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The lightness, small size and three wings made the aircraft very manageable and deadly in the hands of an expert pilot but very ruthless less experienced pilots. Common for the aircraft of that time, a fixed configuration of crankshaft allowed the entire engine to turn with the propeller, which created strong gyroscopic forces that hindered the handling of the aircraft.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen, also known as the Red Baron, was a fighter pilot of the German Air Force during the First World War. Originally a rider, Richthofen was transferred to the air service in 1915, becoming one of the first members of the Jagdstaffel 2 fighter squadron in 1916. 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He served on both the Eastern and Western Fronts. He became the first pilot in aviation history to claim 200 aerial victories - that is, 200 aerial combat encounters resulting in the destruction of the enemy aircraft. In about 830 combat missions, he claimed a total of 212 aerial victories, almost all of which were achieved on the Eastern Front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#001eff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109G\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet the Luftwaffe's single-seat fighter \/ interceptor requirements, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first used on May 28, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed hood and retractable equipment made Bf 109 one of the first real modern hunters. of the second world war. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe. 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Flying more than 442 missions Nowotny accumulated 258 victories of which 255 were over the Eastern Front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45612875481243,"sku":"HA7427","price":130.47,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/44304.jpg?v=1728385203"},{"product_id":"messerschmitt-bf-109e-luftwaffe-7zg-1-s9dr-libya-1942-hobby-master-148-ha8719","title":"Messerschmitt Bf 109E \/ Luftwaffe 7.\/ZG 1, S9+DR, Libya, 1942 \/ Hobby Master 1:48 HA8719","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eLuftwaffe 7.\/ZG 1, S9+DR, Libya, 1942\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:48 HA8719\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn August 1942 7.\/ZG 1 was re-deployed from Russia to Egypt to assist General Rommel after his first attempt to capture El Alamein failed. Upon their arrival each aircraft was given a quick new sand colored paint scheme. For some unknown reason the right wing of Bf-109E S9+DR was left in the original green color, perhaps they ran out of paint, time or the wing had been replaced. Later S9+DR was shot down during a strafing run on Fuka, Egypt. In October 1943 7.\/ZG 1 became 4.\/ ZG 26.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#001eff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet the Luftwaffe's single-seat fighter \/ interceptor requirements, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first used on May 28, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed hood and retractable equipment made Bf 109 one of the first real modern hunters. of the second world war. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe. It was driven by the top three German ace, who won a total of 928 victories. Armed with two guns and two machine guns, the design of the Bf 109 was constantly revised, which allowed it to remain competitive until the end of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45613174063259,"sku":"HA8719","price":139.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/40639.jpg?v=1728391460"},{"product_id":"hawker-hurricane-mk-iic-raf-no43-sqn-daniel-du-vivier-dieppe-france-o-jubilee-19-august-1942-hobby-master-148-ha8612","title":"Hawker Hurricane Mk IIc RAF No.43 Sqn, Daniel Du Vivier, Dieppe, France, O. 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At RAF Tangmere No. 1 Squadron was tasked with night intrusion over France. Painted all black and no radar these flights only took place on moonlit nights. During 1942 Kuttelwascher downed 15 aircraft and damaged 5. He was the RAF's most successful Czechoslovak pilot with 18 victories and the recipient of the DFC and Bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_HURRICANE\"\u003eHawker Hurricane Mk II\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased on the Fury biplane and designed by Sydney Camm as a monoplane fighter, the Hurricane was first flown on November 6th, 1935. With its wide-set landing gear, easy handling, reliability, and stable gun platform, the Hurricane was suitable for a variety of different roles such as intruder, ground strafing and night fighter. Steel-tube construction meant cannon shells could pass right through the wood and fabric covering without exploding. 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On August 7th during the invasion of Guadalcanal Runyon shot down two Val dive bombers and on the 8th a Zero and a Betty bomber. On the 24th during the Battle of the Eastern Solomons he shot down three Vals and a Zero. In 1943 Runyon returned to combat as a commissioned officer flying a Hellcat and scored three more victories with VF-18.