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VMR-252 C-119F/R4Q-2 Flying Boxcar Model, Fairchild, Mahogany, 1/72 Scale

$319.00

Fly with the VMR-252 n in this hand-crafted C-119F/R4Q-2 Flying Boxcar Model. Each model is carved from wood and hand-painted to provide a unique piece that will always be treasured.

  • Length – 18 inches
  • Made from Mahogany
  • US Veteran-Owned Business

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VMR-252 C-119F/R4Q-2 Flying Boxcar Model

Fly with the VMR-252 n in this hand-crafted C-119F/R4Q-2 Flying Boxcar Model. Each model is carved from wood and hand-painted to provide a unique piece that will always be treasured.

  • Length – 18 inches
  • Made from Mahogany
  • US Veteran-Owned Business
  • The product is not intended to be used by children 12 years and younger.

In July 1946, VMR-252 was based at MCAS Miramar as part of Marine Aircraft Group 25. They remained there until 14 October 1946 when they were moved to MCAS El Toro.[2] During October 1961, the KC-130 Hercules became the squadron’s aircraft. With the introduction of the KC-130, the squadron’s primary mission was changed to aerial refueling. On 1 February 1962, the Squadron received its present designation as Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252 (VMGR-252). In December 1965, the KC-130 was used to refuel the CH-3 helicopter. This was the first time that a tanker drogue system was used to refuel a helicopter.

The late sixties and early seventies found VMGR-252 actively supporting U.S. Forces in the Republic of Vietnam, transporting essential equipment, parts, and personnel. VMGR-252 also supported the introduction of the AV-8A Harrier. In August 1973, VMGR-252 was involved in the development of safe and standardized aerial refueling procedures to be used with the Harrier.

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