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Academy 1/72 MH-53E HM-14 Vanguard Model Kit

Product Code: ACA-12544
Barcode: 8809258925248
$69.99
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Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14 (HM-14) was a United States Navy helicopter squadron established in 1978 based at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. Nicknamed the Vanguard and flying the MH-53E Sea Dragon, it comprised both active duty and reserve personnel. It was the sister squadron to HM-15, the Blackhawks, based at NS Norfolk.

HM-14 flew its last mission on 8 December 2022 and was deactivated on 30 March 2023. The squadron was officially disestablished in July 2023. Squadron responsibilities were transferred to HM-15 beginning in January 2023.

Features

  • The product precisely depicts the cockpit, the interior of the aircraft, each panel line, and various weapons systems.
  • This kit includes newly designed decals for the U.S. Navy's 14th Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's 111th Air Squadron (Air Mine Countermeasures Unit).