McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "40838, 114th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron, Oregon Air National Guard" (1980) United S

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Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II Fighter-Bomber Aircraft "40838, 114th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron, Oregon Air National Guard" (1980) United States Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master.; Brand new box.; Detailed exterior.; True-to-scale detail.; Includes pilot figure.; Has opening canopy.; Includes display stand.; Officially licensed product.; Detachable ordnance loads.; Has detachable landing gear.; Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.; Dimensions approximately Length- 9.75, Wingspan- 6.25 inches.; Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.; It 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.; HISTORY ASPECTS: The McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II was one of the earliest U.S. Air Force variants of the legendary Phantom family, adapted from the Navy's F-4B to meet USAF requirements for land-based operations. Equipped with powerful J79 engines, advanced radar for its era, and the ability to carry a wide array of air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons, the F-4C quickly became a cornerstone of American tactical air power during the 1960s. Its versatility allowed it to perform air superiority, interdiction, close air support, and reconnaissance missions across multiple theaters of operation. Aircraft 63-0838, often associated with Oregon Air National Guard service and later linked to the 114th Tactical Fighter Training Squadron, represented the Phantom's continued utility into the 1980s. During this period, F-4Cs transitioned from front-line combat roles to training and Air National Guard duties, where they helped maintain pilot proficiency and readiness. Units operating from Oregon provided a crucial reserve component capability, ensuring that experienced aircrews remained prepared for rapid mobilization during heightened Cold War tensions. The aircraft regularly participated in large-scale exercises, air defense intercept training, and tactical simulations designed to replicate high-intensity conflict scenarios. Earlier in its operational life, the F-4C variant saw extensive combat during the Vietnam War. USAF F-4Cs flew missions over North Vietnam and Southeast Asia in operations such as Rolling Thunder, engaging enemy MiG fighters and conducting strike missions against strategic targets. The lessons learned in those conflicts shaped the training programs of later Phantom units, including Air National Guard and training squadrons in the 1980s. While aircraft 40838 itself primarily served in a stateside training and readiness capacity during its later years, it embodied the combat-proven legacy of a type that had already demonstrated its effectiveness in one of the most challenging air wars of the twentieth century. This 1:72 scale model captures the rugged Cold War presence of the Air National Guard while honoring the Phantom's distinguished combat heritage, making it a compelling addition to any collection of classic U.S. Air Force jets.