Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Diecast Model

Lockheed Martin F-16C Fighting Falcon – 86-0295, 18th AGRS, 354th Wing, USAF, Eielson AFB, Alaska, 2018

1:72 Scale.  Length: 8.25".  Wingspan: 5.5"


Limited production of approximately 700 models

In 1942 – 1943 the 18th Pursuit Squadron (Interceptor) took part in the Aleutian Campaign and remained in Alaska as part of the defense force until 1946 when it was inactivated. In 1952 the squadron was re-activated and served at various locations until 1982 when they called Eielson AFB, AK home. After several designation changes they became the 18th Aggressor Squadron on August 24, 2007. In 2017 F-16C #86-0295, (c/n 5C-401), was painted in a green and brown BDU (Battle Dress Uniform) scheme and wore it throughout 2018.

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a single-engine fighter aircraft built by General Dynamics, that later became Lockheed Martin. Originally designed as an air superiority day fighter, it evolved into a successful all-weather multi-role aircraft that can perform various kinds of missions. First flown on January 20, 1974, the F-16 entered operational service with the USAF in January of 1979. It has an internal M61 Vulcan 20mm cannon and multiple locations for mounting missiles, bombs and other mission equipment. Although it is no longer being purchased by the USAF, improved versions of the F-16 are still being produced for export customers. Over 4,500 F-16s have been built for the U.S. Air Force and the air forces of twenty-five other nations.


Hobby Master is a manufacturer of high quality, pre-built, diecast models. Each model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft or vehicle. They are made with die-cast metal and some plastic components.

This model of an F-16 Fighting Falcon features: