Lockheed F-16V Fighting Falcon

Slovak Air Force, no. 1001, Slovakia, 2024

Hobby Master 1:72 HA38048

Slovakia has purchased 14 F-16 Block 70/72 fighter jets from the U.S. to modernize its air force, replacing its aging MiG-29s. 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.

Lockheed F-16V Fighting Falcon

Designed 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. Called "Viper" by its pilots, the F-16 is considered one of the most successful aircraft designs of the Cold War, with 4,400+ aircraft built since 1976.

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.