Academy 1/144 USN P-8A Poseidon Kit PKAY12635

Multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft developed by Boeing for the United States Navy, based on the Boeing 737-800 airframe.

Designed primarily for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, the P-8A is equipped with advanced sensors, radars, and sonobuoys to detect and track submarines and surface vessels.

It can also carry torpedoes, depth charges, and anti-ship missiles.

First introduced in 2013, the P-8A Poseidon has been adopted by several other countries, including India, the UK, and Australia.

It is highly regarded for its extended range, high-speed capabilities, and versatility in both military and humanitarian missions, including search and rescue operations.

– New tooling.
– 5 sprues.
– Assemble with landing gear and weapons bay open or closed.
– Missiles and torpedoes included.
– Choice of markings for 3 aircraft:
(1) US Navy P-8A LF-429, BuNo 168429, c/n 40809, VP-16 “War Eagles” Singapore 2014;
(2 & 3) Royal Australian Air Force A47-001 & A47-012.

Built to replace the venerable P-3 Orion in the maritime reconnaissance role, the Boeing P-8 Poseidon entered U.S Navy service in 2013. Based on the 737-800, it is also operated by the air arms of Australia, the United Kingdom, Norway, and New Zealand and has been ordered by South Korea, Canada, and Germany.

Additional items are required to complete this kit:
Adhesive, paints, paint brushes, paint cleaner, modelling knife or cutters.