McDonnell Douglas EF-4C Wild Weasel Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "64-0840 67th TFS Korat RTAFB Super Cocks Swiss Samilar" (1971) United States Air Force "
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of McDonnell Douglas EF-4C Wild Weasel Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "64-0840 67th TFS Korat RTAFB Super Cocks Swiss Samilar" (1971) United States Air Force "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- 10.25 Wingspan- 6.25 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 EF-4C Wild Weasel 64-0840 part of the 67th Tactical Fighter Squadron (TFS) was a key player in the intense air operations during the Vietnam War. This aircraft was one of the modified F-4C Phantoms specifically upgraded to perform the Wild Weasel mission which involved suppression of enemy air defenses (SEAD). The Wild Weasel role was critical in countering the increasingly sophisticated surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems deployed by North Vietnam such as the SA-2. The modifications to the EF-4C included advanced radar systems and electronic warfare equipment enabling it to locate and target enemy radar installations and SAM sites often at great risk to the crew.The EF-4C 64-0840 was stationed at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base (RTAFB) in Thailand a strategic hub for American air operations in Southeast Asia. From there it conducted numerous missions over North Vietnam Laos and Cambodia flying low and fast to avoid enemy radar while targeting SA