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Authentic Models AP456 Spitfire Airplane
Product Description
- Royal Air Force Spitfire
- Retractable Main Wheels
- Sliding Cockpit Window
- Functioning Tail Rudder
- Aluminum Stand with Plaque
- Dimensions: 24 x 29.75 x 6.75 in. (61 x 75.5 x 17.2 cm)
The legendary Spitfire fighter plane was introduced in 1936. The short-range, high-performance, single-seat aircraft gained notoriety in defense against Luftwaffe attacks during the Battle of Britain in 1940. As a mainstay of the Royal Air Force Fighter Command its speed and maneuverability were essential to carrying out its missions across the European and South-East Asian WWII theaters.
The Spitfire was beloved by pilots, and in its many variants it served as trainer, interceptor, fighter-bomber and carrier-based fighter during the 1939-45 conflict. Its iconic status among enthusiasts has held strong in the ensuing years since its retirement from active service in the 1950's.