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57-2475 Late 539 Design

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Notice the star design on the aft tail is different colors on each of these aircraft probably designating individual flights within the squadron. Also compare the green zinc chromate finish on the interior surface of the speed brake to the earlier yellow zinc chromate finish on 57-2455.