Hobby Master 6525 1/72 MIG-29 Ghost of Kyiv 40th Tactical Aviation Brigade Ukrainian AF Vasylkiv AB 2023

The Ghost of Kyiv is the nickname given to a mythical MiG-29 Fulcrum flying ace who was alleged to have shot down six Russian planes over Kyiv during the Kyiv offensive on 24 February 2022. 

The origin of the myth is unclear, but it was propagated widely by both Ukrainian and Western media outlets, as well as official sources such as the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Security Service of Ukraine. The Ghost of Kyiv has been credited as a morale booster for Ukrainians during the Russo-Ukrainian War.

Features

• Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
  
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
  
• Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
  
• Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
  
• Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.