Easy Model Platinum Collection Plastic Display Model Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II (Warthog) USAF 917th FW Iraq 1990 1/72 Scale - 37113 Wingspan: 9.75" Length: 8.75" Each fully assembled and painted model features: - Molded plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Landing gear fixed in the down position.
- Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads.
About this Model: Designed specially for the close air support mission and with the ability to combine large military loads, long loiter and wide combat radius, the A-10 proved to be vital assets to America and its allies during Operation Desert Storm. In the Gulf War, A-10s, with a mission capable rate of 95.7 percent, flew 8,100 sorties and launched 90 percent of the AGM-65 Maverick missiles. A-10's were seldom grounded due to maintenance problems or conditions unsuitable for flying during the Operation DESERT STORM. No other aircraft could carry as much ordnance over a target for so long, doling out and taking as much punishment, and return to an unimproved field to turn around quickly and strike at an enemy again. |
