{"product_id":"airfix-avro-anson-mk-i","title":"Airfix Avro Anson Mk.I","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Airfix 1:48 scale model kit of the Avro Anson Mk.I celebrates a significant aircraft in RAF history, featuring 199 plastic components and a wingspan measuring 359mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for intermediate modellers at skill level 3, this kit allows enthusiasts to construct one of three genuine paint schemes of this pioneering monoplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for those aged 8 and older, the model highlights the unique characteristics of the first monoplane to enter squadron service with the RAF and the first RAF aircraft to incorporate a retractable undercarriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon its introduction to No.48 Squadron at RAF Manston in March 1936, the Avro Anson marked the first monoplane to achieve squadron service and was the first RAF aircraft with a retractable undercarriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RAF Anson Mk.I was armed with a fixed forward firing .303 machine gun, operated by the pilot, and a single Lewis gun in the manually operated dorsal turret. It could also carry a modest bomb load, a necessity for Coastal Command's submarine hunting missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the RAF began World War II with 26 squadrons equipped with Avro Ansons, they were soon deemed outdated for combat and reassigned to training roles, for which the 'Faithfull Annie' was particularly well suited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the Empire Air Training Scheme, thousands of aircrew destined for Bomber Command were trained both in the UK and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e199 plastic components for a detailed build of this historic aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:48 scale model with a wingspan of 359mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes three genuine paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill level 3 - ideal for intermediate modellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed depiction of retractable undercarriage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes fixed forward firing .303 machine gun and dorsal turret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate representation of cockpit and bomb load features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ages 8 years and above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Key Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56952168317303,"sku":"A09191A","price":37.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/2152\/0450\/files\/a09191a_1.jpg?v=1776605732","url":"https:\/\/shop.keymodelworld.com\/products\/airfix-avro-anson-mk-i","provider":"Key Model World Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}