Dassault Rafale B

Armée de l'Air, #113-IE, Libya, Operation Harmattan, 2011

With Scalp missiles

Hobby Master 1:72 HA9618

During Operation Harmattan in 2011, the French Air Force deployed the Rafale multirole fighter to enforce the UN-mandated no-fly zone over Libya. Rafales conducted air superiority, reconnaissance, and precision strike missions against Libyan government forces loyal to Muammar Gaddafi. Equipped with advanced sensors and precision-guided munitions, the Rafale excelled in targeting command centers, air defenses, and military vehicles, helping to degrade enemy capabilities. Its versatility and stealth allowed it to operate effectively alongside allied forces. Operation Harmattan marked the Rafale's combat debut, showcasing its modern avionics, agility, and multirole flexibility in a complex conflict environment.

Dassault Rafale B

Designed as a result of the ACX (Avion de Combat Experimentale) program prior to France's withdrawl from the EFA project, the Rafale was first flown on July 4th, 1986. The Rafale is multi-role fighter for the Franch Air Force and Navy, capable of handling missions from reconnaissance to air supremacy to nuclear deterrence. The Rafale built on Dassault's expertise with delta-winged fighter design, adding a forward canard to improve maneuverability and reduce approach speeds for carrier operations. The Rafale's advanced avionics and and limited stealth capabilities are expected to secure it as the primary combat aircraft for the French Air Force and Navy until at least 2040.

Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Molded metal construction with plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Inscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.
• opening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.
• Extended / retracted interchangeable landing gear.
• Display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.