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Corgi Aviation AA28403 1:48 English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 RAF No.11 Sqn


Preowned - Mint (10/10)
Limited Edition
906 of 1500
Pieces Worldwide

Description

A supersonic legend from the "Last Lightning Show." This 1:48 scale diecast model captures English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 XS904, serving with No.11 Squadron at RAF Binbrook in August 1987. A true veteran of the Cold War, this aircraft participated in the spectacular nine-ship formation during the Lightning's final official RAF display. XS904 was later delivered to Bruntingthorpe by Deputy Chief Test Pilot Peter Orme, marking the historic final military flight of the type, and remains preserved today by the Lightning Preservation Group.

This large-scale Aviation Archive model is a premier centerpiece for collectors of British jet aviation and Cold War interceptors. Ideal for a dedicated RAF display, it showcases the iconic camouflaged finish and stacked-engine profile of Britain’s only indigenous supersonic fighter during its emotional final year of frontline service.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive

Model code: AA28403

Aircraft: English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6

Unit: No.11 Sqn

Serial/Code: XS904 / BQ

Location: RAF Binbrook, England

Date/Period: 1987

Scale: 1:48

Limited Edition: 1500 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast


Model Dimensions

Length: 13.75" or 34.9 cm

Width: 8.75" or 22.2 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)


Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Minor wear

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any 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.

Grading

Grading Criteria


Mint (10/10)  
 - As new, no visible flaws.


Near Mint (9/10)  
- Very light signs of handling or display only.


Excellent (8/10)  
- Light wear or a few tiny marks; displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)  
- Noticeable wear or small chips/rubs but still presentable.


Good (6/10)  
- Obvious overall wear; better as a display/filler piece.


Fair (5/10)  
- Heavy wear or larger areas of paint loss.


Spares/Repairs (4/10 or below)  
- Significant damage or missing parts.


For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Conditional Grading page.

 

Returns

- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

- Items must be returned in their original condition.

- Free UK customer returns.

- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.

- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.

For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.


If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.

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Description

A supersonic legend from the "Last Lightning Show." This 1:48 scale diecast model captures English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6 XS904, serving with No.11 Squadron at RAF Binbrook in August 1987. A true veteran of the Cold War, this aircraft participated in the spectacular nine-ship formation during the Lightning's final official RAF display. XS904 was later delivered to Bruntingthorpe by Deputy Chief Test Pilot Peter Orme, marking the historic final military flight of the type, and remains preserved today by the Lightning Preservation Group.

This large-scale Aviation Archive model is a premier centerpiece for collectors of British jet aviation and Cold War interceptors. Ideal for a dedicated RAF display, it showcases the iconic camouflaged finish and stacked-engine profile of Britain’s only indigenous supersonic fighter during its emotional final year of frontline service.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Corgi

Series: Aviation Archive

Model code: AA28403

Aircraft: English Electric Lightning F.Mk 6

Unit: No.11 Sqn

Serial/Code: XS904 / BQ

Location: RAF Binbrook, England

Date/Period: 1987

Scale: 1:48

Limited Edition: 1500 pieces worldwide

Material: Diecast


Model Dimensions

Length: 13.75" or 34.9 cm

Width: 8.75" or 22.2 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Mint (10/10)


Box condition - Near Mint (9/10)

  • Minor wear

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any 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.

Grading

Grading Criteria


Mint (10/10)  
 - As new, no visible flaws.


Near Mint (9/10)  
- Very light signs of handling or display only.


Excellent (8/10)  
- Light wear or a few tiny marks; displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)  
- Noticeable wear or small chips/rubs but still presentable.


Good (6/10)  
- Obvious overall wear; better as a display/filler piece.


Fair (5/10)  
- Heavy wear or larger areas of paint loss.


Spares/Repairs (4/10 or below)  
- Significant damage or missing parts.


For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Conditional Grading page.

 

Returns

- Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

- Items must be returned in their original condition.

- Free UK customer returns.

- Non-UK customers are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe all items accurately to help you buy with confidence.

- Refunds are issued after inspection of the returned item.

For more information on returns, please visit our Returns Policy page.


If you need to return an item, please email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under “About & Help” in the top menu.