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Nimitz class airwing
Littorio
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Posted: Saturday, October 02, 2010 - 08:45 PM UTC
As a follow on from a previous question I have decided to go for the Trumpeter 1/350 Nimitz with WEM PE but after checking all my ref material I need some airwing help.

I would like to build the kit with an airwing containing both RA-5C and F-14A's, now did these two ever fly in the same airwing from a Nimitz class and if so any details?

Like I say my own ref came up empty but I did find a picture of USS America with both types on deck so here's hoping.
thathaway3
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Posted: Friday, November 19, 2010 - 06:20 AM UTC
I haven't been on the site in quite some time, so I apologize if you've already gotten the answer to your question. The good news is, the answer is yes, but only one deployment and only on CVN-68, the Nimitz herself.

Here's the info:



http://www.gonavy.jp/CVW8-AJ1977.html

Littorio
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Posted: Friday, November 19, 2010 - 11:18 PM UTC
Thanks Tom, just so happens I found that site a few days ago and CVW 8 it will be. Now to find the decals!
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