Panavia Tornado IDS

Luftwaffe WTD 61, 43+97, RAF Fairford, RIAT 2023

Hobby Master 1:72 HA6728

Wehrtechnische Dienststelle 61 (WTD 61) is the Luftwaffe's premier test and evaluation unit, based in Manching, Germany. The unit specializes in assessing new aircraft, systems, and technologies to ensure their readiness for operational use. WTD 61 works with a variety of platforms, including Tornados, Eurofighters, and former East German aircraft like the Su-22. At the 2023 Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), WTD 61 showcased the Tornado IDS, a multi-role aircraft designed for deep strike and reconnaissance missions.

Panavia Tornado IDS

Designed in collaboration with Britain, West Germany and Italy, the Tornado was first flown on August 14th, 1974 and is thought by many to be the most important military aircraft in Western European history. Nicknamed "The Flying Fin" because of its large tail fin, the Tornado has a variable wing sweep design and is capable of taking off and landing on short airstrips. It is equipped with terrain-following radar, which allows for hands-off, low-level flight in any weather. There are three primary versions: an electronic combat/reconnaissance version, an interceptor and a highly versatile strike fighter-bomber capable of carrying almost all of NATO's air-launched weapons.

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.