AeroClassics 1:400 Series AC411120
McDonnell Douglas DC-9-32 Diecast Model
Iran Air, PH-MAX | |
| 1:400 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| McDonnell Douglas DC-9-32 | | 3.5" | | 2.75" |
McDonnell Douglas DC-9-32, was registered as PH-MAX and associated with both Iran Air and Martinair in available records, likely reflecting a lease arrangement between the Dutch carrier and Iran Air during the 1970s; the manufacturer serial number for this specific airframe is not confirmed in available public records. This dual airline attribution illustrates the common industry practice of aircraft leasing between operators to meet fluctuating capacity needs across different national markets during the period. Iran's own DC-9 operations expanded significantly during the 1970s as the country's oil-fueled economic boom drove demand for domestic air travel, and short-term leases from established European operators like Martinair offered a practical way to bridge capacity gaps while permanent fleet orders worked through lengthy delivery pipelines.
Please note: An optional display stand is available separately if you wish to display this model "in-flight".
Designed as a short-range twin-jet transport, the DC-9 was first flown on February 25th, 1965. Since shorter routes frequently required operation from small airports, the design focused on short-field performance. The most significant decision was to move the engines from under the wings to the tail, enabling the use of full-span flaps, reducing the possibility of foreign-object ingestion and lowering ground clearance for easier servicing at small terminals. The DC-9 spawned many variants leading to the MD-80, MD-90 and Boeing 717. In total, almost 2,500 aircraft were built over a period of more than 40 years. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The AeroClassics "1:400" range presents higly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian aircraft in 1:400 scale. AeroClassics models are produced in extremely limited quantities, making them highly desirable to collectors.
AeroClassics 1:400 diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction, including wings and tail surfaces.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended metal landing gear.
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