Description: This listing is for a new Century Wings Vought A-7E Corsair II USN VA-86 Sidewinders, AJ400, USS Nimitz, 1978 Die-cast Model. This model was released in 2008 with only 2,000 pieces distributed world wide. The outer box has some scuff marks . Model in the photos belongs to my collection. Scale: 1/72 Length: 7.75" Width: 6.5" (wingspan) US Navy Attack Squadron 86 (VA-86) Sidewinders was the new designation given to VF-921 on July 1st, 1955. The squadron transitioned from the F7U Cutlass to the A-4 Skyhawk before becoming the first operational squadron to upgrade to the A-7 Corsair II in June, 1967. The Sidewinders deployed many times with the A-7 on various Nimitz class carriers. The squadron was re-designated Navy Strike Fighter Squadron 86 (VFA-86) on July 15th, 1987 when it transitioned to the F/A-18 Hornet. Vought A-7E Corsair IIDesign as a longer-range, higher-payload replacement for the A-4 Skyhawk, the A-7 Corsair II was first flown on September 27th, 1965. This aircraft entered service during the Vietnam war and later became one of only a few US Navy aircraft to serve with the US Air Force. It possessed cutting edge technologies; it was one of the first aircraft to use a turbofan engine, an internal navigation system and a "head-up" display. Late in its career, A-7s were used for pilot training and were parked outside of hangars in order to draw the attention of Soviet spy satellites away from the fledgling F-117. Century Wings 1:72 die-cast airplanes feature: Die-cast metal construction with some plastic componentsRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface detailsPad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decalsOpening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiorsSelected moveable control surfacesInterchangeable extended/retracted landing gearPresentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight"Detailed removable pilot and crew figuresAuthentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placardsAccurately detailed underside with concealed screw headsMany limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity
Price: 345.95 USD
Location: Canoga Park, California
End Time: 2024-08-29T02:33:49.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15.95 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Vehicle Make: Vought
Custom Bundle: No
Color: Multi-Color
Vehicle Type: Military Airplane
Material: Die-cast with some plastic components
Scale: 1:72
MPN: CW 589308
Age Level: 17 Years & Up
Year of Manufacture: 2008
Modified Item: No
Brand: CENTURY WINGS
Model: Vought A-7E Corsair II
Aircraft Family: A-7E Corsair II
Theme: Wings of Heroes
Features: Limited Edition, With Stand
Vehicle Year: 1978
Recommended Age Range: 17+
Country/Region of Manufacture: China
