Harrier GR.9 ZD406, Royal Navy Strike Wing, RAF Station Cottesmore, 2009 (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 7.72 x 5.06 x 1.95 in.

Model History and Information: The Naval Strike Wing was the Fleet Air Arm's Harrier force, formed in March 2007 from the combined 800 and 801 Naval Air Squadrons operating as a single unit. Flying the second-generation Harrier GR7 and GR9 from RAF Cottesmore, it served as the Royal Navy component of Joint Force Harrier, the joint command that pooled Royal Air Force and naval Harriers for land and carrier operations. The wing embarked aboard Invincible-class carriers such as HMS Illustrious and HMS Ark Royal, and its personnel deployed to Afghanistan in the close air support role. By 2009 the force was at full strength, but Britain's Harrier fleet was withdrawn following the 2010 Strategic Defence and Security Review, ending the Naval Strike Wing's Harrier operations.

Model Features & Details:

• Detailed cockpit with pilot figure
• Canopy can be displayed either in open or close positions
• Movable engine exhausts
• 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.