Spitfire Mk.IXc, Sqn. Ldr Johnny Plagis Diecast Model

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Item Number:	29951
Price:	$134.99 CAD each
Availability:	January
Manufacturer:	Hobby Master
Description:	In May 1944 the 126 (Persian Gulf) Squadron was equipped with the Spitfire IX and providing fighter escort for bombers over north-western France as well as protection for the growing armada being assembled for D-Day. In July 1944 the 126 was stationed at Harrowbeer and Squadron Leader Johnny Plagis was Commander flying Spitfire IX “5J-K” ML214; that wore Kay after his sister and Muscat, a city in Oman. In July and August Plagis scored four victories but in September he was hit by flak and survived but the aircraft was lost.
Additional Info:	Canopy slides open. Comes with a pilot that can be removed. Comes with display stand. Landing gear is fully retractable and can be displayed up or down. Propeller is metal.

Scale:

1/48

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