[flaps]

The plane on the front of this site, I think it is an Crusader, that would be a cool plane to add to any jet collection.

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[SKUNKY]

That's an F-8 Crusader......but you're right, it would be a great one to add to any jet collection..

[aeroeng]

I wish Franklin Mint would make one in 1:48.

[flaps]

I like 1/72 scale a lot better than 1/48, usually more detail not less and most of the time less joint issues, and more working parts, and less money.

Plus you sure can fit a lot more in those displays.

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Originally Posted by aeroeng

I wish Franklin Mint would make one in 1:48.

[SKUNKY]

Not to mention Franklin Mint would most likely make a mess out of it....A great plane like the F-8 must be made - but it must be done with justice!

[aeroeng]

I'm pretty sure there's a crusader on display in the Naval Air Museum. Can't remember for sure, it's been a couple years since I've been there.

[mustangdriver]

You are right. The national Museum of Naval Aviation has an F-8 Crusader on display. A very nice one at that. And I would buy one in either scale, although I do prefer 1/48.

[STARMAN 352ND]

Hey that ain't to bad looking of a jet..hummmmmm
Might be another one i'll add if the price is right.
JP

[planenuts]

The F-8 was a good dogfighter......the Airforce should have used some in Vietnam

[admin]

This is one of those great planes that would be perfect to produce.

• Tons of Great Liveries
• It's a combat aircraft by almost everyones definition of the term.
• One of the best nicknames "The Last of the Gunfighters"
• The Blue Angels flew it.
• The French flew it. ..........okay, I got a little ahead of myself there.
• NASA uses it.
• It had the best kill ration of any US aircraft in Vietnam.
• Unique features like the variable-incidence wing.
• And it's just damn good looking.