Hobby Master 1/72 Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) McDonnell Douglas F/A-18B HORNET A21-117 (HA3570)

The RAAF No. 75 Squadron moved to RAAF Base Butterworth in Malaysia during May 1967. They remained there until 1981 when they moved back to RAAF Darwin. The RAAF had operated the F/A-18 since 1984, with No. 75 re-equipping with F/A-18s in 1988 at RAAF Tindal. After 35 years, the RAAF replaced the Hornet and sold 25 aircraft to Canada. The last aircraft to arrive at Williamtown for disposal was A21-117 c/n 623/ATF117, delivered in 1988.

This model aircraft is made from die-cast metal and include extensive detailing. It is similar in quality to Corgi, Gemini Jets, JC Wings, Witty Wings, Century Wings, NG Models and Aviation72.