Grumman F-14A Tomcat Fighter Aircraft “VF-31 Tomcatters” and Section L of USS Enterprise (CVN-65) Aircraft Carrier Display Deck “Legendary F-14 Tomcat” Series 1/200 Diecast Model by Forces of Valor

Name: Grumman F-14A Tomcat Fighter Aircraft "VF-31 Tomcatters" and Section L of USS Enterprise (CVN-65) Aircraft Carrier Display Deck "Legendary F-14 Tomcat" Series 1/200 Diecast Model by Forces of Valor
SKU: F977-WJ-831112
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SKU: F977-WJ-831112 Category: Aircrafts and War Planes

Brand new 1/200 scale diecast model of Grumman F-14A Tomcat Fighter Aircraft “VF-31 Tomcatters” and Section L of USS Enterprise (CVN-65) Aircraft Carrier Display Deck “Legendary F-14 Tomcat” Series die cast model by Forces of Valor.
Brand new box.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Has retractable wings.
Officially licensed product.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturer’s original unopened packaging.
Dimensions approximately Length- 4, Wingspan- 3 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
Includes section that connects with other models in the series to make a 1/200 scale replica of USS Enterprise (CVN-65) Aircraft Carrier Deck. Complete all 13 sections to build your own!
HISTORY ASPECTS:
The U.S. CVN-65 Enterprise, with its 4 inches Legend Section #L deck and F-14A BuNo.161280, was a formidable fighter aircraft that saw action in the 1983 Libyan conflict. The F-14A BuNo.161280 was flown by the VF-31 “Tomcatters” squadron and participated in operations against Libyan air defenses. The Enterprise played a critical role in the conflict by launching airstrikes against Libyan targets and providing air cover for U.S. Navy ships in the area.
In 1986, the Enterprise participated in Operation El Dorado Canyon, a series of air strikes on Libya in response to Libyan-sponsored terrorism. VF-31 “Tomcatters” provided air cover for the strike group and were involved in several engagements with Libyan fighter jets.
Throughout its service, the Enterprise was involved in numerous other operations and exercises, including Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX), Exercise Northern Edge, and RIMPAC.
VF-31 “Tomcatters” were also involved in other conflicts and operations, including Operation Desert Shield, Operation Desert Storm, Operation Southern Watch, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom.
The conflict in Libya was a key moment in the history of U.S. naval aviation, and the U.S. CVN-65 Enterprise played a vital role in securing victory. The Enterprise’s 4 inches Legend Section #L deck and F-14A BuNo.161280, as part of the VF-31 “Tomcatters” squadron, was at the forefront of this conflict and showcased the carrier’s unparalleled capabilities. The 1/200 scale model of the Enterprise and its F-14A BuNo.161280 is a must-have for any aviation enthusiast looking to commemorate this historic moment in U.S. military history.