"JOLLY ROGERS" VFA-103 F/A-18F SUPER HORNET

"The Jolly Rogers" officially converted from Tomcats to F/A-18 Super Hornets in March 2005. This model showcases the stunning skull insignia, markings and colours of VFA-103, as well as all the other distinctive features of this remarkable aircraft.

Box Size: 10.2"x 10.2"x 3.1"
Tail: AA-103

Item Number:    DRW50169

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Main Features:
- 1/72 Authentic Scale
- Accurate F/A-18F mold approved by Boeing
- High Quality Diecast Metal
- Historically Accurate
- Removable Weapons
- Detailed Cockpits
- Opening Canopy
- Moving Wing Flaps
- Pre-assembled
- Display In Flight or In Landing Mode
- Dimensions: 10.05"L x 7.48"W x 2.67"H

About the VF-103 "Jolly Rogers":
One of the most well-known Navy fighter squadrons is the "Jolly Rogers" Fighter Squadron VF-103, based at Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia.

The famous skull-and-crossbones design has been with the squadron since its inception as VF-17 in 1943. The Jolly Rogers name and motif was handed down from the squadron's first aircraft, the F4U Corsair. Traditions run deep in naval aviation, so the name has been faithfully carried forward ever since.

About the F/A-18F Super Hornet:
The multi-mission F/A-18E/F "Super Hornet" strike fighter is an upgrade of the combat-proven night strike F/A-18C/D. The Super Hornet will provide the battle group commander with a platform that has range, endurance, and ordnance carriage capabilities comparable to the A-6 which have been retired.

The F/A-18E/F aircraft are 4.2 feet longer than earlier Hornets, have a 25% larger wing area, and carry 33% more internal fuel which will effectively increase mission range by 41% and endurance by 50%. The Super Hornet also incorporates two additional weapon stations. This allows for increased payload flexibility by mixing and matching air-to-air and/or air-to-ground ordnance. The aircraft can also carry the complete complement of "smart" weapons, including the newest joint weapons such as JDAM and JSOW.