Kinetic 48158 1/48 F/A-18A+ "Operation Okra"

Model Aircraft Kit

The Kinetic 1/48 F/A-18A+ Operation Okra model aircraft kit captures a modernized legacy Hornet as operated by the Royal Australian Air Force during combat operations against ISIS. Featuring finely engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit, accurate F/A-18A+ airframe upgrades, and a comprehensive selection of external stores, this kit provides an authentic representation of Australias upgraded classic Hornet fleet.

The F/A-18A+ represents the Royal Australian Air Forces upgraded fleet of original F/A-18A/B Hornets, enhanced with improved avionics, radar systems, electronic warfare equipment, and weapons capabilities to extend their operational life. These aircraft played a key role in Australias contribution to Operation Okra, the Australian Defence Forces mission supporting coalition operations against the Islamic State group in Iraq and Syria. The Hornets combination of multirole capability, reliability, and carrier-inspired design made it a highly effective platform for air defense, precision strike, and reconnaissance missions.