Aerobonus 480176 US Navy Fighter/Attack Pilot with ejection seat for F/A-18E/F 1/48 Hasegawa/Revell – Resin Accessory Model

Aerobonus 480176 US Navy Fighter/Attack Pilot with ejection seat is a unique modeling accessory set in 1/48 scale, compatible with F/A-18E/F Super Hornet kits produced by Hasegawa and Revell. This high-quality resin component offers a realistic representation of a modern US Navy carrier-based aviation pilot, complete with an ejection seat—a precise replica of the SJU-17(V) NACES seat used in Super Hornets.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: United States of America
• Era of use: Modern times – from the late 1990s to present day
• Category: Resin model – accessory for plastic model kits
• Set contents: Carefully cast US Navy pilot with realistic aviation equipment, modern SJU-17 seat, minimal parts for assembly
• Material: Precisely cast resin, high-quality details; no metal or photo-etched parts included

Brief historical description and usage

The figure depicts a US Navy carrier-based fighter pilot equipped according to contemporary aviation standards, ready for flight or display during cockpit inspection. The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet is the flagship combat aircraft of the US fleet, present on all Nimitz and Ford-class aircraft carriers from 1999 to the present day. The E/F version has been used in operations such as Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, Inherent Resolve, as well as in numerous exercise and combat missions during the Cold War and modern period.

Product advantages

• Precisely reproduced details of the uniform, equipment, and seat
• An ideal complement for F/A-18E/F models—enables dynamic diorama presentations
• Compact form facilitates mounting in the cockpit or as a standalone vignette
• Easy assembly—also perfect for beginner modelers

This product is recommended for modelers looking for a realistic addition to their Super Hornet cockpit, as well as for collectors creating dioramas of modern US Navy operations. The assembly difficulty is rated at 2, making the set optimal for both beginners and intermediate modelers. If you value authenticity, sharp details, and want to add character to your model—Aerobonus 480176 is an excellent choice.