"Blue Angels – 80 Years" gift set: A journey through time in navy blue and gold
For eight decades, the “Blue Angels” have epitomised precision in aviation and the pride of US naval aviation. In April 2026, the world’s most famous aerobatic team will celebrate its 80th anniversary. To mark this milestone in style, Revell is releasing a very special set that brings together the past and the present. With this gift set, you are not just building an aircraft, but the evolution of a legend: from the squadron’s very first aircraft, the F6F Hellcat, to the current high-tech machine, the F/A-18 Hornet. Thanks to the included accessories (paints, glue, brushes), you can immediately immerse yourself in this fascinating story.
Why this set is the ultimate anniversary collectable
• Historical duo: The set contains two complete kits: the classic Grumman F6F Hellcat (1946) and the modern Boeing F/A-18 (current).
• Everything included: As a gift set, Revell includes the matching Aqua Color paints (for the iconic blue and yellow), a brush and Contacta Professional Mini glue.
• Technology comparison: Experience a direct comparison between the powerful propeller-driven fighter of the Second World War and the aerodynamic supersonic jet.
• Exclusive decals: The decals provide an authentic representation of the historic fighter and the modern display jet.
• Model-building fun in a double pack: With a total of 91 parts and difficulty level 4, this set offers varied model-building for advanced and ambitious beginners aged 12 and over.
Building this set is a journey through time. You might start with the Hellcat, which still exudes the angular ruggedness of the 1940s, and then move on to the flowing lines of the Hornet. Both models are painted in the distinctive, world-famous Blue Angels colour scheme. The result is an impressive display that illustrates just how rapidly aviation has evolved over the past 80 years – from piston engines to the jet age.
Background information
In 1946, Admiral Chester W. Nimitz founded the Blue Angels to maintain public interest in naval aviation. Their first aircraft was the battle-tested Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat. Today, 80 years later, pilots fly extremely powerful F/A-18 jets in formations with the wingtips often just a few centimetres apart. This set honours the tradition, discipline and skill that connects generations of pilots.
Contents
• 2 x plastic model kits (F6F Hellcat & F/A-18, unassembled)
• Illustrated, multilingual assembly instructions
• Decal set (Anniversary Edition)
• Brush
• Basic colours (Revell Aqua Color)
• Adhesive (Revell Contacta Professional Mini)
• Scale: 1:72
• Difficulty level: 4/5
• Recommended age: 12 years
