Voodoo Mayday!

After losing the engine in Voodoo, a P-51D Mustang, racer Will Whiteside makes a safe landing on Stead Field’s Runway 14.

Ron Mohrhoff

Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Racer Will Whiteside experienced an engine failure in his P-51D Mustang, Voodoo, during the 2010 Reno Air Races.
Despite the engine loss, Whiteside successfully made a safe landing on Stead Field's Runway 14.
The article includes an exclusive interview with Whiteside, featuring commentary from astronaut and fellow Reno racer Hoot Gibson.

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After losing the engine in Voodoo, a P-51D Mustang, racer Will Whiteside makes a safe landing on Stead Field’s Runway 14. Our interview with Whiteside includes an exclusive commentary by astronaut and Reno racer Hoot Gibson.

Watch more of our videos from the 2010 Reno Air Races here:

Relentless Loses Prop!
Hoot Gibson In The Pits!
Snowbirds