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Unimax Forces of Valor 85237 F-14A Tomcat Diecast Model USN VF-41 Black Aces, AJ101, USS Theodore Roosevelt, Gulf of Sidra, August 19th 1981 1:72 Scale     Length     Width Grumman F-14A Tomcat     10.25"     10.75" On the 19th of August, 1981, two VF-41 aircraft, flying a combat air patrol over the Gulf of Sidra, were intercepted then fired upon by two Libyan Su-22 Fitters. The F-14's were able to maneuver into firing positions and downed both Fitters. This incident marked the first time the F-14 had been used in air-to-air combat. 1981 was also the first year in which the Black Aces won the COMNAVAIRLANT Battle "E", signifying them as the most efficient squadron in the Atlantic Fleet. VF-41 was also to collect this award in 1985 and 1989. Flying legendary Tomcat fighters, the BLACK ACES Fighting Forty-One was awarded the 1999 RACM Clarence Wade McCluskey Award for the Best Attack Squadron. Unimax Forces of Valor The Unimax "Forces of Valor" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aicraft. Unimax "Forces of Valor" 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. Optional extended/retracted landing gear. Fixed display stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Detailed pilots and crew members. Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards. [See more Unimax Forces of Valor products] Grumman F-14A Tomcat Designed to replace the F4 Phantom II, the F14 was first flown on December 21st, 1970.[See more Grumman F-14A Tomcat products]