McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle Fighter Aircraft "5th Fighter Interceptor Squadron" United States Air Force 1/150 Diecast Model Airplane by Postage Stam

Brand new 1/150 scale diecast airplane model of McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle Fighter Aircraft "5th Fighter Interceptor Squadron" United States Air Forcedie cast model by Postage Stamp.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Comes with a display stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-5.375 Wingspan-3.875 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.
HISTORY ASPECTS:The F-15 is an American twin-engine all-weather air superiority tactical fighter designed to gain and maintain superiority in aerial combat. Designed by McDonnel Douglas (now Boeing) as a replacement for the F-4E Phantom the first flight occurred on July 27 1972 at Edwards AFB CA with the F-15 entering service in 1976. With its superior maneuverability acceleration range weapons and advanced avionics it is among the most successful model fighters with over 100 victories and no losses in aerial combat.The 5th Fighter Interceptor Squadron was based out of Minot AFB ND flying F-15s from 1984 to 1988. Its mission is to maintain interceptors and crews in a maximum state of readiness. They were inactivated in July 1988 and was reactivated as the 5th Flying Training Squadron based out of Vance AFB OK in January 1990.This aircraft was allocated to the Imperial War Museum in Duxford UK on loan from the United States Air Force Museum.

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Feb 3, 2024
€23.15

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