Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA35001
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18B Hornet Diecast Model
NASA, N867NA, Edwards AFB, CA, United States 250th Anniversary 2026 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F/A-18B Hornet | | 9.25" | | 6.25" |
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McDonnell Douglas F/A-18B Hornet was registered as N867NA with NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center at Edwards AFB, California, having served the U.S. Navy as Bureau Number 161947. A Lot 6 two-seater dating from around 1984, it flew with the Navy test squadron VX-23 at Patuxent River before transferring to NASA, whose Hornets have handled chase, photo and research-support duties since the mid-1980s, including work supporting the X-59 quiet supersonic demonstrator. For America's 250th anniversary it was repainted in a patriotic red, white and blue scheme and joined NASA's flyover of Washington, D.C., on 4 July 2026 alongside the similarly painted F-15D N885NA.
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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