Be Enthralled with This Stunning RQ1 Predator Model Airplane

Unbeatable museum quality best describes our handcrafted model airplanes just like the Predator UAV. After passing through the hands of master craftsmen, the parts are sanded and primed many times. Talented artists then paint on the intricate details with great accuracy. A final coat of clear lacquer protects the aircraft and gives it a glossy finish. Our RQ1 Predator Model Airplane exhibits an unmatched quality and intricate design to obtain the exact look of the actual RQ1 Predator Model Airplane.

The RQ1 UAV Predator Model Plane comes with a handsome mahogany-based chrome pedestal, and undergoes various stages of quality control before being placed in its box. The RQ1 UAV Predator Model Plane is perfect as an addition to a growing collection or as an exquisite gift to a loved one. Each RQ1 UAV Predator Model Plane will surely mesmerize aviation enthusiasts and hobbyists for it is truly a work of art that relives their memory of the actual UAV Predator.

RQ1 Predator UAV History:

The RQ-1 Predator (also known as MQ-1) is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that serves as a reconnaissance role and it can also carry and use two AGM-114 Hellfire missiles.  The aircraft has been in service since 1995 and been in combat over Afghanistan, Bosnia, Serbia, Iraq and Yemen.

The RQ-1 Predator is a system, not just plain aircraft.  The Predator system was initially designated the RQ-1 Predator. The "R" stands for reconnaissance while the "Q" means unmanned aircraft system and the "1" described it as being the first of a series of purpose-built unmanned reconnaissance aircraft systems.  The Air Force officially changed the designation to MQ-1 with the "M" for multi-role.

The RQ-1 Predator program began as a quick reaction Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD) program.  A competitive contract was awarded to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Predator first flew in July 1994, with less than one year after contract award.  By late 1996, subsequent testing was conducted over the next two years.

In June 1996, the Predator completed its 30-month trial Advanced Concept Technology Demonstrations (ACTD) and was sent to the Air Force Air Combat Command's 11th Reconnaissance Squadron, Nellis AFB, Nevada in September of the same year.

Predator has been in over 1,000 missions and 8,000 flight hours in various combat deployments.  Predator is currently operational with the United States Air Force 11th and 15th Reconnaissance Squadrons.