Hobby Master 1:72 F-14A Tomcat USN Fist of the Fleet #104

Description: Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA5255 Grumman F-14A Tomcat Diecast Model USN Fist of the Fleet, #104Limited Edition 1:72 Scale Length WidthGrumman F-14A Tomcat 10.25" 10.75" In the movie, "Top Gun", Iceman and his RIO, Slider, are a formidable duo flying the F-14 Tomcat. Iceman, known for his cool precision, is Maverick's primary rival at the Navy's Fighter Weapons School. The F-14, is central to the film's intense dogfights. Iceman and Slider's teamwork in the F-14 highlights the aircraft's advanced capabilities. Despite their rivalry, Iceman and Maverick develop mutual respect, especially after they successfully engage enemy MiGs in the film's climactic battle, showcasing the F-14's role in their victory. Grumman F-14A Tomcat Designed to carry the formidable long range AIM-54 Phoenix missile, the Grumman F-14 Tomcat was first flown on December 21st, 1970. Made famous by the Hollywood film Top Gun, the F-14 replaced the F-4 Phantom II as the US Navy's primary maritime air superiority fighter. Its design includes a variable geometry wing that can sweep back for high speed supersonic intercepts and forward for improved positioning in air to air dogfights. Nicknamed "Bombcat," the F-14 spent much of its late career in an air-to-ground role, carrying the Low Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night (LANTIRN) system. Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors. Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear. Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards. Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads. Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.

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Location: Grass Valley, California

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