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| | Code: HM-HA4328 
Price: $109.95
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| Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA4328
North American F-86E Sabre Diecast Model
USAF 4th FIG, 334th FIS, #51-2752, George Davis, South Korea, 1952 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| North American F-86E Sabre | | 6.75" | | 6.25" |
Colonel George A. Davis Jr., a Korean War ace, flew the F-86E Sabre with the 334th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron (FIS), 4th Fighter Wing. A highly skilled pilot, Davis achieved 14 aerial victories, primarily against MiG-15s. On February 10, 1952, leading a four-ship formation near the Yalu River, he engaged superior enemy numbers, downing two MiG-15s before being shot down. Posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor, Davis was recognized for his fearless aggression and sacrifice. The F-86E, with an improved flight control system, was a key U.S. fighter in the war, dominating Soviet-built MiGs in high-speed dogfights over North Korea. Designed to meet a USAAF requirement for a day-fighter/escort fighter/dive-bomber, the F-86 was first flown on October 1st, 1947. The Sabre's swept-wing "flying tail" configuration and a hydraulic flight-control system were some of its many firsts in technology and design that have now become standard for jet-powered aircraft. Armed with six 50 caliber machine guns, the F-86 saw extensive action in the Korean War, where it was often pitted against the MiG-15. The Sabre pilot had to be in visual contact and within gun range of the enemy in order to attempt a shoot-down, thereby making this aircraft the last true "dogfighter" in Air Force inventory. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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