AMERICAN AIRLINES FORD TRI-MOTOR
Ertl Collectibles "Prestige Series" limited edition aircraft presents the American Airlines Ford Tri-Motor Die-Cast Metal Replica. This highly detailed collectible is a 1/72 scale replica of NC-9683, a member of American Airways' Mail Air Express fleet from 1931 to 1936. It is precision crafted in quality die-cast metal and features spinning propellers, opening passenger door and a display stand.
Historical Note: The first step toward modern U.S. air transportation was taken with the
Ford Tri-Motor. Making transcontinental air travel a reality, this aircraft reached
peak production in 1929 and featured all-metal construction. In 1930, a fledgling American
Airways, Inc. was making a bid to provide for the nation's growing air travel
needs. The Tri-Motor served American as both an eight-passenger airliner and an airmail
carrier. Reclining seats, restroom facilities and a separate baggage compartment
provided new levels of passenger comfort.
Item Number: AAH323 Price: $49.95
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