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The F-15J Eagle is the Japan Air Self-Defense Force's main interceptor fighter.Japan's Air Self-Defense Force is the third country in the world to be equipped with the Eagle, following the United States Air Force and Israel. Having previously used the F-104J as an interceptor fighter, the JASDF investigated the FX as a successor to the F-104J. From among many candidates, the decision was made to adopt the F-15 on December 9, 1976, and the first aircraft arrived at Gifu Air Base on March 27, 1981. When first introduced, the JASDF's F-15J was essentially the equivalent of the U.S. Air Force's F-15C Block 26, with some modifications unique to the JASDF. The main modifications were the addition ofthe JASDF's own automatic warning and control system (Badge System) and a high-speed data device (J/ASW-10 Data Link System) that receives intercept control from E-2C early warning aircraft , as well as changing the antenna at the tip of the vertical tail to a mass-balanced system. The F-15J will play an active role in defending Japan's skies as the Japan Air Self-Defense Force's main fighter, alongside the upcoming FS-X. Features Fine raised panel lines Accurate outline and basic detail. Great kit for beginners!

Unassembled plastic model in 1/72 scale of Curtiss P-40 Warhawk WWII fighter aircraft N variant, the final production version. The P-40 series served on all fronts of World War II as the main fighter aircraft of not only the U.S. Army Air Corps but also the Allied forces. While not the most powerful, its mass-production, ease of handling, and durability made it effective in ground attack and anti-bomber combat. The P-40N was designed with a strict weight reduction and wasthe final mass-produced model, with a total of approximately 5,200 aircraft produced , the most of any P-40 in the series. These aircraft were sent to the British, Australian, New Zealand, and Canadian air forces, and were also provided to the Soviet Union. The P-40N-5-CU model was equipped with a new canopy that significantly improved rear visibility. Marking Options: 49th Fighter Group 7th Fighter Squadron Lt J.B. Paris, New Guinea 1944 80th Fighter Group 89rd Fighter Squadron India. Assam Valley, Naggaghuli Base 1944

The current Blue Impulse began on October 19, 1958, when three F-86Fs performed aerobatics at an air show held at Hamamatsu Kita Air Base . The Japan Air Self-Defense Force established the Air Mobility Research Team at the 1st Air Wing at Hamamatsu Air Base on April 16, 1960, and formed an aerobatic flying team using F-86F Sabers under the name of Tenryu. This F-86F team later changed its name to Blue Impulse, using the call sign Impulse Blue, and became known around the world by drawing the Olympic rings and EXPO '70 in the air. After this, the Blue Impulse team performed numerous aerobatics all over Japan, but in the 1982 season, they replaced their aging F-86F with the domestically produced jet trainer T-2.The speedy aerobatics performed by the T-2 captivated many fans. Having previously used the F-86F and T-2, the Blue Impulse team switched to the latest domestically produced jet trainer T-4 in the 1996 season, a model they continue to use to this day. The T-4, capable of aerial maneuvers on a par with the F-15, delivers a more advanced and exciting performance for the spectators. Hasegawa's sharp little T-4 kit with decals for marking the planes of the JASDF aerobatic team "Blue Impulse" in their 2002 team configuration. The blue areas of the scheme are provided as decals, and the plane is shot in white plastic, so you can make this look basically like the plane even without painting (though we definitely recommend painting it!).

The Kawasaki T-4 is a twin-engine jet trainer aircraft of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. The Japan Air Self-Defense Force was forced to select a new trainer to replace the aging T-33A and T-1. In fiscal year 1981, a budget for a new trainer was approved andthe MTX (New Medium Jet Trainer) project was launched. The JASDF uses the T-4 for intermediate training duties -- it's a sharp little plane that's also the mount of Japan's aerobatic team, the "Blue Impulse." This is a sharp little kit, too, with fine engraved panel detail and decals for all the units that fly the T-4.

The A6M Zero Type 52 was a Japanese Navy fighter plane that served during World War II and the Pacific War. The Zero Type 21, feared by its enemies as a high-performance aircraft, began to lose speed and armament to the newer enemy fighters by the 1943s . The Type 52 was developed following the Type 32 and Type 22. To improve speed, the wings were shortened to 11 meters, the cowling (the engine cover) was redesigned , and a single thrust exhaust (an exhaust pipe that used the engine exhaust to generate some thrust) was added. This allowed the Zero Type 52 to reach a maximum speed of 590 km/h, 25 km faster than the Zero Type 22's maximum speed of 565 km/h. A total of approximately 6,000 Zero Type 52 aircraft were produced, and the planes served until Japan's defeat in the Pacific War. Hasegawa's A6M5 Zero kit with markings for 3 aircraft - one from the 653rd Flying Group flown by the Group Commander from the carrier Zuikaku (see box art), one from the 261st Flying Group and one from the 253rd Flying Group flown by W.O. T .Iwamoto.

