Wright Flyer First Powered Flight

Scale 1/39
Skill Level 2 plastic model kit by Revell-Monogram
December 17, 1903: Orville and Wilbur Wright made history one century ago on the sands of Kitty Hawk, NC, when they successfuly flew the flying machine that they had built. With Orville at the controls, it was the first time man had flown in a powered aircraft. Features: Launch track and newly tooled figures of the Wright Brothers.

RMX5243 - $15.95

$13.79

Vought F4U-1A Corsair

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
Built around the new Pratt & Whitney R-2800 2000hp engine, and turning the largest propeller ever attached to a fighter plane (4m dia.), this gull-winged wonder was destined to be a success. In June 1942, the F4U-1 production models made their maiden flight. However, due to their restricted forward field of view, and because of a propeller wash effect caused them to stall left wing first during low speed landings, they first were used as land based fighters. Succeeding the F4U-1 in the summer of 1943 was the F4U-1A, which was equipped with an extended rear wheel landing gear shaft, a slightly modified glazed canopy, and a small triangular strip of metal bolted to the right leading edge of the wing to equalize the stall and avoid the roll to the left at touch-down. Despite these improvements, the new F6F Hell Cat was adopted as the main carrier-borne aircraft, and the first combat Corsairs became relegated to land based US Marine squadrons in the South Pacific. Major Boyington and 2nd Lieutenant Hanson of the U.S. Marines, Lt. Kepford of the Navy and other ace-pilots, bravely flew the F4U-1A into fierce air-combats, overpowering the Japanese Zero fighters with tremendous top speed and six 12.7mm heavy machine guns.

TAM61070 - $29.00

T-6G Texan

Plastic Model Kit by Italeri
The T-6 was developed with the aim to obtain a trainer that was “economical” but had all the characteristics of the fighter planes in service at the time. It rapidly became the trainer most widely used by the Allied forces. In all, about 15,500 T-6 Texans were produced, and their use extended beyond the end of World War II.
Kit features cockpit detail including wall and control panels, detailed engine with optional spinner type, armament, detailed landing gear. Waterslide decal markings included for:
1: EALA 3/1, "Air Pluto", Algeria (1961):
2: EALA 11/72, La Reghaia, Algeria (1957)
3: SNJ-5 US Navy, NAS Guantanamo, Cuba (1956)
4: Harvard Mk.IV Luftwaffe, Kaufbeuren Fligerhorst, Germany (1961)
5: T-6G Aeronautica Militare Accademia Aereonautica, Napoli (1955)
Scale 1/48. Length 7.5" Wingspan 10 5/8". Skill level 2. Glue and paint required (not included).

ITA2652 - $30.00

$25.49

Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vb Trop.

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
The Supermarine Spitfire is regarded by many as the most beautifully designed single seat fighter to appear during WWII. The Spitfire went through numerous major and minor changes throughout its long production life. The Spitfire that demonstrated such superb performance over its homeland, was also urgently required for operations overseas. One of the better known versions was the North African prepared Spitfire designated "TROP", for Tropical. The biggest problem in desert operations was the intake of abrasive sands into the engine, which quickly wore out moving parts. To overcome this difficulty a Vokes air filter was affixed over the carburetor intake.

TAM61035 - $29.00

SR-71A Blackbird SnapTite®

Scale 1/110
Skill Level 1 SnapTite® Plastic Model Kit by Revell-Monogram
Flying at speeds in excess of Mach 3 (almost 2,000 mph), the Blackbird was instrumental in gathering strategic reconnaissance information from altitudes too high to detect. Features: Easy snap-together construction, parts molded in color, special decal sheet with one set of authentic markings and a bonus set of custom graphics such as lightning bolts and shark jaws.

RMX1187 - $14.95

$12.95

SR-71A Blackbird

Scale 1/72
Skill Level 2 plastic model kit by Revell-Monogram
This unique airplane flew at 2,000 mph at altitudes that are still classified. With high-tech electronic equipment on board, it gathered strategic reconnaissance information for the U.S. military for over 25 years. Features: Accurate surface detail, can be built as drone carrier (drone included), waterslide decals.

RMX5810 - $19.95

$16.99

Spitfire SnapTite

Scale 1/72
Skill Level 1 SnapTite® Plastic Model Kit by Revell-Monogram
Easy snap-together assembly. Pre-decorated - Glue and paint not required.

RMX851375 - $7.95

Spitfire MK-II

Scale 1/48
Skill Level 2 plastic model kit by Revell-Monogram
When Winston Churchill spoke of the few that gave so much, he was referring to the R.A.F. pilots in their Spitfires. Originally a seaplane, the Spitfire won a competition to become the R.A.F.'s number one fighter. It proved to be more than a match for the best that Germany could muster. Its kill ratio was 10 to 1 in the skies over England. Features: Deatiled cockpit area, landing gear, waterslide decals.

