Hobby Master SM1012 1:72 F8F-1B Blue Angels US Navy, 1946 season (decals for 1 - 5)

The Blue Angels were originally formed in April 1946 as the Navy Flight Exhibition Team. They changed their name to the Blue Angels after seeing an advertisement for the New York nightclub The Blue Angel, also known as The Blue Angel Supper Club, in the New Yorker Magazine. In August of that year, the team upgraded from the F6F-5 Hellcat to the F8F-1 Bearcat. The Bearcat was designed to be one of the fastest piston-engine fighters in service and it quickly became a favorite among aviators, especially for its impressive speed, climb rate, and maneuverability. Painted in a striking blue and yellow livery, the Blue Angels showcased the Bearcat's capabilities in breathtaking aerobatic demonstrations that dazzled spectators and solidified the Blue Angels as a premier flight demonstration team.

Includes decal sheet to mark as the aircraft of your choice, #1 - #5.

Key Features:

• 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.
• Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.