Inflight200 IF188AN0924P 1:200 Ansett – ANA Lockheed L-188A Electra VH-RMB

Ansett ordered this Electra with Lockheed in December 1958. It was first flown as VH-RMB in February the following year. It arrived at Essendon after the delivery flight on April 09 the following year. It operated its final passenger service on May 06, 1971 and was withdrawn from service and stored at Essendon. It was then converted to a freighter for Ansett Airlines of Australia Air Cargo, operating its first freighter revenue service Melbourne (Tullamarine) – Launceston in October 1972. It’s last freighter service was Melbourne – Hobart – Launceston – Melbourne as AN1443/4 on January 29, 1984. A chequered history in the US followed before being finally withdrawn from use and placed in open storage at Opa Locka Airport – November 09, 1996. It was scrapped on site at Opa Locka Airport in March 1997.

Meticulously crafted to capture every intricate detail of the real aircraft, this high quality pre-assembled diecast (metal) model produced by InFlight 200 includes detachable landing gear with rubber tyres, fixed communication antennas, display stand and spinnable propellers.

Whether displayed on a shelf or used for diorama purposes, this diecast model aircraft is a must-have for any aviation enthusiast or collector.

Model Features:

• Detachable landing gear with rubber tyres
• Communication antennas and/or SATCOMs
• Diecast metal with some plastic parts
• Display stand included