RF-101C 'Operation Sun Run' 60165, 363rd TRW, 27th Nov, 1957 (1:72 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 8.9 x 3.1 in.

Model History and Information: On 27 November 1957 the US Air Force used the RF-101C Voodoo to set three new transcontinental speed records in an exercise called Operation Sun Run. Flown by pilots of the 363rd Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, the supersonic reconnaissance jets dashed across the United States between Los Angeles and New York, some flying the route one way and others making the round trip, supported by a carefully planned series of aerial refuellings. One aircraft covered Los Angeles to New York in a little over three hours. The flights showed off the speed and range of the RF-101C, the definitive photo-reconnaissance version of the Voodoo. This model wears the markings of a Sun Run aircraft.

Model Features & Details:

• This highly detailed diecast model is fully licensed by Boeing Company.
• It is a true to scale model and contains functional parts designed for realism and display.
• The model is largely handcrafted and premium materials is used during production making this 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 cockpits with pilot figure
• Optional landing gears that allow model to be displayed either in landing mode or flying mode
• Optional open and closed canopies
• Weapons load represents true load out based on real plane reference
• Stand included for flying mode

Packaging: Full-color printed outer paper box with foam packaging inside for strong and sturdy protection of the model.