BAC LIGHTNING F.3 - XP750B - LIGHTNING TRAINING FLIGHT

The Corgi "Aviation Archive" is the definitive scale model collection charting the history of flight and commemorating significant military and civil aircraft and events from the early pioneering years to the present day. Using original plans and rare archive material, each aircraft and livery has been meticulously researched and authenticated to bring you, the aviation enthusiast the finest range of collectible model aircraft. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the models feature rubber tires, interchangeable undercarriage and high quality livery details. Beautifully packaged, each replica comes with a sturdy display stand and certificate of authenticity.

Historical Note: XP750 was built at Preston and first flew on 3rd January 1964, being delivered to the Air Fighting Development Squadron in June 1964. The following year it was transferred to No.111 Squadron, then No. 23 Squadron, before arriving at RAF Binbrook in April 1976 for the Lightning Training Flight coded ‘B’. It trained Lightning pilots for the resident 5 and 11 Squadrons until 19th February 1980, when it was transferred to the former itself. It was grounded in July 1982, but returned to fly with the LTF for a year from February 1984 to February 1985, coded ‘DE’. It was then used as a decoy until it was finally scrapped in September 1987.

LIMITED EDITION
INFO NOTE:    RAF BINBROOK, 1977
SCALE:    1:72
WING SPAN:      5 3/4 INCHES

Item Number: C32307  

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