Hachette Collections Combat Aircraft HADC15
Mitsubishi F-15J Eagle Diecast Model
JASDF 201st Hikotai, #32-8943, Chitose AB, Japan, Squadron 60th Anniversary 2014 |
| 1:100 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Mitsubishi F-15J Eagle | | 7.75" | | 5.25" |
The JASDF (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) 201st Hikotai (Tactical Fighter Squadron) is part of the 2nd Air Wing at Chitose Air Base in Hokkaido Prefecture. The Japanese Constitution states that the country renounces war and JASDF fighter squadrons have never been deployed in combat overseas. One of the main activities of JASDF fighter squadrons is providing Quick Reaction Alert intercepts to Chinese and Russian aircraft nearing or violating Japanese airspace.
Designed to meet US Air Force requirements for an air superiority fighter to replace the F-4 Phantom, the F-15 Eagle first flew on July 27, 1972. Following reviews of proposals, the United States Air Force selected McDonnell Douglas's design in 1969 to meet the service's need for a dedicated air superiority fighter. Since entering service in 1976, it is among the most successful modern fighters, with over 100 victories and no losses in aerial combat, with the majority of the kills by the Israeli Air Force. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Hachette Collections "Combat Aircraft" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. To help keep the price down, these items arrive in low-cost, discardable blister type packaging.
Hachette Collections "Combat Aircraft" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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