Witty Sky Guardians Europe SGE72004-01
Gloster Javelin FAW.Mk 9 Diecast Model
RAF No.64 Sqn, XH766, RAF Waterbeach, England, 1961 | Limited Edition
1500
Pieces Worldwide |
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| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Gloster Javelin FAW.Mk 9 | | 9.25" | | 8.75" |
No.64 Squadron was a squadron of the Royal Air Force, first formed on 1 August 1916 as a squadron of the Royal Flying Corps. In its long history, the squadron flew many aircraft types from Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.5a to the Supermarine Spitfire to the Gloster Meteor. In September of 1958, the squadron was based at RAF Duxford when it transitioned from the Meteor to the Gloster Javelin. It relocated to RAF Waterbeach in 1961 and once again to RAF Tengah, Singapore in 1964. The squadron continued to fly the Javelin until it was disbanded in June 1967.
Designed as a high-performance night fighter for Britain's Air Ministry, the Gloster Javelin first flew on November 26, 1951. This all-weather interceptor had a distinctive, large finned T-tail and was the RAF's only delta-winged fighter and Gloster's last production aircraft. The Javelin evolved quickly, with seven different variants produced over a period of only a few years. It officially entered service in 1956, equipping 14 squadrons, and provided faithful service for more than a decade. The Javelin was very technologically advanced for its time and could attack day or night in any weather condition, giving it a distinct advantage over most of its contemporaries. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Witty's 1:72 scale Javelin model features a solid metal wing that has been cast with the nose and upper fuselage as a single unit. Replication of the "drooped" wing leading edge and wing-tip vortex generators can be seen on this model's broad delta wing. Upon close inspection, distinct-yet-subtle panel-line and rivet details are visible throughout, an uncommon feature in diecast metal (usually only seen on plastic models). The model and be easily configured for ground display, or mounted to its positionable all-metal display stand. Additional features include removable canopy, ordnance and fuel tanks.
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The Witty "Sky Guardians Europe" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of european military aircraft. Witty have earned a reputation for producing high-quality models that can be displayed right out of the box.
Witty "Sky Guardians Europe" 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.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Selected moving parts such as canopies, control surfaces and swing-wings.
- Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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