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The Corgi Aviation WWII Dioramas Carrier Deck Set F4U-1D Corsair 1:72 limited edition #1388, is a detailed diecast model of a military aircraft from World War II, specifically a Corsair airplane. The paint job, intricate design, and limited edition status make it a highly collectible piece for aviation enthusiasts. The set also includes a stand for display, adding to its appeal as a visually striking display piece. Made by Corgi in 2006, this model captures the essence of military aviation history with its accurate representation and attention to detail. The box looks like it has had some water damage and has some mildew on the inside. See pictures for details.

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This is a vintage item lot. Please see the pictures for condition, completeness, and what is included. We did not perform any cleaning or restorations and left the item just as found. Very nice color and detail. Great for collectors and display. Well made, great build quality. Thank you for looking. Mannequin head is NOT included.

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I build 1/48 scale models looking to depict with the most realistic finish. Therefore I build them as a diorama to give realism scale, and interest to the viewer. The aircraft in this diorama is a McDonald f-3 Demon. It served the US Navy from 1956 – 1964. It was the first all missle fighter, with both Sparrow and sidewinder missles a d Remove Before Flight flags provided with the model. The model, by Hobbyboss in 1/48 scale, (80364), built in 2011, offers excellent detail from the one seat cockpit with ejection seat to the gun bays on each side showing off the cannon armament. Additionally provided are a naval fire engine, highly detailed, a scratch built boarding ladder and a pilot figure with a helmet sitting on the steps! The diorama is finished with a hand built carrier deck, with numerous metal tie downs displayed. A photo backdrop makes you feel you are there. See last two photos. This diorama would be a welcomed addition to any collection!

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Post WW2 Late 1940s – mid 1950s US Naval Aviation themed photo album from the estate of Naval Flight Officer Francis Gorecki. The photo album documents his time as an enlisted crew member on P-2 Naptunes. And has shots taken aboard an Aircraft carrier, I believe the USS Midway, and the USS Coral Sea. There are shots of aircraft including F4U Corsairs, P-51 Mustang, A-26 Invader, AD-1 Skyraider and a few of a P-2 Neptune taking off with JATO rockets. There are also photos of his Aircrew, a photo of a crashed P-2 and an aerial view of little America in the Antarctic. There are 65 photographs total. There is wear to the cover and some flaws to the photographs, but overall the photo album and the photographs are in great shape for their age. The item “Post WW2 US Navy Naval Aviation Photo album, aircraft carriers, arctic, JATO” is in sale since Thursday, May 27, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Original Period Items\United States\Photographs”. The seller is “bb5kearsarge” and is located in El Cajon, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay, Russian federation.

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Flying Aircraft Carrier Vintage Jet Plane Aviation 5 Panel Canvas Print Wall Art. Our prints are perfect to decor your home, office, hotel or restaurant. It is the perfect gift as enhancing your environment will make you feel comfortable. UV, Water-Proof, Moisture-Proof Canvas. Additional 3 cm extra white border space on each side of the print/painting (for unframed). With Frame – Stretched, framed and ready to hang. No Frame – Canvas print only, there will be an extra 3 cm white border for your further DIY framing work. Medium (5PCS – total width 1m / 40) include. 2PCS – 8×14 (20x35cm). 2PCS – 8×18 (20x45cm). 1PC – 8×22 (20x55cm). Large (5PCS – total width 1.5m / 60) include. 2PCS – 12×20 (30x50cm). 2PCS – 12×28 (30x70cm). 1PC – 12×32 (30x80cm). Huge (5PCS – total width 2m / 80) include. 2PCS – 16×24 (40x60cm). 2PCS – 16×32 (40x80cm). 1PC – 16×40 (40x100cm). We provide exemplary customer service! The item “Flying Aircraft Carrier Vintage Jet Plane Aviation 5 Panel Canvas Print Wall Art” is in sale since Monday, September 17, 2018. This item is in the category “Home & Garden\Home Décor\Posters & Prints”. The seller is “simplybesthomedecor” and is located in Hong Kong. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: China
• Custom Bundle: No
• Style: Abstract
• Material: Canvas
• Modified Item: No
• Date of Creation: 2000-Now
• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Type: Giclee & Iris Print
• Features: Unframed
• MPN: Does Not Apply
• Subject: Flying Aircraft Carrier
• Brand: Unbranded

