Hobby Master NASA General Dynamics F-16A Block 15 Viper Fighter - #816, Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards AFB, CA, 2006 (1:72 Scale)

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NASA General Dynamics F-16A Block 15 Viper Fighter - #816, Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards AFB, CA, 2006 (1:72 Scale)

Hobby Master NASA General Dynamics F-16A Block 15 Viper Fighter - #816, Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards AFB, CA, 2006

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Hobby Master HA3855 NASA General Dynamics F-16A Block 15 Viper Fighter - #816, Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards AFB, CA, 2006 (1:72 Scale) "First, I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the earth. No single space project in this period will be more impressive to mankind, or more important for the long-range exploration of space; and none will be so difficult or expensive to accomplish."
- Excerpted from President John F. Kennedy's speech delivered before a joint session of Congress, May 25th, 1961

Even at the ripe old age of 20, the F-16 Falcon remains a fast and potent favorite among fighter pilots, and one of the best fighters in its class. Designed originally as a no-frills, single-engine "hot rod", the addition of improved radar and weaponry have made the Falcon a super, lightweight jet. Used mainly as a bomber, the Fighting Falcon can also turn-and-burn with unbridled fury when provoked. It is also one of the first operational fly-by-wire aircraft; its flight controls being electronically operated and computer controlled. A 20mm cannon, Maverick missiles, and laser-guided bombs make the F-16 a potent multi-role fighter. However, it's light weight, speed and agility make it the choice of the US Air Force's Thunderbirds aerobatic team.

The F-16A (single seat) and F-16B (two seat) were initial production variants. These variants include the Block 1, 5, 10 and 20 versions. Block 15 was the first major change to the F-16 with larger horizontal stabilizers. It is the most numerous F-16 variant with 475 produced.

Pictured here is a gorgeous 1:72 scale diecast replica of a NASA General Dynamics F-16A Block 15 Viper fighter that was attached to the Dryden Flight Research Center during 2006. Sold Out!

Dimensions:
Wingspan: 7-inches
Length: 8-inches

Release Date: June 2015

Historical Account: "Chasers" - NASA research support aircraft are commonly called chase planes and fill the role of escort aircraft during research missions.

Chase pilots are in constant radio contact with research pilots and serve as an "extra set of eyes" to help maintain total flight safety during specific tests and maneuvers. They monitor certain events for the research pilot and are an important safety feature on all research missions.

Chase aircraft also are used as camera platforms for research missions that must be photographed or videotaped. Pictorial coverage - photos, motion pictures and videotape - is used extensively by aeronautical engineers to monitor and verify various aspects of the research project. (Courtesy: www.NASA.gov)