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_F4F\"\u003eGrumman F4F-4 Wildcat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet a US Navy requirement for a new carrier-based fighter, the F-4F was first flown on September 2nd, 1937. Originally used by the British (who called it the Martlet) against the Luftwaffe, the Wildcat also became the United States Navy's primary carrier fighter in the Pacific Theatre. 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This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe. It was driven by the top three German ace, who won a total of 928 victories. 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A modified version of the M1 was trialed in 1932 which used semi-fixed ammunition instead of separate-loading ammunition. Since this development required a different breech block, the new piece was designated the 105 mm howitzer M2 on carriage M1. 48 pieces were manufactured in 1939. The original M1 carriage had been designed for towing using horses rather than trucks, and a new carriage, the T5 (M2), was developed in 1939 and standardized in February 1940. The breech ring of the howitzer M2 was modified in March 1940 before large-scale production began, creating the 105 mm howitzer M2A1 on carriage M2.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. military artillery designation system was changed in 1962, redesignating the M2A1 howitzer the M101A1. The gun continued to see service in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Though a similar model, the M102 howitzer, shared the same roles in battle, it never fully replaced the M101A1. 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Grupul 7 had 8 aircraft captured by the Soviets including Bf-109E3 No. 9 \"Hai Fetito\" flown by Lt. loan Di Cesare who is credited with 16 victories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#001eff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E-3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet the Luftwaffe's single-seat fighter \/ interceptor requirements, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first used on May 28, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed hood and retractable equipment made Bf 109 one of the first real modern hunters. of the second world war. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe. It was driven by the top three German ace, who won a total of 928 victories. Armed with two guns and two machine guns, the design of the Bf 109 was constantly revised, which allowed it to remain competitive until the end of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45614659666075,"sku":"HA8721","price":131.53,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/52426.jpg?v=1791905329"},{"product_id":"messerschmitt-bf-109e-7b-luftwaffe-iiiskg-210-s9cd-ussr-1941-hobby-master-148-ha8720","title":"Messerschmitt Bf 109E-7B \/ Luftwaffe III.SKG 210, S9+CD, USSR, 1941 \/ Hobby Master 1:48 HA8720","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E-7B\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eLuftwaffe III.SKG 210, S9+CD, USSR, 1941\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:48 HA8720\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIII.\/SKG 210 or Wespen-Geschwader (Wasp Squadron) was a ground attack unit and instead of the usual Bf-110 the unit was equipped with Bf-109E-7Bs. III.\/SKG 210 was soon re-designated III.\/ZG 1 and took part in the battles in the Balkans, North Africa and on the Eastern Front in 1941 - 1942. Bf-109E-7\/B WNr 6027 \"S9 CD\" of Stab. III.\/ZG 1 was damaged when the landing gear collapsed in May 1942.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#001eff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E-7B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet the Luftwaffe's single-seat fighter \/ interceptor requirements, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first used on May 28, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed hood and retractable equipment made Bf 109 one of the first real modern hunters. of the second world war. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe. It was driven by the top three German ace, who won a total of 928 victories. 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Reents lived to an old age of 101.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#001eff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E-3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet the Luftwaffe's single-seat fighter \/ interceptor requirements, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first used on May 28, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed hood and retractable equipment made Bf 109 one of the first real modern hunters. of the second world war. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe. It was driven by the top three German ace, who won a total of 928 victories. 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Commanders on his carrier ordered him away, but Williams had to tell them that he was already fighting for his life. He shot down four of the MiGs and likely hit two others. By the end of the 35-minute period, only one of the MiGs was still in the air with him, and he managed to escape back to his carrier, out of ammunition and having lost his hydraulics. He was uninjured, but 263 holes were counted in his Panther jet. He never saw the plane again; reportedly, it was pushed into the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_JET_FTR_F9F\"\u003eGrumman F9F-5 Panther\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned as a carrierborne jet fighter for the US Navy, the F9F was first flown on November 24th, 1947. During the Korean War, the Panther was the Navy's most heavily used jet fighter. It flew 78,000 sorties and was responsible for the first US Navy air to air kill of the conflict. The Panther's armament included four 20mm cannons and two bombs or an assortment of rockets. The wingtip fuel tanks and dark sea blue coloring made the aircraft extremely recognizable. 