EASTERN AIRLINES LOCKHEED L-1049SC

Historical Note:    Our L-1049G Eastern model aircraft is modeled and handcrafted using various high-quality grade materials by our renowned master craftsmen. Our L-1049G Eastern model aircraft is uniquely designed and manufactured using the latest innovations and techniques applied in the over-all manufacturing and operation process procedures. The model airplane’s parts including the fuselage, wings and glass cockpit are extremely accurate and precise based on the original. This model aircraft will fascinate anyone, aviation enthusiast and model aircraft collectors alike for its remarkable and exceptional quality. This elegant L-1049G Eastern model aircraft is definitely the perfect gift and collectible you would want to give to your friends and family.

Scale:    1:100
W/S:      14.75    inches
Lgth:      13.5    inches

Item Number:    TMC-KL1049EAT                                                                                                                                                                                                               Price:    $169.95

Historical Note Cont'd:    The L-1049 Super Constellation was introduced in 1951.  The fuselage was extended by 18 ft 4.75 in and its passenger capacity increased from 69 up to 92 passengers.  Its maiden flight was on July 14, 1951.  It has an auxiliary wing-tip fuel tanks.  The L-1049 Super Constellation could fly nonstop between New York and Los Angeles.  When the L-1049G was introduced, the range was increased by 700 miles.  The L-1049G featured 100 design improvements over the L-1049E model to make it better.  Trans World Airlines named it the Super G and it received a total order of 102. 

The L-1049G has a crew of 5 with a typical seating capacity of 62-95 passengers.  It has a maximum speed of 380 mph and a range of 5,400 mi.  Currently, an existing L-1049G (Super G) Constellation built originally for cargo carier Slick Airways was restored by the "Save-a-Connie" organization (now the Airline History Museum) in 1986.  It was repainted in the 1950s livery of TWA, resembling "Star of America" Constellation.  The aircraft appeared at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport at the original TWA terminal designed by Eero Saarinen, commemorating the 60th anniversary of the airline.