Italeri 2703 - 1/48 F-84F Thunderstreak Diavoli Rossi  [IT-2703S]

Period: from '50 to '90

Nation: Italy

Model Dim.: 27,5 cm

F-84F Thunderstreak

The F-84F Thunderstreak, powered by the Wright J-65 jet engine, became one of the very most notorious jet fighters for the 1950s. Characterized by a swept wing, the single-seat fighter of Republic was not only used by the U.S. Air Force, but also by the atmosphere forces of many NATO countries, such as the Italian Air Force that used nearly 200 F-84Fs to equip its journey devices with fighters and fighter-bombers from last half regarding the 1950s. The F-84F had been additionally assigned towards the 6th Wing, stationed at Ghedi, which, in addition to traditional operational uses, employed the aircraft for the establishment regarding the "Red Devils" aerobatic group. The livery of acrobatic group’s 7 Thunderstreaks showcased red wings additionally the symbol of this Devil with his trident. The "Red Devils" stayed active until 1959, plus the connection with this very first "aviation unit" acrobatic team to utilize jet aircraft, laid the foundations the establishment associated with nationwide Aerobatic Team in 1961.