British Aerospace Sea Harrier FA2 Aircraft with Sea Eagle Missiles "ZH796" (2018) British Royal Navy "Air Power Series" 1/72 Diecast Model by Hobby
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of British Aerospace Sea Harrier FA.2 Aircraft with Sea Eagle Missiles "ZH796" (2018) British Royal Navy "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes pilot figure. Has opening canopy. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Detachable ordnance loads. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 7.75 Wingspan- 4.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS:The Sea Harrier FA.2 ZH796 one of the last operational aircraft of its kind represented the pinnacle of the British Fleet Air Arm’s capabilities before being retired. This variant an upgrade of the original Sea Harrier featured improved avionics enhanced radar systems and the capacity to carry a more advanced suite of weapons including the Sea Eagle anti-ship missile. The Sea Harrier FA.2’s unique vertical/short take-off and landing (V/STOL) capabilities made it indispensable for operations aboard aircraft carriers especially when operating in confined spaces or from forward-deployed locations.In 2018 ZH796 continued to serve the Royal Navy as part of the ongoing operational fleet though it was nearing the end of its service life. The aircraft was primarily used for fleet defense and anti-ship operations patrolling key maritime routes and conducting readiness drills for potential combat scenarios. The Sea Eagle missiles mounted on ZH796 offered a potent capability for targeting enemy s