Airfix 1/48 Scale WWII RAF Ground Crew Model Kit

Airfix 1/48 Scale WWII RAF Ground Crew Model Kit

While it is the pilots that often receive the most acclaim for their role in defending the United Kingdom from the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain in the late summer of 1940, they could never have completed this job alone. Supporting the pilots were many more men and women from across the UK who served as ground crew, performing the vital tasks of refuelling, rearming and maintaining fighter aircraft in between sorties. This was a particularly hazardous task during the Luftwaffe attacks and hit-and-run raids upon RAF airfields. In addition to refuelling and re-arming Spitfires and Hurricanes with thousands of .303 rounds, these hard-working people also patched up damaged fighters, started the engines before sorties, and assisted pilots despite the hectic pace of the battle. The bombing raids and strafing attacks claimed many lives and many more ground crew members were injured, but they carried on, both through the battle and throughout the remainder of the war, often working both in the blazing sun and freezing cold, ensuring that the RAF had the means to defend the skies of Great Britain.

This kit includes:  

• 8 Ground Crew Figures 
• 2 Pilot Figures 
• 1 Trolley Accumulator 
• 1 Oil Bowser 
• 1 Ammunition Trolley Wheel Chock 
• Miscellaneous Support Equipment  

Please Note: The Hawker Hurricane is not included, this is available separately as A05127

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Total parts: 108

Paints and glue are required to complete this model kit. Not included. Available separately.

Deluxe Materials Plastic Magic Cement 40ml (AD83):

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