{"product_id":"airfix-aira06022a","title":"Airfix 1\/72 Blackburn Buccaneer S2 GULF WAR Model Kit - AIRA06022A","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild the \u003cstrong\u003eBlackburn Buccaneer S2 GULF WAR\u003c\/strong\u003e with this Airfix 1\/72 scale release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This intricately crafted 1:72 scale replica of the Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B showcases the aircraft in its unique Desert Camouflage pattern, as utilised during the 1991 Gulf War. Consisting of 141 components, this plastic model kit is designed for modellers aged 8 and up, offering a skill level 3 challenge. Once assembled, the model features a wingspan of 186mm and includes decals for two distinct paint schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1:72 scale model with 141 plastic components\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompleted wingspan measures 186mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes decals for two genuine Gulf War paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSkill level 3 build, suitable for ages 8 and older\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern-era Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B version\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesert Camouflage pattern as used during 1991 Gulf War missions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e In the Gulf War of 1991, RAF air operations were hindered by the effectiveness of Iraqi anti-aircraft defences, forcing Tornado and Jaguar missions to operate at higher altitudes, which diminished their impact. To effectively deploy 'smart' munitions, the RAF relied on their older Blackburn Buccaneer jets equipped with 'Pave Spike' laser designators. However, these aircraft were stationed back in Scotland. A rapid effort was undertaken to ready and dispatch twelve Buccaneers, newly painted in 'Desert Camouflage', along with their laser equipment to the Persian Gulf. Within days, the self-proclaimed 'Sky Pirates' were en route.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Airfix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Blackburn Buccaneer S2 GULF WAR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: AIRA06022A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airfix\"\u003eAirfix model kits\u003c\/a\u003e, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airfix-aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eAirfix Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e or discover more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-aircraft\"\u003eModel Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e at Mega Hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67974138527818,"sku":"AIRA06022A","price":43.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/aira06022a-172-airfix-blackburn-buccaneer-s2-gulf-war-squadron-model-models__24335.1781688740.jpg?v=1794545788","url":"https:\/\/megahobby.com\/products\/airfix-aira06022a","provider":"Mega Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}