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With its wide-set landing gear, easy handling, reliability, and stable gun platform, the Hurricane was suitable for a variety of different roles such as intruder, ground strafing and night fighter. Steel-tube construction meant cannon shells could pass right through the wood and fabric covering without exploding. 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LaCroix and Scalley flew over a small Japanese airstrip and began to attack but LaCroix was shot down and landed in the ocean and survived. Curdes circled the down pilot when he spotted a C-47 heading for the same island and fate. To keep that from happening Curdes shot the C-47 down. It landed on the water and all passengers survived. Curdes later married a nurse that was on the C-47.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_P51\"\u003eNorth American P-51D Mustang\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet an RAF requirement for fighter-bomber and reconnaissance aircraft, the P-51 Mustang was first flown on October 26th, 1940. This versatile aircraft was capable of escorting bombers on long-range missions, engaging in dogfights, and dropping down to destroy German targets on the ground. 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The Black Hawk was one of the first aircraft to use the General Electric T700, a common turbine engine designed to be used in several army helicopters. This mid-lift, twin-engine twin-engine has a low-profile shape to be transported aboard the C-130 Hercules. It also has a greater survivability than the helicopter it replaced, with advanced avionics and electronic systems such as GPS (Global Positioning System). 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With its combination of beautiful fighter design, the excellent performance of its Rolls-Royce Merlin powerplant and firepower provided by twin cannons and four machine guns, the Spitfire became an unrivaled symbol of victory. The Spitfire had 40 major variants and was built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of the time. It flew operationally on every front between 1939 and 1945 and was engaged in every one of the Royal Air Force's major actions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45616181477531,"sku":"HA8327","price":125.21,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/61193.jpg?v=1791910618"},{"product_id":"grumman-f4f-4-wildcat-usn-vf-10-s-vejtasa-uss-enterprise-santa-cruz-oct-1942-hobby-master-148-ha8910","title":"Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat \/ USN VF-10, S. 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Lieutenant Vejtasa is the only World War II carrier pilot awarded the Navy Cross \"for both dive bombing and aerial combat.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_F4F\"\u003eGrumman F4F-4 Wildcat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet a US Navy requirement for a new carrier-based fighter, the F-4F was first flown on September 2nd, 1937. Originally used by the British (who called it the Martlet) against the Luftwaffe, the Wildcat also became the United States Navy's primary carrier fighter in the Pacific Theatre. The Wildcat was no match for the maneuverability of the Japanese Zero, but the two airplanes were roughly equal in speed and the F-4F was able to absorb far more damage. With its array of 6 x 12.7mm machine guns and its distinctive Thach weave maneuver, two Wildcats could handle four or five Zeros.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45616183279771,"sku":"HA8910","price":130.47,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/62574.jpg?v=1791910627"},{"product_id":"north-american-p-51d-mustang-usaaf-4th-fg-335th-fs-44-14570-thunder-bird-capt-lines-hobby-master-148-ha7750","title":"North American P-51D Mustang \/ USAAF 4th FG, 335th FS, 44-14570 Thunder Bird, Capt. 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In February 1944, as Allied pressure increased, the group's remaining Zeros flew defensive missions and were subsequently withdrawn northward to Truk, reflecting the shrinking Japanese front line. During preceding months, the 253rd had engaged Allied aircraft over New Britain and the Solomon Islands. Their operations included air combat patrols, escort missions, and interception of Allied bombing raids. By February 1944, the group was repositioning to preserve its aircraft and pilots for future operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_A6M\"\u003eMitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen\/Zeke\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst flown in April, 1939, the A6M Zero-Sen was the Allies' main opponent in the Pacific and the most famous symbol of Japanese air power during World War II. 