Serial No |
A89-275 |
Type |
Lockheed SP-2H Neptune |
Role |
Maritime Patrol/ASW Aircraft |
Based at |
10 Squadron, Townsville, Queensland (circa 1975) |
Markings |
Dark Sea Blue (FS15042) and White. |
History |
This was one of a total of 24 Neptunes operated by the RAAF in the role of maritime patrol. After relocating to Edinburgh, S.A. the aircraft was re-painted Light gull grey and white and had the 10 Squadron 'Fish' logo painted on the fin. It resides today at the RAAF Museum Point Cook. |
Reference |
PD Decals decal sheet, Military Aircraft of Australia (Stewart Wilson), Australian Airpower (Volume 2) Maritime Patrol Aircraft, personal photos. |
Kit |
1/72 Revell-Lockheed P2V-7 (SP-2H) Neptune. Scratch built bomb bay. Decals from PD Decals |