Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA3506
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C Hornet Diecast Model
USN VFA-86 Sidewinders, NH400, MCAS Beaufort, NC, January 2011 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C Hornet | | 9.25" | | 6.25" |
VFA-86 Strike Fighter Squadron 86 can trace its roots back to Reserve Fighter Squadron 921 (VF-921). The VF-921 was called to active-duty on February 1, 1951 to service in the Korean War. In 1953 the squadron was re-designated VF-84. In April 1954 the squadron adopted their insignia and name “Sidewinders”. In July 1955 VF-84 was re-designated VA-86 when they began to fly the F7U-3M Cutlass. The squadron was again re-designated; VFA-86 on July 15, 1987 when they started to fly the F/A-18C Hornet. The “Sidewinders” were the first East Coast squadron to receive the C model. In June 2011 VFA-86 transferred from MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina to NAS Lemoore, California. Aircraft 165200 c/n 1353/C425 belonged to VFA-84 “Marauders” prior to coming to VFA-86 where it was the CAG aircraft. When VFA-86 left MCAS Beaufort the aircraft became the property of VFA-84 “Rampagers”.
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 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale F/A-18 Hornet is a quality model with many fine features, skillfully designed and manufactured with modern techniques. The canopy can be removed for an unobstructed view of the cockpits pad-printed instrument panel and interior features. A separate canopy with a fixed actuator is included for display in the open position. The speed brake can be configured in the deployed position, and the landing gear and gear doors are constructed as subassemblies for quick and easy ground configuration. The series includes the single-seat F/A-18C and the two-seat F/A-18D. Each release is fitted with removable ordnance appropriate to its mission (see photos).
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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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