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Israeli Defense Force General Dynamics F-16C Barak Fighter - 101 Squadron, Norvenich Airbase, Germany, Exercise Blue Wings, 2020 (1:72 Scale)
Israeli Defense Force General Dynamics F-16C Barak Fighter - 101 Squadron, Norvenich Airbase, Germany, Exercise Blue Wings, 2020

Hobby Master Israeli Defense Force General Dynamics F-16C Barak Fighter - 101 Squadron, Norvenich Airbase, Germany, Exercise Blue Wings, 2020




 
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Hobby Master HA3809 Israeli Defense Force General Dynamics F-16C Barak Fighter - 101 Squadron, Norvenich Airbase, Germany, Exercise Blue Wings, 2020 (1:72 Scale) "In striking Iraq, Israel showed that a preventive strike can be made, something that was not in doubt. Israel's act and its consequences however, make clear that the likelihood of useful accomplishment is low. Israel's strike increased the determination of Arabs to produce nuclear weapons. Arab states that may attempt to do so will now be all the more secretive and circumspect. Israel's strike, far from foreclosing Iraq's nuclear future, gained her the support of some other Arab states in pursuing it. And despite Prime Minister Begin's vow to strike as often as need be, the risks in doing so would rise with each occasion."
- Kenneth Waltz, an American political scientist. discussing the Raid on Iraq's nuclear facility known as "Osirak"

The F-16I is a two-seat variant of the Block 52 developed for the Israeli Defense Force Air Force (IDF/AF). Israel issued a requirement in September 1997 and selected the F-16 in preference to the F-15I in July 1999. An initial "Peace Marble V" contract was signed on January 14th, 2000, with a follow on contract signed on December 19th, 2001, for a total procurement of 102 aircraft. The F-16I, which is called Sufa (Storm) by the IDF/AF, first flew on December 23rd, 2003, and deliveries to the IDF/AF began on February 19th, 2004. The F-16I has an estimated unit cost of approximately US$70 million (2006).

The F-16I's most notable difference from the standard Block 52 is that approximately 50% of the American avionics have been replaced by Israeli-developed avionics (such as the Israeli Aerial Towed Decoy replacing the ALE-50). The addition of Israeli-built autonomous aerial combat maneuvering instrumentation systems enables the training exercises to be conducted without dependence on ground instrumentation systems, and the helmet-mounted sight is also standard equipment. The helmet-mounted sight, head-up display (HUD), mission computer, presentation computer, and digital map display are made by Elbit Systems of Israel. Furthermore, the F-16I is able to employ Rafael's new Python 5 imaging infrared-guided high-agility air-to-air missile. The F-16I also has the Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI)-built removable conformal fuel tanks (CFT) added to extend its range; removal takes two hours. Key American-sourced systems include the F100-PW-229 turbofan engine, which offers commonality with the IDF/AF's F-15Is, and the APG-68(V)9 radar

Pictured here is a gorgeous 1:72 scale diecast replica of a IDF General Dynamics F-16C Barak fighter that was attached to the 101 Squadron, which took part in Exercise Blue Wings, a joint and symbolic exercise with the German Luftwaffe deployed to Norvenich Airbase, Germany, during 2020. Now in stock!

Dimensions:
Wingspan: 7-inches
Length: 8-inches

Release Date: September 2021

Historical Account: "Exercise Blue Wings" - On August 17th, 2020, the IAF deployed six F-16s "Barak" fighter jets from Hatzor to Norvenich Air Base, consisting of three single-seat F-16C of 101 "First Fighter" Squadron and three twin-seat F-16D of 105 "Scorpion" Squadron. The deployment was complemented by one Gulfstream G550 "Eitam" Airborne Early Warning (AEW) platform. Two Boeing 707 "Re'em" transport and air-air refueling jets supported the transfer flight from Israel, which took the formation via Italy and France to Germany, not counting all those additional C-130 Hercules transport flights that arrived at Norvenich the week before.

Features
  • Diecast construction
  • Accurate markings and insignia
  • Comes with interchangeable landing gear
  • Comes with full weapons loadout
  • Opening cockpit
  • Comes with seated pilot figure
  • Comes with display stand

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