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Description

This is an injection-plastic jet aircraft model kit.

All-New Tooling Based on In-Depth Research of the P-1 Maritime Patrol Aircraft!

Developed as the successor to the P-3C propeller-driven anti-submarine patrol aircraft, the domestically produced jet-powered P-1 first took flight in September 2007. It is the world's first operational aircraft to utilize a fly-by-light control system, designed to reduce electromagnetic interference. The P-1 is equipped with newly developed sonar and radar systems, significantly enhancing its capability to detect submarines and suspicious vessels.

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) began operating the P-1 in 2013, with current deployments at Atsugi Air Base in Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanoya Air Base in Kagoshima Prefecture. It is also used for pilot and flight crew training at the 203rd Training Squadron, Shimofusa Air Base in Chiba Prefecture.

Kit Features:

• 1/144 scale plastic model kit
• Slats and flaps can be built in open or closed positions
• Includes nose ballast weight
• Molded in colors inspired by the actual aircraft
• Choice to build infrared night vision sensor in stowed or deployed position
• Comes with masking sheet for canopy and window clear parts

Decals included for:

• 3rd Air Squadron, Atsugi Air Base
• 51st Air Squadron
• 1st Air Squadron, Kanoya Air Base
• 203rd Training Squadron, Shimofusa Air Base

Covers tail numbers for 34 aircraft: from aircraft #5502 (modified prototype) and #5503 (first production unit) to #5535

Includes decals for wing paint demarcations when slats/flaps are deployed