The Nakajima Ki-43 was light, agile, and highly maneuverable. It dominated early Pacific air battles but came at a cost. Armor and self-sealing fuel tanks were sacrificed for performance. Pilots ...

The Ki-43 Hayabusa could outturn nearly any opponent, but it could not survive sustained combat. Built light and elegant, it sacrificed armor and protection for agility. This video explores how that ...