• Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Lockheed YF-117 Nighthawk Stealth Aircraft "79-10782, 410th FTS, Edwards AFB" (2005) United States Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master.
• Brand new box.
• Detailed exterior.
• True-to-scale detail.
• Includes display stand.
• Officially licensed product.
• Includes missile accessories.
• Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
• Dimensions approximately Length- 11, Wingspan- 7 inches.
• Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
• It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.

HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Lockheed YF-117A Nighthawk was the prototype and pre-production version of the revolutionary F-117 Nighthawk, the world's first operational stealth combat aircraft. Developed in extreme secrecy by Lockheed's Skunk Works division, the aircraft emerged from the Have Blue stealth technology demonstrator program that sought to dramatically reduce radar detection. The YF-117A's unique faceted design, radar-absorbent materials, and advanced flight control systems represented a major breakthrough in military aviation. Aircraft 79-10782 was one of the early test and development airframes that helped prove the concepts that would ultimately lead to the operational F-117 fleet.
Throughout its career, 79-10782 was extensively involved in flight testing and evaluation activities at Edwards Air Force Base, California. Assigned to the 410th Flight Test Squadron during its later years, the aircraft contributed to the continued study and validation of stealth technologies, flight characteristics, and systems performance. By 2005, the YF-117A had become an important historical and research asset, representing the origins of a program that transformed modern air warfare. The aircraft's continued operation at Edwards highlighted its value as both a test platform and a living link to one of the most significant aerospace developments of the Cold War era.
While the specific YF-117A prototype 79-10782 was primarily a test aircraft and did not participate directly in combat operations, the operational F-117 Nighthawk fleet that evolved from its development played a crucial role in several major conflicts. F-117 aircraft were famously used during Operation Just Cause in Panama, Operation Desert Storm in Iraq, Operation Allied Force over Kosovo, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Their ability to penetrate heavily defended airspace and strike high-value targets with precision demonstrated the effectiveness of stealth technology and reshaped military doctrine worldwide. The success of these combat missions can be traced directly back to prototype aircraft such as 79-10782 and the testing performed at Edwards Air Force Base.
The YF-117A remains a landmark achievement in aviation history, representing the transition from conventional aircraft design to the stealth era. Its unconventional appearance and groundbreaking technology challenged traditional aerospace engineering principles and paved the way for later stealth aircraft such as the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II. Aircraft 79-10782 stands as an enduring symbol of innovation, secrecy, and technological advancement during one of the most important periods in military aviation history.
This 1:72 scale model is a highly detailed replica of YF-117A Nighthawk 79-10782 as operated by the 410th Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base. Featuring authentic markings and the distinctive angular shape that made the aircraft legendary, it captures the pioneering spirit of the world's first stealth fighter program. Perfect for collectors of experimental aircraft and modern military aviation, this replica makes a remarkable display piece celebrating a revolutionary aircraft that changed aerial warfare forever.