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The aircraft, three P-51Ds and one P-51B, were all from the 375th Fighter Squadron based at RAF Bottisham, England. The now famous photograph is titled \"The Bottisham Four\". The 375th Fighter Squadron, a component of the 361st Fighter Group, operated P-47 Thunderbolts and later P-51 Mustangs. Their missions primarily involved escorting bombers, ground attacks, and engaging enemy aircraft over Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#1e00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorth American P-51D Mustang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to meet an RAF requirement for fighter-bomber and reconnaissance aircraft, the P-51 Mustang was first flown on October 26th, 1940. This versatile aircraft was capable of escorting bombers on long-range missions, engaging in dogfights, and dropping down to destroy German targets on the ground. At least eight versions of the P-51 were produced, but it was the definitive P-51D that gave the Mustang its classic warbird appearance. Britain and the US both tested the airframe with the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, which gave the aircraft tremendous performance gains. The Truman Senate War Investigating Committee called the Mustang \"the most aerodynamically perfect pursuit plane in existence.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49046171222171,"sku":"HA7753","price":136.79,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/66534.jpg?v=1791913596"},{"product_id":"brewster-f2a-buffalo-finnish-af-3-red-4-finland-1942hobby-master-148-ha7014","title":"Brewster F2A Buffalo \/ Finnish AF - 3, Red 4, Finland 1942\/Hobby Master 1:48 HA7014","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBrewster F2A Buffalo\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eFinnish Air Force 3\/LeLv 24, Red 4, Ilmari Juutilainen, Finland, March 1942\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:48 HA7014\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_F2A\"\u003eBrewster F2A Buffalo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to meet a 1936 US Navy requirement for a new carrier-based fighter, the F2A was first flown in December, 1937. The stout F2A Buffalo was the U.S. Navy's first monoplane fighter, but it suffered from poor maneuverability and proved to be too heavy for dogfighting. Its four 12.7mm machine guns weren't even enough to save this aircraft-during the Battle of Midway, 13 of 19 Buffalos were lost to enemy fire. Finland proved to be the only successful user of the Brewster F2A Buffalo, fighting off wave after wave of Soviet aggression during three years of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49046195110043,"sku":"HA7014","price":161.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/66366.jpg?v=1791913643"},{"product_id":"free-shipping-north-american-p-51d-usaaf-332nd-fg-301st-fs-tuskegee-airmen-c-white-italy-1945-hm-ha7752","title":"North American P-51D \/ USAAF 332nd FG, 301st FS Tuskegee Airmen, C. White, Italy, 1945 \/ HM HA7752","description":"\u003ch1\u003eNorth American P-51D\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eUSAAF 332nd FG, 301st FS Tuskegee Airmen, Creamer's Dream, Charles White, Ramitelli Airfield, Italie 1945\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:48 HA7752\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tuskegee Airmen of 332nd FG, or \"Red Tails\" as they were also known, were the first African-American military aviators in the United States armed forces. Charles White was accepted into the \"Tuskegee Experiment\" pilot program and trained at Moton Field on the campus of Tuskegee Institute in Tuskegee, Alabama. After graduating he was rated as a fighter pilot with the rank of second lieutenant and sent overseas. He was assigned to the 332nd Fighter Group base at Ramitelli air field in southern Italy. Upon arrival in September 1944 he was assigned to the 301st Fighter Squadron and began flying combat missions. After joining the group as a replacement pilot, he had received a war-weary P-51C. White's complaints about its unreliability led his commanding officer to allocate this early P-51D directly to him. So inspired by the allocation, White painted a nude on both sides of the new fighter's fuselage, with an aft view to port and a front view to starboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#1e00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorth American P-51D Mustang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to meet an RAF requirement for fighter-bomber and reconnaissance aircraft, the P-51 Mustang was first flown on October 26th, 1940. This versatile aircraft was capable of escorting bombers on long-range missions, engaging in dogfights, and dropping down to destroy German targets on the ground. At least eight versions of the P-51 were produced, but it was the definitive P-51D that gave the Mustang its classic warbird appearance. 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The Truman Senate War Investigating Committee called the Mustang \"the most aerodynamically perfect pursuit plane in existence.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49049413583003,"sku":"HA7752","price":141.