McDonnell Douglas-built single-seat, all-weather, carrier-capable, multi-role fighter as adapted by NASA for research support and pilot proficiency. Model has raised panel lines, basic cockpit, optional position undercarriage, 1-piece canopy and external stores (two drop tanks, four bombs and two AIM-9 missiles). Decals and painting guide for 2 National Aeronautics and Space Administration aircraft assigned to the Dryden Flight Research Center: BuNo 161519, N843NA and BuNo 161705, N851NA.