McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle 44th Fighter Squadron “Vampire Bats” 2020, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model

Air Power Series Realistic collectible model Diecast & plastic parts. Pad printed markings. Pilot figure, full weapons compliment, display stand included. Measures 10.75” L x 7.25” Wingspan Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above. In 1967 the U.S. became aware of the Soviet MiG-25 Foxbat. This made it necessary to develop a new aircraft to counter the MiG-25. The USAF rejected the USN F-14 Tomcat and issued its own requirements. The solution came in the form of the McDonnell-Douglas (now Boeing) F-15 Eagle. The F-15A made its inaugural flight in July 1972 and in January 1976 the first Eagle entered service. The "E" entered service in 1989. The F-15 was the first dedicated USAF air superiority fighter since the F-86 Sabre. U.S. CENTCOM is the United States Central Command mission to deter and protect areas around the world that involve the U.S. national interests and those partners in the regions. Its AOR includes the Middle East, Egypt, Central