At Aerobertics, Guillow's is a well-known manufacturer of model airplane kits, specializing in balsa wood kits that have been cherished by hobbyists since 1926. The company offers a wide range of models, from simple gliders and rubber band-powered planes to more complex scale models and electric-powered aircraft. Overall, Guillow's remains a staple in the model aviation community, known for its dedication to quality, detail, and the enduring appeal of its classic model airplane kits.
The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was a revolutionary fighter for the time with its tricycle landing gear, twin boom and turbo-superchargers. The first models were accepted by the Army Air Force in October 1941 and, by the end of the war, nearly 10,000 had rolled from the production lines. From introduction until 1945, many modifications were made in the original design to comply with the needs of the air services. On April 18, 1943, a flight of P-38’s downed Japan’s great naval strategist, Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto, while he was flying on an inspection tour of the Solomon Islands. Due to its unusual configuration, the Lightning was dubbed the “fork-tailed Devil” by the Luftwaffe and “two airplanes with one pilot” by the Japanese-grudging respect earned by its formidable appearance and reputation.
Specifications :
- Wing span : 1016mm
- Length : 781mm
