I understand that pilots have to be familiar with how their aircraft might glide in the event of engine failure.  Does anyone know what the glide ratio is for a P-40 Warhawk?

As a fiction writer, I have a few questions about restored P-40s.  I understand that former warbirds are demilitarized and monitored by the FAA.  How is this done and what kinds of certifications do owners need to make?

I'm bumping this topic with an additional question.  What is the propeller of a P-40 made of?

Hi everyone!  According to a book I read a couple of years ago, P-40 pilots were prohibited from doing outside loops.  I think it had something to do with keeping oil in the engine.  Can anyone explain this problem and what would happen if someone attempted an outside loop?  Instant catastrophe?  Engine damage, etc.?

This model is really looking good.  Speaking of "Lope's Hope," I'm reading "Into the Teeth of the Tiger" by Donald Lopez now.  It's a great read.

Excellent!  That's the kind of detail I was looking for.  Thanks! 

I'm researching the P-40 Warhawk and just found this forum.  Has anyone flown in a P-40 or similar warbird?  I'd love to know what it feels like to fly in a Warhawk.  What does it smell like?  What is ventilation like?  What is the noise and vibration level?  Does it get hot in a Warhawk while sitting on the tarmac in the summer?  I'd love to get a good description of what it is like to fly in a Warhawk or similar vintage aircraft.