{"product_id":"corgi-aa33319-1-72-boeing-b-17g-flying-fortress-usaaf-mi-amigo","title":"Corgi AA33319 1:72 Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress USAAF 305th BG Mi Amigo WWII 1944","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA magnificent and deeply profound 1:72 scale diecast masterpiece honoring the ultimate sacrifice of an elite American bomber crew.\u003c\/strong\u003e This premium replica within Corgi's Aviation Archive Collector Series (AA33319) perfectly represents the Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress (Serial #42-31322), affectionately christened \"Mi Amigo\" (\"My Friend\" in Spanish) by its bombardier, Lt. Melcher Hernandez. Operating with the USAAF 305th Bombardment Group, 364th Bombardment Squadron out of RAF Chelveston, England, the ten-man crew was assembled from right across America to fly grueling night-intruder and daylight bombing campaigns over occupied Europe to prepare the way for D-Day. On February 22nd, 1944, following a vital raid against a Luftwaffe airfield in Aalborg, Northern Denmark, \"Mi Amigo\" was knocked out of formation under sustained attack by enemy fighters and intense flak. Heavily crippled, with navigating equipment destroyed and multiple crew members severely wounded, the aircraft limped back home through thick cloud cover. Emerging at low altitude over Sheffield, England, the pilots discovered children playing below in Endcliffe Park; heroically choosing to stay with the plane rather than execute a catastrophic crash-landing directly onto the open grounds, the crew steered the bomber into a nearby wooded bank. All ten men on board paid the ultimate price, a selfless act of valor that completely averted a civilian disaster on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly coveted by advanced military historians for its emotional legacy and incredible display presence, this 1:72 scale model captures the definitive heavy bomber configuration of World War II. Constructed with a substantial diecast metal hull, the large model exhibits exceptional structural accuracy, accurately recreating the Flying Fortress's massive wingspan, sturdy fuselage detailing, and array of defensive firepower. Meticulously finished in its operational USAAF olive drab camouflage livery, the model highlights authentic \"WF-V\" squadron markings, crisp panel definitions, and high-fidelity custom \"Mi Amigo\" nose art. Complete with realistic engine nacelles, a clear \"greenhouse\" nose canopy, rotating top and ball turrets, and full defensive gun setups, this museum-grade replica stands as an enduring, limited-edition tribute to Allied aviation heroism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA33319\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial\/Tail Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e #42-31322\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose Art \/ Nickname:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Mi Amigo\" (My Friend)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAAF 305th Bombardment Group, 364th Bombardment Squadron (305th BG, 364th BS)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Command:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAF Chelveston, Northamptonshire, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTragic Memorial Site:\u003c\/strong\u003e Endcliffe Park, Sheffield, England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 22nd, 1944 (World War II)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,300 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight Diecast Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantial solid metal construction weight, authentic \"Mi Amigo\" custom nose art graphics, No. 305 BG \"WF-V\" camouflage scheme, rotating defensive gun turrets, clear greenhouse canopy glazing, detailed multi-engine props, custom presentation flight stand included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.25\" or 31.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.25\" or 43.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel is in near mint condition overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerial near the tail has been re-attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAside from the re-attached aerial, the model presents in pristine condition and comes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox is in excellent condition overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall perforation present to the front cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome wear present to the edges.\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":57649787896190,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_3421.jpg?v=1783356320","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa33319-1-72-boeing-b-17g-flying-fortress-usaaf-mi-amigo","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}