Hobby Master - Grumman EA-6B Prowler Aircraft "163884/501 VAQ-209 Star Warriors" (2010) United States Navy "Air Power Series" 1/72 - Grey, Blue, Black
Hobby Master - Grumman EA-6B Prowler Aircraft "163884/501 VAQ-209 Star Warriors" (2010) United States Navy "Air Power Series" 1/72 - Grey, Blue, Black
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- Brand: Hobby Master
- Model Number: HA5013
- Product Name: Grumman EA-6B Prowler Aircraft "163884/501 VAQ-209 Star Warriors" (2010) United States Navy "Air Power Series" 1/72
- Color: Grey, Blue, Black
- Recommended Minimum Age: 15 years
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: False
- Warranty - Labor: False
- Other
- Scale: 1/72
- UPC: 3342584112654
Product Description Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Grumman EA-6B Prowler Aircraft "163884/501, VAQ-209 Star Warriors" (2010) United States Navy "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Includes missile accessories. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 10, Wingspan- 8.75 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 Grumman EA-6B Prowler, BuNo 163884, served with the U.S. Navy Reserve's VAQ-209 "Star Warriors" and was active during a critical period in 2010. As one of the final squadrons to operate the Prowler before its gradual phase-out, VAQ-209 provided essential electronic warfare support, jamming enemy radar and communications and escorting strike aircraft during operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Deployed as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, Prowlers like 163884 were a vital force multiplier, safeguarding coalition assets in hostile airspace. The EA-6B’s mission was to dominate the electromagnetic spectrum—disrupting enemy air defense systems, protecting ground forces from improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and supporting dynamic targeting efforts with real-time signals intelligence. In 2010, the aircraft flew from forward bases such as Al Udeid and Bagram, providing overwatch and suppression of enemy capabilities in support of joint and NATO operations. The Prowler's AN/ALQ-99 jamming pods and ability to carry AGM-88 HARM missiles made it a formidable presence in complex air-ground battlefields. VAQ-209, a Navy Reserve squadron based at NAS Whidbey Island, played an active role in the Global War on Terror, bridging the gap between full-time Navy units and Reserve contributions. The squadron transitioned to the EA-18G Growler a few years later, but 163884 stands as a symbol of the Prowler’s twilight years—highlighting the aircraft’s enduring relevance in modern asymmetric warfare. Its final deployments reflected the end of an era for dedicated jamming platforms that had protected U.S. and allied aircraft since the Vietnam War. This 1:72 scale model captures the iconic electronic warfare aircraft in its late-career configuration. Featuring authentic squadron markings, intricate surface detailing, and underwing jamming pods, it’s a must-have for collectors interested in Cold War and post-9/11 naval aviation history.
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Product Description Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Grumman EA-6B Prowler Aircraft "163884/501, VAQ-209 Star Warriors" (2010) United States Navy "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Includes missile accessories. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 10, Wingspan- 8.75 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 Grumman EA-6B Prowler, BuNo 163884, served with the U.S. Navy Reserve's VAQ-209 "Star Warriors" and was active during a critical period in 2010. As one of the final squadrons to operate the Prowler before its gradual phase-out, VAQ-209 provided essential electronic warfare support, jamming enemy radar and communications and escorting strike aircraft during operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Deployed as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, Prowlers like 163884 were a vital force multiplier, safeguarding coalition assets in hostile airspace. The EA-6B’s mission was to dominate the electromagnetic spectrum—disrupting enemy air defense systems, protecting ground forces from improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and supporting dynamic targeting efforts with real-time signals intelligence. In 2010, the aircraft flew from forward bases such as Al Udeid and Bagram, providing overwatch and suppression of enemy capabilities in support of joint and NATO operations. The Prowler's AN/ALQ-99 jamming pods and ability to carry AGM-88 HARM missiles made it a formidable presence in complex air-ground battlefields. VAQ-209, a Navy Reserve squadron based at NAS Whidbey Island, played an active role in the Global War on Terror, bridging the gap between full-time Navy units and Reserve contributions. The squadron transitioned to the EA-18G Growler a few years later, but 163884 stands as a symbol of the Prowler’s twilight years—highlighting the aircraft’s enduring relevance in modern asymmetric warfare. Its final deployments reflected the end of an era for dedicated jamming platforms that had protected U.S. and allied aircraft since the Vietnam War. This 1:72 scale model captures the iconic electronic warfare aircraft in its late-career configuration. Featuring authentic squadron markings, intricate surface detailing, and underwing jamming pods, it’s a must-have for collectors interested in Cold War and post-9/11 naval aviation history.
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