
Lockheed Vega "Amelia Earhart" Large Mahogany Model
The handcrafted Amelia Earhart Lockheed Vega model celebrates the legendary aircraft that carried aviation's most iconic pioneer across the Atlantic and into history.Crafted by High Flying Models from premium mahogany wood, this collectible airplane model represents the finest in aviation memorabilia with museum-quality attention to detail.Historic Significance and CraftsmanshipThe original Lockheed Vega, first built in 1927, was a single-engine aircraft that Amelia Earhart transformed into her record-breaking companion. She had a more powerful engine installed along with greater fuel capacity, enabling her to set two world records: becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic from North America to Europe, and the first to fly solo non-stop across the United States from west to east. What is the best Lockheed Vega replica for collectors seeking historical authenticity? This mahogany aircraft model faithfully reproduces the streamlined design and classic proportions of Earha