Lockheed F-22A Raptor

USAF 3rd WG, 90th FS Pair-O-Dice, no. 09-4190, Elmendorf AFB, AK, Squadron 90th Anniversary, 2017

Hobby Master 1:72 HA2826

In 2017, the 90th Fighter Squadron "Pair-O-Dice," celebrated its 90th anniversary at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska. Tasked with air dominance, the squadron operates the F-22A Raptor in Arctic conditions and participates in joint exercises such as Red Flag-Alaska. The F-22's stealth, supercruise, and advanced sensors give the 90th FS unmatched air-to-air and precision strike capability. As part of Pacific Command's strategic posture, the unit ensures rapid response to regional threats, including increased Russian air activity near Alaska.

Lockheed F-22A Raptor

Designed 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.

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.