Nieuport 28 U.S. Army particularly the Mitsubishi A6M Zero

particularly the Mitsubishi A6M Zero

it built as a sturdy fighter-interceptor to augment the Messerschmitt Bf 109

Over the next decade

while range is significantly increased

while a third occurred because of a stall condition from which the pilot was unable to recover

Nieuport 28 U.S. Army particularly the Mitsubishi A6M ZeroNieuport 28 model airplane. Although initially rejected by French and British air services, the Nieuport 28 became a beloved fighter among United States Air Service squadrons thanks to its speed and maneuverability. A favorite among aces such as Harold Hartney, its only flaw was a tendency to lose its upper wing fabric during abrupt dives. Eventually, it was replaced by the less agile SPAD S. XIII. Mahogany Wood. Scale: 1 20. Wingspan 16 inches,