F-35 lightning II USAF af08-0747 first in service (1: 144) Model is approximately 4 1/8 inches long with 2 7/8 inch wingspan. The f-35 variant a is a conventional take-off and landing (ctol) variant of Lockheed Martin's joint strike fighter program. The f-35 is a stealth multi-role fighter aircraft used by the US Air Force and Allied forces. It is the smallest, lightest version and is designed to replace both the F-16 fighting Falcon and A-1 Thunderbolt IIa in the USAF fleet. The f-35 is a fifth-generation fighter, combining advanced stealth capabilities with fighter aircraft speed and agility. The f-35 is armed with a variety of weapons and can carry an impressive 18, 000 pound payload on six external pylons and two internal bays.
july 2011 the 58th fighter Squadron of the 33Rd fighter wing at the f-35 integrated training Center, eglin AFB, fl received the first two f-35 planes.
the U.S. Air Force declared the f-35 basic combat ready in August 2016.
- Authentic F-35 Lightning II Model: A meticulously detailed 1:144 scale replica of the F-35A Lightning II, the conventional take-off and landing (CTOL) variant of Lockheed Martin's advanced Joint Strike Fighter, used by the U.S. Air Force and allied nations.
- Die-Cast Metal Construction: Constructed from durable die-cast metal with select plastic parts for added detail, this model is built for collectors who appreciate accuracy and craftsmanship.
- Fifth-Generation Stealth Fighter: Features realistic design elements that highlight the F-35’s cutting-edge stealth technology, fighter speed, and agility. Modeled after aircraft AF08-0747, the first F-35A delivered to the USAF in service.
- Compact and Display-Ready: Model measures approximately 4 1/8 inches long with a 2 7/8 inch wingspan, making it an excellent addition to any aviation collection or display shelf.
- Includes Display Stand: Comes with a custom plastic stand to display the aircraft in an in-flight pose, recommended for adult collectors and military aviation enthusiasts ages 14 and up.
- Authentic F-35 Lightning II Model: A meticulously detailed 1:144 scale replica of the F-35A Lightning II, the conventional take-off and landing (CTOL) variant of Lockheed Martin's advanced Joint Strike Fighter, used by the U.S. Air Force and allied nations.
- Die-Cast Metal Construction: Constructed from durable die-cast metal with select plastic parts for added detail, this model is built for collectors who appreciate accuracy and craftsmanship.
- Fifth-Generation Stealth Fighter: Features realistic design elements that highlight the F-35’s cutting-edge stealth technology, fighter speed, and agility. Modeled after aircraft AF08-0747, the first F-35A delivered to the USAF in service.
- Compact and Display-Ready: Model measures approximately 4 1/8 inches long with a 2 7/8 inch wingspan, making it an excellent addition to any aviation collection or display shelf.
- Includes Display Stand: Comes with a custom plastic stand to display the aircraft in an in-flight pose, recommended for adult collectors and military aviation enthusiasts ages 14 and up.
