The Lockheed AT-33A Shooting Star carries the "A" for Attack in its designation for a reason. Far beyond a simple jet trainer, this version was the armed arm of combat instruction in the Brazilian Air Force. Robust and agile, the AT-33A allowed pilots to master not only the art of jet flying, but also ground attack tactics and armed reconnaissance, fundamental to the doctrine of the time. It was the aircraft that ensured the operational transition of hundreds of fighter pilots.

Under the strong sun of Fortaleza, the 1st/4th Aviation Group (Pacau) transformed the AT-33A into a regional icon. Operating from the Fortaleza Air Base (BAFZ), these aircraft patrolled the northeastern coast with a visual identity that became legendary: the "Lizard's Smile". This aggressive paint scheme on the nose of the aircraft was not just decoration; it was a warning that a vibrant unit was flying there, proud of its headquarters and ready to defend Brazilian airspace.

This illustration by Alexandre Guedes highlights the AT-33A with registration FAB 4364. The artwork preserves the memory of the aircraft in its classic 1960s/70s configuration: bare metal fuselage, characteristic wingtip tanks, and the tactical markings of the Pacau. The detailed panel lines and operational wear on the metal fuselage tell the story of a machine that served intensively until the end of its activities in 1975.

Finish that Enhances History:

Landscape Format (42 x 30 cm): The horizontal orientation was chosen to capture all the aerodynamic elegance of the jet, from the nose to the vertical stabilizer, filling your wall with imposing presence.

Realistic Metallic Effect: The 250g coated paper with a semi-gloss finish is the great differentiator. It interacts with ambient light to simulate the shine of the real aircraft's polished metal, without creating excessive reflections that hinder the visualization of the artwork.

Technical Signature: A meticulously designed side profile by Alexandre Guedes, respecting the original proportions and colors of the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).

Technical Specifications:

Artist: Alexandre Guedes

Aircraft: Lockheed AT-33A Shooting Star

Squadron: 1st/4th GAV "Pacau"

Size: 16" x 11,5" (Horizontal Format)

Paper: Premium Coated Paper, 250g

Finish: Semi-gloss (Ideal for silver aircraft)

Printing: High-definition laser

Note: Frame not included.