Lietadlo F4U-1D Corsair flown by Lt.Cdr. Roger Hedrick, White 167, Bunker Hill, Feb. 1945

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Kovový model stíhačky Convar v kvalitnom prevedení s autentickou potlačou podľa originálu.  Obsahuje stojanček.

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The Vought F4U Corsair was literally built around the Pratt & Whitney 2,000 HP radial engine. The engine was so massive and produced so much energy that a Hamilton Standard 13 feet 4 inch propeller, the largest of WWII, was required. The F4U was the first American fighter aircraft to exceed 400 MPH. The Corsair was referred to by the Japanese as "Whispering Death" and became a legend in its own time. This aircraft was one of the most distinctive designs with it bent wings making it an icon.
The Aircraft
On November 5, 1942 Kepford earned his wings and commission as Ensign, USNR. In January 1943 he was assigned to the VF-17 Fighting Squadron 17 the famous "Jolly Rogers," until March 1944 when he transferred to the VF-84. In May, 1945 he was promoted to Lieutenant and left active duty on November 7, 1945 to return to the USNR. When he retired in June 1956 he was a Lieutenant Commander. Flying his F4U-1 Corsair Kepford became an Ace with 16 confirmed victories and 1 unconfirmed.