- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Supermarine Spitfire MkI Fighter Aircraft "P9443 ZD-D, Flight Lieutenant Douglas Bader, No. 222 Squadron, Battle of Britain" (1940) Royal Air Force "The Aviation Archive" Series die cast model by Corgi.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Includes display stand.
- Officially licensed product.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 5.25, Wingspan- 6.25 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
HISTORY ASPECTS:
Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I P9443, coded ZD-D, served with No. 222 Squadron RAF during the height of the Battle of Britain. The Mk.I variant was the RAF’s premier interceptor at the outbreak of the war, powered by the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine and armed with eight .303 Browning machine guns. Its combination of speed, climb rate, and turning ability made it ideally suited to counter the Luftwaffe’s fighters and bombers as they crossed the English Channel in the summer air battles over southern England.
This aircraft is closely associated with Flight Lieutenant Douglas Bader, one of the RAF’s most famous fighter leaders. Despite losing both legs in a pre-war flying accident, Bader returned to active service and quickly became a symbol of determination and leadership. While serving with No. 222 Squadron, Bader flew Spitfire Mk.I aircraft on numerous interception sorties during the Battle of Britain. Pilots of 222 Squadron were frequently scrambled to engage incoming formations of Heinkel, Dornier, and Junkers bombers escorted by Messerschmitt Bf 109 fighters, often engaging in intense dogfights at altitude over Kent and Sussex.
Spitfire P9443 represents the broader effort of RAF Fighter Command during one of the most critical conflicts of the Second World War. The Battle of Britain was the first major campaign fought entirely in the air, and the success of squadrons like 222 prevented German air superiority and a potential invasion of Britain. Aircraft such as P9443 were flown repeatedly in exhausting daily operations, with pilots and ground crews working under constant pressure to keep the fighters serviceable and ready for the next scramble.
This 1:72 scale model captures the spirit of the Battle of Britain and commemorates one of the RAF’s most inspirational figures, making it a historically significant addition to any aviation collection.
Return Policy
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⏱️ Timeframe
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📦 Damaged or Defective Items
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🔧 Condition & Packaging
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🌍 International Forwarding
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📬 Unclaimed / Undeliverable
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