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USAF B-52G

SKU: HE572767

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Scale: 1:200

Publisher/Brand: Herpa

Construction: Diecast Metal

Size: Approx. W 27.3cm x L 23.5 cm 

Squadron: 596th Bombing Squadron Barksdale AFB

Operation:  Secret Squirrel

Date: January 16, 1991 to January 17, 1991

Configuration: Standard

Registration: N7470

Stand: No

Production: Limited

Release Date: N/A

Version: Diecast metal, with stand, with antenna, with landing gear

Colours: as shown

 

History:

Operation Senior Surprise, also known as Secret Squirrel, was a long range B-52G Stratofortress cruise missile strike against Iraqi targets that initiated the bombing campaign during Desert Storm. It was given the unofficial nickname 'Operation Secret Squirrel' by the B-52 crews. The mission took place from January 16, 1991, and ended January 17, 1991. Lt. Col John "Jay" Beard, was the mission commander and Barksdale AFB's 596th Bomb Squadron's commanding officer.

 

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    $199.97 Regular Price
    $169.98Sale Price

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