Lockheed PV-1 Gun Ship Ventura

Artist Sataka

Original Gouache Painting

Size 28" x 20"

Media Gouache and tempura.

The PV-1 Ventura was a World War II aircraft primarily used as a patrol and bomber aircraft. It was not specifically designed or employed as a gunship. The PV-1 Ventura was equipped with a variety of offensive armament, including machine guns and cannons, for self-defense and attacking enemy targets. However, the term "gunship" typically refers to a dedicated aircraft designed for close air support and ground attack missions, often featuring heavy armament and specialized systems for that purpose.