Lockheed C-121G Super Constellation / NASA, Goddard Space Flight Center, MD, 1969 / HM 1:200 HL9025
Description
Lockheed C-121G Super Constellation
NASA, no. 421, Goddard Space Flight Center, MD, 1969
Hobby Master 1:200 HL9025
NASA operated two C-121Gs in the late 60s and early 70s in support of the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo space programs. They were originally leased to NASA in 1963 as NASA 420 and NASA 421. In June 1969 they were re-registered N420NA and N421NA respectively. NASA 421 was used to calibrate ground tracking stations, flying pre-planned routes globally. This allowed technicians to test systems that would support astronauts in space. The aircraft was retired after the Apollo 17 mission in 1972 and was later scrapped.
Lockheed C-121G Super Constellation
Designed as a stretched version of the successful Constellation design, the Super Constellation was first flown on October 13th, 1950.
Hobby Master Airliner Series
The Hobby Master "1:200 Airliner Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian aircraft.
Hobby Master "1:200 Airliner Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.