Hobby Master 1/72 Su-27 Flanker-B "Barents Sea" Red 36 941sr IAP Soviet Air Force 1987 (with Extra Pylons and Decal P-3)

The 1/72 Su-27 Flanker-B "Barents Sea" is a die-cast, pre-finished collector model airplane manufactured by Hobby Master, product code HA6001B. This specific model commemorates a famous Cold War incident on September 13, 1987.

Historical Context: The model represents the Soviet Air Force's Su-27 Flanker-B "Red 36," flown by Senior Lieutenant Vassily Tsimbal. This aircraft intercepted a Norwegian P-3 Orion maritime patrol aircraft over the Barents Sea. On the third pass, the Soviet fighter's vertical stabilizer clipped the propeller of the P-3, damaging both aircraft. The model specifically represents the aircraft from the 941st Fighter Aviation Regiment (941sr IAP) and includes extra empty pylons and a decal to represent the collision damage.

Key Features:

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: Die-cast metal with minimal plastic parts
• Included Details: Extra pylons and a special decal to depict the damage from the collision.
• Display Options: The model can be displayed on a stand (included) or with landing gear in the down or up positions.
• Pilots: A pilot figure is included, and the canopy can be shown open or closed.