The Skies of the Vietnam War come to Life Academy's New A-37B Dragonfly Academy brings the realism of the skies of Vietnam to plastic models with the release of one of the war's aviation workhorses A-37B Dragonfly. Designed to combat guerilla warfare, the A-37B Dragonfly was what the military referred to as a counter-insurgency (COIN) aircraft. It was based on the T-37, a prototype jet trainer first flown in 1954. The trainer was converted into the A-37A turbojet, which beginning in 1967 saw extensive action in Vietnam. Academy's reproduction of the A-37B Dragonfly in 1/72nd scale is a thrilling tribute to those who flew this fine aircraft. With its incredible detailing Academy proves its dedication to precision in this kit as well as with every model it produces. This kit includes: Fully engraved panel lines and rivet detail Highly detailed cockpit interior and landing gear bay Various under-wing weaponry Scale: 1/72nd Item No: 1663 Retail price: $9.00