{"product_id":"1-72-rf101c-operation-sun-run-60163-363rd-trw-27th-nov-1957","title":"1\/72 RF-101C 'Operation Sun Run' 60163 363rd TRW 27th Nov 1957","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn Nov. 27, 1957, four U.S. Air Force (USAF) pilots belonging to the 363rd Tactical Reconnaissance Wing successfully completed Operation Sun Run by establishing three new transcontinental speed records in a McDonnell RF-101C Voodoo aircraft. The record-breaking mission showcased the speed and range of the RF-101C, an improved version of the first supersonic photo reconnaissance aircraft, the RF-101A. The new Los Angeles to New York record was established at 3 hours, 7 minutes and 43.63 seconds, while the New York to Los Angeles record was 3 hours, 36 minutes and 32.33 seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to meed a USAAF requirement for a long-range turbojet-powered fighter, the F-101 was first flown (as the XF-88 prototype) on October 20th, 1948. Its initial mission as bomber escort was modified during development to include that of the all-weather interceptor, nuclear fighter-bomber and photo reconnaissance aircraft. Reconnaissance variants saw extensive use during the Vietnam War while interceptors remained in service with several Air National Guard units until 1982. Ultimately, the Voodoo's carreer was rather short-lived although it did help pave the way towards the highly successful F-4 Phantom II that replaced it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiecast metal construction with some plastic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterchangeable extended\/retracted landing gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresentation stand to display the aircraft \"in flight\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWingspan\/Length: 17.15 x 28.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42726997885084,"sku":"HA9304","price":215.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/441577.jpg?v=1782922582","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/1-72-rf101c-operation-sun-run-60163-363rd-trw-27th-nov-1957","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}