Blackburn Buccaneer Attack Aircraft

The Blackburn Buccaneer was developed in Britain as a naval low-level strike aircraft for the Royal Navy. Its design emphasized carrying a useful weapons load at high speed near the surface, where detection and interception were more difficult. After naval carrier changes, Buccaneers also served with the Royal Air Force, and South Africa operated an export version. Boundary-layer control helped the heavy aircraft operate at carrier approach speeds. During the 1991 Gulf War, RAF Buccaneers provided laser designation for precision attacks. This late service linked a design conceived for Cold War maritime strike with a very different land campaign. The type also served South Africa.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1946, Global War 1985, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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