North American F-86E Sabre

USAF 4th FIG, 334th FIS, no. 51-2752, George Davis, South Korea 1952

Hobby Master 1:72  HA4328

Colonel George A. Davis Jr., a Korean War ace, flew the F-86E Sabre with the 334th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron (FIS), 4th Fighter Wing. A highly skilled pilot, Davis achieved 14 aerial victories, primarily against MiG-15s. On February 10, 1952, leading a four-ship formation near the Yalu River, he engaged superior enemy numbers, downing two MiG-15s before being shot down. Posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor, Davis was recognized for his fearless aggression and sacrifice. The F-86E, with an improved flight control system, was a key U.S. fighter in the war, dominating Soviet-built MiGs in high-speed dogfights over North Korea.

North American F-86E Sabre

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.

Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Molded metal construction with plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Inscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.
• opening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.
• Extended / retracted interchangeable landing gear.
• Display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.