Forces of Valor Smithsonian Series U.S. B-26B Marauder "Flak- Bait" Aircraft
Wheels-2-Wings is a new brand produced by Unimax, the makers of Forces of Valor. Wheels-2-Wings brings you highly detailed recreations of iconic machines found in world-class collections from around the world. Our first series features planes found in The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. The Smithsonian B-26B-25-MA nicknamed "Flak Bait" (AAF serial number 41-31173) survived 207 operational missions over Europe, more than any other American aircraft during World War II. Workers at the Baltimore factory completed "Flak Bait" in April 1943 and a crew flew it to England. The AAF assigned it to the 449th Bombardment Squadron, 322nd Bombardment Group (nicknamed the 'Annihilators') and gave the bomber the fuselage identification codes "PN-O." Lt. James J. Farrell of Greenwich, Connecticut, flew more missions in "Flak Bait" than any other pilot. He named the bomber after "Flea Bait," his brother's nickname for the family dog. Wheels-Wings B-26B Marauder "Flak- Bait" has weathering that highlights the access panels and riveting detail. The canopy provides a clear view of the pilot figures. There is a 360-degree rotating dorsal-mounted machine gun and highly detailed wheel wells, with detailed hydraulic lines. Two sets of bomb bay doors are provided - a closed set and a folded open set that reveals bombs, bomb racks and bulkhead details inside the fuselage. The solid metal wing has landing lights and the landing gear is provided for display on the runway. Props turn.   Features: · Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.  · Markings and placards that won't fade or peel.  · Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.  · Stand to display the aircraft "in flight".  · Detailed pilots.  · Authentic detachable ordnance loads. Dimensions: Length: 8.5 Inch Width: 11 Inch Height: 2.5 Inch Weight: 1 lb. Ages: 14+.