Corgi Aviation Archive Diecast Model Canadair Sabre F.1 234 Sqn., 2 TAF, RAF Geilenkirchen, Germany, 1954 1/72 Scale - AA35813 Wingspan: 6" Length: 6.75" Each model features: - Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Interchangeable landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Poseable presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.
- Detailed pilots and crew members (1:72/1:32).
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards (1:72/1:32).
- Selected interchangeable features such as airbrakes, opened canopies and access panels (1:72/1:32).
- Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings (1:72/1:32).
About this Model: No 234 Squadron was formed in August 1918 from Nos 350, 351, 352 and 353 Flights at the seaplane station at Tresco, Isles of Scilly, and flew anti-submarine patrols over the approaches to the English Channel until the Armistice, disbanding on 15 May 1919. The squadron reformed at Oldenburg on 1 August 1952 in the ground attack role, equipped with Vampires, but in November 1953, it returned to the day fighter role when it began to receive Sabres, conversion being completed in January 1954. The squadron moved to Geilenkirchen in June 1954, where Hunters replaced the Sabres in May 1956, but following the Sandy's White Paper, it was disbanded on 15 July 1957. |
