Postage Stamp Planes 5375-2
Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II Diecast Model
USAF 917th TFW, 47th TFS, Peanut, Barksdale AFB, LA, 1991 |
| 1:140 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II | | 4.5" | | 5" |
In order to develop better camouflage for Desert Storm , the USAF tested two experimental paint schemes of the A-10 in 1991. One of the A-10 from 917th TFG (47th TFS) at Barksdale AFB was selected. It was known as the "Peanut " because of its brown special brown scheme (the other was known as the "Flipper" with a similar grey scheme). Both were not adopted finally and this " 76-0552 " was repainted in the usual grey but never went to Desert Storm. From 1993 to 1996, based at Aviano Air Base in Italy , the 47th flew 501 sorties as part of the NATO peacekeeping effort in Bosnia-Herzegovina.
In 1967 the USAF requested a new close support aircraft. On February 15, 1975 Fairchild delivered the first A-10s. The A-10 is a cantilever low wing monoplane of all metal construction. The enclosed cockpit is well forward of the wings and the bullet proof windshield protects the pilot along with a titanium bath tub structure. The A-10 was designed for primitive areas so that it can offer short term response against enemy vehicles.
Designed to counter criticism that the US Air Force wasn't serious enough about close air support, the A-10 Thunderbolt II was first flown on May 10, 1972. The Thunderbolt II is a single-seat attack aircraft used to protect ground forces from tanks, armored vehicles and other ground targets. Nicknamed "Warthog," the A-10 is highly maneuverable at low speeds and low altitude and is capable of short take-offs and landings. It is designed for easy maintenance-many of its parts are interchangeable between the right and left side and it can operate from bases with limited facilities. The A-10 is expected to remain in service until 2028 or beyond. © Copyright 2003-2023 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The "Postage Stamp Planes" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft.
"Postage Stamp Planes" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads.
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