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F-94C Starfire Aviation Art Print - 11

F-94C Starfire Aviation Art Print - 11" x 14"

$ 23.76

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Condition: New
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  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Return policy details: Full purchase price minus shipping charges if returned in original, resellable condition within 30 days. We recommend the purchase of shipping insurance.

    Description

    F-94C Starfire Aviation Art Print
    - 11" x 14" Print Size
    The F-94C version of the Starfire was designed to do one thing, intercept and shoot down Soviet T-4 bombers (copies of the American B-29). The aircraft's entire armament consisted of rockets. Initially the rockets were all carried in the nose of the aircraft. Four doors hinged inward to permit the rockets to be fired. It was found that the exhaust from the rockets often caused the jet engine to flame out. Further development added rocket pods on the wings which helped to alle
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    viate the problem of the flame outs. The Starfire was an interim design until more advanced aircraft could be deployed. Nevertheless, the aircraft proved itself during the 1953 Red Sun exercise when Starfires intercepted and "shot down" several B-36P Peacemaker bombers. A Starfire was also the first NORAD jet interceptor to score a night time "kill". The Starfire's short time in service ended when the type was phased out in 1959. There are quite a few surviving Starfires on display in museums around the United States.
    This is a 11" x 14" Giclee print.  Our Giclee prints are printed on Heavyweight Archival Matte paper with Epson Ultrachrome professional archival inks. The image is printed on paper with an extra 1" border to allow for matting or framing.
    Please contact us if you have any questions regarding the F-94C Starfire fine art print.
    Print title: "Cold War Interceptor" F-94C Starfire
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    A word about the quality of this print:
    In order to provide the highest quality artwork to our valued customers and patrons, this fine art print is printed by a professional printing company on heavyweight Archival Matte Paper using Epson Ultrachrome professional archival inks. We understand your art purchase is personal and our printing process ensures your treasured print will last for many years.
    Archival Matte paper features the following qualities:
    Acid free base to preserve fine art and photos
    Neutral white surface for excellent color reproduction
    260 g, 9.5 mil weight for durability
    Please contact us if you have any questions about any of our prints.