{"product_id":"free-shipping-lockheed-f-22a-raptor-usaf-325th-fw-43rd-fs-j-gunderson-tyndall-afb-sign-ed-hm-172-ha2833","title":"Lockheed F-22A Raptor \/ USAF 325th FW, 43rd FS, J. Gunderson, Tyndall AFB, Sign. Ed. \/ HM 1:72  HA2833","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLockheed F-22A Raptor\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eUSAF 325th FW, 43rd FS Hornets, #01-4203, Joshua 'Cabo' Gunderson, Tyndall AFB, FL\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:72  HA2833\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoshua Gunderson, call sign Cabo, is a US Air Force F-22 Raptor pilot best known as a former F-22 Demonstration Team pilot. Flying the F-22A, Cabo showcased the aircraft's extreme maneuverability, supercruise, and advanced flight control capabilities at major airshows across the United States. His routine emphasized high angle of attack maneuvers, rapid power changes, and tight energy management unique to fifth generation fighters. Gunderson's demonstrations highlighted both pilot skill and the Raptor's dominance in air superiority roles. As an experienced combat and instructor pilot, Cabo helped represent the F-22 program and the Air Force to the public while promoting airpower professionalism and precision flying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLimited Edition, each hand-signed by the pilot, Maj. Gunderson.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_JET_FTR_F022\"\u003eLockheed F-22A Raptor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meet a US Air Force requirement for an Advanced Tactical Fighter (ATF) to replace the F-15 Eagle, the F-22 was first flown on September 29th, 1990. The USAF's ATF program aimed to produce a fifth-generation air superiority fighter that would be better matched against emerging new aircraft such as the Su-27 Flanker. The F-22 uses stealth technology and can function in air superiority, ground attack, intelligence and electronic warfare roles. Despite its capabilities, the F-22 program was relatively short-lived; by 2010 its high cost coupled with the development of the F-35 (a more versatile and less expensive aircraft) led to a cessation of F-22 production funding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Master \"1:72 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":49731063414939,"sku":"HA2833","price":219.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/78156.jpg?v=1791919209","url":"https:\/\/passiondiecast.com\/products\/free-shipping-lockheed-f-22a-raptor-usaf-325th-fw-43rd-fs-j-gunderson-tyndall-afb-sign-ed-hm-172-ha2833","provider":"Passion Diecast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}