Cessna O-1E L-19 Bird Dog Israel 3D model

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The Cessna O-1E/L-19 Bird Dog was initially manufactured with dimensions similar to Max 13 model within 3% accuracy. It boasts a wealth of exterior detailing and moderate cabin detail. The model features animated propellers, control surfaces like ailerons, flaps, elevators, and rudder, while wheels are also animatable. Additionally, there's animateable landing gear retraction, flaps, landing gear doors, ailerons, elevators, and rudder. Available in several formats for diverse users, this model comes with numerous liveries. It is designed to be used in in-flight or airport ground animation, video or simulation purposes. Moreover, it can also serve to populate an airport scene. The Bird Dog was developed by Cessna following an order for a metal fixed-wing light aircraft from the United States Army for observation and liaison duties. It gained widespread use during the Vietnam War. Upon retirement, numerous O-1 and L-19 Bird Dogs were transferred to the Civil Air Patrol for search and rescue missions. However, after several accidents involving CAP Bird Dogs, they were sold to private owners. Today, most Bird Dogs are in the possession of private individuals, flying museums or serve as static displays at museums.