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/63899.jpg?v=1791914081"},{"product_id":"free-shipping-supermarine-spitfire-mk-i-raf-no92-sqn-peter-cazenove-calais-france-1940-hm-148-ha7817","title":"Supermarine Spitfire Mk I \/ RAF No.92 Sqn, Peter Cazenove, Calais, France, 1940 \/ HM 1:48 HA7817","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSupermarine Spitfire Mk I\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eRAF No.92 Sqn, P9374, Peter Cazenove, Calais, France, 1940\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:48 HA7817\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP9374 was the 557th Spitfire built. Delivered to 92 Squadron on the 6th March 1940, the aircraft quickly found itself, along with the squadron, moved down to Croydon just south of London to cover the Allied evacuation of Dunkirk. It was on one such mission on 24th May 1940 that P9374 was lost. P\/O Peter Cazenove was flying the aircraft when it was attacked by future ace Werner Hoffman flying a Bf110. Cazenove made a wheels up landing on a Calais beach and was quickly captured. The wreck lay on the beach covered by the sand until exposed due to a storm in September 1980. The aircraft looked more or less complete, with the engine and fuselage visible. The wreck was recovered towards the end of that year. The parts were passed around a number of collectors before ending up with the Aircraft Restoration Company at Duxford who finished the restoration, enabling it to take to the air for the first time since the 24th May 1940 on the 1st September 2011. Sadly Peter Cazenove, also a veteran of the 'Great Escape', passed away just days before he could be informed of the successful return to flight of his beloved Spitfire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_SPITFIRE\"\u003eSupermarine Spitfire Mk I\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by R.J.Michell to meet a British Air Ministry specification, the Supermarine Spitfire first flown on March 5th, 1936. With its combination of beautiful fighter design, the excellent performance of its Rolls-Royce Merlin powerplant and firepower provided by twin cannons and four machine guns, the Spitfire became an unrivaled symbol of victory. The Spitfire had 40 major variants and was built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of the time. It flew operationally on every front between 1939 and 1945 and was engaged in every one of the Royal Air Force's major actions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49049624379547,"sku":"HA7817","price":163.11,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/68325.jpg?v=1791914398"},{"product_id":"free-shipping-curtiss-tomahawk-mk-ii-raf-no112-sqn-ak402-neville-duke-egypt-1941-hm-148-ha9205","title":"Curtiss Tomahawk Mk II \/ RAF No.112 Sqn, AK402, Neville Duke, Egypt 1941 \/ HM 1:48 HA9205","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCurtiss Tomahawk Mk II\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eRAF No.112 Sqn, AK402, Neville Duke, Egypt 1941\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:48 HA9205\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003eCurtiss Tomahawk Mk II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to meet a USAAC requirement for a pursuit aircraft, the P-40 Warhawk was first flown on October 14th, 1938. This aircraft was tough, virtually trouble-free and saw continual improvements to arms, armor and engines. The P-40 served in numerous combat areas; often outclassed by its adversaries in speed, maneuverability and rate of climb, it earned a reputation for extreme ruggedness. Its strong construction, heavy firepower, and ability to dive enabled it to compete with enemy fighters, and it was a formidable ground-attack aircraft. 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The Bf 109E, a prominent German fighter aircraft, was used by several Axis powers, including Slovakia, during the conflict. Reznak flew the Bf 109E as part of Slovakia's collaboration with Nazi Germany. His service in the aircraft reflected the Slovakian Air Force's role in supporting Axis operations on the Eastern Front. While specific details of his combat achievements remain limited, he represents the contributions of Slovak pilots during the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_BF109\"\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet a Luftwaffe need for a single-seat fighter\/interceptor, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first flown on May 28th, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed canopy and retractable gear made the Bf 109 one of the first true modern fighters of WWII. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe, and was flown by Germany's top three aces, who claimed a total of 928 victories between them. 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Perez, of German and Spanish descent, served as part of the Legion Condor, a volunteer unit made up of German pilots who supported Franco's Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War. After the conflict, Perez continued his service in the Luftwaffe during World War II, flying the Bf 109E in various roles, including combat operations in the early years of the war. His experience in the Bf 109E contributed to the aircraft's legacy in aviation history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_BF109\"\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet a Luftwaffe need for a single-seat fighter\/interceptor, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first flown on May 28th, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed canopy and retractable gear made the Bf 109 one of the first true modern fighters of WWII. 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