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P-51D Mustang Model, USAAF, "The Flying Undertaker" - Corgi HC32216
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Description
Corgi Legends Series Diecast Model
North American P-51 D Mustang - "The Flying Undertaker", Major William Shomo (WWII Ace), 82nd TRS, USAAF
1:72 scale. Length: 5.25". Wingspan: 6.25"
Includes display stand
Maj. William Shomo was awarded the Medal of Honor for claiming seven Japanese aircraft in a single mission. During the battle his aircraft was damaged by debris, and he was issued this Mustang in its place. Learning of Shomo's pre-war occupation, US war correspondents quickly dubbed him "The Flying Undertaker".
The North American Aviation P-51 Mustang was a single-seat World War II fighter aircraft. First flown on October 26, 1940, the P-51 was designed and built in just 117 days. It flew most of its missions as a bomber escort in raids over Germany, helping ensure Allied air superiority from 1944. As well as being economical to produce, the Mustang was a fast and durable aircraft
Corgi is a leading manufacturer of high quality, pre-built, diecast model airplanes. Each model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft. Corgi models are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
The models in the Corgi Legends series feature realistic panel lines, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, historically accurate markings and fixed position landing gear with rotating wheels
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