GeminiJets Gemini Aces GAUSM10005
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C Hornet Diecast Model
USMC VMFA-312 Checkerboards, DR214, Gifu AB, Japan, 2024 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C Hornet | | 9.25" | | 6.25" |
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McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C Hornet, Bureau Number 165214, operated by the U.S. Marine Corps with VMFA-312 "Checkerboards" as DR214. The aircraft previously served with VMFA-115 "Silver Eagles" and retained elements of that unit's distinctive patriotic markings after transferring to VMFA-312. During VMFA-312's 2024 rotational deployment to MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, DR214 became particularly recognizable for its American flag-themed vertical tails. It appeared at the Gifu Air Base Air Festival on November 17, 2024 and participated in training from Japanese bases later that year. The aircraft represented one of the Marine Corps' veteran legacy Hornets during the service's continuing transition to the F-35. 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. The GeminiJets "Gemini Aces" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. GeminiJets "Gemini Aces" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with minimal use of plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Detailed cockpit interiors.
- Selected moveable control surfaces.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Metal presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Photo-etched, spinning metal propellers.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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