Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA3502
McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet Diecast Model
CAF No.425 (Allouettes) Sqn, #188769, "No Fly Zone", Libya, Operation Mobile, 2011 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet | | 9.25" | | 6.25" |
In an effort to protect Libyan citizens that want to put an end to the autocrat Muammar Gaddafi rule and are being shot and killed by the Libyan Army a coalition of ATO countries have implemented a no-fly zone over the country. As part of the coalition Canada sent 6 of its CF-188 fighters to assist. One of the 6 CF-188 aircraft was 188769 c/n 0485/A400 that joined the Canadian Armed Forces on September 24, 1986 as the equivalent to an F-18A-20-MC.
Designed as a replacement for the A-4 Skyhawk and the A-7 Corsair II and as a complement to the F-14 Tomcat, the F/A-18 first flew on November 18, 1978. Perhaps best known as the aircraft of the US Navy's Blue Angels, this carrier-capable, supersonic, all-weather fighter has many roles, including fighter escort, fleet air defense and close air support. The F/A-18 is a versatile aircraft: it can operate from carriers or land bases and a single switch converts it from fighter to strike mode. During Operation Desert Storm, the F/A-18 proved that, on a single mission, one aircraft could serve as both fighter and a bomber. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale F/A-18 Hornet is a quality model with many fine features, skillfully designed and manufactured with modern techniques. The canopy can be removed for an unobstructed view of the cockpits pad-printed instrument panel and interior features. A separate canopy with a fixed actuator is included for display in the open position. The speed brake can be configured in the deployed position, and the landing gear and gear doors are constructed as subassemblies for quick and easy ground configuration. The series includes the single-seat F/A-18C and the two-seat F/A-18D. Each release is fitted with removable ordnance appropriate to its mission (see photos).
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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