Could the P-80 carry out the V-1 interception manoeuvre being discussed?
Short answerPossibly, but its wings would need checking and probably reinforcement before the attempt.
NotesThe P-80's thin wings raise concern about the stresses involved in the proposed V-1 interception manoeuvre. Before attempting it, the preference is to check and probably reinforce them. Spitfire interception is used as the comparison, with a reminder about wing reinforcement. The concern is structural suitability as well as speed.