Print Scale 72-095 Decal Vought F-8 Crusader Scale 1:72 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 72-095 Waterslide Decals are designed for 1:72 scale aircraft models of the Vought F-8 Crusader, a supersonic carrier-based fighter widely used during the Cold War period. This decal set provides historically researched markings for Crusader aircraft operated by the United States Navy, foreign air arms, and French naval aviation.

The Vought F-8 Crusader served as a front-line fighter from the late 1950s through the 1970s and remained in secondary service roles for many years afterward. Aircraft included in this decal set represent a variety of operational environments, including US Navy carrier operations during the Vietnam War era, export service in Southeast Asia, and French naval aviation deployments.

The decals are printed on thin carrier film for accurate application on complex airframe surfaces such as the fuselage, wings, and vertical tail. The set is marked as universal and is compatible with any 1:72 scale Vought F-8 Crusader plastic model kit. Due to the variety of aircraft variants and detailed national and unit markings, this set is recommended for experienced modelers.

• Aircraft: Vought F-8 Crusader
• Variants covered: F-8C, F-8E, F-8E(FN), F-8H
• Scale: 1:72
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: Any / Universal
• Time period: Cold War (1946–1991)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 72-095

Included aircraft marking options

• F-8E (F8U-2NE), BuNo 150908, aircraft code 202/AH, VF-162, United States Navy, embarked on USS Oriskany (CVA-34), 1966.
• F-8C (F8U-2), BuNo 146961, aircraft code 103/AK, VF-111 Det.11, United States Navy, operated from USS Intrepid (CVS-11), 1968.
• F-8H, BuNo 148628, assigned to the 7th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 5th Fighter Wing, Philippine Air Force, Basa Air Base, Luzon, Philippines, with two-tone wraparound camouflage introduced in 1982.
• F-8E(FN), BuNo 151752, aircraft code 21, Flottille 14F, French Naval Aviation, embarked on aircraft carrier Foch (R-99), June 1967.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale range and belongs to the Decals and Waterslide Decals categories. It is intended for use with 1:72 scale aircraft model kits and complements projects within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Which F-8 Crusader variants are included in this decal set?

The set includes markings for F-8C, F-8E, F-8E(FN), and F-8H variants.

Do the markings represent both US and non-US operators?

Yes. The decal options include aircraft from the United States Navy, Philippine Air Force, and French Naval Aviation.

Are these decals suitable for any 1:72 F-8 Crusader kit?

The decals are marked as universal and are compatible with most 1:72 scale Vought F-8 Crusader plastic model kits.

What historical period do the markings cover?

The markings represent Cold War era service, primarily from the 1960s through the early 1980s.

Is this decal set suitable for beginner modelers?

Due to multiple marking options and detailed unit insignia, this set is recommended for advanced modelers.