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Limited edition aviation art print Flying the Jolly Roger signed in pencil by Major General MARION CARL , Commander RANDY CUNNINGHAM , Colonel MANFRED RIETSCH and artist ROBERT WATTS. This image shows a pair of U. Navy F-4 Phantom fighters as they prepare to recover aboard the carrier U. The jets are shown decelerating as they prepare for a deck landing following a combat mission in 1965. This is a well-composed image, and looks stunning when framed. Marion Carl was one of the few VMF-221 Wildcat pilots to survive the Battle of Midway. He was the first Marine fighter ace of the war and achieved 18.5 victories. In 1947 he held the world speed record and in 1953 the world altitude record. He was the first pilot to be launched from a carrier using a catapult. Randy Cunningham became the first fighter ace of the. Conflict, and was one of the most decorated aces of the war. He later assumed command of the Navy Adversary Squadron of the Miramar Top Gun program. Manfred Rietsch joined VMFA-513 in. And by wars end had flown 653 combat missions, more than any other F-4 pilot in. He became the first Marine instructor at Top Gun and flew 66 combat missions in the F/A-18 in Desert Storm. In total, he has 7000 hours in tactical jets. The photos do not do this print justice. Overall print size is approximately 36 by 24 inches. Flying the Jolly Roger was published as a signed and numbered edition of 1000 prints, with only 100 Artist Proofs. The COA is included. Print condition is excellent, never framed, and stored flat in acid-free materials. The item “Jolly Rogers F-4 Phantom Aircraft Carrier Marion Carl Aces Signed Aviation Art” is in sale since Wednesday, September 25, 2019. This item is in the category “Art\Art Prints”. The seller is “alamo85″ and is located in Sheridan, Montana. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Original/Reproduction: Artwork Reproduction
• Signed: Signed
• Edition Type: Limited Edition
• Print Type: Offset Lithograph
• Signed?: Signed
• Style: Realism
• Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
• Medium: Offset Lithograph
• Features: Signed
• Subject: Military & Political

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This is a Vietnam era tarmac sprayer used to put out fires on aircraft carriers. It’s sprays a foam. Looks like a Ghostbusters gun, great for collectors or a prop. Measures just over 31 in Long. I do not know if it works, and I do not know if it’s complete. Please feel free to ask questions or concerns. The item “Vintage Military Aviation Aircraft Carrier Tarmac Sprayer (Fire Safety)” is in sale since Friday, January 19, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Transportation\Aviation\Military Aircraft\Other Military Aircraft Items”. The seller is “vintagerustyrarities” and is located in Kokomo, Indiana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Bahamas, Uruguay, Liechtenstein, Macao, Pakistan, Russian federation, South africa.

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This is a great lithograph by John T. Print is signed in plate and also signed in pencil lower right. On top it says published 1958 by John T. Of New York, U. And Frost and Reed Ltd. Bristol and London, England. Print is on Rag Paper. Overall size is approximately 22 1/2″ x 28 1/2″ Image size is. There is a watermark lower left embossed print. The Hand signed print is in good condition and has never been matted or framed. This is a wonderful print done by John T. Is know for aviation art. The item “Early Aviation! Eugene Ely 1st Aircraft Carrier Lithograph John T. McCoy Jr” is in sale since Thursday, May 16, 2019. This item is in the category “Art\Art Prints”. The seller is “fancyartsandantiques” and is located in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Size: Medium (up to 36in.)
• Artist: John T. McCoy jr.
• Style: Realism
• Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
• Medium: Lithograph
• Original/Reproduction: Original Print
• Date of Creation: 1950-1969
• Features: Signed
• Color: Multi-Color
• Subject: Aviation
• Originality: Original
• Print Surface: Paper

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