22.06.2013, 23:25
100% myth. The takeoff/landing accident rates was about 10% (this includes pilot error, combat damage, mechanical failure, running out of fuel, etc.) It's no worse the say the P-51 which had a very wide stance. The design of the gear was two fold, ease of matenance when removing wings, and optimized for forward airfield bases, ie: grass/dirt runways.
As far as fuel consumption, the 37 liter DB 605 series engines had better economy then the Merlins, the problem here was the limited onboard fuel. One 300 liter main tank, and a optional 300 liter droptank. On economy settings the 109 could fly 1000km however.
As far as fuel consumption, the 37 liter DB 605 series engines had better economy then the Merlins, the problem here was the limited onboard fuel. One 300 liter main tank, and a optional 300 liter droptank. On economy settings the 109 could fly 1000km however.