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Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA5255
Grumman F-14A Tomcat Diecast Model
USN VF-213, #104, Iceman and Slider, Top Gun, 1986Limited EditionHot SellerRare and Collectible
1:72 ScaleLengthWidthGrumman F-14A Tomcat10.25"10.75"
In the movie, \"Top Gun\", Iceman and his RIO, Slider, are a formidable duo flying the F-14 Tomcat. Iceman, known for his cool precision, is Maverick\'s primary rival at the Navy\'s Fighter Weapons School. The F-14, is central to the film\'s intense dogfights. Iceman and Slider\'s teamwork in the F-14 highlights the aircraft\'s advanced capabilities. Despite their rivalry, Iceman and Maverick develop mutual respect, especially after they successfully engage enemy MiGs in the film\'s climactic battle, showcasing the F-14\'s role in their victory. In the movie, Iceman and Slider fly with a fictionalized version of squadron VF-213 that uses the \"Fist of the Fleet\" insignia from the real life squadron, VFA-25 for cinematic effect.
Grumman F-14A Tomcat Designed to carry the formidable long range AIM-54 Phoenix missile, the Grumman F-14 Tomcat was first flown on December 21st, 1970. Made famous by the Hollywood film Top Gun, the F-14 replaced the F-4 Phantom II as the US Navy\'s primary maritime air superiority fighter. Its design includes a variable geometry wing that can sweep back for high speed supersonic intercepts and forward for improved positioning in air to air dogfights. Nicknamed \"Bombcat,\" the F-14 spent much of its late career in an air-to-ground role, carrying the Low Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night (LANTIRN) system.
© Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series The Hobby Master \"1:72 Air Power Series\" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Hobby Master \"1:72 Air Power Series\" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won\'t fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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