Dragon Models 1:72 Warbirds 50146
McDonnell Douglas F-15D Eagle Diecast Model
USAF 36th TFW Stingers, 22nd TFS, Spangdahlem AFB, Germany |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F-15D Eagle | | 10.75" | | 7.25" |
The 22nd Fighter Squadron was originally constituted as the 22nd Pursuit Squadron (Interceptor) on 22 December 1939. It activated on 1 February 1940 at Langley Field, VA, and was assigned to the 36th Pursuit (later, 36th Fighter) Group. It was redesignated as the 22nd Fighter Squadron, Jet Propelled, on 27 October 1947, upon the squadron's transition to the P(later F-)80; and as the 22nd Fighter Squadron, Jet, on 17 June 1948. The unit relocated to Furstenfeldbruck AB, Germany, on 13 August 1948 and was redesignated as the 22nd Fighter-Bomber Squadron on 20 January 1950. That same year, the squadron transitioned to the F-84. The 22nd then relocated to Bitburg AB, Germany, on 28 October 1952, where it remained until the base's closure, and was redesigntated as the 22nd Fighter-Day Squadron on 9 August 1954. Having converted in 1956 to the F-100, the 22nd was reassigned to the 36th Fighter-Day (later, 36th Tactical Fighter, 36th Fighter) Wing, on 8 December of the following year. It was redesignated, on 8 July 1957, as the 22nd Tactical Fighter Squadron. The 22nd converted to the F-105 aircraft in 1961, to the F-4 in 1966, and to the F-15 in 1977. Redesignated as the 22nd Fighter Squadron on 1 October 1991, the squadron was reassigned to the 36th Operations Group, on 31 March 1992. Upon its reassignment to the 52nd Operations Group, on 1 April 1994, the 22nd FS relocated to Spangdahlem AFB, Germany. The squadron has been tasked with maintaining combat fighter proficiency in Europe since 1948.
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 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Dragon's F-15 series covers the early single and two-seat air-superiority fighter variants and the long-range ground attack "Strike Eagle", with conformal fuel tanks mounted along the engine intakes. The canopy can be configured for display in the open position revealing a detailed cockpit interior. The speed brake is also configurable for displayed in the deployed position. The thin cambered wings and twin vertical fins all feature hand paint strobe lights. The "dog-toothed" elevators rotate, and intricate exhaust and heat weathering detail surround the simulated titanium exhaust nozzles.
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The Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds Series" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircaft.
Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds 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.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Selected moveable control surfaces.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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