F-4 Phantom II / Duke Cunningham

F-4 Phantom Duke Cunningham airplane model. The F-4 Phantom II was a twin-engine, all-weather, fighter-bomber. The Phantom was first used by the U.S. Navy as an interceptor but also was capable of flying as a ground-support bomber for the U.S. Marine Corps. The aircraft could perform three tactical air roles, air superiority, interdiction and close air support, as it did in southeast Asia. McDonnell designed one of the greatest fighters of the postwar era as a company venture to meet anticipated future needs. Planned as an attack aircraft with four 20mm guns, it was quickly changed into a very advanced gun less all-weather interceptor with advanced radar and missile armament. The aircraft flew every traditional military mission: air superiority, close air support, interception, air defense suppression, long-range strike, fleet defense, attack and reconnaissance. This model is painted to reflect the aircraft CDR Cunningham flew when he achieved his fifth Mig Kill. He is the top US Navy ACE of the Vietnam War. Mahogany Wood. Scale: 1/45. Wingspan 11 inches, Length 17 inches.