The Corgi "Aviation Archive" presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. The vast Aviation Archive range has become the standard by which all other diecast airplane ranges are judged. Each Corgi Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II model is based on a specific aircraft from an important historical or modern era of flight and has been authentically detailed from original documents and archival library material. Famous airplanes and aviators from both military and commercial airline aviation are all honored. *In Stock - Ships in 2 Business Days*
Scale: 1:72
Wingspan: 9.75
Model Length: 8.75
Item #: CGAA38001
This Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II USAF Diecast Model Airplane is a Limited Edition model.
Corgi Aviation Archive 1:72 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.
- Opening canopies revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed removable pilot and crew figures.
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.
According to the Iraqi POWs, the single most recognizable and feared aircraft at low altitude was the Thunderbolt II. This jet was seen as being deadly accurate — rarely missing its target. Seen conducting bombing raids three or four times a day, the A-10 was a seemingly ubiquitous threat. Although the actual bomb run was terrifying, the aircraft loitering around the target prior to target acquisition caused as much, if not more, anxiety, since the Iraqi soldiers were unsure of the chosen target.
Designed as a counter-insurgency aircraft for the Vietnam conflict, the A-10 was first flown in 1972. Nicknamed "Warthog," the A-10 was the first Air Force aircraft designed for close air support of ground forces. With 30mm Gatling guns that can fire 3,900 rounds a minute, the Warthog can defeat an array of ground targets, including armored vehicles. It can loiter near battle areas for extended periods of time, maneuver at low air speeds and operate under 1,000-foot ceilings. The Warthog’s low wing and tail and turbo-fan engines—each with a static thrust rating of 9000 pounds—make it suitable for deployment at advanced bases.
