Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA36003
BAe Hawk T.Mk 1 Diecast Model
RAF No.208(R) Sqn, XX245, RAF Valley, Anglesey, 2005

1:72 Scale		Length		Width
BAe Hawk T.Mk 1		6.25"		5.25"

In the current RAF training program, the Hawk T1 is the first jet aircraft that a student pilot will fly. An advanced and very successful trainer, Hawk is used to teach operational tactics, air-to-air and air-to-ground firing, air combat and low-level operating procedures. The first of 175 Hawks ordered for the RAF took to the air on 21 August 1974 and deliveries to RAF Valley commenced just over two years later. Aircraft were delivered with the ability to carry weapons and so the Valley-and Brawdy-based Hunters used for weapons training were retired and a new single-aircraft syllabus developed to take advantage of the Hawk's capabilities. No.208 (Reserve) Squadron is stationed at RAF Valley on the Isle of Anglesey, which is home to No.4 Flying Training School, responsible for the training of Royal Air Force and Royal Navy fast-jet pilots. 208 R Squadron teaches basic handling of the Hawk. 19 ( R ) Squadron teaches tactics and engineering skills. The squadron has been using the Hawk since 1944, having previously been one of the last operators of the Buccaneer. The badge on the tail fin is from the 1930's when 208 Sqn was serving in the Middle East. The wings denote flight and the eye is the Egyptian god 'Horus' which together depict the Squadron's role of aerial reconnaissance. One of the most successful British aircraft in recent history, a number of foreign air arms fly the Hawk (and its single-seat derivatives) including: Abu Dhabi, Finland, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Switzerland and the United States Navy.

BAe Hawk T.Mk 1

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Corgi's 1:72 scale Hawks recognize a "tradition of excellence" from Hawker Siddeley Aircraft (now BAE Systems); a British aircraft manufacturer responsible for some of the most famous products in British aviation history. Corgi has done a excellent job in reproducing this compact tandem seat aircraft, making it a fine addition to the modern jet collector. Corgi has even replicated the distinctive cordite charge embedded in the canopy used to shatter the canopy during the ejection sequence. The landing gear with rotating wheels and rubber tires is simple and easy to install for ground display. A custom display stand is also included that cradles the model for in-flight display.

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Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series

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.