Lockheed L-188 Electra Commercial Aircraft "Eastern Air Lines" White with Dark Blue Stripes 1/400 Diecast Model Airplane by GeminiJets

Brand new 1/400 scale diecast airplane model of Lockheed L-188 Electra Commercial Aircraft "Eastern Air Lines" White with Dark Blue Stripes die cast model by GeminiJets.Detailed exterior.True-to-scale detail.Does NOT include stand.This model does not have any openings.Manufacturers original unopened packaging.Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.Dimensions approximately L-3.125 Wingspan-3 inches.Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.HISTORY ASPECTS:The Lockheed L-188 Electra registered as N5507 and operated by Eastern Air Lines is an iconic chapter in the history of commercial aviation. Introduced into Eastern Air Lines fleet this turboprop aircraft represented a leap forward in air travel during the 1950s and 1960s. The Electra known for its distinctive design and reliability symbolized Eastern Air Lines commitment to providing a premium and comfortable travel experience for its passengers.After several attempts to launch a 4-engine airliner by Lockheed failed in the early to mid-1950s an order for 35 L-188A Electras by American Airlines in June 1955 secured the start for this fine airplane. Shortly thereafter an order came in in September 1955 for 40 aircraft for Eastern Air Lines. Powered by the same Allison 501-D engine as the already popular Lockheed C-130 military transport the Electra was off to a good start and first flew in December 1957. Parallel to the Electra the U.S. Navy saw huge potential in the aircraft and launched a military version of the type in the late 1950s known as the P-3 Orion. The Lockheed L-188 Electra is regarded as one of the best airframes ever made and enjoyed many years of flying right into the jet age. In fact the Electra outperformed many early jets that were introduced to replace the Electra. The Electra would go on.