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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:
On 3rd April 1940 N9046 became the first Sunderland to truly lift the aircraft's reputation in combat and is credited as being the incident that probably earned its "Fliegended Stachelschwein" (Flying Porcupine) reputation. Fighting off two and then four and then another six Ju 88s which attempted to bomb a convoy it was escorting, the aircraft took heavy damage, had its fuel tanks holed and several crew members injured but still managed to hold the German Bombers at bay and protected the convoy. Lt. Frank Philips was awarded the DFC while Cpl. Lillie was awarded the DFM.
The Short S.25 Sunderland was a British flying boat patrol bomber developed for the Royal Air Force by Short Brothers, first flown on 16 October 1937 by Shorts' Chief Test Pilot, John Lankester Parker. Based in part upon the S.23 Empire flying boat, the flagship of Imperial Airways, the S.25 was extensively re-engineered for military service. It was one of the most powerful and widely used flying boats throughout the Second World War, and was involved in countering the threat posed by German U-boats in the Battle of the Atlantic. It took its name from the town of Sunderland in northeast England.
Shipping
We ship anywhere except for North Korea. If you order more than 1 plane, We will discount shipping, usually by half on additional planes, sometimes more depending on how many you buy.
Free domestic shipping if your order total is over $100.00.
All shipping is UPS Ground or USPS Priority Mail with delivery confirmation.
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International shipping is extra. Contact me before bidding.
Payment
We accept Paypal
Returns
Unopened items can be returned for refund excluding shipping charges.
Taxes
We are located in tax free NH. No taxes are charged.
Insurance
You pay for it, you will get it. If it's broken, send it back and I'll send you another one or refund your money. You pay for the shipping back to me and I'll pay for the shipping of the replacement.
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Shipping Details:
All shipping originates from zip code 03076 Pelham, NH. Domestic shipment will be USPS Priority Mail with delivery confirmation unless otherwise noted in the listing. International shipping is via USPS Air Letter or Parcel Post. I do not ship economy unless you request it. I do not take any responsibility for lost international shipments. Insurance can be purchased. Orders are generally shipped on the day after full payment.
Payment Details:
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Returns:
In the unlikely event that a return is request, all returns must include all original items undamaged, in re-saleable condition, all original packaging including manuals, warranty forms, etc. Software sales are not refundable. Shipping and handling fees are not refundable. Buyer is responsible for shipping costs incurred shipping products back.
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