EF-105F "Jinkin Josie" 63-8301, 355th TFW, 357th TFS, Thailand ,1968 (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 13.2 x 7.4 x 4.3 in.

Model History and Information: The two-seat F-105F was adapted into the Wild Weasel, sent ahead of strike packages to bait North Vietnamese radar-guided missile batteries into revealing themselves. Aircraft 63-8301 flew with the 357th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 355th Tactical Fighter Wing from Takhli in Thailand. On 19 April 1967 it carried Major Leo Thorsness and his electronic warfare officer, Captain Harold Johnson, leading Kingfish flight against defences near Hanoi. Thorsness knocked out a missile site, shot down a MiG-17 and then stayed over his downed wingman to cover the rescue attempt until his fuel ran critical. He received the Medal of Honor for that mission.

Model Features & Details:

• This highly detailed diecast airplane model is true to scale and contains functional parts designed for realism and display.
• The model is largely handcrafted and only premium materials are used, making the range one of the most valued military finished models by collectors.
• Highly detailed and authentic printings and finishing
• Highly refined and realistic panel lines
• Detailed cockpit with pilot figure
• Canopy can be displayed either in open or close positions
• Optional engine exhausts either in close or fully open positions
• Optional landing gears that allow model to be displayed either in landing mode or flying mode
• Weapons load included based on real plane reference
• Stand included for flying mode

Packaging: Full-color printed paper box with a flap-over cover. The model is packed and secured by clear blisters for easy viewing with an insert card at the back.