Lockheed Martin F-117A Nighthawk 53rd TEG 2004, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model

Highly detailed realistic Collectible Model Diecast & Plastic parts. Display Stand Included Measures 5” L x 4.75” Wingspan Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above. The Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk is an American single-seat, twin-engine stealth attack aircraft that was developed by Lockheed's secretive Skunk Works division and operated by the United States Air Force (USAF). The F-117 was based on the Have Blue technology demonstrator. The Nighthawk was the first operational aircraft to be designed around stealth technology.  It’s first flight was June 18th 1981.  Nighthawk became operation in October of1983 and was retired on April 22, 2008.  64 Nighthawks were built, 5 prototypes and 59 production. This highly detailed Hobby Master model represents an F-117 from the 53rd Test and Evaluation Group Detachment 1, 53rd  Wing based at Holloman AFB, New Mexico 2004. The detachment had the nickname “Dragon Test Team” and was responsible for maximizin