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Aviator Pilot Homer Stockert Bust by Artist Lane Laffoon Indiana Hoosier Storied pilot Homer Stockert, born in Churubusco, Indiana, won air races in Fort Wayne in the 1920s, earning him legendary fame while only in his twenties. In 1933, he established the Stockert Flying Service at Bendix Field, South Bend, Indiana, an airport built by entrepreneur Vincent Bendix. After serving as a test pilot of the P-47 Thunderbolt fighter aircraft in Evansville, Indiana, during World War II, Stockert returned to Bendix Field to expand his flying service with his business-savvy wife, Dora. Stockert led a successful life of leadership in private aviation until his death in 1971. Lane Laffoon (1954 - 2020) was the Indiana artist that sculpted this piece. One of a kind as far as our research tells us. Dimensions are aprox 20 in tall X 12 in wide X 9 in deep. See pics for measurements See all pics for condition. Appears to be in fine condition. Dated and signed by artist 5-5-99. Made of polychrome plaster as seen in pic. Top Gun Movie Maverick starring Tom Cruise. Enjoy the bidding ! Fast shipping. We ship same or next day with USPS priority mail or FedEx. We are a small family business and we appreciate your purchase, Godspeed !