{"product_id":"acd12548","title":"Academy 1\/72 F2H-3 Banshee US Navy VF-41 Black Aces Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAcademy 1\/72 F2H-3 Banshee US Navy VF-41 Black Aces Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate an important aircraft from the early years of American naval jet aviation with the \u003cstrong\u003eAcademy 1\/72 McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee US Navy VF-41 \"Black Aces\" plastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Representing the all-weather interceptor version of the famous F2H Banshee, this detailed model captures the distinctive straight-wing design of one of the United States Navy's pioneering carrier-based jet fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Academy F2H-3 Banshee features finely engraved panel lines, detailed cockpit components, realistic landing gear, optional wingtip fuel tanks, and four underwing rockets. With seven aircraft marking options printed by Cartograf, modelers can recreate aircraft operated by the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, or Royal Canadian Navy during the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/72 scale McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee carrier-based jet fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic US Navy VF-41 \"Black Aces\" squadron markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive straight-wing, twin-engine early jet aircraft configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit with instrument panel and control stick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely recessed exterior panel lines and surface details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear cockpit canopy with optional open or closed positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed landing gear and wheel well components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo optional wingtip fuel tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour underwing rockets with mounting pylons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeven historical US Navy, US Marine Corps, and Royal Canadian Navy marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality Cartograf waterslide decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnassembled plastic model kit requiring painting and assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Subject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMcDonnell F2H Banshee\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the earliest successful jet-powered fighter aircraft developed for the United States Navy. Designed as a successor to the McDonnell FH-1 Phantom, the Banshee incorporated improved engines, greater fuel capacity, and a larger airframe to meet the growing demands of carrier-based jet operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning Your Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the marking guide before selecting colors. Dry-fit the major airframe parts and plan cockpit painting before closing the fuselage. Paints, masking materials and tools can be selected to suit the finish you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly is required. Follow the instructions for the appropriate adhesives and finishing supplies; check the listed contents before purchasing additional materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy\"\u003eAcademy\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-aircraft\"\u003eAcademy Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-aircraft-1-72\"\u003eAcademy 1\/72 Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-jet-aircraft\"\u003eAcademy Jet Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind finishing materials in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003eMega Hobby Paint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67960938233930,"sku":"ACD12548","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/megahobby-acd12548-01.jpg?v=1794452234","url":"https:\/\/megahobby.com\/products\/acd12548","provider":"Mega Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}