Description

"Ira Kepford" F4U-1D Corsair Framed Panoramic Print by Craig Tinder

This framed canvas Fine-Art Print autographed by Artist Craig Tinder depicts a highly detailed and technically accurate profile of the Corsair flown by legendary aviator Ira Kepford. Each print includes an actual, embedded relic from a WWII Corsair. 

Relic - Known 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.

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.

This fragment of wing stringer aluminum is from Corsair Construction Number 92095 and was removed during its restoration back to flying status. 

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This art piece is Trademarked Department of the Navy. Officially licensed by the U.S. Department of the Navy

This item is handmade by artist, Craig Tinder. Available to ship worldwide!

Print Size Details

Size:

  • Framed Canvas WITH RELIC - 36" x 12" (91.4 cm x 30.5 cm)

Each canvas print comes ready to hang with a solid, 2" black stained wood frame. Also included is an embedded propeller fragment from a Supermarine Spitfire mounted on a beautifully engraved metallic data plate, which outlines the details of the relic. As an added touch, each framed art piece includes a metallic Certificate of Authenticity for added provenance and collectibility.

Each Framed Panoramic Print is hand-crafted by Artist Craig Tinder using the highest quality materials and archival techniques. Each piece of artwork is created on-demand and typically takes 1-2 weeks for delivery. 

Disclaimer

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 organizations. 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.