Mitsubishi Ki-51

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Mitsubishi Ki-51

Imperial Japanese Army Air Force - Mitsubishi Ki-51 in surrender markings of overall white with large green crosses, applied to allow it to fly in support of the allied forces / occupation administration. Date: 1945

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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library

1945 Administration Allied Applied Crosses Forces Markings Mitsubishi Occupation Support Surrender

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Sonja" fighter-bomber of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force, adorned with surrender markings. The year is 1945, and the end of the Pacific War is in sight. The once formidable war machine now serves a new purpose, flying in support of the Allied forces and the occupation administration. The Ki-51, a versatile and effective aircraft during the war, is transformed with an overall white paint job, accented by large green crosses. These markings were applied to allow the plane to fly freely in the skies above Japan, providing essential transportation and logistical support to the Allied forces as they established order in the aftermath of the conflict. The Ki-51, a symbol of the fierce determination and military prowess of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force, now represents the spirit of cooperation and unity in the face of new challenges. This aeronautical marvel, once a tool of war, is now an instrument of peace and progress. This historic photograph is a testament to the transformative power of peace and the enduring legacy of the aircraft that shaped the skies during the Pacific War. The Mitsubishi Ki-51, a relic of a bygone era, continues to captivate aviation enthusiasts and historians alike, serving as a reminder of the past and the potential for a brighter future." Courtesy of The Peter Butt Aviation Collection, this evocative image offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history, when the power of aviation transcended the boundaries of conflict and paved the way for a new chapter in the annals of aeronautical history.

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