This is the F-35A Lightning II FL010 Belgium Air Force Florennes AB 13 Oct.2025 (w/ 2 x B61 nuclear bomb) in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
On 13 October 2025, the Belgian Air Force’s F-35A Lightning II serial FL010 was among the first of its new fifth-generation fighters to arrive at Florennes Air Base in Belgium as part of the country’s long-awaited transition from the Cold-War era F-16 to the advanced Lockheed Martin F-35A. FL010 touched down alongside sister jets after a transatlantic ferry flight from the U.S., marking a historic moment in Belgium’s defense modernization and the start of establishing an operational F-35 squadron on home soil. The event was attended by senior military leaders and dignitaries, symbolizing Belgium’s commitment to enhancing its air capabilities and NATO interoperability with stealth, sensor fusion, and multirole combat performance.
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
On 13 October 2025, the Belgian Air Force’s F-35A Lightning II serial FL010 was among the first of its new fifth-generation fighters to arrive at Florennes Air Base in Belgium as part of the country’s long-awaited transition from the Cold-War era F-16 to the advanced Lockheed Martin F-35A. FL010 touched down alongside sister jets after a transatlantic ferry flight from the U.S., marking a historic moment in Belgium’s defense modernization and the start of establishing an operational F-35 squadron on home soil. The event was attended by senior military leaders and dignitaries, symbolizing Belgium’s commitment to enhancing its air capabilities and NATO interoperability with stealth, sensor fusion, and multirole combat performance.
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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