The Italeri Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk - Night Raid 1:72 Helicopter Model Building Kit is a detailed scale replica of the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk used by the United States from the 90s during a Night Raid mission. The Black Hawk is the U.S. Armys front-line utility helicopter used for air assault, air cavalry and aeromedicals evacuation units. It is designed to carry 11 combat-loaded air assault troops and it is capable of moving a 105 mm. Howitzer and 30 rounds of ammunition. First deployed in 1978, the Black Hawks advanced technology makes it easy to maintain in the field. The Black Hawk has performed admirably in a variety of missions, including air assault, air cavalry and aeromedicals evacuations, including Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq. In addition, modified Black Hawks operate as special operations platforms. Over the years Italeri has built a strong reputation for producing high quality plastic models and the 1/72 Aircraft range is no different. In this series the Italian company has produced some of the best known aircraft ranging from iconic World War II bombers and fighters through to some of todays most sophisticated planes such as the Euro Fighter and Raptor. Italeri prides its self in offering some rare unusual aircraft too in 1/72 scale, many not offered by other manufacturers. The 1/72 Aircraft series also includes an extensive collection of helicopters. Italeri instructions are simple and straight forward and ideal for the first time modeller as well as the experienced model maker. These assembly kits require paint and modelling glue available separately from all leading retailers. For total beginners Italeri has produced a range of Model Sets. The Model Sets come complete with paint, paint brush and glue, making them ideal as a gift item or for those new to the hobby.