1/72 WITTY Wings, WTW72029-01, EA-18G Growler, VAQ-141, “Shadowhawks”, CAG

Description: 1/72 Witty Wings No: WTW-72-029-01Boeing EA-18G “Growler”, Super Hornet US Navy AJ500, BuNo: 166928VAQ-141, “Shadowhawks” CAG, USS George H. W. Bush, 2010 (Extremely Rare & Highly Collectable) “Limited Edition…900 Pieces Worldwide” NEW: A brand-new, unused, unopened, diecast pre-built model. Scale: 1/72 Kit Number: WTW-72-029-01 “An optional display stand is available separately” Witty WIngs F/A-18 Series...In A Class of Its Own Witty’s 1:72 scale F/A-18 series includes the single-seat F/A-18C, the two-seat F/A-18D Hornet and the more modern single-seat F/A-18E, two-seat F/A-18F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler. Witty’s has taken steps to make this model one of the finest on the market, and two of this mold’s highlights are petite panel lines and a correct hydraulic actuator, which supports a canopy that is made of very clear, thin plastic. Other details include movable elevators, a deployable speed brake that can be held open with the hinged hydraulic actuator, detailed landing gear struts, doors and wells, and independently hinged stabilators and rudders that remain firmly in place when adjusted. Limited Edition, Only 900 Pieces WorldwideTrue 1/72 scale diecast metal construction with some plastic componentsRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface detailsPad printed markings and placards that won’t fade or peel like decalsInterchangeable extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheelsAuthentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placardsSelected moving parts such as canopies, control surfaces and swing-wingsDetailed, hand-painted pilot and crew member figuresLimited edition with numbered certificate of authenticityHighly collectable The EA-18G Growler is a variant in the F/A-18 family of aircraft that combines the proven F/A-18F Super Hornet platform with a sophisticated electronic warfare suite. Built to replace the EA-6B Prowler, the Growler is the first newly-designed electronic warfare aircraft produced in more than 35 years. The aircraft also retains all of the F/A-18E/F’s multi-mission capabilities with its validated design and the capability to perform a wide range of enemy defense suppression missions. The first Growler test aircraft went into production in October 2004 and made its first flight in August 2006. The extensive commonality between the F/A-18E/F and the EA-18G Growler, as well as its flexible platform, gives the Growler much-needed room for future upgrades and growth. The first production aircraft was delivered June 3, 2008, to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129, the Growler Fleet Replacement Squadron, at Naval Air Station (NAS) Whidbey Island in Washington. Initial operational capability and full rate production followed in fall 2009. In 2010, three squadrons, VAQ-132, 141 and 138, transitioned from the Prowler to the Growler and were declared safe-for-flight. In the last fifteen years, the EA-18G Growler has spanned the globe in support of all major and rapid reaction action. The Growler’s first baptism of fire came with Operation Odyssey Dawn in Libya 2011. Five U.S. Navy Expeditionary VAQ squadrons uniquely support U.S. Air Force and Navy shore-based operations. All EA-18G squadrons are stationed at NAS Whidbey Island, with the exception of one squadron (VAQ-141) attached to CVW-5, Forward Deployed Naval Force, based at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. US Navy Electronic Attack Squadron 141 (VAQ-141) “Shadowhawks” US Navy Electronic Attack Squadron 141 (VAQ-141) “Shadowhawks” was established at NAS Whidbey Island, WA in July 1987. The squadron began flying the EA-6B Prowler and deployed several times aboard various Nimitz class carriers taking part in Operations Southern Watch and Iraqi Freedom over Iraq and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. In February 2010, VAQ-141 parked their EA-6Bs for the last time and became the second operation squadron to transition to the EA-18G Growler. Specifications for the Boeing EA-18G “Growler”, Super Hornet Role - Airborne Electronic Attack Manufactured – 2004 to Present Total Aircraft Manufactured – 172 total number built (160 operated by the U.S. Navy and 12 operated by Australia) Manufactured By – Boeing Defense, Space & Security Crew – (2) One Pilot and One Weapon Systems Officer (WSO) Dimensions Maximum Length - 60 ft. 1.25 in. (18.31 m) Height - 16 ft. 0 in. (4.88 m) Wingspan - 44 ft. 8.5 in. (13.62 m) Wing Area - 500 sq ft. (46.5 m2) Weights Empty - 32,081 lbs. (14,552 kg) Normal Takeoff - 47,000 lbs. (21,320 kg) (equipped as fighter) Maximum Takeoff - 66,000 lbs. (29,937 kg) Powerplant Engines - (2) F414-GE-400 afterburning turbofan engines Military Thrust Per Engine - 13,000 lbf (57.8 kN) Afterburner Thrust Per Engine - 22,000 lbf (97.9 kN) Performance Maximum Speed - 1,030 kn (1,190 mph, 1,915 km/h) at 40,000 ft (12,190 m) Mach - 1.8 + Landing Speed - 150 mph (241.4 km/h) Service Ceiling - 50,000 ft (15,000 m) at least Combat Range - 390 nmi (449 mi, 722 km) combat radius for interdiction with (4) 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) bombs and (2) AIM-9s Ferry Range - 1,800 nmi (2,070 mi, 3,330 km) Armament Fixed - None Hardpoints - (6) under-wing and (3) under-fuselage with a capacity of 17,750 lb (8,050 kg) external fuel and ordnance Notes - The two wingtip missile launcher rails for AIM-9 Sidewinder, found on the E/F Super Hornet, have been replaced with AN/ALQ-218 detection pods, six removable under wing mounted hard points (inboard pylons will carry 480 gal (1,800 L) fuel tanks, mid-board pylons will carry AN/ALQ-99 High Band Jamming Pods, and outboard pylon reserved for AGM-88 HARM missiles), two multi-mode conformal fuselage stations (AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles), 1 centerline fuselage removable hardpoint, for AN/ALQ-99 Low Band Jamming Pod Weapons Employment - Currently, Phase I of the Growler will carry the AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles for self-protection at the two conformal fuselage stations and AGM-88 HARM missiles. The A/A-49A-2 gun system with the 20 mm M61A2 cannon has been removed and replaced by a pod of electronic boxes that control the AN/ALQ-218 and assist with coordinating AN/ALQ-99 jamming attacks. According to the possible weapon configurations which were revealed, EA-18G would also be capable of performing “time-sensitive” strike missions, carrying AGM-154 JSOW under wings, or multi-sensor reconnaissance missions with SHARP and AN/ASQ-228 ATFLIR on centerline and left conformal weapon stations, respectively. Avionics - Raytheon AN/APG-79 Active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, Northrop Grumman AN/ALQ-218 Tactical Jamming System Receiver, EDO Corporation AN/ALQ-99 Airborne Integrated Jamming System SHIPPING & HANDLING IN THE U.S. U.S. contiguous 48 States All items are shipped insured. INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS … All packages are shipped through Ebay’s Global Shipping Program. 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Price: 149.95 USD

Location: Chicago, Illinois

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