McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle Fighter Aircraft "4th FW 75th Anniversary Seymour Johnson AFB" (2018) United States Air Force "Air Power Series"
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of McDonnell Douglas F-15E Strike Eagle Fighter Aircraft "4th FW 75th Anniversary Seymour Johnson AFB" (2018) United States Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes pilot figure. Has opening canopy. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Detachable ordnance loads. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 10.75 Wingspan- 7.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS:The F-15E Strike Eagle is an all-weather multirole strike fighter derived from the F-15 Eagle. Celebrated for its range payload and versatility the F-15E has been a critical component of the U.S. Air Forces combat operations. In 2018 the 4th Fighter Wing (FW) at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base commemorated its 75th anniversary highlighting its storied history and contributions to U.S. air superiority. The anniversary was marked with special livery on some of its F-15E Strike Eagles celebrating decades of excellence and operational success.The 4th FW has a distinguished history that dates back to World War II where it was originally formed as the 4th Fighter Group. The units heritage includes flying Spitfires in the Royal Air Force Eagle Squadrons before the United States entered the war. Over the years the 4th FW has participated in numerous conflicts including the Korean War Vietnam War and Gulf War. With the introduction of the F-15E Strike Eagle in the late 1980s th