Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of Lockheed Alpha Jet Aircraft "VTX-TS Competition" United States Navy "Military" Series die cast model by Herpa. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes landing gear. Comes with a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L-6.5, Wingspan-5 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS - In 1978 the United States Navy started the VTX-TS advanced trainer program, seeking a replacement for both the T-2 Buckeye and TA-4 Skyhawk trainers. Dassault and Dornier teamed up with Lockheed to offer a "navalized" version of the then brand new Alpha Jet. The required modifications were minor, including US-sourced avionics and strengthened landing gear for operation from aircraft carriers.In September 1980, Alpha Jet A58 was ferried to the United