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Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series AA34209 CH-47 Chinook Diecast Model RAF 7/18 Sqn, Saudi Arabia, 1991, "Bravo Two Zero" 1:72 Scale     Length     Width Boeing Vertol CH-47 Chinook     16.5"     10" On the evening of January 22, 1991, eight members of a patrol with the call sign “Bravo Two Zero” were infiltrated by Chinook helicopter in Iraq. Their task was to observe the main supply route and to sever underground communications cables which ran between Baghdad and Jordan. In addition, they were to seek and destroy any SCUD missiles in the area. Each member of the patrol was overloaded with stores and equipment for the stay, and after landing the patrol moved some 20 km, where they found a small cave in which they chose to hide. The patrol was led by Sergeant Andy McNab. 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] Boeing Vertol CH-47 Chinook Designed to meet a US Army requirement for a battlefield mobility helicopter, the CH47 was first flown on September 21st, 1961 as the YHC-1B prototype.[See more Boeing Vertol CH-47 Chinook products]