Herpa 1:72 Wings 580601
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet Diecast Model
RAAF No.77 Sqn, A21-39, RAAF Williamtown, Australia, Squadron 77th Anniversary 2019 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet | | 9.25" | | 6.25" |
In 2019, RAAF F/A-18A Hornet #A21-39 received this colorful paint scheme to commemorate No.77 Squadron's 77th anniversary. No. 77 Squadron is headquartered at RAAF Base Williamtown, New South Wales and equipped with McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet multi-role fighters. The squadron was formed at RAAF Station Pearce, Western Australia, in March 1942 and saw action in the South West Pacific theatre of World War II, operating Curtis P-40 Kittyhawks. Please note: An optional display stand is available separately if you wish to display this model "in-flight". 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. The Herpa "1:72 Wings" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft in 1:72 scale. Herpa "1:72 Wings" 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.
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