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The F/A-18 Hornet Profile Drawings by George E. Bieda

Here's another of George's profile drawings, this time of an F/A-18 Hornet.  The one on the left is from the Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Team (1 - 6 are available).  On the right is a Hornet from VFA-131, "The Wildcats."  When ordering, you can select a particular squadron (Navy or Marine Corps) by using the pull down menu under "Squadron/Configuration."

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"Deck Departure" and the companion print "Last Launch"

The Latest Release from Robert Bailey

USS Nimitz is the lead ship in this class of nuclear powered aircraft carriers operated by the US Navy.  For over 30 years, NIMITZ has affectively projected American military power around the globe.  In this pair of exciting prints, taken from an original painting and drawing, Robert Bailey has captured the high activity level associated with aircraft launches from this majestic lady.  "Deck Departure" depicts the launch of LT COL "Hamster" Hobson's F/A 18 Hornet from NIMITZ's #3 cat, while "Last Launch" shows the aicrcraft of Carrier Air Wing  11 departing NIMITZ prior to her arrival at San Diego in late June 2008.  Both prints in this very limited edition are signed by the artist.  In addition, Deck Departure is co-signed by five high-echelon officers from USS Nimitz at the time the print was created.

     Captain Michael C. Manazir, Commanding Officer
     Captain Thomas M. Downing, Commander Air Group (CAG)
     Captain Bret Batchelder, Deputy Commander Air Group (DCAG)
     Commander Chris Bolt, Executive Officer
     Commander Chip Boogerd, Carrier Air Wing 11 Ops Officer

Your purchase will include one copy of "Deck Departure," (image area 17" X 27" including signature panel),  one copy of "Last Launch" (image area 20" X 16"), a bio card showing photos and biographies of the signatories, and a Certificate of Authenticity.  A great collectible for both ship and aircraft enthusiasts!

We had the foresight to get our order in early for this terrific duo, so we are pleased to be able to offer Artist's Proofs #1 and #2, from a total of only 15 available. Once these are gone, you will only find them on the secondary market, at higher prices.  So order early to be sure you get a set!

"Deck Departure" by Robert Bailey

and the companion print, "Last Launch"

"Stars and Stripes Forever" by Dru Blair

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Our country's national ensign forms the backdrop for this portrait of the potent and agile F/A 18 Super Hornet. A second critical look at the print will reveal another national symbol, a bald eagle, which the artist has cleverly included in the folds of the flag.

Strong Arm of Freedom

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Set against a beautiful sunset, the versatile F/A-18 Hornet is framed by the visage of America's national symbol.  In Strong Arm of Freedom, aviation artist Darryl Strader demonstrates his mastery of color with his striking but subtle treatment of two of America's freedom symbols.  The 22" x 30" print is signed by the artist.   Be sure to select your desired print options when ordering!

Storm Warning

August 1990 saw the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, claiming for themselves the "Nineteenth Province" of Greater Iraq.  As the allied coalition, led by the United States, pressed for Iraqi withdrawal, the troops, planes tanks and ships of the coalition gathered, first to defend Saudi Arabia from invasion, and then to forcibly expel the Iraqi forces from Kuwait and restore it's legitimate government.  After months of futile negotiations, allied forces prepared to strike.  STORM WARNING is a stunning depiction of the flight and deck crews aboard the USS Saratoga preparing F-14 Tomcats of V-103 (Sluggers) and F/A-18 Hornets (Sunliners) for the upcoming missions of January 16th, 1991, the evening before the launch of Operation Desert Storm.

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F/A-18C Hornet (On Deck)

Jim Stovall depicts this F/A-18C Hornet poised for launch on the steam catapult of a US aircraft carrier.  Click on the thumbnail for a larger view, then click your browser's BACK button to return here.  The word "sample" does not appear on the actual print, and is for copyright purposes only.

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