Print Scale 72-347 Decal A-10 Thunderbolt ll Desert Storm Part 3 Scale 1:72 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 72-347 Waterslide Decals are intended for 1:72 scale aircraft models of the Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II used during Operation Desert Storm in the early 1990s. This decal set represents Part 3 of the Desert Storm series and focuses on US Air Force A-10 aircraft deployed to the Middle East.

The A-10 Thunderbolt II was extensively deployed during Operation Desert Storm, operating from forward bases and supporting coalition air operations. Aircraft featured a range of unit identifiers, tail codes, serial presentations, and nose art elements characteristic of the period.

This decal set allows accurate reproduction of Desert Storm–era A-10A aircraft in 1:72 scale. The decals are printed on thin carrier film for precise placement on the A-10’s distinctive airframe and include unit markings and identification elements. Due to the quantity of markings and aircraft size, this set is recommended for experienced modelers.

• Aircraft: Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II
• Variant / Family: A-10A Thunderbolt II
• Scale: 1:72
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United States Air Force
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 72-347

Included aircraft marking options

• A-10A (80-0208), 511th TFS, 10th TFW “Vultures”, tail code “AR”, deployed from RAF Alconbury to King Fahd International Airport, Saudi Arabia, 1991.
• A-10A (81-0947), A-10 Thunderbolt II, aircraft carrying individual nose art recorded during Desert Storm operations.
• A-10A (80-0157), A-10 Thunderbolt II, aircraft with period nose art markings recorded during Desert Storm.
• A-10A (79-0220), A-10 Thunderbolt II “Yankee Express”, Desert Storm deployment.
• A-10A (77-0205), A-10 Thunderbolt II, aircraft featuring distinctive period nose art.
• A-10A (76-0544), A-10 Thunderbolt II, aircraft carrying personal name markings recorded during Desert Storm.
• A-10A (76-0540), A-10 Thunderbolt II, aircraft with individual nose art identifiers.
• A-10A (77-0240), A-10 Thunderbolt II, aircraft with multiple personal name inscriptions.
• A-10A (78-0677), A-10 Thunderbolt II, aircraft featuring “Kiss of Death” style nose art typical of the period.
• A-10A (78-0681), A-10 Thunderbolt II, Desert Storm service markings.

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

FAQ

Which A-10 variant is represented in this decal set?

This decal set is designed for the A-10A Thunderbolt II variant.

What historical period do these markings represent?

The markings correspond to A-10 aircraft deployed during Operation Desert Storm in the early 1990s.

Are multiple unit and nose art styles included?

Yes. The set includes aircraft with different unit assignments and a variety of period nose art styles.

Are these decals compatible with all 1:72 A-10 kits?

Yes. The decals are marked as universal and can be applied to any compatible 1:72 scale A-10 Thunderbolt II plastic model kit.

Is this decal set suitable for beginner modelers?

This set is recommended for experienced and advanced modelers due to the number of marking options and the size of the aircraft.