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WWII FG-1D Corsair Historical Plaque | Includes Authentic Corsair Relic – 8"x10" Display

From the Workshop of Artist Craig Tinder - Appreciate the art, learn the story, feel the history. 

This is a unique opportunity to own an actual relic of an FG-1D Corsair Scrappers VBF-80 that was acquired directly from the source and has NEVER been in collectors’ circulation. 

This 8” x 10” (20 x 25 cm) historical plaque combines this rare artifact, along with the story of the piece, and a beautifully detailed illustration created by artist Craig Tinder.

This is an actual relic from a WW2 FG-1D Corsair built by Goodyear - Aircraft No. 92095. This aircraft was assigned to the USS Boxer in 1945 with VBF-80 ”Scrappers”.

After WWII, Corsair 92095 was sold to the Salvadorian Air Force (FAS 220). In 1969, FAS 220 participated in the ”100-Hour Football War”. On the second day of the war, FAS 220 attacked a Honduran airfield, suffering a direct hit. The aircraft was retired in 1975 and was later sent back to the United States.

Own a piece of history and a part of the limited series of Historical Relic Plaques from the Workshop of Artist, Craig Tinder.

Each plaque includes:

  • piano black wood base with a removable kickstand—ready to hang or display upright
  • Metallic fine art by artist Craig Tinder
  • An authentic fragment recovered from an FG-1D Corsair (actual fragment varies - photo is of a representative sample and will vary slightly)
  • historical data plate detailing the artifact’s provenance
  • Certificate of Authenticity, signed by the artist

Supplies are extremely limited—once these sell out, they will not be restocked.

Note: Accessories shown in photos are not included. Includes wood plaque featuring artwork and historical relic only.

Known Relic History

This aluminum fragment, once part of the starboard wing of a Goodyear-built FG-1D Corsair, Aircraft No. 92095, tells a story of service spanning decades and two significant conflicts. The wing panel, removed during restoration in 2022, came from beneath the iconic American Star emblem and was provided to Aces In Action in order to complete a commission art piece to commemorate its historical journey.

About Corsair 92095

First taken into service by the United States Navy in April 1945, Corsair No. 92095 was assigned to Bombing Fighting Squadron 80 (VBF-80) aboard the USS Boxer (CV-21) during the final months of World War II. Known for its rugged design and powerful performance, the F4U Corsair played a pivotal role in both air-to-air combat and ground attack missions in the Pacific theater.Corsair panel underwing panel

Aces In Action: The Workshop of Artist Craig TinderBackside of panel

After the war, in 1957, the aircraft was transferred to the Salvadoran Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Salvadoreña) and redesignated FAS-220 as part of the U.S. Military Assistance Program. This Corsair saw combat once again during the 1969 Football War (also known as the Soccer War), a brief conflict between El Salvador and Honduras. On 14 July 1969, Salvadoran forces, including FAS-220, attacked Honduran airfields using a mix of aircraft, including P-51 Mustangs and C-47 Skytrains. The Corsair was involved in these operations and even sustained minor anti-aircraft fire damage to its port wing.

Following its military service, Corsair No. 92095 was placed on static display at the Evergreen Air Museum. In recent years, it has been undergoing restoration at Airpower Unlimited in Jerome, Idaho, to return the aircraft to flying status. This relic, preserved from the original airframe, serves as a testament to the Corsair’s enduring legacy, from the Pacific battles of WWII to its role in a 20th-century regional conflict.

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By purchasing from Aces In Action, you acknowledge that the product may vary slightly from the images on our website. We use authentic materials from military vehicles and relics, which may contain potentially hazardous substances. These items are not intended for ingestion, inhalation, or use by children. Aces In Action is an independent company, unaffiliated with or endorsed by any other organization. All names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only, in accordance with the Lanham Act. Their use does not imply any official endorsement.