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| | Code: CG-AA30012
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Price: $49.99
 | | | Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series AA30012
Douglas DC-3 Diecast Model
Western Airlines, Los Angeles, CA, 1950
Limited Edition | 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Douglas DC-3 | | 5.25" | | 8" |
Western Air Lines Inc was founded in 1925 as America's oldest airline and bought their first DC-3s in 1937, when the airline was first known as Western Air Express. On April 17, 1941, they merged with General Air Lines and National Park Airways to form Western Airlines. Western operated up to 20 DC-3s until 1959 when the last was retired.
Designed to meet an American Airlines requirement for an enlarged version of the DC-2, the DC-3 was first flown on December 17th, 1935. Capable of carrying 24 passengers at a cruising speed of 180 mph, the DC-3 quickly became a popular, widely publicized aircraft, carrying 90 percent of the world's commercial air traffic. A variety of engines were fitted to the DC-3, starting with the Wright R-1820 Cyclone. Later aircraft used the Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp Radial, which offered higher-altitude and single engine performance. For both airline and military use, the DC-3 proved to be tough, flexible, and easy to operate. © Copyright 2003-2009 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Corgi "Legends" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. Corgi "Legends" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
© Copyright 2003-2009 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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