{"product_id":"free-shipping-mcdonnell-douglas-fa-18c-hornet-usn-vfa-106-gladiators-retro-tac-demo-jet-2017-hm172-ha3590","title":"McDonnell Douglas F\/A-18C Hornet \/ USN VFA-106 Gladiators, Retro TAC Demo Jet, 2017 \/ HM1:72  HA3590","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMcDonnell Douglas F\/A-18C Hornet\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eUSN VFA-106 Gladiators, AD315 VFA-15 Retro TAC Demo Jet, Mars 2017\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHobby Master 1:72  HA3590\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2017, Strike Fighter Squadron 15 (VFA-15), \"Valions,\" unveiled a special retro TAC Demo jet to honor its heritage before the squadron's deactivation. The aircraft, an F\/A-18C Hornet, featured a nostalgic paint scheme inspired by earlier Navy markings, including a classic white and gray livery with bold squadron insignia. The jet flew in Tactical Demonstration (TAC Demo) performances, showcasing the Hornet's agility and VFA-15's proud legacy. As one of the final acts before being disestablished, the retro jet paid tribute to decades of carrier-based operations and symbolized the end of an era for the storied squadron\u003c\/span\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":49050540572827,"sku":"HA3590","price":199.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9214\/7611\/files\/68153.jpg?v=1791915613","url":"https:\/\/passiondiecast.com\/products\/free-shipping-mcdonnell-douglas-fa-18c-hornet-usn-vfa-106-gladiators-retro-tac-demo-jet-2017-hm172-ha3590","provider":"Passion Diecast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}