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Russian MiG-21 Fishbed Model Aircraft.
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MiG-21PF 1/48 Kit

a MiG-21PF, an upgraded version of the MiG-21F with a larger air intake and nose cone for the R1L "Spin-Scan" radar and equipment that enabled all-weather operations, this 1/48 scale, plasti

c kit features recessed panel lines, a detailed cockpit with an optional-position canopy, infrared "Atoll" air-to-air missiles and a centerline fuel tank, optional-position landing gear and air brakes, a choice of Soviet or Indian Air Force markings, and more. 13" long; 64 parts, skill level 2.

MiG-21MF 1/72 Die Cast Model
Giron Beach Guard Brigade, 21st Interceptor Rgmnt., Cuban AF

With more than 11,000 units built, the Soviet-designed MiG-21 was the most-produced supersonic aircraft in history. A replica of a MiG-21MF (modernized with up-rated engine) flown with the Giron Beach Guard Brigade, 21st Interceptor Regiment, of the Cuban Revolutionary Air and Air Defense Force (DAAFAR) in 1993, this 1/72 scale, die cast Hobby Master model features engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit with a pilot figure and an optional-position canopy, wing- and fuselage-mounted missiles and fuel tanks, optional-position landing gear, authentic markings, and more. 8" long; arrives ready to display on the included stand.

MiG-21 PF Fishbed 1/72 Die Cast Model
Nguyen Van Coc, 921st Sao Do, 1968

a delta-wing MiG-21 flown by 9-victory ace Nguyen Van Coc - probably the top scoring ace of the Vietnam War - of the 921st Sao Do, Vietnam People's Air Force, in 1968, this limited edition, 1/72 scale, die cast model features engraved panel and hatch lines, a detailed cockpit with a glazed canopy, a realistic pitot tube, wing-mounted JATO rockets, a removable gun pod, optional position landing gear, authentic markings, and more. Measures 8" long with a 3" wingspan and includes a display stand.

Battle Damaged MiG-21 1/72 Kit

MiG-21 MF 1/48 Scale Model Kit
Plastic Model Airplane Kit
One of the most produced and widely used jet fighters ever, the MiG-21MF variant  features an upgraded engine, improved avionics and more versatile weapons  capability. Plastic kit features recessed panel lines; detailed cockpit with ejection seat, instrument panel, and more; realistic wheel wells and landing gear including gear door linkages; optional position canopy, flaps and speed break; assorted  weapons and choice of markings. 142 pieces; assembly required.

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Russian MiG-21 Fishbed Aircraft Books.

Mirage III vs. MiG-21
Engage the Enemy Duel 28

Six Day War 1967
Aloni. While opposing forces of the Six Day War were both flying comparable third-generation Mach 2 jet fighters, the pilots were trained to different standards and utilized different tactics. Through firsthand accounts and specially commissioned artwork, this book tells the dramatic story of those dogfights in the skies over the Middle East. 80 pages, B&W photographs and color illustrations, 7"x 9", softcover.

Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 Pilot's Flight Operating Instruction

Designed as a Mach 2.0 interceptor, the legendary MiG-21 was produced in greater numbers than any other jet aircraft. Originally printed by NATO, this manual - previously classified as "Restricted" - includes both an overview of the famous Soviet fighter's design and operating instructions for the pilot. 230 reformatted pages, B&W photographs and illustrations, 8"x 11", softcover.

MiG-21 Fishbed Walk Around Part 2.
Softbound Book.

Stapfer. Continues the coverage begun in Volume 1 with a detailed inside and out look at the third and fourth generation MiG-21s, which featured improved performance for both the Soviet Air Force and for export from the mid-1960s through the 1970s. So good were these aircraft that large numbers remain in service even today. 80 pages with 40 pages of color, 12 color profiles, 11"x 8", softcover.

Warsaw Pact Air Forces.
Softbound Book.
Stapfer. After WWII, the Warsaw pact was a powerful Soviet-dominated military instrument facing off against NATO in the Cold War. But in 1991, as relations thawed, the Warsaw pact alliance was officially disbanded. This book is a pictorial history of the air forces of that historical alliance from 1955 on. 64 pgs., 275 color and B&W photos, color profiles, and more. 8"x 11", sfbd.

MiG-21 Units of Vietnam War.

