F-18 Hornet PlaneTag - BuNo 163124 Overview:

Dive into the legacy of military aviation with exclusive F-18 PlaneTags, crafted by MotoArt from the authentic skin of BuNo 163124. Experience the thrill of holding history in your hands - directly from the skies to your collection!

BuNo 163124* was originally designed as an F/A-18A, and later converted to a F/A-18A++. 163124 served with distinction, flying with the VFA-15 “Valions”, the VMFA-312 “Checkerboards,” and the VMFA-115 “Silver Eagles”. MotoArt acquired the derelict aircraft in 2024.

* A Bureau Number (BuNo) is a serial number assigned to aircraft by the Navy Bureau of Aeronautics. Each aircraft is assigned a BuNo for identification and record purposes. The number remains with the aircraft from acceptance by the Navy until the aircraft is retired or stricken from the Navy inventory.

The history of the F/A-18 Hornet begins in the 1970s, a period marked by rapid technological advancements and shifting military defense strategies. The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps were in the market for a new, versatile, carrier-capable fighter jet, able to fulfill both air-to-air combat and ground attack roles. This need was driven by the desire to replace older aircraft, and to adapt to the changing dynamics of aerial warfare, which demanded greater agility, reliability, and multirole capabilities.

The McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet is a twin-engine, supersonic, all-weather multirole fighter jet. Designed for both air superiority and strike missions, it is equipped with an array of weapons and avionics enabling it to perform air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack operations. Serving as a cornerstone of the U.S. Military's carrier-based air power, the F-18 has proven its versatility and reliability across countless missions globally, inspiring awe with every flight.

Don't miss your chance to preserve a piece of this extraordinary history. Add F-18 Hornet PlaneTags from BuNo 163124 to your collection today and keep the legacy of this remarkable aircraft alive.

• McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet BuNo 163124
• Cut from the Exterior (Gray) skin of the F-18.
• Limited edition tag with only 5000 copies made
• Each tag is individually numbered
• Includes an attractive and strong metal loop to keep it attached
• Back side provides space to write your name, address, and phone number
• Can be used as a luggage tag, key ring or decorative accessory

PlaneTags are made from actual retired aircraft fuselage, not merely stamped metal. Because PlaneTags are made from real fuselage, each PlaneTag bears the color, thickness, and wear and tear from the portion of the fuselage from which it was cut and it is therefore rare to create two identical PlaneTags. These variations and imperfections are not product flaws. They are part of the beauty of PlaneTags. The images on this website are provided for reference only and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a particular PlaneTag.

F-18 CHARACTERISTICS:

Manufacturer: McDonnell Douglas
Model: F/A-18A++-21-MC
BuNo: 163124
Crew: 1
Wing Span: 40 Ft 4 In W/AIM-9 Sidewinders On Wingtips
Length: 56 ft 1 in
Height: 15 ft 5 in
Armament: 1x 20mm M61A1 Vulcan, 9x Hardpoints W/17,000lb Capacity And Various Loadout Configurations

PERFORMANCE:

Combat Range:460 Mi W/Air-Air Mission Loadout
Cruise Speed: 570 kts
Ceiling: 50,000 ft
Empty Weight:23,000 lb
Max Takeoff:51,900 lb
Rate of Climb: 50,000 ft / min
Engine: 2x General Electric F404-Ge400 After-Burning Turbofans