RAAF F-35A Lightning II Die Cast Model 1:72 Scale

RAAF F-35A Lightning II A35-029 75 SQN RAAF Base Tindal

In August 1983 No. 75 Squadron became the first RAAF fighter squadron to be permanently based in the Northern Territory since World War II. In May 1988 the RAAF acquired 55 F/A-18As and 16 F/A-18Bs. RAAF 75 Squadron; based at Tindal was the last unit to fly the F/A- 18A. On December 4, 2021 the Hornet made its final flight and five days later the first F-35A was delivered. One of the F-35As received was A35-029 c/n AU-29 U.S. serial 18-5400. In June 2022 No. 75 Squadron celebrated its 80th Anniversary.

Width/Length: 14.6 x 21.6 cm

Features:

• - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
• - Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details.
• - Pad-printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
• - Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
• - Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
• - Presentation stands to display the aircraft "in-flight".
• - Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
• - Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.