Is it possible to improve turn performance in a WW2 fighter by deploying the flaps? It depends. let's look at this issue and see what NACA and official sources say on the subject.

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Note: the P-38 shot down more Japanese aircraft than any other USAAF fighter, not more than any other fighter period. I misspoke there.

Sources:

NACA, Study of turning performance of a fighter-type airplane particularly as affected by flaps and increased engine supercharging

NACA, Measurements in flight of the flying qualities of the Chance Vought F4U-4 airplane

NACA, Measurements of the flying qualities of a Supermarine Spitfire VA airplane.

Army Air Forces Training Command, Advanced single engine flying

US Navy, Pilot's handbook F4U-4 aircraft.

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