The first-ever Hangar 9 turbine jet is a perfect way for experienced pilots to move into turbine-powered models. It’s also ideal for seasoned jet pilots looking for great value in a well-behaved platform with excellent performance and handling. This version features a scale military trim scheme that includes a variety of details.
Key Features- Distinctive subject matter with a wide performance envelope capable of scale to sport and aerobatic flying
- High level of completion out of the box with an electric retract set, wheels, and brakes included
- Includes a complete hardware pack featuring a double-wall tail pipe and fuel tank
- Lightweight carbon-reinforced balsa and plywood construction
- Scale trim scheme with panel lines, rivets, and weathering
Developed in the 1970s, the Aermacchi MB-339 is an advanced military trainer and light attack aircraft. Produced by Alenia Aermacchi SpA of Varese, Italy, it has been widely exported and is in service with the air forces of Argentina, Dubai, Italy, Malaysia, New Zealand, and many more. It saw action between Eritrea and Ethiopia in the late 1990s and during the Falklands War in the early 80s. This version is finished with a scale military trim scheme featuring printed covering that includes panel lines, rivets, weathering, and other scale details.
The first Hangar 9 turbine jet is a perfect way for experienced pilots to move into turbine-powered models. It’s also ideal for seasoned jet pilots looking for great value in a well-behaved platform with excellent performance and easy handling. The full-scale Aermacchi MB-339 was designed and manufactured in the 1970s by Alenia Aermacchi SpA as a military jet trainer and light attack aircraft. This ARF aircraft has been designed to meet the need for an easy to fly yet fully aerobatic jet model suitable for 60-86N size turbine engines. It features lightweight balsa and plywood construction with carbon fiber reinforcements, plus this version is finished with a scale trim scheme featuring printed covering that includes panel lines, rivets, weathering, and other details.
Features- Scale trim scheme featuring printed covering with panel lines, rivets, weathering, and other details
- Carbon fiber reinforced wood construction provides a light and strong airframe
- Two-piece, bolt-together fuselage featuring a removable nose section
- Multiple hatches allow easy access to the turbine and other components
- Large top-hatch offers access to the electronics and fuel system
- Detailed cockpit includes two painted pilot figures and instrument panels
- Includes electric retract set with trailing link struts, wheels, and electric brakes
- Two-piece, plug-in wing for easier transport and storage
- Dual-wall stainless steel tail pipe included
- Complete hardware kit includes fuel tank
- Removable stabilizer for even easier storage and transportation
- Includes optional-use and easy to install/remove tip tanks
Lightweight ConstructionLaser-cut, carbon-reinforced balsa and plywood construction is utilized to bring the MB-339 to life as a scale model that's expertly built to exacting standards.
Easy Access and AssemblyThe convenient hatches are large for easy access to vital components such as the electronics and batteries. The two-piece plug-in wing makes this large airplane easy to transport and assemble with minimal fuss so you can arrive at the field and be in the air quickly.
Distinctive PerformanceThe Hangar 9 Aermacchi MB-339 has great in-flight presence and amazing handling. It’s equally at home performing show passes, or graceful aerobatics.
Included Electric RetractsThe electric retract system includes trailing-link struts, wheels with electronic brakes, and features all-metal durability.
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