Lockheed C-121G "NASA" NASA 422, Planes of Fame Museum, Arizona (w/"BATAAN" decal) IN 1:200 scale
This is the Lockheed C-121G "NASA" NASA 422, Planes of Fame Museum, Arizona (w/"BATAAN" decal) IN 1:200 scale by Hobby Master.
The Lockheed C‑121G Constellation tail-number NASA 422, now preserved at the Planes of Fame Air Museum in Arizona, is a remarkable piece of aviation history. Originally built as a military transport, this “Super Connie” served in VIP and command support roles before being transferred to NASA where it aided the agency’s space-program tracking efforts during the Apollo era. Its polished fuselage and distinctive blue NASA stripe make it a striking exhibit, and its dual legacy in both military and space age operations gives it a unique place among museum aircraft.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
The Lockheed C‑121G Constellation tail-number NASA 422, now preserved at the Planes of Fame Air Museum in Arizona, is a remarkable piece of aviation history. Originally built as a military transport, this “Super Connie” served in VIP and command support roles before being transferred to NASA where it aided the agency’s space-program tracking efforts during the Apollo era. Its polished fuselage and distinctive blue NASA stripe make it a striking exhibit, and its dual legacy in both military and space age operations gives it a unique place among museum aircraft.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
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