{"product_id":"corgi-aa30401-1-144-lockheed-l-749-constellation-boac-g-alal-banbury","title":"Corgi AA30401 1:144 Lockheed L-749 Constellation BOAC G-ALAL Banbury","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn elegant and substantial 1:144 scale diecast representation of Lockheed L-749 Constellation G-ALAL “Banbury”, operated by the British Overseas Airways Corporation during the formative years of post-war international air travel.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA30401 captures one of the most distinctive long-range piston airliners ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eG-ALAL formed part of BOAC's early Constellation fleet and became associated with the expansion of the airline's long-distance route network. In December 1948, the aircraft operated BOAC's inaugural Constellation service to Sydney, demonstrating the type's ability to connect Britain with destinations across Asia and Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft is presented in BOAC's classic polished natural-metal finish with a white upper fuselage, dark blue cheatline and prominent British Overseas Airways Corporation lettering. The registration G-ALAL and individual name “Banbury” identify the specific aircraft represented by this limited-edition release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lockheed Constellation was developed as a fast, pressurised long-range airliner and became instantly recognisable through its graceful curved fuselage, low-mounted wings and distinctive triple-fin tail. The L-749 incorporated increased fuel capacity and improved range, allowing airlines to operate longer international routes with fewer intermediate stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Constellation became closely associated with the prestigious early years of transatlantic and intercontinental passenger flight. Its combination of speed, passenger comfort and elegant styling made it one of the defining civil airliners of the late 1940s and 1950s before jet-powered aircraft transformed the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 2,400 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, clear cockpit glazing, permanently printed cabin windows and authentic BOAC markings. Additional features include four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aviation Archive Collector Series \/ Classic Propliners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA30401\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lockheed L-749 Constellation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration:\u003c\/strong\u003e G-ALAL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banbury\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirline:\u003c\/strong\u003e British Overseas Airways Corporation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-range passenger airliner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Association:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOAC's inaugural Constellation service to Sydney\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1940s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOAC \/ United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:144\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,400 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic BOAC G-ALAL Banbury markings, polished natural-metal and white finish, distinctive triple-fin tail, clear cockpit glazing, pad-printed cabin windows, four rotating propellers, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8\" or 20.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10.25\" or 26 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model is in very good condition overall and comes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint bubbling is present across the topside of the wings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller, more clustered areas of paint bubbling are also present on the underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe white paint on the topside of the fuselage has some fine cracking running through it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite the noted paint imperfections, the model still displays well overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box is in very good condition for its age, with some shelf wear present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight flexing is present to the back of the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57786542424446,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_5536.jpg?v=1785762917","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa30401-1-144-lockheed-l-749-constellation-boac-g-alal-banbury","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}