North American B-25C/D Mitchell TRT

North American B-25C/D Mitchell TRTThe role of medium bomber proved to be one of the most crucial during the Second World War and after something of a challenging service introduction, the North American B 25 Mitchell developed into a highly successful aircraft. Seeing service in every theatre of operation, the B 25 was the most versatile aircraft of its type, fulfilling a multitude of tactical roles in many different operating environments. Arguably, the most famous action involving

as it highlighted the fact that biplane designs were fast approaching their zenith

one which was also capable of transporting 1 tonne of ammunition and other equipment in its load compartment

and is now the oldest serving Royal Naval ship still in service

Creeping into contested territory

the Hawker Tempest V could trace its design lineage back to the Hurricane fighters which proved so decisive during the Battle of Britain only two years earlier

they were further improved by installing larger caliber weapons

single examples were sent to the No

Hurricane Mk II D

This 1:76 scale replica exclusively from Airfix comes with sprues and decals

The impressive Chinook made its first flight in 1961 and since then

Although appearing relatively late in WWII

its exceptional agility would allow this aircraft to score combat victories over much heavier and more modern American designs