
Douglas C-54 Skymaster Transport Aircraft "Berlin Airlift Candy Bomber Air Transport Command" United States Air Force (1945) "Planes of World War II" Series 1/200 Diecast Model Airplane by Luppa
Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Douglas C-54 Skymaster Transport Aircraft "Berlin Airlift, Candy Bomber, Air Transport Command" United States Air Force (1945) "Planes of World War II" Series die cast model by Luppa. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Comes with a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L-5.5, Wingspan-6.75 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS:The Douglas C-54 Skymaster played a pivotal role during the Berlin Airlift, which occurred from 1948 to 1949, following the Soviet Union's blockade of West Berlin. As part of Operation Vittles, the C-54 Skymaster, affectionately known as the "Candy Bomber," was instrumental in delivering essential supplies such as food, fuel, and medicine to the beleaguered city. Despite facing formidable logistical challenges and operating under