April 9, 2024
1/72 Diecast Metal F-14A Tomcat Fighter VF-41 "Black Aces" Libyan Shootdown
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While on deployment in the Mediterranean Sea on August 19, 1981, during a routine combat air patrol mission over the Gulf of Sidra , two Libyan Su-22 “Fitter” aircraft were shot down by Black Aces aircraft. The incident marked the first Navy air combat confrontation since the Vietnam War and the first ever for the F-14A Tomcat. It was the first time a variable wing geometry aircraft shot down another variable wing geometry aircraft.This big heavy US Navy F-14 fighter is in the livery of the famous Black Aces squadron VF-41 of the United States Navy.This model is the PROTOTYPE MOLD FOR CENTURY WINGS F-14 MODELS. Own what is basically a Century Wings F-14 for a fraction of the cost and all if not more of the detailing including excellent weathering. Model features opening canopies, detailed crew figures, moveable control surfaces and very detailed landing gear and weaponry. Tons of bombs missiles and stores that you can leave on or remove as needed. Landing gear comes in up/down option and model comes with a stand. The VF-41 squadron is very famous The model is beautiful and like new. #### THE MODELS BOX IS EXCELLENT. IF YOU WANT A BIG HEAVY DIECAST MODEL IN PERFECT CONDITION THEN PLEASE BID.###########From a smoke-free home to yours you can choose expedited shipping. No RESERVE I am not greedy but I know it won't go cheap. I am a
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