F-15A Eagle Tiger Meet Die-Cast Model

Decorated with “Tiger Tails” for the 1981 NATO Tiger Meet

Arriving in Europe during February of 1977 for Operation Ready Eagle, this F-15A was registered 75-0053. Landing at Bitburg Air Base in Germany for training with the 36th TFW unit, Operation Ready Eagle was intended to familiarize crews with maintenance on the aircraft. Alongside 79 other F-15s, 75-0053 was one of the first few to arrive prior to assignment into the many 36th TFW squadrons. Formally assigned to the 53rd Tactical Fighter Squadron, this aircraft participated in the 1981 NATO Tiger Meet event which was also hosted from Bitburg Air Base. 

Features:

• Authentic paint scheme, engraved panel lines, printed decals, antennas, and surface details
• Deployed or retracted landing gear
• Attachable press-fit weaponry
• Display stand included
• Measures 10.75”l with a 7.25” wingspan at 1:72 scale
• Officially licensed

History and Specifications:
Developed in the 1970s as a response to the incoming Russian MiG-25, the McDonnell Douglas F-15 was intended to take hold of the skies in defense of the United States. With powerful engines, massive fuel capacity and deadly air-to-air capability, nothing would stand in the way of its superiority. By the time the MiG-25 was captured from a defected pilot in 1976, it was discovered that this menacing fighter was not as terrifying as it once appeared. It was heavy and cumbersome, with unreliable engines and poor turning performance. Racking up an impressive 104-0 combat record in 37 years of operation, the legendary Eagle is one of the greatest aircraft ever built.