The Bell AH-1S Cobra is an attack helicopter designed to support ground forces. The Cobra series was developed from the UH-1 Iroquois to escort the CH-47 Chinook transport helicopterduring the Vietnam War. This model features a Lycoming T53-L-703 turboshaft engine and a reinforced powertrain to accommodate the increased power output. The increased power output also allows for a larger armament load. The maximum armament load is eight TOW missiles, 38 rockets, and a triple 20mm nose-mounted cannon with 760 rounds of ammunition. The AH-1S is also licensed and deployed by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force as an anti-tank helicopter. Combined with OH-6 helicopters, anti-tank helicopter squadronsare formed in Hokkaido and other areas. Hasegawa's Cobra kit with markings for the Japanese Ground Self Defense Forces (shark mouth scheme -- see the beautiful Shigeo Koike box art). Engraved panel lines.

In the 1970s, several European nations began to formulate requirements for their next generation of multirole fighters based upon ongoing cold war needs and NATO support obligations. As early development begain in each of these countries, all recognized the risk and expense of such a development was more than any one country would be able to afford. As with the three-country alliance that created PANAVIA's Tornado, a new alliance was formed between the British, Germans, and Italians to create Eurofighter GmbH and its new design, the EF-2000 Typhoon. First flown in 1994, the Typhoon spend the next nine years working through development and test before entering service in 2003 with the RAF, Luftwaffe, Italian AF, and Spanish AF. The aircraft has also been exported to the Royal Saudi and Austrian Air Forces with other nations considering as well. The aircraft is a twin-engined delta-wing multi-role fighter with canards under the cockpit. The platform uses fly-by-wire technology to bring advanced high-angle-of-attack performance in aerial combat.  Features Nice ejection seat (needs seatbelts and harness) Nice cockpit and HUD Positionable canopy Positionable canards Intake trunks end in blank plate Positionable landing gear Positionable dorsal speed brake Optional pilot figure Optional display stand Markings Typhoon FGR.4, ZJ921, 3 Sqn (F), RAF Typhoon FGR.4, ZJ930, 17 Sqn (R), RAF Typhoon, 30+30, JG 74, Luftwaffe, Red Flag Alaska, 2012

This model kit of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force's F-86D Saberdog features illustrations by Katou Kakuro. Decals (markings) Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing 102nd Squadron "117" (Komaki Air Base) Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing 101st Squadron "148" (Komaki Air Base) Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing 105th Squadron aircraft "205" (Komaki Air Base) Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing 101st Squadron aircraft "105" (Komaki Air Base) Air Self-Defense Force 2nd Air Wing 103rd Squadron "157" (Chitose Air Base)

Hasegawa brings us a model kit of the Eurofighter Typhoon single-seat type at the time of its first visit to Japan! Decals are included to reproduce the special "Air Ambassador" paint at the time of the goodwill visit, featuring flags of many nations, of the Luftwaffe 74th Tactical Air Force Wing "Rapid Pacific 2022" aircraft 31+11 from 2022. Specifications Size: 22.1cm long, 15.3cm wingspan when completed Includes decals

This 1/72-scale model kit from Hasegawa reproduces the Type 96 Land Attack Aircraft deployed to the Miyazaki Air Group! Armaments include torpedoes, eight 60kg bombs, and two 250kg bombs. New decals are included for the Miyazaki Naval Air Group's aircraft Miya-302, and the Hsintake Naval Air Group's aircraft Shin-307.  Features The armament can be selected from torpedoes, 8 x 60 kg bombs, or 2 x 250 kg bombs. The package illustration is by Tankuro Kato. Specifications Size: 22.8cm long, 34.7cm wingspan when completed Decals (markings) Miyazaki Naval Air Group's aircraft "Miya-302" Hsinchu Naval Air Group's aircraft "Shin-307"

This aircraft was loaned to NASA in 1971 as a replacement for the YF-12A No. 3, which was lost in an accident; it was given the name YF-12C. Decals are included for the YF-12C (SR-71A) NASA aircraft numbered 06937 from 1971, as well as the SR-71A NASA aircraft numbered 844 with both the new and old logo. Markings YF-12C(SR-71A) - NASA Code: 06937 (61-7951) (64-17951) 1971 SR-71A - NASA Code: 844 (61-7980) (64-17980) New logo SR-71A - NASA Code: 844 (61-7980) (64-17980) Old logo Specifications Mold Color: Black Size: 47.2cm long when completed Includes: New decals

We will be recreating the Tomcat (VF-2 squadron leader's aircraft) that is coming to Japan for the first time! Decals (markings) US Navy USS Enterprise 2nd Fighter Squadron "Bounty Hunters" Squadron Leader "NK201" (Iruma Air Base: October 1976)