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Featuring breathtaking scenes from World War II, these limited edition giclée prints come signed and numbered by the artist.

Almost Home

A P-51 Mustang, along with a B-17 Flying Fortress, make their way back to base after a successful campaign. 14"x 11". #707318 $99.95

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Stormriders

After having flak take out one engine on each aircraft, a pair of B-17 Flying Fortresses make haste to reach base before being caught in the impending storm. 20"x 10". #707319 $169.95 The Skies for US

A B-25 Mitchell of the 13th Air Force,

42nd Bomb Group sends a Japanese Zero to a watery grave. The motto of the 42nd BG was “The Skies for Us.” 20"x 15". #707320 $179.95 “The Skies for Us.” 20"x 15".

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1/400 SCALE

Airliner Models

These 1/400 scale, die cast models replicate a pair of commercial airline aircraft. They feature authentic paint schemes and markings, pad- printed doors and windows, realistic panel lines and antennas, B and extended landing gear.

A: Bombardier CRJ900LR – PSA Airlines 2½" wingspan. #707220 $34.95 B: McDonnell MD-80 – New York Air – 3¼" wingspan. #707226 $39.95

Pearl Harbor A6M2 Zero Models

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These 1/72 scale, Hobby Master, die cast models feature optionalmodels feature optionalposition landing gear, an opening canopy revealing a well-equipped revealing a well-equipped B cockpit and removable pilot figure, a rotating metal propeller, authentic metal propeller, authentic markings, and a display stand. markings, and a display stand. 9¾" wingspan. $9¾" wingspan. 97.95 each

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A: EI-111 – IJNAS Shokaku Flying Group, Lt. Takumi Hoashi, IJN Carrier Shokaku, Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. #981315 B: AII-105 – IJNAS Kaga Flying Group, Lt. Yoshio Shiga, IJN Carrier Kaga, Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. #981316

P38J Lightning Model

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This limited edition, 1/72 scale, die cast replica 1/72 scale, die cast replica features optional-position features optional-position landing gear, rotating propellers, a clear canopy revealing propellers, a clear canopy revealing a well-equipped cockpit with a handa well-equipped cockpit with a handpainted pilot figure, a display stand, and authentic markings for painted pilot figure, a display stand, and authentic markings for USAAF 20th FG, 79th FS, “Happy Jack’s Go Buggy,” Capt. Jack Ifrey, RAF Kings Cli e, England, June 12, 1944. 6¼" wingspan. #706923RAF Kings Cli e, England, June 12, 1944. 6¼" wingspan. $69.95

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Horizon Line

Former couple Sara and Jackson board a singleengine plane for a routine and casual flight to their friend’s tropical island wedding. However, within minutes of takeoff, their pilot suffers a fatal heart attack, leaving them with no idea where they are, no clue how to land the plane, and a terrifying storm that’s about to envelop them. 1 hr. 32 min. #707322 $19.95

600 Photos!

Mikoyan MiG-31

Famous Russian Aircraft Gordon & Komissarov. The MiG-31 was first flown in September 1975 and achieved operational capability in 1980. In- ight refueling was added in 1989 to give it additional range. Today, the MiG-31 remains one of modern Russia’s key air defense assets, with new versions continually being developed. 320 pages, 600 images, 8½"x 11", hardcover. #707202 $64.95 SAM-2 Missile with Launch Cabin Kit

Replicating the Sovietdesigned surface-to-air missile S-75 Dvina and launcher cabin, this 1/72 scale plastic kit features new tooling, authentic decals, and easyto-follow instructions. Assembly required, 25 pieces, to-follow instructions. Assembly required, 25 pieces, skill level 2, 7" long. #707321 $39.95 Order Today at 800-225-5575 or www.HistoricAviation.com

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F-5E Tiger II Model

Replicating the supersonic light fighter, the F-5E Tiger II, this 1/72 scale, Hobby Master, die cast 1/72 SCALE model features an opening canopy revealing a well-equipped cockpit, optional-position landing gear, detachable ordnance loads, a display stand, and authentic markings for the USAF 527th Aggressor Sqn., “Grape” paint scheme, RAF Alconbury AB, England, 1976. 4½" wingspan. #981313 $84.95

A-4 Skyhawk T-Shirt

Made of 100% pre-shrunk cotton, this comfortable Back tee features sharp screen-printed graphics of the iconic A-4 Skyhawk on the front and back. #707045

M, L, XL: $27.95 2XL, 3XL: $29.95

Images of America: Ellsworth Air Force Base

Page II. Rapid City Army Air Base was constructed in 1942 and used as a training location for B-17 Flying Fortress bomber aircrews throughout World War II. Renamed in 1953 for Brig.Gen. Richard Ellsworth, from 1960 to 1994, Ellsworth AFB was a Strategic Air Command superbase containing two legs of the American Strategic Nuclear Triad – heavy bomber aircraft and land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles. 128 pages, 208 photos, 6½"x 9¼", softcover. #707323 $21.95

The B-36 Peacemaker

A collection of seven rare lms on the B-36, this title examines the aircraft’s role as a nuclear deterrent during the Cold War, its use by the Strategic Air Command, escape training for ight crews, bombing with radar, old newsreel footage of the Peacemaker, and more. Approx. 1 hr. 34 min. #707324 $19.95 United States Space Force Gold Cards

Made with 23K gold foil, these limited edition cards honor America’s newest edition cards honor America’s newest armed forces service branch, Space Force, and come numbered in a protective case. $19.95 each A: Silver Prism Hologram #707327 B: American Flag Galaxy #707328 B: American Flag Galaxy #707328

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F-35C Lightning II Model

Replicating the stealth multirole fighter, this 1/72 scale, Air Force 1, die cast model features optional-position landing gear, opening bomb bay doors, accurate ordnance loads, foldable wings for display in-flight or parked, a metal display stand, and authentic markings for USN VX-23, NAS Pax River, Maryland. 7¼" wingspan. #707309 $79.95

1/72 SCALE

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MiG Encounter

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Anthony Saunders. On May 20, 1967, Col. Robin Olds and his flight of eight F-4 Phantoms of the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing came upon a large group of North Vietnamese MiG-17s over the hills north of Hai Phong. During the ensuing battle, Olds would destroy two MiGs, bringing his Vietnam victory total to four, and his overall combat total (including World War II) to 17 victories. Limited edition, signed and numbered by the artist. 26½"x19¼". #707325 $109.95