Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Lockheed F-16CM Fighting Falcon Fighter Aircraft "91-0379, Tiger Tiger 1, 79th Fighter Squadron, Shaw Air Force Base" (2023) United States Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Has opening canopy. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Detachable ordinance load. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 8.25, Wingspan- 5.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS: The General Dynamics F-16CM Fighting Falcon represents one of the most advanced combat-configured variants of the iconic multirole fighter. The “CM” designation reflects its specialization in the suppression and destruction of enemy air defenses (SEAD/DEAD) mission, equipped with modern avionics upgrades, advanced targeting pods, and compatibility with AGM-88 HARM and other precision-guided munitions. Over decades of operational service, the F-16CM has evolved into a highly capable platform able to conduct air superiority, precision strike, and electronic warfare missions in contested airspace. Aircraft 91-0379, marked as “Tiger Tiger 1,” served with the 79th Fighter Squadron at Shaw Air Force Base in 2023. The 79th FS, known as the “Tigers,” carries a proud combat heritage and distinctive tiger-themed squadron markings that symbolize aggressiveness and tactical excellence. Operating under the 20th Fighter Wing, the squadron maintains rapid deployment capability and regularly participates in large-scale exercises designed to simulate high-intensity modern warfare. The “Tiger Tiger 1” aircraft showcased both squadron pride and operational readiness, combining striking tail art with full combat capability. The F-16CM variant has been extensively used in real-world conflicts, including Operations Desert Storm, Allied Force, Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and later counter-ISIS campaigns. Aircraft from Shaw-based units have deployed repeatedly to the Middle East and other theaters in support of U.S. Central Command operations, flying SEAD missions, precision strike sorties, and defensive counter-air patrols. The platform’s ability to neutralize surface-to-air missile threats has made it a critical asset in enabling coalition air superiority. While the 2023 “Tiger Tiger 1” configuration primarily reflected contemporary operational readiness and training posture, it represents a lineage of combat-proven aircraft continuously refined through decades of modern warfare. This 1:72 scale model captures the bold tiger squadron markings of the 79th Fighter Squadron while honoring the battle-tested legacy of the SEAD-capable Fighting Falcon, making it a dynamic centerpiece for collectors of modern U.S. Air Force fighters.
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This product is sold brand new. A manufacturer warranty applies only when the manufacturer provides one for this item.
Return requests must be submitted within 14 days of delivery and approved by our RMA department before the item is shipped back. Non-defective returns may be subject to a minimum 25% restocking fee and return shipping charges. Unauthorized returns are not eligible for credit or refund. Read the full return policy.