F-5A Freedom Fighter 38381 USAF 1960s in 1:72 scale
This is the F-5A Freedom Fighter 38381 USAF 1960s in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The F-5A Freedom Fighter, serial 63-8381 (38381), was a lightweight, twin-engine fighter operated by the USAF’s Air Force Logistics Command at Kelly AFB during the 1970s and early 1980s, primarily serving as a chase plane. In 1988, it was transferred to Greece, eventually being preserved at a monastery on Lesbos by 2009—a journey that reflects the enduring durability and adaptability of the F-5A airframe.
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 F-5A Freedom Fighter, serial 63-8381 (38381), was a lightweight, twin-engine fighter operated by the USAF’s Air Force Logistics Command at Kelly AFB during the 1970s and early 1980s, primarily serving as a chase plane. In 1988, it was transferred to Greece, eventually being preserved at a monastery on Lesbos by 2009—a journey that reflects the enduring durability and adaptability of the F-5A airframe.
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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