Boeing EA-18G Growler Electronic Attack Aircraft 1:48 Meng LS014

Plastic model airplane kit: Boeing EA-18G Growler Electronic Attack Aircraft 1:48 Meng LS014

The MENG LS-014 model kit in 1:48 scale represents the American electronic warfare aircraft Boeing EA-18G Growler. It is a specialized version of the two-seat F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter, designed for electronic jamming operations. This model is an excellent choice for military aviation enthusiasts and modelers who value detail and precision in construction.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:48
• Length: 378 mm
• Width: 285 mm
• Height: 101 mm
• Includes elements such as: ALQ-99 jamming pods, ALQ-218V(2) tactical receivers, and electronic warfare antennas.
• Possibility to assemble flaps and slots in retracted or extended position.
• Movable horizontal stabilizers and rudders.
• Precisely reproduced cockpit interior.
• Specially designed main pylons allow for easy exchange of electronic pods or fuel tanks.
• The kit includes AGM-88 HARM missiles.
• Two US Navy pilot figures.
• Photo-etched stainless steel parts and painting masks.

Painting schemes:

1. Aircraft piloted by CAPT Jeff Craig and weapons systems officer CAPT Tom Slais from squadron VAQ-132 "Scorpions", Operation Odyssey Dawn, 2011.
2. Aircraft piloted by LCDR James Thompson and weapons systems officer CDR Robert Holmes from squadron VAQ-132 "Scorpions", Misawa base, 2014.
3. Aircraft piloted by CDR W.D. Fraser and weapons systems officer CDR L.W. Callaway from squadron VAQ-139 "Cougars", USS Carl Vinson, 2014.

Historical background: The Boeing EA-18G Growler is a carrier-based aircraft that replaced the Northrop Grumman EA-6B Prowler in US Navy service. Production of the Growler began in 2007, and it entered operational service in late 2009. This aircraft is equipped with advanced electronic warfare systems that enable jamming and deceiving enemy radars. The Growler can carry ALQ-99 jamming pods as well as AIM-120 AMRAAM and AGM-88 HARM missiles.

The Growler has been used in many military operations, including Operation Odyssey Dawn in 2011, where it supported actions related to enforcing a no-fly zone over Libya. These aircraft are also used by the Royal Australian Air Force, which purchased 12 Growler units, becoming the only user of this advanced electronic warfare system outside the USA.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. To assemble, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.