North American P-51B Mustang Aircraft "Bonny Bea 504th Fighter Squadron 339th Fighter Group" (1944) United States Army Air Forces 1/72 Diecast Model Airplane by Legion
- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of a North American P-51B Mustang Aircraft "Bonny Bea, 504th Fighter Squadron, 339th Fighter Group" (1944) United States Army Air Forces diecast model by Legion.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Comes with a display stand.
- This model does not have any opening parts.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 5.25, Wingspan- 6.25 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORICAL ASPECTS:
- The North American P-51B Mustang "Bonny Bea," flown by Captain Lee "Dutch" Eisenhart of the 504th Fighter Squadron, 339th Fighter Group, played a significant role in the aerial combat operations of World War II. Based at RAF Fowlmere in England, the 339th Fighter Group became operational in early 1944, tasked with providing bomber escort and conducting fighter sweeps deep into enemy territory. The introduction of the P-51B Mustang, with its superior range and speed, allowed the 339th to protect Allied bombers all the way to strategic targets within Germany, effectively countering the Luftwaffe's attempts to disrupt the Allied bombing campaign.
- Captain Lee "Dutch" Eisenhart, flying "Bonny Bea," quickly distinguished himself as a skilled pilot and leader. The Mustang's advanced performance, powered by the Packard-built Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, gave Eisenhart and his fellow pilots a significant edge in combat. With its long-range capabilities, "Bonny Bea" participated in some of the most critical missions of the European Theater, including the escort of B-17 Flying Fortresses and B-24 Liberators during deep penetration raids over industrial targets like ball-bearing factories, oil refineries, and aircraft production facilities. These missions, often met with fierce resistance from the Luftwaffe, were pivotal in reducing the German war machine’s ability to sustain itself.
- With its accurate historical decals and meticulous craftsmanship, this 1:72 scale model is a must-have for collectors and history enthusiasts alike, offering a tangible piece of aviation history that pays tribute to the courage and skill of the pilots who flew these iconic aircraft into battle.
