Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA33609
Panavia Tornado GR.Mk 4 Diecast Model
RAF No.12 Sqn, ZA543 , RAF Lossiemouth, Scotland, Squadron 90th Anniversary 2005 | Limited Edition
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| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Panavia Tornado GR.Mk 4 | | 9.25" | | 7.75" |
No.12(B) Squadron, RAF commemorated its 90th Anniversary in 2005 by painting one of its current Tornado GR.4s in this smart scheme. The Squadron was formed as part of the Royal Flying Corps at Netheravon on 14 February 1915, out of a flight of No 1 Squadron. The names under the cockpit are in honor of two former 12 Squadron aircrew that lost their lives in WW2, Flg. Off.D.E. Garland and Sgt.T. Gray, who were the first RAF personnel in WW2 to be awarded the awarded the Victoria Cross posthumously after flying a Fairey Battle (P2204/K) on 12 May 1940 against a bridge over the Albert Canal at Vroenhoeven. Both crews were awarded the VC on 11 June 1940. In 2001, No.12(B) Squadron replaced its Tornado GR.4s and the Squadron continues to support operations in Southern Iraq and also to lead the field, being the first Squadron to operate Tornado GR4s over Iraq, from their base in Kuwait, in the summer of 2001. Designed in collaboration with Britain, West Germany and Italy, the Tornado was first flown on August 14th, 1974 and is thought by many to be the most important military aircraft in Western European history. Nicknamed "The Flying Fin" because of its large tail fin, the Tornado has a variable wing sweep design and is capable of taking off and landing on short airstrips. It is equipped with terrain-following radar, which allows for hands-off, low-level flight in any weather. There are three primary versions: an electronic combat/reconnaissance version, an interceptor and a highly versatile strike fighter-bomber capable of carrying almost all of NATO's air-launched weapons. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. Corgi's 1:72 scale Tornados feature the distinctively large tail fin that gives the real aircraft its nickname, "The Fin". The models also incorporates an articulating swing-wing design that can be configured in varying sweep positions, movable elevators that rotate in unison, and simulated stainless-steel heat shielding around the detailed engine exhaust. The wing mounted fuel tanks and ordnance can be positioned to fit any swept-wing configuration, and the repositionable canopy opens to reveal pilot figures and cockpit detail, including the distinctive embedded cordite charge used to shatter the canopy during the ejection sequence. The mold itself is exceptionally rich in detail, with every access panel and antenna faithfully reproduced. Pad-printed unit markings and placards provide the finishing touches. © Copyright 2003-2017 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Corgi "Aviation Archive" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. The vast Aviation Archive range has become the standard by which all other diecast airplane ranges are judged. Each Corgi model is based on a specific aircraft from an important historical or modern era of flight, and has been authentically detailed from original documents and archival library material. Famous airplanes and aviators from both military and commercial airline aviation are all honored. Corgi "Aviation Archive" 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.
- Poseable presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.
- Detailed, hand-painted pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Selected interchangeable features such as speed-brakes, opened canopies and access panels.
- Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings.
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