Guillows O-IE Bird-Dog G902

Originally designated the L-19, The Bird Dog went into production in June, 1956 and was used during the Korean campaign as a liaison airplane by Army Field Forces to spot the enemy's troop concentrations, direct ground operations, carry ammunition, and evacuate wounded. It returned to production in 1962 and designated the 0-1E, the Bird Dog gained fame anew as a "FAC" airplane (forward air controller) in South Vietnam war where it was very effective in spotting and directing fire against the enemy Vietcong forces.

Selected precision cut balsa wood.  Razor Sharp die cut balsa parts.  Cleanly formed plastic nose cowl.  Rubber motor band.  Plastic wheels.  Ample covering tissue.  Moulded plastic propeller.  Wire for landing gear.  Large decal sheet of insignia.  Accurate scale plan and illustrated assembly instructions.  Clear plastic bubble canopy.

Wingspan: 18"

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