YF-23 "Gray Ghost" PAV-2, AF ser.no.87-0801,1990 (with 3 xAIM-120,2 xAIM-9)
Features
- Model is approximately 10.25" long with a 7.25" wingspan
- Die cast metal construction with some plastic components
- Accurate markings and insignia
- Includes pilot figure
- Optional-position landing gear
- Detachable ordnance loads
- Opening canopy
- Display stand included
The YF-23 Black Widow II was a prototype stealth fighter developed by Northrop in the 1980s for the U.S. Air Force's Advanced Tactical Fighter program. Designed to rival the F-22 Raptor, the YF-23 featured a sleek, angular design optimized for stealth, with advanced composite materials and a minimal radar signature. Powered by twin Pratt & Whitney F119 engines, it was capable of supercruise, flying at supersonic speeds without afterburners. The aircraft had impressive maneuverability and range, along with cutting-edge avionics and radar systems. Despite its superior performance, the YF-23 was outperformed in the program's final selection by the F-22. Only two prototypes were built, and the YF-23 remains a fascinating example of cutting-edge stealth technology, with its sleek design earning it the nickname "Black Widow" for its sinister appearance.
