"MICKEY THE MOOCHER"  AVRO LANCASTER

1:144 scale, 9 inch wing span

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:    For the year 2000 The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight are changing the livery of their Lancaster Bomber PA474.  From this year the plane is to carry the markings of QR-M or "Mickey the Moocher" as it is fondly known.  Aircraft lettered "M" were usually know as "Mike" or "Mother" but in this instance one of the crew called it "Mickey" and it was decorated with Mickey Mouse on the nose, becoming known as " Mickey the Moocher".  Bomb symbols appear in rows of 10 above Mickey and depict the number of  ops  that the plane flew on.  It is thought that it eventually carried 115 such symbols although it is actually accredited with 128 ops.

Item Number: C47306                                                                                                    Price: $44.95

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