Academy Plastic Model Kit
USN F/A-18E VFA-195 Chippy Ho (1/48) 12316
The Academy 1/48 USN F/A-18E VFA-195 Chippy Ho kit replicates the US Navy’s cutting-edge carrier-based multirole fighter in its vibrant squadron livery. Featuring crisp mouldings, detailed cockpit assembly, and authentic squadron markings, this kit provides a striking model of the F/A-18E Super Hornet flown by VFA-195 “Dambusters.”
- 1/48 scale plastic model kit of the F/A-18E Super Hornet
- Detailed cockpit with ejection seat and instrument panel
- Authentic US Navy VFA-195 “Chippy Ho” decals
- Optional missiles, bombs, and fuel tanks included
- Finely recessed panel lines and accurate surface detail
This model is perfect for modern jet enthusiasts and naval aviation collectors, offering both accuracy and a visually striking paint scheme. Paint and cement are required and sold separately.
History:
The Boeing F/A-18E Super Hornet entered service in the late 1990s as the US Navy’s primary carrier-based strike fighter, replacing the F-14 Tomcat and supplementing earlier Hornet variants. VFA-195 “Dambusters,” based at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, is one of the most recognisable squadrons to fly the type, particularly for their bold “Chippy Ho” special livery. Renowned for its multirole capability, the F/A-18E can perform fleet defence, strike missions, and close air support with equal effectiveness. The Chippy Ho scheme has become a favourite among aviation enthusiasts, symbolising the squadron’s heritage and the modern power of the US Navy’s carrier air wings.
