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Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series AA30203 Lancaster Diecast Model RAF No.106 Sqn, "Admiral Prune", Guy Gibson 1:144 Scale     Length     Width Avro Lancaster     5.75"     8.5" Guy Gibsons' first Lancaster operation was on 8th July 1942 when he took ten aircraft and bombed the docks at Wilhemshaven. Gibson named his aircraft Admiral Prune and the aircraft's side was decorated with a Mickey Mouse figure with bombs underneath, depicting the number of trips or operations the aircraft had carried out. This aircraft was often used by Wg. Cdr. Guy Gibson, the squadron CO during his time with 106 squadron. Gibson went on to win the VC the following year as leader of the famous 'Dambusters' raid. 'Admiral Prune' flew 640 hrs before being lost on the Turin raid of 4/5 February 1943. Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series 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. [See more Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series products] Avro Lancaster Designed as a larger more powerful improvement over the Manchester, the Lancaster was first flown on May 13th, 1941. [See more Avro Lancaster products]