Combat Aircraft Vol. 29.
Toperczer. Having honed their skills on the MiG-17 and MiG-19, pilots of the Vietnamese People's Air Force (VPAF) received their first examples of the legendary MiG-21 supersonic fighter in late 1965. Soon in combat over North Vietnam, the guided-missile equipped "Fishbed" proved a deadly opponent for the U.S. crews striking communist targets. Indeed, by the time the last U.S. aircraft was claimed by a VPAF fighter in late 1972, 13 pilots had achieved ace status. Well over 200 MiG-21s were supplied to the VPAF, and the numerous models, and the schemes they wore, are chronicled in great detail in this unique volume. 96 pgs., 89 B&W and 18 color photos, 18 color profiles, and more, 7"x 9", sfbd.

Combat Aircraft Vol. 44.
Arab MiG-19 & MiG-21 Units
Combat Aircraft Vol. 44
Nicolle. The MiG-21 provided the backbone of frontline Egyptian, Syrian and Iraqi air combat strength for many years and was the Arabs' best hope for challenging Israeli air supremacy. Combining material from official sources, private collections and interviews, this is a detailed history that also includes numerous previously unpublished photos. 96 pgs., 99 B&W and 6 color photos, 39 color profiles, line drawings and more. 7"x 9", sfbd.

Russian Air Force MiG-21 Fishbed DVD Videos

Secret Superpower Aircraft Set

For nearly half a century, the USSR and the U.S. engaged in the dangerous battle for hearts, minds and power known as the Cold War. In the name of deterrence and defense, they assembled the most advanced and powerful militaries in history. Now, this series examines the airplanes involved, introducing and interviewing the designers and pilots and detailing the advances that propelled aviation into the future. 50 minutes each.
Bombers
When waves of massive Soviet "Bison" bombers flew over stunned guests at a Moscow air show, it prompted a rapid response from the West, which was unaware that the impressive display was the result of just 18 circling prototypes. As the bomber war heated up, both sides deployed innovation and propaganda in seemingly equal measure. Now, you can tour the Cold War command centers of both sides and see how the dream of constant deterrence powered the development of some of the most successful planes in history. (V9137)
Fighters
See Moscow's 1952 revelation that its fighter jets were outdated lead to a reorganization of air defenses and the MiG-21, learn why a revolutionary Canadian fighter was abruptly cancelled, and discover how fighter defenses over the U.S. were left to Korean War vintage F-86 Sabres well into the 1950s as you watch each new Cold War fighter design inspire the other side to ever greater accomplishments. (V9138)
Quest for Vertical Take-Off
Military planners are obsessed with the vulnerability of airstrips, and the answer to this threat is the ability to fly without them. Enter the VTOL (vertical take off and landing) airplane, which Russia and the U.S. worked for decades to perfect. Here, you'll review the full history, from World War II Nazi designs through early U.S. efforts such as the "Pogo" to the versatile and successful Harrier Jump-Jet. (V9139)
Spy Planes
Armed only with cameras, they flew higher, faster and farther. They had names such as Neptune, RB-57D, U-2, RB-57F, and SR-71 Blackbird. This program tells the tales of these extraordinary creations, detailing their missions and introducing the pioneers who made it all possible. From unforgettable encounters to cancelled projects, this is the complete story of a high-stakes, high-high-altitude battle. (V9140)

Secret Superpower Aircraft - DVD Documentary
For nearly half a century, the USSR and the U.S. engaged in the dangerous battle for hearts, minds and power known as the Cold War. In the name of deterrence and defense, they assembled the most advanced and powerful militaries in history. Now, this series examines the airplanes involved, introducing and interviewing the designers and pilots and detailing the advances that propelled aviation into the future.
Fighters
See Moscow's 1952 revelation that its fighter jets were outdated lead to a reorganization of air defenses and the MiG-21, learn why a revolutionary Canadian fighter was abruptly cancelled, and discover how fighter defenses over the U.S. were left to Korean War vintage F-86 Sabres well into the 1950s as you watch each new Cold War fighter design inspire the other side to ever greater accomplishments. 50 minutes.

Russian MiG-21 Fishbed Aviation Art.

Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21 Fishbed

MiG-21 "Fishbed."
Gordon & Gunston. The MiG-21 is unquestionably one of the greatest fighters of the post-WWII era, and was Russia's first operational Mach 2 interceptor. The files of the MiG design bureau and other previously inaccessible sources reveal the secrets of the fighter that has flown and fought in more countries than any other supersonic jet. 144 pgs. 335 B&W and 46 color photos, color plates and scale plans 8"x 11", sfbd.

General Designer and recognized academician, Rostislav Apollosovich Belyakov, took over the MiG Bureau in 1970 following the death of its founder, Anushavan "Artyom" Ivanovich Mikoyan (05 Aug1905-09 Dec 1970). This was made possible because of Mikhail Iosifovich Gurevich's (12. Jan 1893-12. Nov 1976) retirement in 1964. Belyakov was a graduate of the Moscow Aviation Institute during World War II. He received a State Prize for design excellence in 1951, and was chief designer of the MiG-23 during the 1960's. Belyakov ran the Mikoyan establishment with four Chief Designers, of which Mikhail Romanovich Waldenberg and Anatoly Andreevich Belosvet were the most known in the west, and fourteen deputy Chief Designers. A new Department of Foreign Economic Relations was formed under Leonid Borisovich Leshchiner and his immediate deputy, Yuri Petrovich Golovin, and chartered to work with all of the potential export customers.

These names are mentioned because they show up regularly at the major international air shows and exhibitions. The "Mikoyan OKB", was founded in 1939 on Leningradskiy Shassi (highway) with a series of buildings and a small factory for use in building prototypes. The OKB was at first, as the title implies, strictly an R&D facility that built prototypes. The Mikoyan flight test center is located at Zhukovskiy (called Ramenskoye, or abbreviated "RAM" by western intelligence and used in the intelligence designation of new aircraft such as "RAM-K", "RAM-J", etc.) and at Volga, on the Crimean peninsula, and other facilities on a temporary basis. There has always been the question of why did the US intell organizations recognize Ramenskoye as the name of the test facility when the Russians have always addressed it as Zhukovskiy. When the facility first opened the town of Ramenskoye was the nearest population center. There was a worker's construction camp, named Zhukovskiy, that eventually grew into a larger town and became the nearest population center and official Russian name for the facility.
The Mikoyan OKB could hand tool up no more than two prototypes at one time and usually there were strict security precautions in place. Aircraft manufacturing for flight test articles would move to two production facilities, the closest of which was the Moscow Aircraft Production Organization No. 30 (MAPO), known also as the GAZ-30 plant. The second was the Nizhny Novgorod State Aircraft Plant or the "Znamya Truda" (Banner of Labor) factory which eventually re-organized under the corporate name of Sokol.
The MAPO facility is located in Moscow proper, on Botkinski Street, at the Khodinka bus stop. It is the oldest aircraft production facility in Russia, first utilized in 1909. During 1939, it was redesigned the State Aircraft Works No. 1. Today the factory is still run under Plant Director General Anatoly Sergyevich Manuyev who reports to Mikoyan's Chief Designer Waldenberg and Russian Air Force Plant Representative Colonel Viktor Isayenko. Note that Lenin's glass covered and pressurized casket was built here after his death in 1924.
MAPO employed at its peak up to 30,000 people with an additional 3,000 for non-aviation related production items. It covers over 618 acres of land and space. Production of the MiG-21, MiG-23, MiG-27, and MiG-29 aircraft were all centered at this facility. Flight certification and delivery flights are conducted from Lukhovitsy airfield, which is close by and today occasionally hosts an international air display.
Once the aircraft are in production, the OKB is responsible for designing improvements based on requests and reports from the operational units designated by the air force. The overall design process is done in close collaboration with the Ministry of Aviation Industry (MAP), its Research Institutes (such as TsAGI the aero center), and the military customer. Flight Testing is done in three stages, "plant testing" (no military) at Zhukovskiy, "design testing" (with a mix of military pilots) at environmental facilities all over the country, and "state testing" (extensive military participation) at designated military installations where the aircraft become certified for use by the Air Forces.
During a visit to colleges and defense plants in the United States, Rostislav A. Belyakov candidly voiced his opinions on the objectives and lessons learned from the MiG-29 development program and they were published in "Some Aspects of the MiG Aircraft Development", Mikoyan Design Bureau, 1989.