Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA3512
McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet Diecast Model
CAF No.4 Wing, #188719, CFB Cold Lake, Canada, Canadian Powered Flight Centennial 2009 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| McDonnell Douglas CF-18 Hornet | | 9.25" | | 6.25" |
In 2009 to mark the 100th anniversary of powered flight in Canada CF-18 188719 from the 4 Wing, Cold Lake, Alberta was given a special paint scheme. Unlike previous special schemes that only had the tails painted 719 received a complete make over and is referred to as the “Centennial Hornet”. The design incorporates many of the graphic features found on earlier Canadian Forces aircraft as well as markings representative of Canada. The blue and gold represents 85 years of the Canadian Air Force and 100 years of powered flight in Canada. The gold also represents the colors of the former Centennaires and Golden Hawks, the red and white striping is a stylized representation of the lightning bolts of the CF-101 Voodoo. On the vertical stabilizers just above the inscription 100 1909 - 2009 is a depiction of the “Silver Dart” that made the first powered flight in Canada in 1909. Also on the vertical stabilizers are colorful depictions of the Northern Lights with the single North Star at the top. On the actual aircraft just below the red and white markings as well as several other locations there are 100 printed names of people considered to have made noteworthy contributions to Canadian aviation. On the left engine cowling are the names of the people that paint crew, on the outside of the landing gear door are other names of people associated with this project as well as the CF-18 Demo Team logo. There are some signatures and company logos on the inside of the landing gear doors and other little markings for you to discover.
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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