{"product_id":"corgi-aa36615-1-72-p-38g-lightning-miss-virginia-operation-vengeance-1943-usaaf","title":"Corgi AA36615 1:72 P-38G Lightning Miss Virginia Operation Vengeance 1943 USAAF","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model of Lockheed P-38G Lightning 43-2264 \"Miss Virginia\", flown by Captain Rex T. Barber of the 339th Fighter Squadron, 347th Fighter Group during Operation Vengeance in April 1943.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlying from Guadalcanal, specially fuelled P-38s undertook a long overwater interception after US intelligence identified Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto's planned journey through the Solomon Islands. Barber's \"Miss Virginia\" took part in the interception on 18 April 1943, an engagement that became one of the Pacific War's most famous fighter missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P-38's twin-boom layout, concentrated nose armament and long range made it uniquely suited to the operation. This Aviation Archive release captures the aircraft's distinctive profile and mission markings in an impressive collector display model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aviation Archive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA36615\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lockheed P-38G Lightning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial \/ Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43-2264 \"Miss Virginia\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captain Rex T. Barber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 339th Fighter Squadron, 347th Fighter Group\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation \/ Theatre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Operation Vengeance, Solomon Islands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate \/ Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 April 1943\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAAF \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,000 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality subcomponents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic unit markings, detailed twin-boom airframe, rotating propellers, interchangeable landing gear and display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25 in (15.9 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.75 in (22.2 cm)\u003c\/p\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\u003eAll defects are shown with red arrows in the images for clear observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e A small mark is present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose armament:\u003c\/strong\u003e One front gun sits slightly wonky. It is stiff in position and appears likely to be a production characteristic, so we recommend not attempting to straighten it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes complete with its original parts and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box is in mint condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model will be securely packaged for dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58262042345854,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_8364.jpg?v=1792432907","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa36615-1-72-p-38g-lightning-miss-virginia-operation-vengeance-1943-usaaf","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}