Diecast Model Airplane 1/110 Douglas A-1 Skyraider US Navy Papoose Flight Pos...

Description: Douglas A-1 Skyraider "Papoose Flight" Diecast Model - 1/110 Scale Discover the meticulously crafted 1/110 scale diecast model of the Douglas A-1 Skyraider "Papoose Flight" by Postage Stamp. This United States Navy aircraft model is perfect for collectors and military history enthusiasts. Product Features Brand New: Comes in the manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Scale: 1/110 scale diecast model. Material: Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts for added detail. Dimensions: Approximately 4.25 inches in length and a wingspan of 5.25 inches. Display Stand: Includes a display stand for showcasing the model. Detailed Exterior: Features true-to-scale detail and a highly accurate design. Durability: Diecast metal and plastic construction for a heavy, realistic feel. Historical Significance The Douglas A-1 Skyraider is a piston-powered, propeller-driven military attack aircraft used by the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force until the early 1970s. Known for its excellent low-speed maneuverability and substantial ordnance capacity, the A-1 Skyraider was a formidable competitor against jet-powered aircraft. On October 9, 1966, Lt. J.G. W. Thomas Patton, part of the VA-176 Skyraiders, launched from the USS Intrepid as "Papoose Flight." During a search and rescue mission, they encountered four North Vietnamese MiG-17 jet fighters. Utilizing their low-speed maneuverability and 20mm cannons, Patton's A-1H Skyraider "Papoose 409" was credited with destroying one MiG-17, with his squadron mates damaging or destroying two others.

Price: 34.99 USD

Location: Montebello, California

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