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| | Code: HM-HA4327 
Price: $109.95
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| Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA4327
North American F-86F Sabre Diecast Model
USAF 58th FBG, 69th FBS, My Darling Marta, Gene Krantz, South Korea, 1955 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| North American F-86F Sabre | | 6.75" | | 6.25" |
Before becoming a legendary NASA flight director, Gene Kranz served as a U.S. Air Force aviator, flying the F-86F Sabre in the 1950s. Assigned to the 69th Fighter-Bomber Squadron in Korea and later stationed in Europe, Kranz mastered the Sabre's advanced capabilities. The F-86F, a refined version of the iconic jet, was celebrated for its speed, agility, and dogfighting prowess. Kranz's experience flying the Sabre honed his discipline, precision, and leadership skills, which later became hallmarks of his historic contributions to space exploration. His time in the cockpit reflects his lifelong commitment to innovation and excellence in aerospace. Designed to meet a USAAF requirement for a day-fighter/escort fighter/dive-bomber, the F-86 was first flown on October 1st, 1947. The Sabre's swept-wing "flying tail" configuration and a hydraulic flight-control system were some of its many firsts in technology and design that have now become standard for jet-powered aircraft. Armed with six 50 caliber machine guns, the F-86 saw extensive action in the Korean War, where it was often pitted against the MiG-15. The Sabre pilot had to be in visual contact and within gun range of the enemy in order to attempt a shoot-down, thereby making this aircraft the last true "dogfighter" in Air Force inventory. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" 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".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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