Brand new 1/144 scale diecast airplane model of Short Stirling Mk.III Aircraft "Jolly Roger No. 199 Squadron 100 Group" (1943) British Royal Air Force "Planes of World War II" Series die cast model by Luppa.
Brand new box.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Comes with a display stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-7.25 Wingspan-8.25 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.

HISTORY ASPECTS:The Short Stirling Mk.III "Jolly Roger" operated by No. 199 Squadron of the 100 Group Royal Air Force played a vital role in the electronic warfare and special operations missions during World War II. First introduced as the Royal Air Forces first four-engine heavy bomber the Stirling was initially used for strategic bombing missions. However by 1943 it had been reassigned to specialized units such as No. 199 Squadron 100 Group which was tasked with countermeasures and electronic warfare operations. The "Jolly Roger" was a part of this crucial effort to protect Allied bomber formations and disrupt enemy radar and communication systems.No. 199 Squadron formed in November 1942 became a part of the 100 Group in 1943 which focused on electronic warfare and radar countermeasures. The "Jolly Roger" with its distinctive nose art was equipped with various electronic devices and jamming equipment that were cutting-edge for the time. The aircraft flew missions primarily over Germany and occupied Europe where it provided electronic support to the bomber stream by jamming German radar systems and communications misleading enemy fighters and ensuring that the main bomber forces could reach their targets with reduced opposition. The Stirlings capability to carry both electronic warfare equipment and a reasonable bomb l