Developed from the Boeing 707 passenger airliner, the E-3 AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) is the most advanced airborne radar platform in the world. Its mission is to identify potentially hostile air or surface vehicles and direct friendly aircraft to intercept them. The E-3 is easily identified by the huge rotodome mounted on the rear of the fuselage. In addition to the USAF, E-3's are used by the British and French air forces. FEATURES: Detailed 1/72nd scale for static display. 120 parts in light grey and clear with recessed panel lines. Detailed cockpit with seats and instrument panel. Detailed optional position landing gear. Engine pods have fan fronts and exhaust nozzles - Optional engine pods for US Air Force and French Air Force versions. Rotodome rotates if desired. MARKING OPTIONS: Marking Options: One decal sheet with markings for two aircraft: 1: s/n 00139, 965 AWACS, USAF, Tinker AFB, 1990. 2: s/n 36-CA, 36e Escadre de Detection, Aeroportee BA 702, Avord, France. Airframe Colours: 1: Overall Gloss Pale Grey. 2: Overall Medium Sea Grey. Additional Paints Required: Black, White, Silver, Aluminium, Dk Sea Grey, Cream. INCLUDES: One 1/72 Boeing E-3F/E-3A Sentry "AWACS" Airplane REQUIRES: Assembly Hobby Knife Paint: (see MARKING OPTIONS) Brushes Sandpaper Liquid Plastic Cement White Glue CA or Tube Type (thick) Plastic Cement Nice-to-have tools: Needle File Set, Sprue Cutter, Airbrush and Associated Accessories