Focke-Wulf,FW-190 LuftwaffeFW 190 Luftwaffe German fighter model airplane. The Fw 190 was one of the greatest fighters of WWII. Designed by Dr. Kurt Tank, it built as a sturdy fighter interceptor to augment the Messerschmitt Bf 109. It made its first flight on June 1, 1939 and first saw combat over northwestern France in September 1941. The early Fw 190A's were superior to the Spitfire Mk. V. This development spurred the continuing evolution of the Spitfire with ever more

During the next several months

Wingspan 5 1/2 inches

fewer than 300 saw action

but more than 100 were diverted or direct delivered to other nations

Although it was designed as a high-altitude interceptor

It was manufactured by the Douglas Aircraft Company of Long Beach

These aircraft are equipped with in-flight refueling equipment

which looked like a toned-down

this model is the perfect addition to any home or office

Wingspan 15 3/4 inches

Air Combat Command

On 01 April 1997