Vought F4U-1A Corsair Fighter Aircraft "Ace Ira Kepford VF-17 Jolly Rogers Bougainville Solomon Islands" (1944) United States Navy 1/72 Diecast Model by Legion
Vought F4U-1A Corsair Fighter Aircraft "Ace Ira Kepford VF-17 Jolly Rogers Bougainville Solomon Islands" (1944) United States Navy 1/72 Diecast Model by Legion
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- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of Vought F4U-1A Corsair Fighter Aircraft "Ace Ira Kepford, VF-17 Jolly Rogers, Bougainville, Solomon Islands" (1944) United States Navy die cast model by Legion.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Comes with a display stand.
- This model does not have any openings.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 5.5, Wingspan-6.75 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Vought F4U-1A Corsair flown by Ira "Ike" Kepford stands as one of the most iconic fighter aircraft of the Pacific air war during World War II. Kepford, a 16-victory ace, was the leading scorer of VF-17 "Jolly Rogers," a U.S. Navy fighter squadron that operated the Corsair from land bases rather than aircraft carriers. The F4U-1A variant introduced important improvements over earlier Corsairs, including better cockpit visibility and refined handling characteristics, allowing pilots like Kepford to fully exploit the aircraft's exceptional speed, climb rate, and firepower.
- VF-17 deployed to the Solomon Islands during the Bougainville campaign, part of the wider Allied effort to isolate and neutralize key Japanese strongholds in the South Pacific. From rough forward airfields, Kepford and his squadron flew combat air patrols, bomber escorts, and aggressive fighter sweeps against Imperial Japanese Navy and Army aircraft. The Corsair proved dominant in these engagements, outperforming enemy fighters at high speed and altitude while delivering devastating firepower from its six .50-caliber machine guns. Kepford's victories were achieved during intense aerial combat over Bougainville and surrounding areas, directly supporting Allied ground operations.
- The aircraft's combat service formed part of the broader Pacific Theater conflict, where air superiority was essential to the success of island-hopping campaigns. Kepford's Corsair helped secure control of the skies during operations in the Solomon Islands, contributing to the steady erosion of Japanese air power. His skill, combined with the rugged and powerful F4U-1A, made VF-17 one of the most effective Navy fighter squadrons of the war, cementing the Corsair's reputation as one of World War II's greatest fighters.
- This 1:72 scale model captures the legendary "Jolly Rogers" aircraft as it appeared during its hard-fought service in the Solomon Islands. With authentic markings and proportions true to the original fighter, it is an outstanding collectible for World War II aviation enthusiasts and a striking centerpiece for any display focused on U.S. Navy aces and Pacific air combat.
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