Hobby Master 1:72  HA4325

Canadair Sabre Mk 5 / RCAF Skylancers, #23483, Canada, 1956

In 1956, the Royal Canadian Air Force Skylancers dazzled the public by flying the Canadair Sabre Mk. 5, showcasing the precision and skill of the RCAF. Trained in Europe during the Cold War, the team performed breathtaking aerobatics, symbolizing Canada's commitment to NATO. The Orenda-powered Sabre Mk. 5 is renowned for its exceptional speed and maneuverability, perfectly suited to the Skylancers' tight formations, loops and rolls. Adorned in striking livery, the Skylancers have captivated spectators across Europe, leaving a legacy of aerial excellence and teamwork. Their performances remain a proud chapter in Canadian aviation history, embodying the professionalism and innovation of the RCAF.

Canadair Sabre Mk 5 

Designed to meet a USAAF requirement for a day-fighter/escort fighter/dive-bomber, the F-86 was first flown on October 1st, 1947. The Sabre's swept-wing "flying tail" configuration and a hydraulic flight-control system were some of its many firsts in technology and design that have now become standard for jet-powered aircraft. Armed with six 50 caliber machine guns, the F-86 saw extensive action in the Korean War, where it was often pitted against the MiG-15. The Sabre pilot had to be in visual contact and within gun range of the enemy in order to attempt a shoot-down, thereby making this aircraft the last true "dogfighter" in Air Force inventory.

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.