{"title":"Specials 23","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"free-shipping-messerschmitt-bf-109e-luftwaffe-4jg-26-horst-perez-battle-of-britain-1940-hm-148-ha8730","title":"Messerschmitt Bf 109E \/ Luftwaffe 4\/JG 26, Horst Perez, Battle of Britain 1940 \/ HM 1:48 HA8730","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eLuftwaffe 4\/JG 26 Schlageter, White 4, Horst Perez, Battle of Britain 1940\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:48 HA8730\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorst Perez was a notable pilot during World War II, flying the Messerschmitt Bf 109E, one of the most iconic German fighter aircraft of the war. Perez, of German and Spanish descent, served as part of the Legion Condor, a volunteer unit made up of German pilots who supported Franco's Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War. After the conflict, Perez continued his service in the Luftwaffe during World War II, flying the Bf 109E in various roles, including combat operations in the early years of the war. His experience in the Bf 109E contributed to the aircraft's legacy in aviation history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_BF109\"\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109E\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet a Luftwaffe need for a single-seat fighter\/interceptor, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first flown on May 28th, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed canopy and retractable gear made the Bf 109 one of the first true modern fighters of WWII. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe, and was flown by Germany's top three aces, who claimed a total of 928 victories between them. Armed with two cannons and two machine guns, the Bf 109's design underwent constant revisions, which allowed it to remain competitive until the end of the war.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:48 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded metal construction with plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended \/ retracted interchangeable landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49050009632923,"sku":"HA8730","price":167.32,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/72351.jpg?v=1791914865"},{"product_id":"free-shipping-fairchild-a-10a-thunderbolt-ii-usaf-917th-tfw-47th-tfs-barksdale-afb-la-hm-172-ha1340","title":"Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II \/ USAF 917th TFW, 47th TFS, Barksdale AFB, LA,\/ HM 1:72  HA1340","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eUSAF 917th TFW, 47th TFS, no. 76-0552 Flipper, Barksdale AFB, LA, 1991\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:72  HA1340\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn an attempt to develop better camouflage for Desert Storm, the USAF tested two experimental paint schemes for the A-10 in 1991. 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It is designed for easy maintenance-many of its parts are interchangeable between the right and left side and it can operate from bases with limited facilities. 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Signed in 2018, the deal equips Slovakia with one of the most advanced F-16 variants, featuring modern avionics, the AN\/APG-83 AESA radar, and enhanced weapons systems. These jets offer high performance and interoperability with NATO forces, aligning Slovakia's defense capabilities with NATO standards. Deliveries began in 2023 and are set to complete by 2024, significantly boosting Slovakia's air defense and strengthening regional security within the NATO alliance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_JET_FTR_F016\"\u003eLockheed F-16D Fighting Falcon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by General Dynamics as a lightweight, daytime USAF air-combat fighter, the F-16 was first flown on January 20th, 1974. This single-engine, supersonic aircraft has, over the years, evolved into a multirole aircraft. It has a frameless bubble canopy-giving its pilot superior visibility-and it uses advanced aerodynamics. The F-16 was one of the first designs to use a relaxed static stability\/fly-by-wire system, which helps it pull 9-g maneuvers and achieve speeds of more than Mach 2. 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It features enhancements such as a redesigned forward fuselage tailored for USAF needs, a cockpit pressure monitor and warning system, and an ultra-high frequency antenna for satellite communications. EX3 arrived at Eglin Air Force Base on December 20, 2023, joining the 96th Test Wing for combined developmental and operational testing. This delivery marked a significant milestone in the F-15EX program, advancing the aircraft toward full operational capability. The USAF hopes to purchase 76 F-15EXs over 5 years and eventually a total of 144 aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes 16 AIM-120 AMRAAM Missiles and 2 AIM-9 Sidewinder Missiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_JET_FTR_F015\"\u003eMcDonnell Douglas F-15EX Eagle II\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet US Air Force requirements for an air superiority fighter to replace the F-4 Phantom, the F-15 Eagle first flew on July 27, 1972. Following reviews of proposals, the United States Air Force selected McDonnell Douglas's design in 1969 to meet the service's need for a dedicated air superiority fighter. 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Introduced in the early 1980s, it features three powerful engines, a seven-blade main rotor, and a distinctive tail rotor canted at 20 degrees for additional lift. Capable of lifting over 30,000 pounds, the CH-53E can carry vehicles, artillery, and troops internally or externally. It has served in multiple combat operations, including Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan. 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