Airfix A11007A 1:48 Scale Aircraft Model Kit - Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4 Export Schemes

This remarkable 1:48 scale model of the Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4 provides modellers with a complex and fulfilling project, featuring 334 components. With a skill level of 4, this intricate kit embodies one of the Royal Navy's most unique carrier-based planes, boasting a wingspan of 344mm upon completion. You can choose from three different paint schemes, each representing various phases of this robust turboprop's service history.Key Features334 plastic components for a detailed and thorough assembly1:48 scale with a wingspan measuring 344mmThree paint schemes depicting different service erasSkill level 4 - ideal for seasoned modellers aged 8 years and olderCaptures the unique look of the Royal Navy's turboprop carrier aircraftHistoryThe Royal Navy has operated a variety of unique aircraft at sea, but the Fairey Gannet stands out as one of the most unusual in both appearance and sound. In the summer of 1950, a Gannet made history as the first turboprop-powered plane to land on an aircraft carrier's deck. Production of the AS.1 model, the most widely manufactured variant, commenced in 1954.The Gannet also served in the navies of Australia, West Germany, and Indonesia, with the Royal Navy being the last to retire active examples of this durable naval aircraft. Try your hand at constructing this 1:48 scale model and craft a showpiece for your workbench. Safety Warning Not suitable for children under 8 years. For use under adult supervision. Read the instructions before use, follow them for reference.