Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. An ac spectre gunship flown by usaf special operations banks over the ocean when engageing targets, the ac will typically fly a counterclockwise race track pattern which keeps its array of cannons, howitzers and gatling guns pointing towards the target area. The ac gunship has a combat history dating to vietnam. The ach spectre gunship s primary missions are close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance.
Burns, an aerial gunner assigned to the deadliest squadron in air force history. After its introduction on the ace pave aegis gunship in 1972, the airborne 105mm howitzer proved itself to be both particularly deadly and accurate. This is necessary because the fuselage is different to that of a standard ch owing to the special apertures for the spectres weaponry. Aboard the ac spectre gunship, he flew a total of 287 combat missions over laos, south vietnam, and cambodia, in pursuit. A lot of the ideas at play here are fantastic, particularly spectres rage and depression over the death of his friend in the previous volume and how that feeds into his judgment of an entire country. All gunships evolutionized from the first operational gunship, the ac47. C spectre gunship finescale modeler essential magazine. Your ac spectre gunship is moving into position to provide cas for the rescue mission. Lockheed ac spectrespooky gunship video gallery milavia. Built precisely to 1400 scale, the diecast model employs some brand new toolings. This airtoground attack aircraft features advanced armament with new computer directed gun systems. Sep 24, 2019 lockheed ach spectre acu spooky close airsupport cas air interdiction force protection gunship the lockheed ac is a specialmission gunship variant of the storied c hercules highwing transport.
Air forces 16th special operations squadron returned from their last operational deployment. The second aca spectre, 541625, named war lord, was lost on 22 april 1970 while truck hunting along the southern portion of the ho chi minh trail, in laos. The ac is flown by usaf special operations, mostly in the close air support role. Unfollow spectre ac gunship to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. They were going to close the base, and it looked like blytheville was high on the list.
Spectre gunship brands of the world download vector. The ac is manufactured by lockheed martin, and boeing is responsible for the conversion into it. We are completely nonprofit, we play for fun and to. The gunships sole user is the united states air force, which uses ach spectre and acu spooky variants. It can accommodate 2 pilots and 2 combat system officers and 3 enlisted gunners. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
The bird saw its first combat when a ca task force was deployed to nha trang, republic of vietnam, on 20 september 1967. The gunship strikes with such force that it actually. Puff the magic dragon was the name affectionately given to the ac 47. Entries are listed below in alphanumeric order 1toz. Aboard the ac spectre gunship, he flew a total of 287 combat missions over laos, south vietnam, and cambodia, in pursuit of the truck traffic coming down the ho chi minh trail. Like many of the specialised versions of the hercules the spectre came out of the involvement of the us in the vietnam war. Other missions include perimeter and point defense, escort, landing, drop and extraction zone support, forward air control, limited command and control, and combat search and rescue. During an attack, the gunship performs a pylon turn, flying in a large circle around the target, therefore being able to fire at it for far longer than in a conventional strafing attack.
Unlike other modern military fixedwing aircraft, the ac relies on visual targeting. Not an easy task i must say, but it really does enhance the final look of the model. The ac spectre is a gunship version of the ubiquitous hercules transport aircraft. On 21 december 1972, an ac spectre gunship, callsign spectre 17, was shot down over laos. Ac spectre gunship aboard aircraft isaf us air force hercules coffee cup mug. An era ended when the first lady made its last flight before retiring at duke field, fla. Since the end of the vietnam war, the ac spectre gunship has undergone several major modifications and upgrades in its performance, armament, and electronics. The global marketplace for vintage and handmade items. The lockheed ac gunship is a heavily armed, longendurance, groundattack variant of the c hercules transport, fixedwing aircraft. There is a printable worksheet available for download here so you can take the quiz with pen and paper. The gunship strikes with such force that it actually chops down a tree under which an insurgent is hiding.
Air force ach was retired from service and replaced by the u. The project gunship ii lockheed aca spectre was also in use at the time, but was in short supply due to the air forces need for standard c hercules airlifters to process the war in vietnam and meet worldwide airlift commitments. This one is a little different from the other italeri cs ive done. While strafing the trucks, the ac gunship, from the 16th sos, was hit by 37 mm aaa, catching fire. Oct 29, 2015 ac spectre gunship annihilates entire taliban unit. The last battle weary spectre gunship touched down at ubon on 15 august 1973. This aircraft was the first aca gunship combat loss following a 37 mm hit on 24 may 69. Lockheed ac spectre a warbirds resource group site. I spent about four months on the kit, most of that time spent rescribing the panel lines. This is a short but satisfying scenario focused on obliterating little white dots with an ac. The hit came over the trails in laos and all but four crewmembers bailed out.
