Italeri 2697 - 1/48 Ad-4 Skyraider  [IT-2697S]

Period: from '50 to '90

Country: France

Model Dim.: 24,3 cm

AD-4 SKYRAIDER

The Douglas Skyraider had been manufactured right after War World II. Despite its conventional piston engine, in a day and age whenever jets were distributing, the Skyraider had an extraordinary long career. It made its very first journey in 1945 therefore ended up being resigned from service only in 1975. This has participated to many disputes, demonstrating its value in Korea and in Vietnam. Characterised by low rate manoeuvrability, it absolutely was able to transport impressive war cargos of over 3,500Kg. Ideal for ground assault missions, it had been supplied with robust armour to minimise fire damages through the enemy. France used above 100 Skyraiders, a lot of which participated toward Algerian war, changing the old T-6 Texan as insurgency aircraft and close help. Prior to going surely away from service, a few Skyraiders were offered to Air Forces associated with the former French Colonies, particularly Chad and Gabon.