Product Description
- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Douglas C-47A Skytrain Transport Aircraft "Night Fright" "79th TCS, 436th TCG, US Station, 466 Membury, England" (1944) "The Aviation Archive" Series die cast model by Corgi.
- Brand new box.
- Has sliding door.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Includes display stand.
- Movable sweeping wings.
- Officially licensed product.
- Folding wings and rotating turrets.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Removable engine covers and opening canopy.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 10.5, Wingspan- 16 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Douglas C-47 Skytrain, also known as the Dakota in British military service, was a military transport aircraft developed from the Douglas DC-3 airliner. It was used extensively during World War II and beyond, primarily for the transportation of troops and cargo.
- The Night Fright, designated as C-47A 42-100521, was a part of the 79th Troop Carrier Squadron and 436th Troop Carrier Group. It played a significant role in the Normandy landings on June 6, 1944, during which it towed a Waco CG-4A glider carrying troops from the 82nd Airborne Division.
- The Night Fright went on to participate in Operation Market Garden and the Battle of the Bulge, two of the largest Allied operations in Western Europe during World War II. After the war, it was sold to a private owner and was eventually restored to its wartime configuration. Today, it is on display at the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio.
- The 1:72 scale model of the Night Fright is a great way to commemorate the service of this iconic aircraft. With its authentic markings and attention to detail, this model is sure to be a treasured addition to any aviation enthusiast's collection.
