Corgi Aviation Archive Diecast Model 

Westland Wessex HC.2

No.72 Squadron

RAF Odiham, Hants.,1970

1/72 Scale - AA37603

Wingspan: 9"

Length:11"

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:

The RAF operated 68 Wessex helicopters designated HC.Mk.2 in the troop carrying and support roles, with No.72 Squadron being the first RAF squadron to become operational on the type at RAF Odiham, near Basingstoke, Hants in 1964. 1969 saw the squadron begin its involvement in Northern Ireland with a detachment to RAF Ballykelly and then to RAF Aldergrove. It maintained this detachment until 1981when the decision was made to move the entire Squadron to Aldergrove where it remained until its disbandment in June 2002 having supported the British Army and RUC unstintingly for 33 years. The Wessex could carry 16 fully-laden troops or an underslung load comprising usually a Howitzer field gun or LandRover.