RMX5239 - $15.95

$13.79

SPAD XIII WWI RAF

Plastic Model Kit by Academy
One of the fastest and most famous World War I fighters, this biplane flew for the Allied forces.

Scale: 1/72
Length: 3"
Width: 4-1/4"
Height: 1"

ACY1623 - $5.00

Sopwith Triplane

Plastic model kit by Revell
Two-piece fuselage, accurately molded with authentic surface details. Features detailed radial engine, pilot figure. Waterslide decals for a British Royal Navy Air Squadron version
Scale 1/72. Length: 3.26". Skill level 3 - advanced kit. Glue & paint required - not included.

RVL04187 - $5.95

SNJ Texan

Scale 1/72
Skill Level 2 kit by Testors
The SNJ was the US Navy version of the Air Force T-6 Texan. The genealogy of the T-6/SNJ can be traced back to the North American NA-16 which first flew in 1934. Later models of the T-6/SNJ series featured retracting landing gear, an all metal fuselage, reshaped wing tips and with the SNJ-3 a reshaped rudder which finally gave the Texan its familiar outline. The SNJ was primarily used as a trainer in WWII, however it did operate in more aggressive roles during its career. Plastic unassembled model with gluing and painting required. Intermediate to advanced skill level.

TES663 - $8.50

Schleicher ASK 21 Glider

Plastic Model Kit by Revell Germany
The ASK 21 is the most produced and most successful training glider in the world. It is a favorite training sailplane worldwide, nd is used for stunt, training, cross-sountry and competition flying.
Kit features detailed tail and wings, separate side rudder and elevator, 3 moveable wheels, detailed double-seater cockpit, moveable canopy, detailed instrument panel, water slidedecals with various German markings, a Swiss, Austrian, French and Belgian version plus USAF and RAF markings.
Scale 1/32. Length 10" Wingspan 21". Skill level 2. Glue and paint required (not included).

RVL04224 - $29.95

$25.50

RAF S.E.5a Wolseley Viper

Plastic Model Kit by Roden
The history of the most successful British fighter of the First World War began in 1916, when the Royal Aircraft Factory's talented engineers, H.P. Folland and J. Kenworthy, decided to employ the new French 150 h.p. Hispano Suiza engine in a plane of new design. The first flight of the prototype RAF S.E.5 in the hands of test pilot F.W. Goodden took place towards the end of 1916, and in April 1917 the first machines were delivered to 56 Squadron of the Royal Flying Corps. Later the design was modified; it received the more powerful 200 h.p. Hispano Suiza engine and became the RAF S.E.5a. In the United Kingdom the license for construction of the Hispano Suiza engine was acquired Wolseley Motors Ltd. An insignificant number of the S.E.5a had the Wolseley Adder engine which, actually, was a copy of the Hispano Suiza, but it too appeared unreliable. Wolseley Motors engineers were obliged to improve the basic Hispano Suiza design. Externally similar to its predecessor, the new engine was named the Wolseley Viper. The capacity of the engine remained constant, however now its running during flight was stable and reliable. So at last, at the end of 1917, the Royal Flying Corps had received the right machine to gain an advantage in the sky. The RAF S.E.5a with the Wolseley Viper engine differed somewhat from the earlier version, its radiator being noticeably more rectangular.
Kit features structurally detailed fuselage and wings, molded in high quality polystyrene for minimal flash or mold marks.
Scale 1/32. Length 7.8" Wingspan 10". Skill level 2. Glue and paint required (not included).

RODS0607 - $64.99

Piper Super Cub

Scale 1/48
Skill Level 2 Kit by Minicraft
One of the most popular sport planes of all time, the Piper Cub introduced legions of new pilots to the airways. The Super Cub is an advance version of the original Taylor Cub, from which Piper’s planes were developed. This plane was frequently the choice of bush pilots, who added floats, skis, or huge donut-like tires for landing on glaciers. Your Piper Super Cub model lets you see the engine and detailed interior and contains a decorative stripe decal along with the registration number.

MMIS1611 - $17.99

Piper Cherokee 140

Scale 1/48
Skill Level 2 Kit by Minicraft
Piper’s Cherokee is a popular choice for the pilot who advances to a larger plane suitable for carrying a family, sort of a flying sedan. Without the complications of retractable landing gear, it has simplicity and reliability. This model allows you to remove the cowl panel to view the engine, and the cockpit interior contains the usual controls and instrument. Clear windows and striping decals are included.

MMIS1610 - $17.99