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F - 4E Phantom II, (USAF).

Product Description

First flown in May 1958, the McDonnell Douglas Phantom II fighter originally was developed for U.S. Navy fleet defense as an interceptor, and entered NAVY service in 1961 as the F-4A. The U.S.A.F. evaluated it for close air support, interdiction, and counter-air operations and, in 1962, approved a new version. The U.S.A.F.'s Phantom II, designated F-4C, made its first flight on May 27, 1963. In its air-to-ground role the F-4 can carry twice the normal bomb load of a WW II B-17. Improved versions of the Phantom, the F-4D, F-4E, and F-4J were built in the late 1960's. Phantom II production ended in 1979 after 5,195 had been built: more than 2,600 for the U.S.A.F., about 1,200 for the Navy and Marine Corps, and the rest for friendly foreign nations.

Source and Link: U.S.A.F. Museum.

Fully assembled, Handcrafted Model Aircraft with Removable Desk Stand.
(Scale: 1/48, Length: 16.5", Wing Span: 10")

Accessories

Each handcrafted airplane model comes with a removable wood desk stand.

About this Handcrafted Wooden Model Aircraft:

This beautiful handmade airplane model is an authentic replica made from the finest grade of select kiln dried Philippine mahogany wood. The model is made entirely by hand: From the handcarving of the aircraft fuselage, to the sanding of the aircraft's contours. Every part is assembled precisely into place. After shaping and sanding, the model passes through several stages of priming and sanding before it is hand painted to duplicate the actual colors, emblems, and insignias of the original historical aircraft. Finally, multiple coats of clear lacquer are applied to protect the artwork and provide an overall glossy finish.

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