Vought A-7P Corsair II (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 7.69 x 6.45 x 2.68 in.

Model History and Information: The Portuguese Air Force acquired the A-7 Corsair II beginning in 1981, receiving refurbished former U.S. Navy A-7A airframes converted to A-7P standard. Two procurement orders eventually brought the total to 44 single-seat A-7P and six twin-seat TA-7P aircraft, 50 in all, replacing the aging North American F-86 Sabre in the interceptor and ground-attack roles. Assigned to 302 and 304 Squadrons, the type flew maritime strike, air interdiction and secondary air-defense missions for nearly two decades. Chronic shortages of spare parts and budget constraints strained maintenance in its later years, leading to a full fleet grounding in September 1995. Portugal withdrew the Corsair II from service in July 1999, after the aircraft had logged more than 63,600 flight hours.

Model Features & Details:

• Portuguese Air Force two-tone green and tan camouflage scheme
• Portuguese national roundel and tail marking, with tail number "15508"
• Clear cockpit canopy over a single-seat cockpit
• Underwing pylons fitted with external fuel tanks
• Fixed landing gear molded in the down position

Packaging: The model ships in a printed box with a clear display window and a hinged front flap. The inside of the flap reproduces a profile illustration of the aircraft together with a summary of the A-7P's history in Portuguese Air Force service, its general characteristics, performance figures and armament.