McDonnell Douglas F-4E Phantom II Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "70290 5000th Phantom St Louis" (1978) United States Air Force "Air Power Series" 1/72 Diec
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of McDonnell Douglas F-4E Phantom II Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "70290 5000th Phantom St Louis" (1978) 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-4E Phantom 70290 famously known as the "5000th Phantom" was a significant milestone in the history of the McDonnell Douglas Phantom program. Delivered to the U.S. Air Force in March 1978 this particular F-4E marked the production of the 5000th Phantom aircraft a testament to the long-standing success and reliability of the Phantom family. The F-4E variant was an enhanced version of the F-4 Phantom II equipped with a newly designed nose to house the Hughes AN/APQ-120 radar and an improved avionics suite making it more effective in air-to-ground missions. The aircrafts introduction into the USAF was part of a broader modernization effort that aimed to enhance the versatility and combat effectiveness of the Phantom in the Cold War environment.During its operational career the F-4E Phantom 70290 saw extensive use in various conflicts though it did not see direct combat after its designation as the "5000th Phantom." Its service however helped maintain the Phantoms reputation a