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GeminiAces GAUSA2005 P-51B Mustang Diecast Model USAAF 374th FG, 361st FS, "Ferocious Frankie", Wallace Hopkins, RAF Bottisham, England, June 1944 Limited Edition 1:72 Scale     Length     Width North American P-51B Mustang     5.25"     6.25" The Mustang transformed the air war over occupied Europe and allowed the systematic destruction of Luftwaffe fighter units. The ‘Yellow Nosed” Mustangs from Bottisham supported D-Day operations and were given the familiar black and white identification markings to aid Allied spotters. “Ferocious Frankie” was the mount of Wallace E Hopkins, who named the aircraft after his wife Frankie. He flew this aircraft, before transferring to the later D and K models, ending the war operating from forward airfields in France and Belgium. Hopkins combat career ended with the title ‘Ace’, as 8 enemy fighters (and 1.5 damaged) fell victim to his guns! The P-51 Mustang has to be one of the most beautiful aircraft ever produced. It was developed following a British request for a new fighter in 1940, made to the newly formed North American Aviation Company. Initial engine problems plagued the design, but the combination of the Mustang and a Rolls Royce Merlin Engine proved a revelation. The aircraft was transformed into the world’s most potent fighting machine, possessing speed, endurance and firepower. The USAAF now had the ability to escort its bombers deep into Germany and the Mustang ensured the Allies gained air superiority. It also accounted for more enemy aircraft ‘kills’ in Europe than any other type, as overwhelming numbers systematically destroyed the Luftwaffe’s ability to fight! GeminiAces The Gemini Jets "GeminiAces" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Gemini Jets "GeminiAces" diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal construction with minimal use of plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Detailed cockpit interiors. Selected moveable control surfaces. Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels. Metal presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards. Photo-etched, spinning metal propellers. Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads. [See more GeminiAces products] North American P-51B Mustang Designed to meet an urgent British requirement for fighters for the Royal Air Force, the P51 was first flown on October 26th, 1940.[See more North American P-51B Mustang products]