Corgi Warbirds Diecast Model

Messerschmitt Bf 109E

Luftwaffe I./JG 2

Helmut Wick

1/72 Scale - WB99604

Wingspan: 5.5"

Each Model Features:

Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.

Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.

Pad printed markings that won't fade or peel like decals.

Display stand.  (plane does not come with landing gear).

On August 31, 1939 Wick was transferred to Jagdgeschwader 2 - Richthofen, based in Döberitz near Berlin under the command of Oberst Gerd von Massow and was assigned Me 109 E-3 with the tactical code Yellow 3. On September 1, 1939 he joined its 3. Staffel and served with the unit in the air defense of Berlin during the Polish Campaign. Following the German victory in Poland JG 2 was transferred to Frankfurt-Rebstock and tasked with protection of Germany's Western border. Leutnant Wick claimed his first, and the Geschwader's second, victory on November 22, 1939, when he shot down a French Curtiss Hawk 75 fighter near Nancy, piloted by Sergent Saillard of the Groupe de Chasse II/4 Armée de l'Air who was killed in action. For this feat, Wick received the Iron Cross, Second Class.