F4U-1 Corsair USN “Martha” VMF-214 Dec 1943 Hobby Master HA8218 1:48

F4U-1 Corsair USN “Martha,” VMF-214, Dec 1943 Hobby Master HA8218 Scale 1:48 Hobby Master 1:48 detailed metallic model. Item: HA8218 1:48 Scale The Vought F4U Corsair was literally built around the Pratt & Whitney 2,000 HP radial engine. The engine was so massive and produced so much energy that a Hamilton Standard 13 feet 4 inch propeller, the largest of WWII, was required. The F4U was the first American fighter aircraft to exceed 400 MPH. The Corsair was referred to by the Japanese as “Whispering Death” and became a legend in its own time. This aircraft was one of the most distinctive designs with it bent wings making it an icon. Vought F4U-1A serial number 883 Bu.No.17883 belonged to VMF-214 “Black Sheep” and was a shared ride for Major Greg “Pappy” Boyington and 1st Lt. Bob McClurg. The aircraft wore the name “Martha” which was McClurg’s mother’s name. On August 7, 1943 McClurg joined VMF-214 and served two tours with VMF-214 scoring seven victories between September 16, 1943 – December 28,1943. In September 1943 Greg Boyington took command of VMF-214. On December 26, 1943 Major Boyington shot down four Zeros over Rabaul. Boyington had 20 victories with VMF-214. Specifications for the Vought F4U-1A Total Aircraft Manufactured - 12,571 of 24 variants Manufactured By – Vought and under license by Goodyear and Brewster Crew – 1 pilot Dimensions Length – 33 ft 4in (10.1 m) Wingspan – 41 ft 0 in (12.5 m) Height – 16 ft 1 in (4.9 m)