Minicraft Models Legends in the Making

PBY-5A BLACK CAT Like its namesake, this Black Cat roamed the dark corners of the Pacific in search of enemy ships, and then pounced on the unsuspecting prey. Armed with bombs, rockets, torpedoes and depth charges, the Black Cats were deadly adversaries. Their black color hid them from sight as they located their victims with early radar systems and were guided to the targets. The model has authentic Black Cat markings, clear cockpit windows and waist gun blisters. #14518-1/144 Scale $21.99

C-47 SKYTRAIN General Dwight Eisenhower once saidÊthat the four most important weapons in winning World War Two were the bazooka, Jeep, C-47 and the atomic bomb. This tribute to the durable and reliable transport is certainly worthy, for the C-47, in various guises was found on every combat front. The markings are for a C-47 used to support the allied invasion of Europe following D Day. Instructions are provided to enable you to paint the distinctive D Day Invasion Stripes.#14489-1/144 Scale $18.99

B-29A ENOLA GAY The Enola Gay dropping the first atomic bomb in combat is probably the most significant event in the Second World War. It is now on display at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum at Dulles International Airport, Washington, D.C. This model requires some modifications to depict the configuration of the plane at the time of the mission. #14488 - 1/144 Scale $12.99

B-29A BOCKS CAR Bocks Car was the second of only two airplanes to launch an atomic weapon in combat. This plane carried the bomb that was dropped over the city of Nagasaki. The decals are provided to show the markings used on the plane either before or after the raid. Some modifications are required to the model to depict the configuration at the time of the raid. #14487 -1/144 Scale $12.99

NAKAJIMA TOJO The high speed of this plane made it one of Japan’s best interceptors. Most of these fighters were used in the defense of the Japanese Islands against the B-29 attacks. The model has a clear cockpit canopy, optional position landing gear, two-drop tanks and a revolving propeller. The markings have squadron identification on the tail and the white “Home Defense” band behind the Japanese Hinomaru insignia.#14438 -1/144 Scale $8.99

KC-97G TANKER Developed from the 377 Stratocruiser, the KC-97G was an aerial gas station for refueling the Air Force heavy bomber fleet. This kit has the Boomer’s pod and the flying boom refueling probe that identifies this version of the Stratocruiser. You will also find the nose radome and a pair of under wing fuel tanks. The colorful decals provide the light bar under the fuselage and the star spangled Strategic Air Command banner with the SAC badges and other decorations. #14441 -1/144 Scale $21.99

BLUE ANGELS C-121J CONSTELLATION The Blue Angels! Just the mention of this world renowned flight demonstration team is enough to elicit excitement. But you won’t see this plane flying inverted or soaring upward with the star burst finally. However, without their support aircraft, you wouldn’t see the team, either. This model depicts one of the most important parts of the team. The planes selected for this job are typical of the cargo transports of the era. The Connie was the support plane when the Blues were flying Panthers, Tigers and Phantoms. #14468 -1/144 Scale $26.99

USAF VC-135 AIR FORCE ONE This is a model of the presidential 707s used by Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan and Bush, Sr. Markings for both Serial No. 26000, now at the Air Force Museum, and 27000, recently located at the Ronald Reagan Library, in California, are printed on the decal. Markings also include the presidential seal and the stylish design suggested by Jacqueline Kennedy and created by Raymond Loewy. The model has detailed engine nacelles and fans, four-wheel “bogey” landing gear and clear cockpit windows.#14457 -1/144 Scale $30.99