De Havilland Tiger Moth Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options (Level 2) 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix

Brand new plastic model kit of De Havilland Tiger Moth Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options (Level 2) 1/72 plastic model kit by Airfix. Brand new box. Vintage style packaging. Officially licensed product. Contains 42 detailed parts. Does NOT include display stand. Paint and cement required (not included). Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Parts molded in Light Gray, unless otherwise indicated. Includes decals to design the plane in 2 different schemes. Dimensions approximately L-4, W-4.875 inches assembled. HISTORY ASPECTS: The de Havilland Tiger Moth was a British biplane trainer that became an essential part of pilot training programs across the Commonwealth during World War II. First introduced in 1932, the Tiger Moth was designed as a durable and easy-to-handle aircraft, making it an ideal choice for preparing new pilots for combat roles. Its robust construction and forgiving flight characteristics allowed instructors to safely teach essential skills, even to inexperienced trainees. By the outbreak of World War II, the Tiger Moth had been adopted by numerous air forces, solidifying its role as a primary training aircraft. Throughout the war, the Tiger Moth played a key role in training pilots for the Royal Air Force under the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. Its presence was not confined to Europe, as it was also extensively used in Canada, Australia, and India for similar purposes. Beyond its training duties, the Tiger Moth saw limited operational use in non-combat roles, including aerial reconnaissance, coastal patrol, and even light transport. It was sometimes employed to carry messages and supplies in remote areas or perform secondary tasks in regions where more advanced aircraft were not available. After the war, the Tiger Moth continued to serve in military and civilian roles worldwide. Its simple design and reliability made it a popular aircraft for flying clubs, barnstorming, and aerial crop-dusting. Many examples have survived into the modern era, lovingly maintained by aviation enthusiasts and often seen at airshows and in heritage flights. The Tiger Moth’s enduring legacy as a training aircraft and its contribution to the war effort have cemented its place as one of the most iconic biplanes in aviation history. This 1:72 scale model captures the elegance and simplicity of this legendary biplane. Meticulously detailed and true to its historical design, this replica is a perfect tribute to the aircraft that trained generations of pilots and became a symbol of aviation’s golden age.