{"product_id":"greay-wall-hobby-1-48-fairchild-a-10c-thunderbolt-ii-blacksnake-indiana-air-national-guard-1921-2021-s4823","title":"Great Wall Hobby 1\/48 Fairchild A-10C Thunderbolt II Blacksnake, Indiana Air National Guard 1921-2021 S4823","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"single-product-row d-flex border-bottom-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"single-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description revert-css\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis one of the most iconic close air support aircraft ever developed for the United States Air Force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Known worldwide by its famous “Warthog” nickname, the A-10 was purpose-built to destroy enemy armour, support ground troops and survive intense frontline combat conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upgraded A-10C Thunderbolt II introduced modern avionics, precision targeting systems and advanced weapons capability, significantly improving the aircraft’s effectiveness in modern combat operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Despite its rugged and aggressive appearance, the A-10 has earned enormous respect from military crews and ground forces thanks to its accuracy, reliability and ability to withstand heavy battlefield damage while continuing to fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special “Blacksnake” scheme from the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eIndiana Air National Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecommemorates the unit’s history between 1921 and 2021 with a striking black tail design and distinctive anniversary markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft celebrates a century of service while showcasing the enduring combat legacy of the A-10 Thunderbolt II in modern USAF operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing its unmistakable twin-engine layout, large straight wings and powerful GAU-8\/A Avenger cannon, the A-10C remains one of the most recognisable military aircraft in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This model kit is an excellent addition for modern military aviation collections and for modellers interested in special commemorative aircraft schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Great Wall Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57538995814773,"sku":"S4823","price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0556\/8517\/files\/gwhs4823-1.jpg?v=1788265284","url":"https:\/\/www.umpretail.com\/products\/greay-wall-hobby-1-48-fairchild-a-10c-thunderbolt-ii-blacksnake-indiana-air-national-guard-1921-2021-s4823","provider":"Ultimate Modelling Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}