F-16D Fighting Falcon 85-157 Edwards AFB 2024 in 1:72 scale
This is the F-16D Fighting Falcon 85-157 Edwards AFB 2024 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The F‑16D Fighting Falcon serial 85‑157, operated at Edwards AFB in 2024 by the 416th Flight Test Squadron, exemplifies the enduring adaptability and test-bed role of the F‑16 platform. What makes this particular jet stand out is its active contribution to high-profile flight test programs—including its participation in the “Falcon Rejoin 50” celebration, marking 50 years since the YF‑16’s first flight—showcasing both its ongoing relevance and Edwards AFB’s pivotal role in F‑16 development. Equipped with advanced test instrumentation, this two-seater enables integrated chase and evaluation missions, reinforcing the Falcon’s legacy as not only a combat mainstay but a critical enabler of aerospace innovation and pilot training decades into its service life.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
The F‑16D Fighting Falcon serial 85‑157, operated at Edwards AFB in 2024 by the 416th Flight Test Squadron, exemplifies the enduring adaptability and test-bed role of the F‑16 platform. What makes this particular jet stand out is its active contribution to high-profile flight test programs—including its participation in the “Falcon Rejoin 50” celebration, marking 50 years since the YF‑16’s first flight—showcasing both its ongoing relevance and Edwards AFB’s pivotal role in F‑16 development. Equipped with advanced test instrumentation, this two-seater enables integrated chase and evaluation missions, reinforcing the Falcon’s legacy as not only a combat mainstay but a critical enabler of aerospace innovation and pilot training decades into its service life.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
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