Guillows Cessna 0-1E Bird-Dog 1/24

Sleek rubber powered models with minimal parts and easy construction. Built light, they are great planes with ample wing areas and effective rubber motor / propeller combinations. Kits contain top quality balsa, plastic nose cowls, canopies and insignia.

Originally designated the L-19, The Bird Dog went into production in June, 1956 and was used during the Korean campaign as a liaison airplane by Army Field Forces to spot the enemy's troop concentrations, direct ground operations, carry ammunition, and evacuate wounded. It returned to production in 1962 and designated the 0-1E, the Bird Dog gained fame anew as a "FAC" airplane (forward air controller) in South Vietnam war where it was very effective in spotting and directing fire against the enemy Vietcong forces.

Specifications
No:    902
Name:    Cessna 0-1E Bird-Dog
Wingspan:    18"
Scale:    1/24
Build Time:    15+ Hours
Skill Level:    Beginner