DH MOSQUITO PR XVI - NS502 - NO. 544 SQN.

D-DAY - 60TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION

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:  PR XVI NS502 of 544 Squadron was delivered on 23rd May 1944 and operated over Europe until it crashlanded on 21st February 1945. It then passed to Martin Hearn for repair and was eventually transferred to the Royal Navy at RNAS Fleetlands on 7th November 1947. 544 Squadron were involved heavily in the build up to d-Day and flew special rail sorties in daylight to France in an effort to detect any movement of Panzers towards the Normandy beachhead as early as possible. If any movement was spotted the crew had to land at Farnborough and give a verbal report to SHEAF HQ who would then send out interdiction bombing by 2nd TAF medium bombers. Their use throughout this period both before, during and after D-Day became integral in the success that followed and the aircraft were adorned with D-Day stripes around the fuselage and wings. 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.

LIMITED EDITION
INFO:    544 SQN., RAF BENSON, JUNE 1944
SCALE:    1:32
WING SPAN:     20 1/2  INCHES

Item Number: AA34602                                                                                                                                                                       Price: $149.95