Hawk 81A-2 "AVG" No.21, flown by Greg Boyington, 1st Pursuit Sqn., Jan 1942

Product Dimensions: 5.30 x 6.20 x 2.10 in.

Model History and Information: Before he became a Marine Corps ace in the Pacific, Gregory Boyington flew with the American Volunteer Group in China and Burma. The Curtiss Hawk 81A-2, commonly associated with the AVG's Flying Tigers, was central to that early chapter of the war against Japan. This No. 21 aircraft is identified as flown by Boyington in the 1st Pursuit Squadron in January 1942, tying the model to the AVG's distinctive combat record. The named serial, unit, date and finish on this model identify the individual historical subject represented: Hawk 81A-2 "AVG" No.21, flown by Greg Boyington, 1st Pursuit Sqn., Jan 1942.

Model Features & Details:

• This highly detailed diecast airplane model is true to scale and contains functional parts designed for realism and display.
• The model is largely handcrafted and only premium materials are used, making the range one of the most valued military finished models by collectors.
• Highly detailed and authentic printings and finishing
• Highly refined and realistic panel lines
• 1:72 scale diecast aircraft display model
• Configuration and markings represented: Hawk 81A-2 "AVG" No.21, flown by Greg Boyington, 1st Pursuit Sqn., Jan 1942
• Diecast metal construction with plastic detail components
• Panel lines, antennas and surface details represented
• Pad-printed national, unit or aircraft markings
• Collector display subject

Packaging: Full-color printed Hobby Master retail box with internal protective packaging.