Description: Atlas Editions Fighter Aces of World War II 7896-005 Supermarine Spitfire Mk IX Diecast Model RAF No.602 Sqn, MJ586, Pierre Clostermann, France, June 1944 1:72 Scale Length WidthSupermarine Spitfire Mk IX 5.25" 6.25" When WWII began Pierre Henri Clostermann was rejected by the French military so he traveled to the U.S. and earned his pilot's license. In 1942 he went to England and enlisted eventually being assigned to the No. 341 "Alsace" Squadron before transferring to the No. 602 "City of Glasgow". Clostermann had three Spitfires all LO-D with his last one being IXc MJ526. The aircraft wore the Glasgow red lion, the French Croix de Lorraine and was stationed at Longues sur Mer airfield mid 1944. He later flew Hawker Tempests with the RAF No. 274 Squadron. Supermarine Spitfire Mk IX Designed by R.J.Michell to meet a British Air Ministry specification, the Supermarine Spitfire first flown on March 5th, 1936. With its combination of beautiful fighter design, the excellent performance of its Rolls-Royce Merlin powerplant and firepower provided by twin cannons and four machine guns, the Spitfire became an unrivaled symbol of victory. The Spitfire had 40 major variants and was built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of the time. It flew operationally on every front between 1939 and 1945 and was engaged in every one of the Royal Air Force's major actions. Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. Atlas Editions Fighter Aces of World War II The Atlas Editions "Fighter Aces of World War II" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft in 1:72 scale. Atlas Editions diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal and plastic construction. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Fixed, non-spinning plastic propellers. No pilot figures. Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Brand: Atlas Editions Fighter Aces of World War II
Scale: 1:72
Vehicle Make: Supermarine
Vehicle Type: Airplane
Material: Diecast Metal and Plastic
Theme: Fighter Aces of World War II
Features: Unopened Box
Year of Manufacture: 2018
Model: Spitfire Mk IX
MPN: 7896-005
Recommended Age Range: 14+
Country/Region of Manufacture: China