Airbus A320 Commercial Aircraft "Air France" White w/Tail Stripes "Gemini 200" Series 1/200 Diecast Model Airplane by GeminiJets

Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Airbus A320 Commercial Aircraft "Air France" White with Tail Stripes "Gemini 200" Series die cast model by GeminiJets. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Comes with a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L-7.5, Wingspan-6.75 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS: The Air France A320-200, with the registration F-HEPF, holds a special place in the fleet of one of Europe's most iconic airlines. This narrow-body, single-aisle aircraft has been a workhorse for short- to medium-haul flights within Europe, serving both business travelers and tourists alike. With its sleek design and Air France's distinctive livery, F-HEPF has been a familiar sight at airports across the continent. The Airbus A320 family is a series of narrow-body airliners developed and produced by Airbus. The A320 was launched in March 1984, first flew on 22 February 1987, and was introduced in April 1988 by Air France. The first member of the family was followed by the longer A321 (first delivered in January 1994), the shorter A319 (April 1996), and the even shorter A318 (July 2003). Final assembly takes place in Toulouse in France; Hamburg in Germany; Tianjin in China since 2009; and Mobile, Alabama in the United States since April 2016. Air France, stylized as AIRFRANCE, is the flag carrier of France headquartered in Tremblay-en-France. It is a subsidiary of the Air France–KLM Group and a founding member of the SkyTeam global airline alliance. As of 2013, Air France serves 29 destinations in France and operates worldwide scheduled passenger and cargo services to 201 destinations in 78 countries (93 including overseas departments and territories of France) and also carried 46,803,000 passengers in 2019. The airline's global hub is at Charles de Gaulle Airport with Orly Airport as the primary domestic hub. Air France's corporate headquarters, previously in Montparnasse, Paris, are located on the grounds of Charles de Gaulle Airport, north of Paris. Air France was formed on 30 August 1933 from a merger of Air Orient, Air Union, Compagnie Générale Aéropostale, Compagnie Internationale de Navigation Aérienne (CIDNA), and Société Générale de Transport Aérien (SGTA). During the Cold War, from 1950 until 1990, it was one of the three main Allied scheduled airlines operating in Germany at West Berlin's Tempelhof and Tegel airports. In 1990, it acquired the operations of French domestic carrier Air Inter and international rival UTA – Union de Transports Aériens. It served as France's primary national flag carrier for seven decades prior to its 2003 merger with KLM. Air France, known for its commitment to passenger comfort and safety, has always chosen modern and efficient aircraft for its fleet. The A320 series is no exception, featuring advanced avionics and fuel-efficient engines. F-HEPF has been an integral part of Air France's efforts to provide a seamless and enjoyable flying experience for its passengers, combining reliability and eco-friendliness. Now, aviation enthusiasts and collectors have the opportunity to own this meticulously crafted 1:200 scale model. Whether you're a collector or simply an admirer of aviation history, this model is a must-have addition to your collection, allowing you to showcase the timeless beauty of the Air France A320-200 in your own display.