Description
Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Die-cast Model
McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F-15E Strike Eagle – 92-0364, 494th FS, USAF, RAF Lakenheath, February 2019 (B-17 "Mi Amigo" 75th Anniversary)
1:72 Scale. Length: 10.5". Wingspan: 7.25"
Limited production of approximately 800 models worldwide
On February 22, 1944 a severely damaged B-17 “Mi Amigo” tried to land on a park in Sheffield but the pilot noticed children playing there so he crashed into a treed hillside killing all 10 of the crew. One of the children, Tony Foulds eventually related the story to the BBC and a 10 aircraft “Mi Amigo 75th Anniversary Flypast” took place on Friday February22 2019. Four F-15E Eagles from USAF 494th FS bore names of the 10 airmen and executed a missing man formation. One F-15E was 01-2004 c/n 1375/E236 built in 2001.
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 diecast metal and some plastic components.
This model of an F-15 Strike Eagle features:
Opening canopy
Detailed cockpit with removable crew figures
Realistic panel lines and antennas
Historically accurate printed graphics (no decals)
Removable weapons and external fuel tanks
Optional extended landing gear
Display stand
Box with opening front cover panel
Category: Hobby Master 1:72 Military Aircraft Models
Not suitable for children under the age of 14 years
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