{"product_id":"boeing-f-15sa-saudi-advanced-eagle-fighter-aircraft-12-1002-usaf-test-markings-2018-saudi-royal-air-force-air-power-series-1-72-diecast-mode","title":"Boeing F-15SA (Saudi Advanced) Eagle Fighter Aircraft \"12-1002 USAF Test Markings\" (2018) Saudi Royal Air Force \"Air Power Series\" 1\/72 Diecast Mode","description":"\nBrand new 1\/72 scale diecast model of Boeing F-15SA (Saudi Advanced) Eagle Fighter Aircraft \"12-1002, USAF Test Markings\" (2018) Saudi Royal Air Force \"Air Power Series\" die cast model by Hobby Master.\nBrand new box.\nDetailed exterior.\nTrue-to-scale detail.\nIncludes pilot figure.\nHas opening canopy.\nIncludes display stand.\nOfficially licensed product.\nDetachable ordnance loads.\nManufacturer's original unopened packaging.\nDimensions approximately Length- 10.75, Wingspan- 7.25 inches.\nDiecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.\nIt 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.\nHISTORY ASPECTS:The F-15SA Advanced Eagle, tail number 12-1002, represents one of the most sophisticated evolutions of the legendary F-15 family. Developed for the Royal Saudi Air Force, the F-15SA underwent rigorous testing in the United States under USAF supervision, wearing distinctive \"Test Markings\" during its evaluation in 2018. Designed to incorporate cutting-edge technology, the F-15SA featured fly-by-wire controls, an advanced digital electronic warfare suite, AESA radar, and an expanded weapons capacity. Notably, it could carry up to 12 AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles along with three external fuel tanks, offering tremendous endurance and firepower for air superiority missions.While 12-1002 itself was a test aircraft and did not see combat, the systems and capabilities proven during its flights directly influenced operational F-15SAs deployed by Saudi Arabia. These aircraft have since been active in the Middle East, particularly in the Saudi-led intervention in Yemen. The platform’s combination of precision-guided munitions and unmatched air-to-air capability has allowed it to perform strike, interdiction, and defensive missions under harsh conditions, validating the results achieved during its extensive testing phase.The F-15SA program marked a new era for the Advanced Eagle series, blending combat-proven design with next-generation upgrades that ensured the platform's relevance into the 21st century. Aircraft like 12-1002 demonstrated the platform’s ability to dominate contested airspace and deliver overwhelming missile barrages when needed. As a critical component of Saudi Arabia’s modernization efforts, the lessons learned from test aircraft like 12-1002 directly contributed to strengthening regional security and shaping future F-15 variants.This stunning 1:72 scale model perfectly captures the formidable presence and technology of the Advanced Eagle, complete with a full loadout of 12 AIM-120 missiles and three fuel tanks. A must-have for modern jet enthusiasts and collectors, this replica showcases the sleek power of a fighter designed to define air superiority for decades to come.","brand":"Sales Shoppers LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42771069599807,"sku":null,"price":176.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/salesshoppers.com\/products\/boeing-f-15sa-saudi-advanced-eagle-fighter-aircraft-12-1002-usaf-test-markings-2018-saudi-royal-air-force-air-power-series-1-72-diecast-mode","provider":"Sales Shoppers LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}