The F/A-18 Hornet is one of the most modern fighters in widespread, worldwide use. The Hornet was introduced into operational service in 1983, and slowly replaced the Navy"s A-6s Intruders and F-14 Tomcats over the course of the 1980s and 90s. F/A-18s have seen action with the U.S. Navy in both Iraq conflicts, as well as several other operations worldwide and limited engagements with the Royal Australian Air Force. This particular model represents the F/A-18E Super Hornet, the single-seat version of an extensively redesigned F/A-18 that has replaced the F-14 in the U.S. Navy and the F-111 in the Royal Australian Air Force. Solid construction and a detailed finish make this model a must-have for any collector. About Toys and Models Corporation Since 1982, Toys and Models has created exquisitely detailed, historically accurate replicas of aircraft. New technology and materials combined with painstaking detail ensure that when you purchase a model from Toys and Models, you"ll admire it for years to come. Toys and Models is located in Mahwah, New Jersey. * U.S. multirole fighter * Jet engine aircraft, two engine * Painted plastic construction * Scale: 1/48 * Operators: U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Royal Australian Air Force * Time in operation: 1983-present * Post-World War II era * Manufacturers: McDonnell Douglas/Boeing, Northrop * Length: 14 inches * Wingspan: 11.5 inches