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Here we see James A. Beavers standing in front of a P-47D 'Razerback' Thunderbolt. This had more engine cowling flaps than the P-47C, but retained the earlier cockpit. During the production run of the P-47D a new 'bubble' canopy with cut-down rear fuselage was introduced.
Pictures provided by Sgt. Robert S. Tucker Sr. (Member of: The American Air Museum in Britain {Duxford} ).
Robert S. Tucker Sr. WWII Photo Book, Mighty 8th. AF, Ground Crew