McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "433rd TFS 8th TFW Ubon Thailand" (1966) United States Air Force "Air Power Series" 1/72 Di
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "433rd TFS 8th TFW Ubon Thailand" (1966) 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 F-4C Phantom II tail number 63-7677 served with the 433rd Tactical Fighter Squadron (TFS) of the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) based at Ubon Royal Thai Air Force Base in April 1966. By this time the Phantom had become the primary multi-role fighter for the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War known for its formidable performance in both air-to-air combat and precision strike missions. Stationed in Thailand 63-7677 participated in combat operations that supported the ongoing air campaign over North Vietnam as well as tactical strikes in Laos and South Vietnam.In April 1966 the 433rd TFS was involved in Operation Rolling Thunder a bombing campaign designed to target critical infrastructure in North Vietnam. F-4C 63-7677 took part in numerous high-risk sorties that included bombing runs over heavily defended targets as well as providing close air support for ground forces in South Vietnam. The Phantom’s advanced radar and weaponry made it a powerful platform for bot