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F-2H2 Banshee with rockets

F-2H2 Banshee with rockets

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This is an ErikGen design. We are an approved printer for EriKGen designs. His exquisite STLs can be purchased and self printed here: EriKGen Designs

 

Not available at 1-285 scales

 

The F2H-2 Banshee was a primary U.S. Navy and Marine Corps jet fighter used extensively during the Korean War (1950–1953) for ground attack, escort, and reconnaissance, operating off carriers. Known for its high-altitude performance, it operated in Korea, over Soviet territory for reconnaissance, and later with the Royal Canadian Navy. 

 

  • Korean War Missions: The F2H-2 was vital in Korea (1950-53) for ground-attack, close air support, and disrupting North Korean supply lines.
  • Carrier Operation: It served on Navy aircraft carriers and with Marine Corps squadrons.
  • Reconnaissance (F2H-2P): The photo-reconnaissance variant was used to take high-quality photos of communist military installations.
  • Strategic Escort: Due to its superior high-altitude performance, it was used to escort U.S. Air Force bombers.
  • Global Operations: The aircraft operated from Taiwan for surveillance missions and was later used by the Royal Canadian Navy.
  • Long-Range Operations: In exercises, F2H-2s demonstrated long-range capability, operating hundreds of miles from carriers. 
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