VF-51 Screaming Eagles fighter squadron FITRON FIVE ONE US Navy

A beautifully carved solid 18 inch wood model of the VF-51 Screaming Eagles F-14A! Each model is carefully carved and painted to provide the utmost craftsmanship to display proudly.

2022年11月3日 · VF-51, Fighter Squadron 51 was an aviation unit of the United States Navy known as the “Screaming Eagles”. It was originally established as VF-1 on February 1st, 1943, redesignated as VF-5 on July 15th, 1943, redesignated as VF-5A on November 15th, 1946, redesignated VF-51 on August 16th, 1948 and disestablished in March 1995.

Own a beautifully handcrafted 18-inch wooden F-14A Tomcat model, honoring the legacy of VF-51 Screaming Eagles. Expertly carved from solid mahogany and hand-painted with precision, this stunning model features movable swept wings, making it a must-have for collectors and aviation enthusiasts alike.

2024年5月14日 · VF-51, Fighter Squadron 51 was an aviation unit of the United States Navy known as the "Screaming Eagles". Originally established as VF-1 on February 1, 1943, redesignated as VF-5 on July 15, 1943, redesignated as VF-5A on November 15, 1946, redesignated VF-51 on August 16, 1948 and disestablished in March 1995.

2024年10月14日 · A model provides that special connection piece to pass down to children and grandchildren, or a part of story that tells of a sacrifice and service. The model represents something deep and personal.

VF-51 is credited to be the first F-14 squadron to intercept Soviet Tu-26 Backfire bombers, armed MiG-23 Floggers and Su-15 Flagons using the Tomcat’s TCS (Television Camera Sight).

VF-51, Fighter Squadron 51 was an aviation unit of the United States Navy known as the “Screaming Eagles”. Originally established as VF-1 on February 1, 1943, redesignated as VF …

VF-51 Screaming Eagles F-14A (1980) Model A beautifully carved solid 18 inch wood model of the VF-51 Screaming Eagles F-14A! Each model is carefully carved and painted to provide the utmost craftsmanship to display proudly. The wings on the F-14 are movable too!

In May 1972 this aircraft was part of the VF-51 "Screaming Eagles" on board the USS Coral Sea. The aircraft was assigned to Lt. Winston "Mad Dog" Copeland and Lt (jg) Dale Arends but on May 10,1972 the aircraft was crewed by Lt. Ken "Ragin Cajun" Cannon and Bud Morris. That day they destroyed a MiG-17 with an AIM-9 missile.