DH MOSQUITO B MKXVI - MM138/P3-A - MONCTON EXPRESS III

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, retractable main gear and high quality livery details. Beautifully packaged, each replica comes with a sturdy display stand and certificate of authenticity.

Historical Note:  The gallantry of the Pathfinder Force is legendary and its contribution to the war effort immense, perfecting as it did techniques for precision main force bombing. Probably the greatest of many successes was its part in the sustained Battle of the Ruhr. The PFF flew individual sorties against some three thousand four hundred and forty targets. At least three thousand seven hundred and twenty seven members were killed on operations. Moncton Express III was the third and last aircraft to bear this name, predominantly the mount of Flt. Lts. Andy Lockhart and Ralph Wood during their tour of fifty operations, flown between July and November 1944. The first Moncton Express (P3-J) was very badly damaged by cannon fire whilst being flown by another crew. Lockhart and Wood used Moncton Express II (P3-A) for the first time on 8th September when they flew to Nuremberg. New 1:32 scale Mosquito features exceptional levels of intricate detail including; removable engine covers with fully detailed engines, clear cockpit canopy with detailed pilot figures, moving flaps, rudder, ailerons and elevators, opening bomb bay doors with bomb load and detailed interior, interchangeable undercarriage, rotating propellers and cradle display stand. Includes detailed ground crew with bomb trolley and ‘Cookie’ bomb.

INFO:    692 SQN., NO. 8 GROUP, 1944 
SCALE:    1:32
WING SPAN:     20 1/2  INCHES

Item Number: AA34601 

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