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S-3B "VS-21 decommissioning scheme" BuNo 160604, VS-21, USS Kitty Hawk 

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S-3B "VS-21 decommissioning scheme" BuNo 160604, VS-21, USS Kitty Hawk
Scale:
1:72		 Length:
9"		 Width:
11.5"		 Composition:
Diecast		 SKU:
HM-HA4909		 Period:
Modern/Post Vietnam

Historical Note:

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In 1974 the Lockheed S-3 Viking entered service with the USN as a twin-engine jet aircraft used for enemy submarine warfare. By the late 1990’s the role shifted to surface warfare providing the carrier battle group with long range surveillance capabilities and aerial refueling. The S-3 was in production from 1974 until 1978 with 186 (187) aircraft completed. Most airframes saw upgrades low pitch sound of the engines earned the S-3 the nickname “Hoover” after the vacuum cleaner.
After 60 years of unit history VS-21 “Red Tails” were decommissioned in February, 2005. Built in 1978 S-3A 160604 c/n 394A-1184 was the 184th of 187 Vikings built and was chosen to wear a special decommissioning paint scheme. The Commander of VS-21 provided photos and information as to what he wanted. A WWII era drawing of a woman was added to each side of the nose as well as modex 710. “NF” tail code was applied only to the starboard side and Bugs Bunny on the port side.

Info: Lockheed S-3B "VS-21 decommissioning scheme" BuNo 160604, VS-21, USS Kitty Hawk, January 2005

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  1. CVW-5 USS Kitty Hawk S-3 5 Star Review

    Posted by on 2nd Oct 2023

    I collect aircraft and ship models that were based in Atsugi/Yokosuka, Japan. Having spent many years there, I am very particular to detail and Hobby Master along with Century Wings are my go to brands. The level of detail is great and the overall quality of the model is superb. Highly recommended.