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Rafi Ben-Shahar
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Academy 1/48 Beechcraft V35A Bonanza

September 22, 2024 · in Aviation · · 16 · 95

The successful Beechcraft manufactured since the late 40s found its way to Israel during the Independence War. A South African volunteer that became one of the founders of the young Israeli Air Force flew his Bonanza across Africa to Israel. There, the aircraft was used to recce and bombing missions. Bombing was possible with improvised bomb carriers under the wings. The aircraft was camouflaged with a makeshift dark green color on the upper surfaces.

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  1. Excellent result of this one-off example with such an interesting history, Rafi!
    Well done!

  2. A wonderful result, Rafi @blackmopane
    The painting turned out beautifully.

  3. Civi Bonanzas are cool, but this is off the charts cool, Rafi. Interesting story too.

  4. Pretty cool "doctor killer", Rafi @blackmopane! 👍

  5. Now that's a horse of a different color. Nice work!

  6. Very unique subject/ paint scheme combo ! Very nice !

  7. Ok - now there's a piece of aviation history I was unfamiliar with! Excellent work - I love the overspray camo of the civi scheme.

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