Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA5143
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18E Super Hornet Diecast Model
USN VFA-136 Knighthawks, AB400, USS Harry S. Truman, 2024 | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas F/A-18E Super Hornet | | 10" | | 7.5" |
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VFA-136 "Knighthawks," a U.S. Navy strike fighter squadron, operates the F/A-18E Super Hornet, combining air-to-air and air-to-ground capabilities in a single platform. Known for their distinctive red-and-black tail markings, the Knighthawks are based at NAS Oceana and deploy aboard aircraft carriers, executing precision strike, close air support, and fleet air defense missions. The squadron emphasizes rigorous training, carrier qualifications, and integration with joint and allied forces, ensuring operational readiness. With a heritage of adaptability and excellence, VFA-136 continues to project naval air power worldwide, blending modern technology with a proud legacy of tactical innovation and combat proficiency. 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 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. 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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