June 2012 Release

• Die-cast metal.
• Superb detailing in 1/72 scale.
• Pre-painted with pad applied markings.
• Fully assembled.
• Weapons that are not permanently attached.
• Display stand included.
• Option to display model with wheels up or down.
• Minimum use of plastic.
• "interchangeable weapon bays (2 sidewinders, 6 AIM-120Cs)
• realistic pilot figure"

The USAF developed a requirement for a new air superiority fighter to replace the F-15 Eagle.
Two proposals were submitted with the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor being selected as the new
Advanced Tactical Fighter (ATF). The aircraft is constructed using 39% titanium, 24% composite
material, 16% aluminum and 1% thermoplastic by weight. All these components contribute to the
F-22 being a light weight, extremely maneuverable, extremely fast aircraft that uses stealth
technology. The F-22 is also capable of ground attack, electronic warfare and signals intelligence.


On July 9, 2010 there was an official arrival ceremony held to greet the first Lockheed Martin F-
22A “Raptor” assigned to the Hawaii Air National Guard (HIANG) PACAF 154th Wing, 199th TFS
nicknamed “The Kukaimoku” are based at Hickam AFB. The HIANG will eventually receive
twenty F-22s to replace their F-15C/D “Eagle” and are the second ANG unit to fly the Raptor.
Seventy five percent of missions will be manned by the 154th and the remaining 25 percent will
be flown by active duty personnel.