About This Item
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of De Havilland DH4 Bomber Plane "5 Squadron Royal Naval Air Service" (1918) from the "Oxford Aviation" Series by Oxford Diecast features a detailed exterior with true-to-scale accuracy and comes with a display stand. The model does not have any openings and is presented in the manufacturer’s original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts, it measures approximately L-5, W-7, H-1.5 inches, offering durability and a heavy, realistic feel. Highly detailed and accurate, it is perfect for collectors and military history enthusiasts, with realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real aircraft. The Airco DH.4 was a British two-seater biplane designed by Geoffrey de Havilland for the Aircraft Manufacturing Company (Airco) and became one of the most important British aircraft of World War I. Entering service with the Royal Flying Corps in 1917, it served as a frontline reconnaissance and light bomber aircraft and was later used by the Royal Air Force and other air forces worldwide. No. 5 Squadron RNAS, formed in 1913 and initially based at Eastchurch, Kent, operated the DH.4 in reconnaissance and bombing missions over the Western Front after being deployed to France in 1917. The DH.4 also saw service in other conflicts, including the Russian Civil War, and was used by countries such as the United States, France, and Australia. This 1:72 scale model faithfully replicates the DH4 No. 5 Squadron RNAS 1918 with authentic markings, colors, and intricate details, making it a must-have for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs who wish to honor the legacy of this iconic aircraft and its courageous pilots.
