{"product_id":"free-shipping-mcdonnell-douglas-fa-18c-hornet-usmc-vmfa-232-red-devils-hobby-master-172-ha3588","title":"McDonnell Douglas F\/A-18C Hornet \/ USMC VMFA-232 Red Devils, \/ Hobby Master 1:72  HA3588","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMcDonnell Douglas F\/A-18C Hornet\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eUSMC VMFA-232 Red Devils, WT11, Nov. 2014\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:72  HA3588\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVMFA-232, known as the \"Red Devils,\" is a U.S. Marine Corps fighter attack squadron flying the F\/A-18 Hornet. Established in 1925, it is the Marine Corps' oldest active squadron. The unit has a distinguished combat history, participating in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and modern operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Based at MCAS Miramar, California, VMFA-232 is part of Marine Aircraft Group 11. The squadron is recognized for its distinctive red tail markings and aggressive combat readiness. As the Marine Corps transitions to the F-35, the Red Devils continue to play a key role in Marine aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flyingmule.com\/powersearch\/?Search=CAT_TYP_JET_FTR_F018\"\u003eMcDonnell Douglas F\/A-18C Hornet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned as a replacement for the A-4 Skyhawk and the A-7 Corsair II and as a complement to the F-14 Tomcat, the F\/A-18 first flew on November 18, 1978. Perhaps best known as the aircraft of the US Navy's Blue Angels, this carrier-capable, supersonic, all-weather fighter has many roles, including fighter escort, fleet air defense and close air support. The F\/A-18 is a versatile aircraft: it can operate from carriers or land bases and a single switch converts it from fighter to strike mode. During Operation Desert Storm, the F\/A-18 proved that, on a single mission, one aircraft could serve as both fighter and a bomber.\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":49050008912027,"sku":"HA3588","price":202.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/68149.jpg?v=1791914851","url":"https:\/\/passiondiecast.com\/products\/free-shipping-mcdonnell-douglas-fa-18c-hornet-usmc-vmfa-232-red-devils-hobby-master-172-ha3588","provider":"Passion Diecast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}