The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.

The F-117A was designed as a sub-sonic bomber with a very low radar signature for penetration of enemy air space. During Operation "Desert Storm" in early 1991 the F-117A played a major role in the night-time precision bombing of heavily defended targets over Iraq.