ACA12560 - Academy - USN EA-18G VAQ-141 Shadowhawks

ACA12560 - Academy - USN EA-18G VAQ-141 Shadowhawks 

The EA-18G Growler VAQ-141 “Shadowhawks” (Academy 12560) is a 1/72 scale model of the U.S. Navy’s carrier-based electronic warfare aircraft, developed from the F/A-18F Super Hornet. Designed to replace the EA-6B Prowler, the EA-18G is a modern airborne electronic attack platform equipped for radar jamming, suppression of enemy air defences, and escort electronic warfare missions. Operated by VAQ-141 “Shadowhawks,” the type has seen extensive service aboard U.S. Navy carrier strike groups, supporting strike packages with advanced electronic countermeasures and stand-off jamming capabilities.

Academy’s kit captures the sleek twin-seat Growler airframe with accurate electronic warfare antenna detailing, finely engraved RAM-style surface panels, and a complete ordnance and pod fit typical of VAQ-141 deployments. The kit also includes multiple marking options representing operational carrier-based aircraft.

Box Contents:

• Injection-moulded plastic sprues
• Detailed EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft (1/72 scale)
• Finely engraved surface detail with RAM paneling representation
• Two-seat cockpit with instrument panels and ejection seats
• ALQ-99 jamming pods and underwing electronic warfare stores
• AIM-120 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles for self-defence
• External fuel tanks for extended carrier operations
• Detailed landing gear and wheel well components
• Clear canopy parts with optional open/closed configuration
• Waterslide decals for VAQ-141 “Shadowhawks” markings (multiple carrier deployments)
• Illustrated assembly instructions