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Etendard IVM

By: Heller Models

Type: Scale Model

Product Line: Historical Model Kits (1/48) (Heller Models)

94 pcs.

MSRP old price: $58.99


Product Info

Title
Etendard IVM
Publisher
Publish Year
2012
Dimensions
18x10x2.75"
NKG Part #
2147981205
MFG. Part #
HEL80425
Type
Scale Model

Description

The first Etendard IVM flew on 21 May 1958 at Melun-Villaroche, at the hands of Jean-Marie Saget. For the first time in history, the Naval Air force achieved transonic speeds. Between 9 December 191 and 26 May 1965, it received 69 Etendard IVM.

Operational training missions on Etendard IVM were provided by the 15.F Flotilla from 1961 until 1965, upon which date they were transferred to the S.59 Flotilla(also called Shipborne Fighter School) based in Hyeres. The S.59 would remain equipped with the Etendard IVM until July 1991, upon which date the Etendard IVM ceased to be in active service in the Navy. They flew a total of 180,000 flight hours and 25,300 landings. The other Flotillas successively equipped with the Etendard IVM would be 11.F (1963-1978), the 15.F (1962-1969), and the 17.F (1964-1980).

Models & Model Kits are supplied unpainted and unassembled unless otherwise noted.