Would have been a lot more if they could have landed on the carriers. If I recall correctly, the Japanese feared the P-38 more than any other fighter plane, giving it the title 'Two-Tailed Devil'.
Another interesting thing about the '38 is its use of turbochargers which made the aircraft unusually quiet. Good for sneaking up on a ground target.
Another interesting thing about the '38 is its use of turbochargers which made the aircraft unusually quiet. Good for sneaking up on a ground target.