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*Hobby Master HA3516 1:72 F/A-18A VFC-12 "Fighting Omars"
The McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) F/A-18 Hornet is a supersonic twin engine all-weather
night fighter and attack aircraft. The F/A-18s first flew in November 1978 and the first production
flight on April 12, 1980. The first 380 aircraft were F/A-18As and in September 1987 production
switched to the F/A-18C. Variants A and C are single-seat aircraft while B and D are tandem-
seats. The Hornet can operate from either aircraft carriers or land bases with the capability of in
flight refueling. A total of 1,480 A-D variants were built.
VFC-12 Fighting Omars traded their A-4 Skyhawks in for F/A-18 Hornets in 1994. They primarily
tasked with providing adversary training for the USN and USMC units. VFC-12 is trading their
F/A18Cs for F/A-18A+s belonging to VFA 87. As they change the F/A-18A+ are going to receive a
splinter paint scheme that was developed by AD3 Darrall Taylor. The paint scheme is meant to
represent the scheme used on the Sukhoi SU-35. In 1992, the original Hughes AN/APG-65 radar
was replaced with the Hughes (now Raytheon) AN/APG-73. The “A” model Hornets that
upgraded to the AN/APG-73 are designated A+.
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Shipping, Returns + Local Pickup
Shipping, Returns + Local Pickup
At MTS, we strive to deliver you the lowest possible shipping cost while taking extra time to package your order to ensure a safe delivery. Each item is inspected carefully before shipping and delicately packaged to avoid any damage during the shipping process.
The shipping cost for your order is based on the item's size, weight, shipping method and delivery address. Your shipping cost will be calculated based on the current shipping rates.
MTS is committed to shipping out all orders within 2 business days. Delivery time will vary based on your location.
All Pre-Orders will be shipped out within 2 business days of MTS receiving the item. The shipping cost will be calculated based on the current rates at the time of shipment.
International Orders Notice:
Please note: Shipping costs do not include any applicable foreign taxes, tariffs, or customs charges. These fees will be calculated and charged directly to the customer by the country's tax authority upon delivery.
Please exercise caution when removing your items from the packaging. Diecast models are very delicate. Propellers, antennas, and canopies will break easily if not handled with care. MTS inspects all items for damage prior to shipment. If you receive a damaged item, please contact MTS within 7 days of the shipping date at 937-320-1428 or email info@mtsaviationmodels.com, we will determine if a claim needs to be filed with the shipping company.
If you would like to return or exchange an undamaged item, please contact MTS within 14 days of the shipping date at 937-320-1428 or email info@mtsaviationmodels.com to start the return process. Once your item is returned to us, it will be inspected to ensure it is returned to us in a salable condition in the complete original packaging. You will receive a full refund for the item purchased but the original shipping charges are non-refundable.
Local Pickup is available Monday thru Saturday 11am-4:30pm. All orders placed by 1pm will be available for same day pickup. An email will be sent to you when your order is ready for pickup. If you prefer to meet us curbside, please call MTS at 937-320-1428 upon your arrival to the shop.
