F-5A "Hellenic Air Force" 69138, 343 DIS, 113 CW, Mikra AFB, 1996 (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 8.03 x 4.30 x 2.23 in.

Model History and Information: The Hellenic Air Force was the first European operator of the Freedom Fighter, receiving its initial F-5As in 1965 and eventually fielding a large mixed fleet of F-5A, F-5B and RF-5A aircraft that served until 2002. This single-seat F-5A flew with 343 Squadron, a day-interceptor unit that converted to the type in 1966. From 1974 the squadron was based at Mikra near Thessaloniki under the 113 Combat Wing, where it stood air-defense alert over northern Greece for much of the type's Hellenic career. Tasked primarily with day interception and secondarily with fighter-bomber duties, the F-5 remained a dependable Cold War guardian of Greek airspace. The named serial, unit, date and finish on this model identify the individual historical subject represented: F-5A "Hellenic Air Force" 69138, 343 DIS, 113 CW, Mikra AFB, 1996 (1:72 Scale).

Model Features & Details:

• 1:72 scale diecast aircraft display model
• Configuration and markings represented: F-5A "Hellenic Air Force" 69138, 343 DIS, 113 CW, Mikra AFB, 1996 (1:72 Scale)
• Diecast metal construction with plastic detail components
• Panel lines, antennas and surface details represented
• Pad-printed national, unit or aircraft markings
• Collector display subject

Packaging: Full-color printed Hobby Master retail box with internal protective packaging.