Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA4556
McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle Diecast Model
USAF 57th ATG, 65th AGRS, #78-0494 Blue 09, Nellis AFB, NV, May 2013 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle | | 10.75" | | 7.25" |
Red Flag 12-2 took place from January 23, 2012 through February 3, 2012 and is a training exercise held at Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, Nevada. The host 65th Aggressor Squadron/57th Adversary Tactics Group supplied F-15 and F-16's as the Red Team Adversaries and the guest units were the Blue Team. One of the 65th AGRS aircraft was F-15C 78-0509 c/n 494 wearing the latest Digital Splinter Scheme. In 2014 the 65th AGRS was inactivated and 78-0509 went to the 122nd FS/159th FW Louisiana ANG minus the Digital Splinter Scheme.
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.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale F-15 is produced with a high metal content using state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques. The model features near seamless construction as seen on all Hobby Master products, and this is particularly evident with the tight-fitting conformal fuel tanks present on the F-15E variant. Separate open and closed canopy and speed brakes are included, yielding uncompromising detail that functional hinges would lack at this scale. Other fine features include a detailed cockpit interior, a variety of ordnance and drop tanks appropriate to the paint-scheme and landing gear that constructed as completed subassemblies for easy installation.
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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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