Academy 12568 USAF F-15E D-day 75th Anniversary 1/72 – plastic model kit

Academy 12568 USAF F-15E D-day 75th Anniversary 1/72 is a unique 1/72 scale plastic model of a multirole fighter jet, authentically and intricately recreated to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Normandy landings – D-Day. This product from the renowned Academy brand stands out for its excellent attention to detail and the possibility to build it with a special paint scheme that honors this historic event.

• Scale: 1/72
• Operator Country: United States
• Period of Use: Modern times (F-15E has been in service from the 1980s up to today, anniversary version from 2019)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Set: does not include glue or paints; recommended to use dedicated model paints for best effect
• Box contents: D-Day 75th Anniversary decals, detailed assembly instructions

The F-15E Strike Eagle is a two-seat strike aircraft manufactured by the American company McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing), developed as an advancement of the legendary F-15 air superiority fighter. The E version, equipped with advanced avionics and a wide array of weaponry, is mainly used for precision deep-strike interdiction missions, but it retains the air combat capabilities of the classic Eagle.

This Academy 12568 model is based on a USAF aircraft that participated in the D-Day anniversary event in 2019. This commemorated the participation of American airmen in the pivotal World War II operation, featuring a special paint scheme referencing the historic invasion stripes from 1944.

Model features:

• Precisely replicated fuselage and surface details
• High-quality decals with D-Day anniversary markings
• Options for open/closed airbrakes, cockpit, external stores/weapons mounting
• Intuitive assembly instructions

Recommendation: We recommend this product for both intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers looking for a unique aircraft in their collection, as well as all enthusiasts of aviation history and USAF military history. We rate the difficulty level at 3/5 due to the intricate details and challenging decal application. This kit is also a great choice for fans of commemorative models and those wishing to honor historical events.