Northrop F-5N Tiger II Aircraft "VMFT-401 Snipers MCAS Yuma AZ" United States Marine Corps "Air Power Series" 1/72 Diecast Model by Hobby Master
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Northrop F-5N Tiger II Aircraft "VMFT-401 Snipers MCAS Yuma AZ" United States Marine Corps "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. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 7.75 Wingspan- 4.5 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-5N Tiger II tail number 761572 was a key asset of the U.S. Marine Corps VMFT-401 "Snipers" in 2018 stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma Arizona. As a former fighter aircraft of the U.S. Air Force the F-5N was extensively refurbished and repurposed by the Marines for adversary training. The F-5Ns lightweight and agile design combined with its ability to simulate enemy threats made it a crucial tool for honing the combat skills of U.S. Navy and Marine Corps pilots. VMFT-401 the U.S. Marine Corps primary adversary squadron used the F-5N to replicate the tactics and capabilities of potential enemy aircraft providing realistic high-intensity training scenarios.In 2018 the F-5N played an instrumental role in supporting a variety of training missions primarily focused on air-to-air combat. It participated in joint exercises including air superiority operations and dogfights aimed at simulating the kind of complex high-risk engagements that U.S. pilots might encounter in a real conflict. Though the F-5N was not involved in direct combat in