Lockheed Martin F-16C Fighting Falcon Ukraine Air Force “What If”, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model

Air Power Series Highly detailed realistic collectible model Diecast & Plastic parts Pilot figure Pad applied markings Stand included Measures 8.25” L x 5.25” Wingspan Display model, recommended for adult hobbyists and collectors. The F-16 Fighting Falcon was produced by General Dynamics who became Lockheed who then merged with Martin Marietta to become Lockheed Martin. The F-16 entered service in January 1979 as a multi-role jet fighter that evolved into an all-weather multi-role aircraft capable of sustaining 9-g turns. The F-16 is relatively inexpensive to purchase and maintain so the U.S. and 25 other countries added it to their inventory. The Fighting Falcon is referred to by its pilots as the “Viper” and will remain in USAF service until 2025. Since the war in Ukraine has begun there have calls by Ukrainian Government to obtain F-16 aircraft from NATO members. These aircraft would allow the Ukrainian Air Force to take on Russian aircraft and give Ukraine the ability to d