F-16 Fighting Falcon 1/48 Building Block Model - Cobi (5892)
Features
- Contains over 370 pieces
- Built model is over 12" long
- Includes a pilot figure
- Deluxe stand with graphics
- Graphics are pad printed on the bricks
- Optional position landing gear with rolling wheels
- Canopy opens
The maiden voyage of the first F-16 Fighting Falcon took place on January 20, 1974, marking a significant milestone in modern aviation. Designed by General Dynamics, the F-16 was a revolutionary multirole fighter known for its agility and advanced avionics. The initial flight, piloted by experimental test pilot Phil Oestricher, demonstrated the aircraft's impressive performance capabilities, including its exceptional maneuverability and advanced fly-by-wire control system. This successful debut paved the way for the F-16 to become one of the most versatile and widely used fighters in the world, establishing a new standard in air combat and influencing future fighter design.
