F4U Corsair “Pappy” Boyington Die-Cast Model

Flown by highly decorated aviator Maj. Gregory “Pappy” Boyington.

Piloted by Maj. Gregory “Pappy” Boyington, 24-victory aviator and commander of his own unit, F4U Corsair 18086 was assigned to the VMF-214 “Black Sheep” squadron. Flying in heavily defended enemy territories and dealing devastating blows to Japanese ship and shore installations, Boyington lead formations of fighters to victory, with some missions resulting in no losses of their own. Racking up two dozen markings on the exterior of his aircraft, Boyington would receive the Medal of Honor from president Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1945, decorated on October 5th’s “Nimitz Day” at the White House. 

Features:

• Authentic paint scheme, engraved panel lines, printed decals, antennas, and surface details
• Deployed or retracted landing gear
• Display stand included
• Measures 5.5”l with a 7” wingspan at 1:72 scale
• Officially licensed

History and Specifications:
Fulfilling the need for a carrier-based fighter, the Vought F4U Corsair was introduced in 1942 as the primary aircraft of US Navy and Marine pilots. Built around the massive Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine and massive propeller, it was difficult to handle but well-armed with six 0.50cal machine guns. Reaching speeds up to 400 mph, it could quickly catch up to enemy aircraft, dictating engagements and creating many aces over the Pacific. Produced between 1942 and 1952, a total of 12,582 examples were made between the facilities of Vought, Goodyear, and Brewster.