The ac is powered by four turboprops and has an armament ranging from 20 mm gatling guns to 105 mm howitzers. Ac spectre gunship operations in afghanistan youtube. The story of spooky, shadow, stinger, and spectre tells the dramatic story of transforming military cargo transports into deadly groundattack aircraft used by the u. First thing i have noticed is the front glass piece is bigger. The current status of the logo is active, which means the logo is currently in use. Therefore, the wright r3350powered ac119 was also selected for the gunship role. The ac gunship ii superseded the ac47 gunship i in vietnam. The 16 sos accomplished some amazing feats during its tour in southeast asia. Sep 29, 2017 the project gunship ii lockheed aca spectre was also in use at the time, but was in short supply due to the air forces need for standard c hercules airlifters to process the war in vietnam and meet worldwide airlift commitments. Drop a line directly and we will reply as soon as we can. Ive tried something different with this mission, in coop you can take control of both the gunship and the ground team. His squadron destroyed more than fifteen thousand trucks this is the true story of master sergeant david m. A video from the early days of operation enduring freedom shows an absolutely brutal onslaught of firepower by an ac gunship against taliban forces in. There are a total of 14 vietnam war gunships 1955 1975 entries in the military factory.
The port side of the ac houses firing ports for an array of cannons, howitzers and gatling guns. May 18, 2015 the ac spectre gunship was far more capable than the ac47. The gunship s sole user is the united states air force, which uses ach spectre and acu spooky variants. The lockheed ac is a specialmission gunship variant of the storied c hercules highwing transport. Lockheed ach spectre acu spooky close airsupport cas air interdiction force protection gunship.
The ac spectre gunship was far more capable than the ac47. Dragon warbirds is offering a fine miniature version of the ach spectre gunship. Fixedwing and rotarywing helicopter gunships are both included in this listing. We are completely nonprofit, we play for fun and to fundraise. The lockheed ac is a c cargo plane converted into a gunship. Other missions include perimeter and point defense, escort, landing, drop and. So, in february 2012, afsoc had also kicked off a program to add a new, palletized version of the 105mm cannon to the acw. The basic airframe is manufactured by lockheed, and boeing is responsible for the conversion into a gunship and for aircraft support. As the most deadly nightflying weapons system in the theater, spectre destroyed or damaged over 10,000 trucks over the ho chi minh trail. Jun 17, 2008 ac spectre gunship video from afghanistan. Jan 17, 2009 some pics of the 148 italeri c spectre gunship. On 21 december 1972, an acspectre gunship, callsign spectre 17, was shot down over laos. Download the vector logo of the spectre gunship brand designed by unknown in encapsulated postscript eps format.
Spectre gunship, a band created by close friends who love music and are interested in supporting great causes. How the ac destroyed at least 20 vehicles per night. Liven up the walls of your home or office with ac gunship wall art from zazzle. The ach spectre was armed with two 20 mm m61 vulcan cannons, one l60 bofors 40 mm cannon, and one 105 mm m102 howitzer. Flag images indicative of country of origin and not necessarily the primary operator. Watch combat footage of an ach spectre gunship striking. Nonprofit organization celebrating the legacy of the mighty spectre gunship all models. As i had heard that they put diving weights on babies there, to keep the mosquitoes from carrying.
This was the first paint scheme use on the spectre gunships. Buy lockheed ac gunship spectre by walter colvin as a poster, throw pillow, tote bag, art print, canvas print, framed print, photographic print, metal print, or greeting card. Of the 16 people on board, two survived when they were blown fromjumped out of the rear of the aircraft. In late december 2001 a department of defense program budget decision pbd called for purchasing at least 8 additional acu spooky gunships, and initiating work on a. The first lady has flown for 40 years, and is the first production c. Do you have questions, want to book a show or make a bulk order.
The first lady will rest beside the b52 and other planes that proved their mettle during vietnam. The ac gunship is a heavily armed, longendurance groundattack variant of the c hercules transport fixedwing aircraft that carries a wide array of antiground oriented weapons that. Spectre had its beginning when operational testing of a c as a gunship was conducted at eglin afb fl from june through september of 1967. His squadron destroyed more than fifteen thousand trucks loaded with war munitions. For the ac to perform its mission, it needs the air force to achieve air dominance or air superiority. The ac gunship and the vietnam war warfare history. It is powerful enough to provide close air support to ground troops and also against insurgents.
It carries a wide array of ground attack weapons that are integrated with sophisticated sensors, navigation, and firecontrol systems. Ac spectre gunship annihilates entire taliban unit. The ach spectre gunships primary missions are close air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance. During the first missions the spectre was also able to achieve an aerial victory when on may 8, 1969 an ac shot down an enemy helicopter, as told by wayne mutza in his book gunships the story.
Spectre gunship crews primarily flew night missions to stop enemy transportation on the ho chi minh trail in laos. The usaf finally gives its acw gunship the big gun it. United states ac air operations at a secret location. Search help in finding ac spectre gunship online quiz version. Jan 30, 20 this is the true story of master sergeant david m. But not before hitting lowlife scumbag terrorists in afghanistan and all over the world. Spectre gunship, a band created by close friends in support of cheo and sickkids hospitals. Ac spectre gunship nowhere to run the lockheed ac gunship is a heavilyarmed groundattack aircraft. During their time in afghanistan that year, the heavilyarmed planes cargohaulers modified to carry sidefiring guns and cannons broke up taliban ambushes, attacked insurgent camps and.
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