Boeing F-15EX Eagle II

USAF 53rd WG, 40th FTS, no.20-0002, Eglin AFB, FL, 2021

Hobby Master 1:72 HA4566

The first F-15EX, 20-0001 completed its maiden flight on February 2, 2021, was accepted by the USAF on March 10, 2021 and belongs with the 40 FTS (40th Flight Test Squadron) at Eglin AFB, Florida. April 20, 2021 saw the arrival of the second F-15EX Strike Eagle serial 20-0002 that belongs to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron, part of the 53rd Wing at Eglin AFB, Florida. The USAF hopes to purchase 76 F-15EXs over 5 years and eventually a total of 144 aircraft.

Boeing F-15EX Eagle II

Designed 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. The Air Force needed a fighter that could engage long range targets, a skill the F-4 did not possess. The F-15 has a pulse-Doppler radar system, which can track small high-speed targets up to 120 nautical miles away and can lock its missile onto targets up to 50 nautical miles away. With more than 100 aerial combat victories, the F-15 is said to be one of the most successful modern fighters. It is expected to remain in service until 2025.

The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.

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.