F-14 Tomcat

by Al White

F-14 Tomcat

This Revell 1/32^ndF-14 Tomcat (A) kit is in the transition to low visibility markings from standard VF-124 Pacific Fleet Readiness Squadron paint scheme.

The instructions were easy to follow and all parts assembled with no problem. The national insignia decals are from Squadron Signal Publications and the Squadron markings and all others are included in the kit.

Photo by Al White

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