Airfix - 1/48 de Havilland Chipmunk T.10 - A04105

With the de Havilland designed Tiger Moth biplane proving to be such an important pilot training aircraft during the Second World War, it is no wonder that the same company would have a say in producing its replacement, when both the RCAF and Royal Air Force were looking to upgrade their primary pilot training capabilities. In order to keep pace with wartime aircraft production and to allow increasing numbers of Canadian airmen to be trained, de Havilland established an overseas subsidiary in Canada, the de Havilland Aircraft Company of Canada.



As a training aeroplane, it is obvious that more people would have experience with the de Havilland Chipmunk as opposed to the more glamourous front line aircraft types which are so popular with enthusiasts, however, the opportunity to still fly in one of these historic aeroplanes ensures that it continues to be held in great affection by owners and enthusiasts alike. Importantly, the Chipmunk is still fulfilling the role for which it was originally designed when making its first flight 74 years ago, providing basic flying training and allowing people to experience the thrill of flying for the first time.

Tech Specs
Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
16.15
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)
4.5
How many pieces will be found in the box?
84
Item Scale
1:48
Contents (what's in the box) sets
Sprues & decals
Finish
Plastic
Number of Scheme options
4
Wingspan (mm)
217