AeroClassics 1:400 Series AC411450B
McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale Diecast Model
USAF, #71-10874 | Limited Edition
150
Pieces Worldwide |
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| 1:400 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale | | 3.5" | | 2.75" |
McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale, serial number 71-10874, served with the United States Air Force as part of its dedicated aeromedical evacuation fleet. Delivered in the early 1970s, the aircraft was equipped with medical litters, oxygen systems, and onboard treatment facilities to transport wounded and ill service members worldwide. Based primarily at Scott Air Force Base and other key locations, 71-10874 supported operations across Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. Derived from the DC-9-32 airframe and powered by Pratt and Whitney JT8D engines, the C-9A offered reliable performance and rapid response capability. The aircraft was retired in the 2000s as missions transitioned to newer platforms such as the C-17.
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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