FockeWulf Fw 190A8 Fighter Aircraft 98Victory Ace Staffelkapitaen Horst Hannig I.JG 2 Triqueville France (1943) German Luftwaffe 172 Diecast

Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8 Fighter Aircraft "98-Victory Ace Staffelkapitaen Horst Hannig I./JG 2 Triqueville France" (1943) German Luftwaffe die cast model.
Brand new box.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Comes with a display stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-4.75 Wingspan-5.75 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
HISTORY ASPECTS:The Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8 flown by the 98-victory ace Staffelkapitaen Horst Hannig of the I./JG 2 (Jagdgeschwader 2) operated from Triqueville France during the height of World War II in 1943. The Fw 190A-8 was a formidable fighter aircraft employed by the Luftwaffe in various roles including air superiority ground attack and bomber escort missions. Equipped with a powerful BMW 801 radial engine and a robust airframe the Fw 190A-8 proved to be a versatile and effective platform in combat operations.During its service in 1943 the Fw 190A-8 participated in numerous aerial engagements over the skies of Europe engaging Allied aircraft in dogfights and providing vital air support for German ground forces. Staffelkapitaen Horst Hannig an ace pilot with 98 confirmed victories achieved remarkable success while flying the Fw 190A-8 earning a reputation as one of the Luftwaffes top scoring aces. Hannigs skill and bravery in combat contributed significantly to the success of his unit and the Luftwaffes efforts to defend German airspace and support military operations.The Fw 190A-8 exemplified by the exploits of Staffelkapitaen Horst Hannig represents a pivotal chapter in the history of aviation warfare during World War II. Its sleek design potent armament and exceptiona