Model Description
Hobbymaster 1/72nd scale HA38065 F-16C “The Spirit of Broken Arrow” 88-0545, 138th FW, Oklahoma ANG, 2024. Buy online now at Flying Tigers.
The F-16 Fighting Falcon was produced by General Dynamics who became Lockheed who then merged with Martin Marietta to become Lockheed Martin. The F-16 entered service in January 1979 as a multi-role jet fighter that evolved into an all-weather multi-role aircraft capable of sustaining 9-g turns. The F-16 is relatively inexpensive to purchase and maintain so the U.S. and 25 other countries added it to their inventory. The Fighting Falcon is referred to by its pilots as the “Viper” and will remain in USAF service until 2025.
The Spirit of Broken Arrow” is a designation used by the Oklahoma Air National Guard’s 138th Fighter Wing for one of its F-16 fighter jets. This name was given in recognition of the City of Broken Arrow’s support for the Air National Guard and its members. The jet, specifically F-16C serial number 88-0545, is flown on missions by the 138th Fighter Wing.
Recognition of Community Support:
The naming of the jet was a way to acknowledge the support and dedication of the City of Broken Arrow to the Oklahoma Air National Guard and its personnel.
F-16C Aircraft:
The designated aircraft is an F-16C, a type of fighter jet used by the U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard for various missions.
138th Fighter Wing:
The Oklahoma Air National Guard’s 138th Fighter Wing operates the F-16C “Spirit of Broken Arrow” on its missions.
Ceremony and Unveiling:
There was a ceremony to officially unveil the name and recognize the City of Broken Arrow’s support.
Flyovers:
The “Spirit of Broken Arrow” is intended to fly with this designation anytime there are National Guard flyovers in the Broken Arrow area, according to a local news report.
RRP £96.00
