Lockheed Martin® P-3C Orion, VP-45 Pelicans, (1999) Model, Mahogany, 1/78th (18")

Lockheed Martin® P-3C Orion, VP-45 Pelicans (1999) Model   Aviators!  Enjoy this beautifully crafted Lockheed Martin® P-3C Orion™, VP-45 Pelicans Model.  You'll love the craftsmanship and detail.  It is a great piece to honor the legacy of VP-45. Length – 18 inches Made from Mahogany US Naval Aviator Owned Business Officially Licensed by Lockheed Martin The manufacturer does not intend for children 12 years and younger to use the product. LOCKHEED MARTIN®, P-3 Orion™, associated emblems and logos, and body designs of vehicles are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Lockheed Martin Corporation in the USA and/or other jurisdictions, used under license by Squadron Nostalgia LLC Patrol Squadron 45 (VP-45) is a maritime patrol squadron of the United States Navy. Their controversial slogan is "Suck 'em Dry", after the slurping sound of a pelican eating a fish, has drawn criticism in recent years. The squadron was established on 1 November 1942 and is based at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Since 2014, VP-45 is equipped with the P-8 Poseidon aircraft.   070103-N-3278W-001ALI AIR BASE, Iraq (Jan. 3, 2007) - Combat Air Crew (CAC) 12, of Patrol Squadron (VP) 45, prepares for a combat reconnaissance mission in support of the global war on terrorism. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. William L. Webb (RELEASED)