Tex Hill Signed P-40 Desktop Model 1/24 Scale WWII AVG Flying Tiger Ace (PSA)

"**Hand-Signed Executive Series 1/24 Scale P-40B Warhawk Model Airplane by WWII AVG American Fighter Ace David ""Tex"" Hill – Authenticated by PSA/DNA**

This finely crafted 1/24 scale P-40B Warhawk desktop model airplane from Executive Series is hand-signed by legendary WWII American Fighter Ace David ""Tex"" Hill. Signed on the wing in black sharpie, this wooden model is a meticulously detailed representation of the aircraft flown by Hill as a member of the famed American Volunteer Group (AVG) ""Flying Tigers."" Made in the Philippines by skilled craftsmen, this hand-carved and hand-painted model is a stunning collectible, showcasing remarkable accuracy and craftsmanship. Authenticated by PSA/DNA, this model comes with a PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity, ensuring its legitimacy and value.

**David ""Tex"" Hill**:

David ""Tex"" Hill was one of the most celebrated fighter aces of World War II, earning 18 1/4 confirmed aerial victories during his service with the American Volunteer Group (AVG), better known as the Flying Tigers. Hill began his military career as a U.S. Navy pilot, but he soon joined the AVG in China, flying P-40 Warhawks in defense of Chinese forces against the Japanese. The Flying Tigers became famous for their distinctive shark-faced aircraft and their daring combat tactics. Hill’s leadership and skill in the skies earned him the status of a triple ace, and he later served as a brigadier general in the U.S. Air Force.

Hill’s legacy as a fearless pilot and leader is marked by his extraordinary contributions to the Allied war effort in the Pacific. After the AVG disbanded, Hill continued his service as part of the U.S. Army Air Forces, where he flew missions in the China-Burma-India Theater and later in the Pacific. His accolades include the Distinguished Service Cross, Silver Star, and Distinguished Flying Cross, among other honors.

**Piece Overview**:

This Executive Series P-40B Warhawk desktop model is a beautifully crafted tribute to the aircraft flown by David ""Tex"" Hill during his time with the AVG Flying Tigers. The model, hand-carved and hand-painted with great attention to accuracy, reflects the iconic shark-faced design that made the P-40 Warhawk a symbol of defiance and courage during WWII. Hill’s signature on the wing adds a unique and personal connection to this historic aircraft.

Authenticated by PSA/DNA, this model comes with a PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity, ensuring its provenance and collectible significance. For collectors of aviation memorabilia, military history, and WWII artifacts, this signed model airplane by David ""Tex"" Hill is a must-have addition, honoring one of America’s greatest fighter aces and his role in defending freedom during the war."

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