Douglas TBD-1 Devastator Bomber Aircraft "Battle of Midway Lt Cdr EE Lindsey VT-6 USS Enterprise" (1942) United States Navy "SkyMax Models" Series 1/
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Douglas TBD-1 Devastator Bomber Aircraft "Battle of Midway Lt Cdr EE Lindsey VT-6 USS Enterprise" (1942) United States Navy "SkyMax Models" Series die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Has opening canopy. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 5.75 Wingspan- 8.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS:The TBD-1 Devastator was a torpedo bomber that played a crucial role in the early years of World War II particularly during the Battle of Midway in June 1942. One notable aircraft from this period was the Devastator known as "Black 1" piloted by Lieutenant Commander Edward E. Lindsey of Torpedo Squadron 6 (VT-6) aboard the USS Enterprise. This aircraft represented the last of its kind in a changing naval aviation landscape as the Navy shifted towards more advanced dive bombers and torpedo bombers.On June 4 1942 during the first day of the Battle of Midway the TBD-1 Devastators of VT-6 launched a valiant yet challenging attack against the Japanese fleet. Despite the vulnerability of the Devastator to enemy anti-aircraft fire and the presence of enemy fighters Lindsey and his squadron pressed on with their torpedo attack. Unfortunately the Devastators suffered heavy losses with many aircraft being shot down before they could release their torpedoes. However Lindseys leadership and courage were evident as he led his squadron into battle agai