Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Die-cast Model

Lockheed Martin F-22A Raptor – 04-4065, 422nd TES, USAF, Nellis AFB, NV, November 2021, "Mirror Coating"

1:72 Scale.  Length: 10.25".  Wingspan: 7.5"


Limited production of approximately 1000 models worldwide

F-22A Raptor 04-4065 was delivered in 2006 and is the first of two aircraft belonging to the 422 Test and Evaluation Squadron that have been seen with a special mirror-like finish. The coating on the first aircraft appears to be comprised of larger mirror tiles than the second aircraft. The first sighting of No. 04-4065 took place on November 19 2021 at Nellis AFB, NV and the second 04-4070 on March 17, 2022. As to the purpose of this new covering, there is only speculation at this point.

The Lockheed Martin/ Boeing F-22 Raptor is a single seat, twin-engine fighter aircraft that uses stealth technology. It was designed as an air superiority fighter, but has additional capabilities which include ground attack, electronic warfare and signals intelligence roles. It is constructed using 39% titanium, 24% composite material, 16% aluminum and 1% thermoplastic by weight. All of these components contribute to the Raptor being a lightweight, extremely maneuverable extremely fast aircraft. The F-22 Raptor was first flown in September, 1997. The first production F-22 was delivered to Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, on January 14, 2003.


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