Dragon Models Dragon Wings 55606
Boeing E-3B Sentry Diecast Model
USAF 552nd ACW ACC, Tinker AFB, OK, 1997 |
| 1:400 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Boeing E-3B Sentry | | 4.5" | | 4.5" |
71-1407 was the first of two EC-137D AWACS prototypes, which first flew on 5th February 1972. Both prototypes were upgraded to E-3A operational standard and were part of the thirty four aircraft procured by the USAF, of which the first production E-3A flew on 31st October 1975 and first delivery was made in March 1977 to the 552nd AC&CW at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma. As the prototype aircraft, 71-1407 became the personal aircraft of the Wing Commander and received special markings accordingly.
Designed to meet a USAF requirement for an AWACS (Airborne Warning And Control System) aircraft, the E-3 was first flown on May 25th, 1976. The design uses the basic airframe of the commerical 707-320B and adds a 30 foot diameter rotating radar dome atop a pair of 11 foot tall struts. The radar system is capable of detecting and tracking low-flying targets at a range of 250 miles or mideium to high-altitude targets as far away as 400 miles. Onboard data-processing systems present Console operators with a wide range of information, enabling them to protect and guide friendly forces on the battlefield. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Dragon Models "Dragon Wings" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian aircraft.
Dragon Models "Dragon Wings" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Fuselage, wings and landing gear proportionally accurate compared to real airliners.
- Main wings to scale with authentic and detailed panel lines engraved.
- Engines based on airline specifications and accurate for each model.
- Authentic markings based on information supplied by each airline.
- Accurately reproduced livery, including registration number, cargo bay panels and other details.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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