Guillow's Cessna Bird Dog Balsa Wood Model Airplane Kit

Guillow's Cessna Bird Dog Balsa Wood Model Airplane Kit, Vietnam, Korea Guillow's Cessna Bird Dog  Balsa Wood Model Airplane Kit. Made in the USA Wing Span:  18" Scale:  1/24 For Ages 14 And Up Easy-to-Build Vietnam era flying kit includes:

Razor-sharp die-cut balsa parts 

Cleaning formed plastic nose cowl

Rubber band motor

Plastic wheels

Ample covering tissue

Molded plastic propeller

Wire landed gear

Large decal sheet of insignia

Scale plans and illustrated collections

Clear plastic windshield

Originally designated the L-19, The Bird Dog went into production in June, 1956 and was used during the Korean campaign as a liaison airplane by Army Field Forces to spot the enemy's troop concentrations, direct ground operations, carry ammunition, and evacuate wounded. It returned to production in 1962 and designated the 0-1E, the Bird Dog gained fame anew as a “FAC” airplane (forward air controller) in South Vietnam war where it was very effective in spotting and directing fire against the enemy Vietcong forces. We are proud to be an authorized dealer for Paul K. Guillow, Inc.- your number one source for balsa wood airplane kits and flying toys since 1926. Please visit our eBay store to view more cool listings. While you’re there, sign up for our email updates. We are the official corporate sponsor of the Desert Rat, a B-17E restoration project. Your purchase helps to fund this endeavor. We stand 100% behind everything we sell. If, for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, contact us to arrange for an exchange or full refund.

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