Motor City Classics 1:72 A-4C Skyhawk USMC VMA-242 Bats

Description: Motor City Classics Militaria Diecast 27291-56 Douglas A-4C Skyhawk Diecast Model USMC VMA-242 BatsLimited Edition 1:72 Scale Length WidthDouglas A-4C Skyhawk 6.75" 4.75" The McDonnell Douglas A-4C Skyhawk is a single-seat attack aircraft developed for the United States Navy. It was first introduced in 1956 and served as a primary attack aircraft for the Navy and Marine Corps until the late 1970s. The A-4C was a variant of the A-4 Skyhawk family, which was a compact, lightweight, and versatile aircraft designed for close air support and ground attack missions. The aircraft was powered by a single Pratt & Whitney J52 turbojet engine and had a maximum speed of over 600 mph. It was armed with a variety of weapons, including bombs, rockets, and missiles, and was equipped with a cockpit that was both simple and easy to operate. The A-4C was widely used during the Vietnam War, where it became known for its versatility and ability to carry out a variety of missions. Despite being retired from active service, the A-4 Skyhawk remains a popular aircraft for military and civilian operations, including airshows and training exercises. Douglas A-4C Skyhawk Designed to replace the antiquated, propeller-driven AD Skyraider, the A-4 Skyhawk was first flown on June 22, 1954. Douglas exceeded the original design requirements by delivering a carrier-capable aircraft that was only half the Navy's weight specification and so compact that it did not need folding wings. The A-4 was the first to use "buddy" air-to-air refueling (an A-4 could refuel other aircraft of the same type), which was helpful when operating in remote locations where dedicated tankers were impractical. The A-4 served the US Navy until 2003 and remained the preferred warplane for the Marine Corps until the 1980s, even after the introduction of the A-7 Corsair II. Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. Motor City Classics Militaria Diecast The Motor City Classics "Militaria Diecast" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft. Motor City Classics "Militaria Diecast" diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal and plastic construction. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear. Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.

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Location: Grass Valley, California

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