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Douglas AC-47 Gunship airplane model. In the early 1960s, Air Force Systems Command began experimenting with side-firing weapons systems for possible use in Vietnam in point defense and night Close Air Support (CAS) roles. In late 1964, the first gunship conversion of a World War II Douglas C-47D was done. The gunship version of the C-47D was initially designated FC-47D (Fighter-Cargo) but was changed to AC (Attack Cargo) primarily because of complaints by traditional fighter pilots. The aircraft had several nicknames: "Spooky", Puff the Magic Dragon", and "Puff". The AC-47 was equipped with three SUU-11A 7.62 mm "miniguns" with a 6,000 round per minute rate of fire. The miniguns were mounted in the aft left fuselage, one gun was installed in the aft passenger door area. The other two guns were mounted just forward of the passenger door with the gun barrels pointed out window ports. The AC-47D carried about 16,500 rounds of ammunition on a typical mission. For night missions, the aircraft carried approximately 48 MK-24 flares. Each flare would last up to three minutes (Mod 3 version) and produced a light of 2 million candlepower. The delivery system was extremely simple, the loadmaster armed and dropped the flare out the cargo door when the pilot signaled by flashing a cargo compartment light. Scale 1/72. Wingspan 16 inches, Length 11 class="MsoNormal">IN STOCK AND READY TO SHIP WITHNO DELAYS!
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This model is made with very high professional quality withattention to every detail using high-quality paints and resistant to fading.
- As a gift or souvenir. Your airplane on your desk, shelf or office.
- It can be a perfect gift for spouse, son, father, best friend or employer. Such a gift will be highly appreciated by people who are fond of aviation. And, people related to aviation (military, airlines, pilot. mechanic), those who serve or have served in the aviation field.
- Model on nice presentation stand. You can add a brass plate to personalize.
- Handmade, painted and fitted with quality materials.
- Packed with GREAT CARE using special soft materials and sturdy cardboard box, ready to ship anywhere!
We are the manufacturer and distributor of fine handmade sculpturesof the world's most famous and revered aircraft. This is a beautiful hand fittedreplica airplane model. Produced from the highest quality and renewable materialsand hand painted and finished to exceptional quality. It takes nearly 40 hoursto complete each model from beginning to the application of the finalprotective clear coat. It is shipped in a foam lined box for maximumprotection.
The talent of our artists and craftsmen is apparent in thelush finishes and attention to detail every model displays. Each piece is atreasure to own and display. We are convinced you will be completely satisfiedor your money back.
All scales and sizes are approximate. The stand may have aslightly different appearance than what is shown (color, style, finish).
A unique item for any aviation enthusiast, pilot,company, military person, or a special gift or reward. We have over 2,400different aircraft designs and types in stock and ready to ship. If you needsomething specific, please ask. We might have it available or we can create acustom project that is built and painted to your instructions and needs.
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