ulliBrand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Douglas C-54 Skymaster Transport Aircraft Berlin Airlift Candy Bomber Air Transport Command United States Air Force 1945 Planes of World War II Series die cast model by Luppa./liliBrand new box./liliDetailed exterior./liliTrue-to-scale detail./liliComes with a display stand./liliThis model does not have any openings./liliMade of diecast metal with some plastic parts./liliDimensions approximately L-5.5 Wingspan-6.75 inches./liliDiecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel./li/ulpspan stylecolor ff0000;HISTORY ASPECTS/spanbr /The Douglas C-54 Skymaster played a pivotal role during the Berlin Airlift which occurred from 1948 to 1949 following the Soviet Unions blockade of West Berlin. As part of Operation Vittles the C-54 Skymaster affectionately known as the Candy Bomber was instrumental in delivering essential supplies such as food fuel and medicine to the beleaguered city. Despite facing formidable logistical...
