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| | Code: GU-WA22054
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Price: $30.99
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McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle Diecast Model
USAF 58th FS Gorillas, Eglin AFB, FL| 1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle | | 3.75" | | 2.5" |
The 58th Fighter Squadron is one of two combat flying squadrons in the 33d Fighter Wing Operations Group, 33d Fighter Wing. The mission of the 58th Fighter Squadron is to prepare and maintain a 24 Primary Assigned Aircraft (PAA) combat-coded F-15C squadron for worldwide deployment and air combat operations. The squadron originally transitionned to the F-15 aircraft in 1979. The squadron plans and executes an annual flying hour program of 5,200 sorties to train and maintain the combat readiness of 32 pilots and 300 maintenance personnel for operational taskings in the world's most sophisticated air superiority aircraft. The squadron has more than 320 active-duty and civilian personnel and 27 F-15C/D aircraft assigned. The "Gorillas" maintain and manage $950 million in assets and has an annual budget of $11.5 million.
Designed for the US Air Force as an air-superiority fighter with superior acceleration, range and maneuverability, the F-15 first flew on July 27th, 1972. This aircraft has highly advanced weaponry and avionics design, including low wing loading and a high engine thrust-to-weight ratio, features that account for its maneuverability and talent for performing tight, high speed turns. The F-15's original design was so successful that more than a decade later it was re-envisioned as the F-15E Strike Eagle, an all-weather strike fighter. As one of the most successful military aircraft in aviation history, the F-15 is likely to remain in service until 2025.© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Gulliver "World Aircraft Collection" presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Gulliver "World Aircraft Collection" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Authentic markings and placard details.
- Permanently extended landing gear with non-rotating wheels.
- Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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