The F/A-18 took its first flight on November 18, 1978, and it had many roles, including fighter escort, fleet air defense and close air support. Featuring markings from the U.S. Navy, this 1/72 scale, Hobby Master, die cast model of the F/A-18F Super Hornet features a center-line weapons pod, three fuel tanks, underwing weapons, a well-equipped interior, realistic panel lines, access panels and surface details, landing gear, ordnance loads, a detailed underside, and a display stand. Measures 10" long with a 7½" wingspan. Shipping January 2021.
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