Mikoyan MIG-29 Fulcrum Aircraft "Ghost of Kyiv 40th Tactical Aviation Brigade Vasylkiv Air Base" (2023) Ukrainian Air Force "Air Power Series" 1/72 Diecast Model
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About This Model
- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Mikoyan MIG-29 Fulcrum Aircraft "Ghost of Kyiv, 40th Tactical Aviation Brigade, Vasylkiv Air Base" (2023) Ukrainian Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Has opening canopy.
- Includes display stand.
- Officially licensed product.
- Detachable ordnance load.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 9.5, Wingspan- 6.25 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-29 associated with the “Ghost of Kyiv” became one of the most powerful symbols of Ukrainian resistance during the Russo-Ukrainian War. Operated by the 40th Tactical Aviation Brigade of the Ukrainian Air Force and based at Vasylkiv Air Base, MiG-29 fighters from this unit were among the first aircraft to respond to the large-scale Russian invasion. Although the “Ghost of Kyiv” was never a single confirmed pilot or aircraft, the name came to represent the collective efforts of MiG-29 crews who flew combat air patrols and interception missions under extreme pressure.
- By 2023, MiG-29s of the 40th Tactical Aviation Brigade continued to fly defensive and strike-support sorties despite sustained missile attacks on Ukrainian airfields and infrastructure. These aircraft were used primarily for air defense, intercepting cruise missiles and hostile aircraft, as well as conducting limited ground-attack missions with unguided weapons and later Western-supplied precision munitions. Operating from Vasylkiv and dispersed locations, Ukrainian MiG-29s demonstrated remarkable survivability through rapid relocation, camouflage, and effective maintenance under wartime conditions.
- The MiG-29 itself, originally designed during the Cold War as a frontline air superiority fighter, proved adaptable in the modern conflict. In Ukrainian service it has been integrated with updated avionics, Western communications, and compatibility with NATO-standard weapons. During the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War, the aircraft and its pilots became a symbol of defiance, with the “Ghost of Kyiv” emblem reflecting morale, national unity, and international recognition of Ukraine’s airmen rather than a single combat record.
- This 1:72 scale model captures the spirit and symbolism of Ukraine’s modern air defense struggle, making it a compelling centerpiece for any contemporary military aviation collection. With its distinctive markings and historical relevance, it offers collectors a meaningful representation of courage, resilience, and the continuing evolution of the MiG-29 in real combat service.
Model Details
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