
Academy Aircraft 1/48 MiG21MF Soviet Air Force & Export Supersonic Jet Fighter Kit
The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 is a supersonic jet fighter aircraft, designed by the Mikoyan-Gurevich Design Bureau in the Soviet Union. It was popularly nicknamed "Balalaika", from the aircraft's planform-view resemblance to the Russian stringed musical instrument (English: pencil) by pilots due to the shape of its fuselage. Approximately 60 countries over four continents have flown the MiG-21, and it still serves many nations six decades after its maiden flight. Features: Decal variations; includes 5 marking options Supersonic fighter developed by Soviet Air Force Accurately detailed panel lines & rivets Precisely engraved cockpit & landing gear Various air-to surface and air-to-air weapons included Cartograf decals Markings for: MiG-21SM Soviet Air Force "Red 23", Invasion of Czechoslovakia, 1968 MiG-21bis Indian Air Force "C2788", 24 Sqn "Hunting Hawks" MiG-21bis Hungarian Air Force "Red 1904", Sky Hussars display team "Capeti", February 13, 1968 MiG-21MF Egyptian Air Force