McDonnell Douglas F/A-18F Super Hornet Aircraft "VFA-103 Jolly Rogers USS Harry S Truman" (2016) United States Navy "Air Power Series" 1/72 Diecast
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of McDonnell Douglas F/A-18F Super Hornet Aircraft "VFA-103 Jolly Rogers USS Harry S. Truman" (2016) United States 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- 10 Wingspan- 7.5 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/A-18F Super Hornet tail number AG203/166613 is a twin-seat fighter aircraft assigned to VFA-103 also known as the "Jolly Rogers" a strike fighter squadron of the United States Navy. This particular Super Hornet was deployed in June 2016 representing the squadrons rich legacy as one of the Navys premier fighter units. The "Jolly Rogers" famed for their iconic skull-and-crossbones insignia were instrumental in the development of carrier-based fighter operations and continued their important role in the U.S. Navy’s air combat capability. The F/A-18F an advanced variant of the Hornet offers improved avionics enhanced survivability and the ability to carry out both strike and fighter missions.In June 2016 the F/A-18F Super Hornet AG203/166613 was part of the Navys ongoing operations in the Middle East conducting missions in support of Operation Inherent Resolve the U.S.-led campaign to defeat ISIS. The Super Hornet’s versatility was crucial during this deployment performin