{"product_id":"20933-trumpeter-02879-pla-jl-9-plateau-eagle","title":"Trumpeter 02879 PLA JL-9 Plateau Eagle","description":"\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTrumpeter 02879 PLA JL-9 Plateau Eagle 1:48 – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrumpeter 02879 PLA JL-9 Plateau Eagle\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit in the popular \u003cstrong\u003e1:48\u003c\/strong\u003e scale, from the renowned company Trumpeter. This model represents the Chinese trainer aircraft \u003cstrong\u003eGuizhou JL-9 (FTC-2000 Plateau Eagle)\u003c\/strong\u003e, widely used by the \u003cstrong\u003ePeople's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF)\u003c\/strong\u003e and Naval Aviation (PLANAF).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background and Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe JL-9 aircraft was developed and publicly unveiled for the first time at the China International Aviation \u0026 Aerospace Exhibition in 2001, as a replacement for the aging JJ-7. It is used for transitional training of pilots preparing for the most modern Chinese fighters, such as the \u003cem\u003eChengdu J-10\u003c\/em\u003e and Russian models: \u003cem\u003eSukhoi Su-27SK\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSukhoi Su-30MKK\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eShenyang J-11\u003c\/em\u003e. Its maiden flight took place on December 13, 2003, and it obtained certification and entered mass production in 2009. The JL-9 is used by the modern armed forces of China and is still actively in use today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTrumpeter 02879 Kit Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlastic model kit for assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNumber of parts: over 110 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e9 sprues (part frames)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLength of completed model: 320 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWingspan: 175 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear and sharp panel lines, surface details, landing gear bays\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTransparent parts for the canopy and cockpit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 photo-etched part for realistic finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNo metal or resin components; model entirely made from high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCategory and Intended Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model kit for assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e, intended mainly for intermediate and advanced modelers who appreciate precise details and modern military aviation. The model provides an excellent base for detailing and customization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommendation and Difficulty Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe recommend the Trumpeter 02879 PLA JL-9 Plateau Eagle to enthusiasts of Asian military aviation and those who want to expand their collection of contemporary trainer and combat aircraft models. The kit requires some experience – \u003cstrong\u003ewe rate the difficulty at 3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a great choice for modelers looking to advance their skills and add a unique machine important to modern China to their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlue and paints are not included\u003c\/strong\u003e – these must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720192872782,"sku":"TRUM02879","price":107.13,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/4a4acd09d1b7803ad555d136a21d4e03.jpg?v=1755494630","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.pl\/en\/products\/20933-trumpeter-02879-pla-jl-9-plateau-eagle","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}