One of the Reno Air Race Unlimited fan favorites, Precious Metal, a modified P-51 Mustang, will literally return from the ashes to fly again. The airplane caught fire as race pilot Thom Richard was ferrying the airplane to Reno for the races last year.
Reno Racer Precious Metal to Be Rebuilt
Key Takeaways:
- Reno Air Race fan-favorite, Precious Metal, a modified P-51 Mustang, will be rebuilt after catching fire last year during a ferry flight.
- Despite extensive damage, the team, supported by fair insurance evaluations, has committed to the restoration process.
- Significant hurdles remain, including the need to potentially acquire another airframe and an undetermined cost for the rebuild.
- While the airplane is expected to fly again, its return to the Reno Air Races is still uncertain.
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