Description

An early Lend-Lease pioneer tracking the genesis of British carrier-borne Corsairs. This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (AA33003) replicates an early-production Vought Corsair Mk I (5P) operating with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm (RNFAA), No.1835 Naval Air Squadron. Based at Naval Air Station Brunswick, Maine, in late 1943, this squadron was among the pioneering British units formed and worked-up in North America following the implementation of the Lend-Lease Act. Early carrier deck trials revealed the powerful Corsair was a demanding aircraft to land safely aboard ships, prompting the Fleet Air Arm to pioneer specialized landing approaches before deploying the fighter overseas. This model captures the early Corsair profile perfectly, featuring the distinctive early-style framed "bird cage" canopy layout paired with a standard dark slate grey and extra dark sea grey camouflage scheme and classic British roundels.

Ideal for curators of Fleet Air Arm heritage and early Pacific or Atlantic maritime aviation history, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The 1:72 scale model is engineered with exceptional precision, boasting a solid diecast metal body with molded oil cooler vents and machine gun ports visible on the leading edges of its legendary inverted gull wings. Structural highlights include all-metal horizontal stabilizers and a rudder cast with fine, simulated fabric-stretched control surfaces. Complete with robust landing gear subassemblies that allow for a quick transition to a ground display configuration and a custom metal presentation stand to elevate the aircraft in flight, this premium model stands authoritatively in any gallery.

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Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

• Some noticeable shelf wear is present, but overall the box remains in very good condition considering its age.

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