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Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA30402 Constellation Diecast Model USAF, "Columbine" Limited Edition 1:144 Scale     Length     Width Lockheed L-049 Constellation     8"     10.25" Dwight Eisenhower used this aircraft, designated a VC-121 and named “Columbine”, from 1950 to 1952 when he was commander in chief of the allied forces in Europe. He would later make the Constellation VC 121 the presidential aircraft. Essentially it is the predecessor to the modern day “Air Force 1”. Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series The Corgi "Aviation Archive" presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. The vast Aviation Archive range has become the standard by which all other diecast airplane ranges are judged. Each Corgi model is based on a specific aircraft from an important historical or modern era of flight, and has been authentically detailed from original documents and archival library material. Famous airplanes and aviators from both military and commercial airline aviation are all honored. Corgi "Aviation Archive" 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. Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels. Poseable presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity. Detailed pilot and crew member figures. Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards. Selected interchangeable features such as airbrakes, opened canopies and access panels. Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings. [See more Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series products] Lockheed L-049 Constellation Designed to meet Pan Am and TWA requirements for a 40 passenger airliner, the Constellation was first flown in its military version of C69 on January 9th, 1943. [See more Lockheed L-049 Constellation products]