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| Hobby Master 1:72 HA4563 F-15SG Strike Eagle - 142nd Sqn "Gryphon", Paya Lebar Air Base, RSAF, 2019 |
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| Scale: 1:72 |
Length: 10.75" |
Width: 7.25" |
Composition: Diecast |
SKU: HM-HA4563 |
Period: Modern |
**ONLY ONE LEFT! THIS ITEM IS NO LONGER IN PRODUCTION**
The 53rd FS began as the 53rd Pursuit Squadron. In 1952 the squadron began operating from Bitburg and in 1977 received their first F-15A/B with newer F-15C/D replacements arriving in 1980. On December 20, 1990 24 aircraft from the 53rd TFS deployed to the Gulf War until July 1, 1991. On January 27, 1991 53rd TFS F-15C 84-0027 flown by Captain Benjamin Powel shot down an Iraqi Mirage and a MiG-23. The 53rd returned to Bitburg and on October 1, 1991 was re-designated 53rd FS. The 53rd FS was deactivated in 1999.
Info: F-15SG Strike Eagle - 142nd Sqn "Gryphon", Paya Lebar Air Base, RSAF, 2019
