E-2C Hawkeye 165300 VAW-124 "Bear Aces" 2009 in 1:72 scale
This is the E-2C Hawkeye 165300 VAW-124 "Bear Aces" 2009 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The E‑2C Hawkeye 165300, flown by VAW‑124 “Bear Aces” in 2009, is a standout for its advanced airborne early warning and command-and-control capabilities aboard U.S. Navy carriers. What sets 165300 apart is its role in the first fleet deployment equipped with eight‑bladed NP2000 propellers, significantly improving reliability and reducing maintenance demands over earlier models. The “Bear Aces” squadron is renowned for directing critical intercepts—such as during the Gulf of Sidra incident in 1981—and continues to push Hawkeye technology forward, making 165300 more than just an AEW platform—it’s a reliable nerve center that enhances fleet-wide situational awareness and responsiveness at sea.
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
The E‑2C Hawkeye 165300, flown by VAW‑124 “Bear Aces” in 2009, is a standout for its advanced airborne early warning and command-and-control capabilities aboard U.S. Navy carriers. What sets 165300 apart is its role in the first fleet deployment equipped with eight‑bladed NP2000 propellers, significantly improving reliability and reducing maintenance demands over earlier models. The “Bear Aces” squadron is renowned for directing critical intercepts—such as during the Gulf of Sidra incident in 1981—and continues to push Hawkeye technology forward, making 165300 more than just an AEW platform—it’s a reliable nerve center that enhances fleet-wide situational awareness and responsiveness at sea.
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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