Save-On Model Airplanes

The 101st Fighter Squadron of the Navy became the first to be outfitted with the F-4J in 1966, and the Marines in 1967. It broke record after record, including top-speed, altitude, and time-to-climb. On September 11, 1972, The F-4J shot down a MiG-21 near Hanoi, in the Vietnam War. That was the only time a MiG was downed by a U.S.

When the Messerschmitt Bf109 first flew in 1936 it was, in many ways, the most advanced fighter aircraft in the world. The design was continually improved and the first E-models came into service at the start of WWII. The E-3, which this kit represents, was active during the invasion of France and the Battle of Britain.

All flaps and details are in exact locations according to the actual Harrier. Surface of craft has perfectly molded panel lines to give an authentic appearance. This kit contains parts for any of the single seat Harrier I aircraft. One-person cockpit with pilot included. Detailed instrument panel. Fuel tanks under fuselage.

Delicate details produced by slide mold Fuselage camera ports w/ clear parts relistically portray F-6D Reconnaissance aircraft Rear air outlet can be positioned open or closed Camera hatch on the fuselage can be assembled open or closed Propeller blades are moveable, rotate and accurately curved cross-section and true-to-scale thickness Transparent engine cowling comes w/ fine detail Engine cowing cover can be assembled open or closed Pilot's seat is upgraded w/ photo-etched parts Detailed wheels and landing gear Waterslide decals Illustrated assembly guide.

Accurately reproduced exterior including targeting & navigation pods. Accurately reproduced cockpit including Aces II ejection seats. Open or close clear canopy and air brake. Realistic pilot figures. Die cast metal nose gear strut and main gear struts. Highly detailed exhaust. Plenty of included armaments can be attached: GBU-28 ''Bunker Buster,'' AGM-130, JDAM guided bombs, and AIM-120 air-to-air missiles.

Operating variable geometry wing. Accurately detailed fuselage characteristics. Realistically detailed external stores including GBU-24 Paveway III, GBU-16 Paveway II, AIM-54 Phoenix, AIM-7 Sparrow, AIM-9L/M Sidewinder, Mk-82 Snakeye, AN/AAQ-14 LANTIRN targeting pod, fuel fuel tank. Detailed cockpit interior.

Developed as the main carrier based fighter for the U.S. Navy and making its first test flight in May 1958, the F-4 Phantom II would be the primary multi-purpose fighter aircraft of the free world for thirty years. First employed in the U.S. Navy and Marines, the F-4 Phantom II, which came to be used in the Air Force in the form of the F-4C variation, quickly earned the trust of its pilots.

Plastic pieces attached to sprues Accurately reproduced plane construction Detailed pictorial instructions guide you through assembly.

Period of Service: 1972 - present; served in Gulf War. Twin turbofan engine, twin tail, single seat attack aircraft. Highly detailed 1/48th scale plastic kit for static display. Markings included for 5 different aircraft. Appx. 150 parts in olive green and clear with fine recessed panel lines. Complete weapon load including: (6) AGM-65 Maverick, (1) GBU-8, (1).

Prototype Information: Manufacturer: Boeing Aircraft Company, USA. Name: B-17G Flying Fortress Service History: USAAF; 1941-45; Description: Heavily armed, 4-engine daylight heavy bomber Features: The B-17G was the last bomber version of the venerable Flying Fort and featured a new chin turret under the bomb aimer's position and improved fuel tank venting which increased the aircraft's survivability in combat.

Prototype Information: The Lockheed Lightning was one of the unique fighter aircraft of WWII featuring a twin engine, twin boom, design. The aircraft served in all major theatres of the war and proved deadly to its adversaries in the hands of a skilled pilot. The highest scoring US ace, Major Richard Bong scored 40 victories over Japanese aircraft in various types of P-38.