Corgi - Westland Lysander Mk. III "Lucky" Newhouse No. 161 Squadron RAF 1944 Aviation Archive Series 1/72 - Multi
Corgi - Westland Lysander Mk. III "Lucky" Newhouse No. 161 Squadron RAF 1944 Aviation Archive Series 1/72 - Multi
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- Brand: Corgi
- Product Name: Westland Lysander Mk. III "Lucky" Newhouse No. 161 Squadron RAF 1944 Aviation Archive Series 1/72
- Color: Multi
- Recommended Minimum Age: 15 years
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- Warranty - Parts: None
- Warranty - Labor: None
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- Scale: 1/72
- UPC: 3342614112258
This brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of the Westland Lysander Mk. III Aircraft "'Lucky' Newhouse, No. 161 Squadron" (1944) from the British Royal Air Force is part of "The Aviation Archive" Series by Corgi. The model comes in its original unopened packaging and features a detailed exterior, landing gear, a display stand, and intricately crafted crew figures. Constructed from diecast metal and plastic, it offers durability and a realistic, substantial feel, with dimensions of approximately 5 inches in length and 8.25 inches in wingspan. The model is highly detailed and accurate, with realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface features that faithfully replicate the real aircraft, making it ideal for collectors and military aviation enthusiasts. Historically, the Westland Lysander Mk. IIIA, specifically the (SD) JR-P flown by Flying Officer 'Lucky' Newhouse, served with RAF No. 161 Squadron, a specialized unit dedicated to secret operations during World War II. Originally designed as an army cooperation aircraft, the Lysander became legendary for its role in clandestine missions, operating out of the secretive RAF Tempsford airfield and undertaking Special Duties flights to insert and extract agents, resistance fighters, and supplies behind enemy lines in Nazi-occupied Europe. The JR-P Lysander, piloted by Newhouse, was critical in these high-risk operations, with its high wing, fixed landing gear, and exceptional short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities enabling landings in small, unprepared fields under the cover of darkness. Newhouse often navigated by moonlight to isolated fields in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, guided by dim lights from local resistance operatives, facing constant threats from German detection and the hazards of unknown terrain. The Lysander Mk. IIIA and pilots like Newhouse were vital in supporting the Special Operations Executive (SOE) and the French Resistance, with their missions significantly influencing intelligence flow and coordination crucial to the buildup to D-Day and other key operations. Despite being largely obsolete for direct combat by mid-war, the Lysander’s role in covert operations cemented its place in RAF history, with the bravery and skill of pilots like 'Lucky' Newhouse symbolizing courage and stealth in wartime aviation. This 1:72 scale model captures the daring spirit of the Lysander's missions, serving as a detailed tribute to the pilots and operatives who risked everything in the name of freedom during World War II.
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This brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of the Westland Lysander Mk. III Aircraft "'Lucky' Newhouse, No. 161 Squadron" (1944) from the British Royal Air Force is part of "The Aviation Archive" Series by Corgi. The model comes in its original unopened packaging and features a detailed exterior, landing gear, a display stand, and intricately crafted crew figures. Constructed from diecast metal and plastic, it offers durability and a realistic, substantial feel, with dimensions of approximately 5 inches in length and 8.25 inches in wingspan. The model is highly detailed and accurate, with realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface features that faithfully replicate the real aircraft, making it ideal for collectors and military aviation enthusiasts. Historically, the Westland Lysander Mk. IIIA, specifically the (SD) JR-P flown by Flying Officer 'Lucky' Newhouse, served with RAF No. 161 Squadron, a specialized unit dedicated to secret operations during World War II. Originally designed as an army cooperation aircraft, the Lysander became legendary for its role in clandestine missions, operating out of the secretive RAF Tempsford airfield and undertaking Special Duties flights to insert and extract agents, resistance fighters, and supplies behind enemy lines in Nazi-occupied Europe. The JR-P Lysander, piloted by Newhouse, was critical in these high-risk operations, with its high wing, fixed landing gear, and exceptional short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities enabling landings in small, unprepared fields under the cover of darkness. Newhouse often navigated by moonlight to isolated fields in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands, guided by dim lights from local resistance operatives, facing constant threats from German detection and the hazards of unknown terrain. The Lysander Mk. IIIA and pilots like Newhouse were vital in supporting the Special Operations Executive (SOE) and the French Resistance, with their missions significantly influencing intelligence flow and coordination crucial to the buildup to D-Day and other key operations. Despite being largely obsolete for direct combat by mid-war, the Lysander’s role in covert operations cemented its place in RAF history, with the bravery and skill of pilots like 'Lucky' Newhouse symbolizing courage and stealth in wartime aviation. This 1:72 scale model captures the daring spirit of the Lysander's missions, serving as a detailed tribute to the pilots and operatives who risked everything in the name of freedom during World War II.
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