Victory at Sea Royal Navy Fairey Fulmar Flights (Plastic)
The Fairey Fulmar was a long-range, carrier-based fighter designed for the Royal Navy’s Fleet Air Arm during World War II. While not as agile as its land-based counterparts, the Fulmar provided essential fleet defense, intercepting enemy bombers and reconnaissance aircraft while also serving as a capable fighter-bomber. It played a key role in the Mediterranean, North Atlantic, and Indian Ocean campaigns, protecting British warships and convoys.
Features:
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Carrier-based fighter aircraft: Designed for fleet air defense and escort duties.
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Includes multiple flight models: Represents Fulmar squadrons in naval engagements.
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Highly detailed plastic sculpts: Ideal for Victory at Sea wargaming.
Why Choose the Royal Navy Fairey Fulmar Flights?
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Key interceptor for Royal Navy fleets: Provides vital air cover against enemy aircraft.
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Historically significant aircraft: Used extensively in fleet actions during WWII.
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Expands air capabilities in Victory at Sea: Strengthens naval aviation forces.
Product Info:
This set includes multiple plastic flight stands representing Royal Navy Fairey Fulmar fighter formations. Requires assembly and painting. Supplied unpainted with waterslide decals included. Compatible with Victory at Sea wargaming rules.
About the Aircraft:
The Fairey Fulmar entered service in 1940 as a long-range naval fighter and reconnaissance aircraft. Armed with eight .303 machine guns and capable of carrying bombs, it was an effective escort and patrol aircraft for Royal Navy carrier fleets. Despite its lack of speed compared to enemy fighters, its range, durability, and firepower made it an invaluable asset in naval warfare, particularly in the Mediterranean theater against Italian and German air threats.
About the Model:
This Victory at Sea set accurately represents Fulmar flights in action, capturing the look of Fleet Air Arm squadrons patrolling and engaging enemy aircraft. Whether for historical wargaming, dioramas, or display collections, these aircraft flights add authenticity and strategic depth to any Royal Navy fleet.
