{"product_id":"corgi-aa36105-1-72-canadian-vickers-oa-10a-sa-10a-catalina-44-33939-usaf-4th-air-rescue-sqn-hamilton-afb-1949","title":"Corgi AA36105 1:72 Canadian-Vickers OA-10A SA-10A Catalina 44-33939 USAF 4th Air Rescue Sqn Hamilton AFB 1949","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA colourful and highly distinctive 1:72 scale diecast representation of Canadian-Vickers-built Catalina 44-33939, operated by the United States Air Force's 4th Air Rescue Squadron from Hamilton Air Force Base, California, during 1949.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA36105 features the highly visible rescue markings applied to an aircraft dedicated to locating and assisting aircrews in distress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAircraft 44-33939 was manufactured in Canada by Canadian Vickers as a PBV-1A, the Canadian-built equivalent of the amphibious Catalina. It was delivered to the United States Army Air Forces under the OA-10A designation and subsequently continued serving after the creation of the independent United States Air Force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1948, USAF designation changes resulted in surviving OA-10A aircraft becoming SA-10As, with the S prefix identifying their search-and-rescue role. Corgi marketed AA36105 as an OA-10A Catalina, but for its represented 1949 period the aircraft was technically an SA-10A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft is reproduced in one of the most colourful Catalina schemes represented within the Aviation Archive range. Its predominantly blue-grey finish is contrasted by large yellow and red recognition areas, prominent RESCUE titles and United States Air Force national markings designed to make the aircraft highly visible during emergency operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4th Air Rescue Squadron was based at Hamilton Air Force Base in California during this period and operated specialised aircraft tasked with locating and assisting distressed aircrews. Amphibious Catalinas were particularly useful because they combined long endurance with the ability to operate from either conventional airfields or suitable stretches of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed before the Second World War, the Catalina became one of the most versatile flying boats ever produced. Its exceptional range allowed it to undertake maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare, reconnaissance, transport and air-sea rescue missions across enormous areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amphibious version incorporated retractable landing gear while retaining the Catalina's boat-shaped hull and retractable wingtip floats. This flexibility made the aircraft particularly valuable for rescue work where a crew might need to search over long distances and subsequently land close to survivors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 1,210 pieces worldwide, this substantial Corgi model features the Catalina's enormous parasol wing, detailed observation blisters, articulating outrigger floats, clear landing-light lenses and extensive surface detailing. The amphibious undercarriage can be configured for ground or in-flight presentation.\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\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code\/MPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA36105\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canadian-Vickers Catalina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorgi Catalogue Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e OA-10A Catalina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1949 USAF Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e SA-10A Catalina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilitary Serial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44-33939\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Manufacturer Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canadian-Vickers PBV-1A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit\/Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAF 4th Air Rescue Squadron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hamilton Air Force Base, California\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\/Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1949\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator\/Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Air Force \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air-Sea Rescue \/ Search and Rescue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,210 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed plastic sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive rescue colour scheme, RESCUE titles, detailed cockpit and observation blisters, articulating wingtip floats, clear landing-light lenses, configurable amphibious landing gear and presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.75\" or 27.3 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\u003eThe model is in near mint condition overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small paint smudge is present on the first \"E\" of the \"RESCUE\" lettering on the topside of the wing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small area of paint discolouration is also present next to the viewing pods on the side of the aircraft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease note that the certificate is missing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\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\/sleeve is in very good condition overall, with some shelf wear present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. 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