{"product_id":"armed-forces-f-16am-fighting-falcon-brick-kit-495-pieces","title":"Armed Forces - F-16AM Fighting Falcon Brick Kit (495 Pieces)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmed Forces - F-16AM Fighting Falcon Brick Kit (495 Pieces)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eETA: Date TBA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin the ranks of military, technology and modeling enthusiasts by building one of the most famous combat aircraft of the 20th and 21st centuries - the F-16 Fighting Falcon in a unique Royal Norwegian Air Force version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding this fighter model is a rewarding experience, and a lesson in history, technology and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey features of the F-16 Fighting Falcon (Norwegian Air Force) set:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct under the original Lockheed Martin license - This model is manufactured under the original license of the American manufacturer, guaranteeing a faithful reproduction,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact, yet packed of modern multi-role fighters. The choice fell on the American F-16 Fighting Falcon project, which revolutionized modern aviation with its maneuverability, modern avionics and relatively low operating costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver four decades of service!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorwegian F-16s stood out from other aircraft of this type with their light gray paint scheme, the Norwegian flag on the tail, and a unique numbering system linked to American numbers. Norway's short and snow-covered runways, often located in scattered locations, required their F-16s to be equipped with drag parachutes to cope with situations where regular wheel brakes could not be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over four decades of service, Norwegian F-16s participated in many key international operations under NATO auspices, including Kosovo, Afghanistan, Libya and patrolling the airspace of the Baltic States as part of NATO's Baltic Air Policing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 42 years of service, the last operational flight of the Norwegian F-16 took place on January 6, 2022. Although the aircraft were retired from active service, many remained operational and found a second life - some ended up in Romania, others were sold to training companies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set combines high-quality craftsmanship, attention to detail and a fascinating history that you can literally build with your own hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F-16 Fighting Falcon model in Norwegian colors from COBI is a great choice for military aviation fans, collectors, and contemporary history enthusiasts. It's not only a striking display piece, but also a valuable educational toy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a teenager, an adult modeler or looking for the perfect gift for someone, this set will be a great choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 495 high-quality pieces\u003cbr\u003e Manufactured in the EU by a company with over 35 years of tradition\u003cbr\u003e Model under the original Lockheed Martin license\u003cbr\u003e Meets safety standards for children's products\u003cbr\u003e Fully compatible with other brands of construction blocks\u003cbr\u003e Only durable prints are used, no stickers are used\u003cbr\u003e Clear and intuitive instructions based on illustrations and step-by-step instructions\u003cbr\u003e 1 figure\u003cbr\u003e Scale 1:48\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel dimensions (L x W x H): 315 mm x 230 mm x 115 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cobi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44105740320890,"sku":"COB5913","price":119.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1425\/8892\/files\/COB5913--ArmedForces-F16AM-Fighting-Falcon-COBI-01.png?v=1773335851","url":"https:\/\/www.ozziecollectables.com\/products\/armed-forces-f-16am-fighting-falcon-brick-kit-495-pieces","provider":"Ozzie Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}