{"product_id":"17445-aires-2197-f-104gs-starfighter-cockpit-set-m-b-gq-7a-ejection-seat-132-italeri","title":"Aires 2197 F-104G\/S Starfighter cockpit set (MB GQ-7A ejection seat) 1\/32 Italeri","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAires 2197 F-104G\/S Starfighter cockpit set (M.B. GQ-7A ejection seat) 1\/32 Italeri\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAires 2197 F-104G\/S Starfighter cockpit set\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality upgrade set designed to enhance a plastic model of the F-104G\/S Starfighter aircraft in 1\/32 scale, dedicated to Italeri kits. This product is intended for experienced modelers who expect an exceptional level of realism and detail when recreating the cockpit of the famous Lockheed F-104 Starfighter jet fighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe F-104G\/S Starfighter was widely used by numerous NATO air forces, including, among others:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWest Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eItaly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBelgium\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe Netherlands\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNorway\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTurkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDenmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Starfighter mainly served during the \u003cstrong\u003eCold War\u003c\/strong\u003e era, from the early 1960s to the late 1980s. It was extensively used for border patrols, reconnaissance missions, and as an interceptor fighter. The Aires set represents the cockpit version fitted with the Martin Baker GQ-7A ejection seat, characteristic of later F-104G\/S examples operated by the Italian and German air forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis cockpit is made from the highest quality \u003cstrong\u003eresin\u003c\/strong\u003e, which allows for very accurate reproduction of instrument panels, sidewalls, levers, control pedals, as well as the highly detailed M.B. GQ-7A ejection seat. The set also includes photo-etched metal parts, such as harnesses and small details, enhancing the realism of the model and making the cockpit extremely faithful to the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/strong\u003e resin model (upgrade set for plastic models), accessory set for scale modeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAires 2197 F-104G\/S Starfighter cockpit set\u003c\/strong\u003e is highly recommended for advanced modelers, enthusiasts of 20th-century military aviation, and fans of detailed craftsmanship. This add-on allows for a significant increase in both the aesthetic qualities and authenticity of any 1\/32 scale F-104G\/S model, ensuring satisfaction during assembly and a perfect final result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly difficulty: 4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – requires precision, resin part handling, and experience with photo-etched elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aires","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720115048782,"sku":"AIRE2197","price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/ca3e7e6b81c9dfe49008a569efad0296.jpg?v=1755492060","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/17445-aires-2197-f-104gs-starfighter-cockpit-set-m-b-gq-7a-ejection-seat-132-italeri","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}