McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle “Mig Killer” Operation Allied Force 1999, 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. Cesar Rodriguez (call sign RICO) joined the USAF in 1981 and served until 2006. In 1991 Rodriguez was assigned to the 33rd TFW/ 58th TFS and was flying F-15C 86-0169 during “Operation Desert Storm” when he downed an Iraqi Mi