Revell 1/48 F117A Nighthawk (04699)

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Detailed cockpit with instrument panel, detailed seat, forward FLIR system, detailed surfaces, separate ailerons, separate navigation lights, movable vertical tail surfaces, landing gear optionally extended or retracted, pilot figure, access ladder, detailed decals for 2 USAF versions

number of parts 71, length 416 mm, wingspan 277 mm

Glue and paints are required to assemble and complete the model (not included)

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The Lockheed F-117A is considered to be the first combat aircraft with stealth characteristics that make it well nigh invisible to radar. The F-117s tested in action are among the most outstanding and valuable USAF aircraft. When they were introduced in August 1982 the USAF entered the "Stealth Age". Subjected to the strictest secrecy for years, the veil was finally lifted in 1988. With its low-angle construction and radar-absorbent skin it is very difficult to detect. It operates primarily at night. Infra-red sensors and laser target illumination, enable it to guide 1000 kg bombs (GBU Paveway II or GBU-27) accurately onto the target. This was well and truly demonstrated by missions in the Gulf War (the F-117 destroyed 40 strategic targets) and in Kosovo. With the introduction of the F-22A, the F-117A was very quickly superseded. At the beginning of 2007 the remaining 50 machines were retired from active service and stowed away in air conditioned boxes