Wednesday, March 08, 2006

NEW P-51D "The Flying Undertaker"

21st Century Toys has announcing the release of the NEW North American P-51D Mustang Fighter. This 1:18 Scale Fighter is the product of a completely newly designed tooling pattern that brings the Xtreme Detail line to a brand new level. This Mustang includes authentic markings, precision stenciling and a highly detailed cockpit interior as well as many moveable flight surfaces such as adjustable ailerons, elevators, flaps and rudder. Other features include retractable landing gear, a sliding canopy and a moveable radiator exit flap. One articulated pilot action figure also included.

This paint scheme honors Major William Shomo and his P-51D Mustang "Snooks - 5th", which was nicknamed "The Flying Undertaker". Shomo, who graduated from Mortuary school prior to enlisting in the U.S. Army Air Force, commanded the 82nd Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron of the 5th Air Force (Pacific Theater) and recorded eight victories in his career including seven in one day when he shot down six Tonys and a Betty Bomber on January 11th 1945 for which he was awarded the Medal Of Honor.

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Posted by C.L. Smith @ 11:43 AM
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