Douglas VC-118A Transport Aircraft "United States Air Force One 1254th Air Transport Wing Andrews Air Base" (53-3240) White with Blue Stripes 1/500 Diecast Model Airplane by Herpa

Brand new 1/500 scale diecast airplane model of Douglas VC-118A Transport Aircraft "United States Air Force One, 1254th Air Transport Wing, Andrews Air Base" (53-3240) White with Blue Stripes die cast model by Herpa. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Does not include display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L-2.5, Wingspan-2.75 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS:Air Force One, specifically the VC-118A with tail number 33240, has a storied history as the official aircraft used by U.S. Presidents. Originally manufactured by Douglas Aircraft, this aircraft was a modified version of the Douglas DC-6, specifically designed to meet the needs of the President of the United States. Entering service in the 1950s, the VC-118A was equipped with advanced communication systems,