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Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of the Boeing 737-800 Commercial Aircraft with Flaps Down, featuring the "American Airlines - AirCal" gray livery with stripes, part of the "Gemini 200" series by GeminiJets. The model showcases a detailed exterior with true-to-scale accuracy and comes with a display stand, although it does not have any openings. It is made of diecast metal with some plastic parts, providing durability and a heavy, realistic feel, with dimensions approximately L-7.5 inches and Wingspan-7 inches. The American 737-800 AirCal, bearing the registration N917NN, represents a fascinating chapter in American aviation history. Originally part of the Aircal fleet, it became an integral part of American Airlines' expansion strategy during the late 1980s. Aircal, known for its distinctive livery featuring vibrant colors and a stylized "A," merged with American Airlines in 1987, expanding the airline's route network and introducing the Aircal fleet, including the 737-800s, into American Airlines' operations. Throughout its service, N917NN served domestic and short-haul international flights reliably, becoming a favorite among passengers and crew. This meticulously detailed 1:200 scale model allows aviation enthusiasts and collectors to own a representation of an important era in commercial aviation, celebrating the legacy of American air travel.