Grumman EA-6B Prowler Attack Aircraft "VAQ-141 Shadowhawks Desert Storm" (1991) United States Navy 1/72 Diecast Model by JC Wings
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Grumman EA-6B Prowler Attack Aircraft "VAQ-141 Shadowhawks, Desert Storm" (1991) United States Navy die cast model by JC Wings.
Brand new box.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Includes display stand.
Officially licensed product.
Includes missile accessories.
Has opening canopy and folding wings.
Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
Dimensions approximately Length- 10, Wingspan- 8.75 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 Grumman EA-6B Prowler is an electronic warfare aircraft designed to provide tactical jamming, electronic surveillance, and suppression of enemy air defenses (SEAD) in support of U.S. Navy and Marine Corps operations. Developed from the A-6 Intruder airframe, the Prowler features advanced electronic countermeasure systems, multiple crew stations, and the capability to carry anti-radiation missiles. Its mission is critical in modern warfare, allowing strike aircraft to penetrate defended airspace while minimizing exposure to surface-to-air threats. VAQ-141 “Shadowhawks” operated EA-6B Prowlers from aircraft carriers and shore-based airfields, performing electronic warfare and support missions for strike packages. During Desert Storm in 1991, these aircraft played a pivotal role in the coalition campaign against Iraq. Shadowhawks crews conducted jamming operations, radar suppression, and reconnaissance missions that disrupted Iraqi air defense networks, allowing allied strike aircraft to target strategic positions with reduced risk. Their ability to detect, locate, and neutralize enemy radar and communication systems was instrumental in achieving air superiority early in the conflict. Throughout the Gulf War, VAQ-141’s EA-6B Prowlers were engaged in high-intensity combat operations, often flying in heavily defended areas to ensure the success of coalition air campaigns. The Prowler’s combination of electronic countermeasures, communication relay capabilities, and ability to guide anti-radiation missiles made it a force multiplier in coalition operations. The squadron’s work during Desert Storm not only safeguarded strike aircraft but also contributed significantly to the overall operational effectiveness of U.S. and allied forces during the liberation of Kuwait. This 1:72 scale model captures the distinctive twin-tail design, advanced avionics layout, and electronic warfare role of this legendary U.S. Navy aircraft, making it an essential addition for collectors of modern naval aviation and military history models.
