Our B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle model aircraft is modeled and handcrafted using various high-quality grade materials by our renowned master craftsmen. Our B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle model aircraft is uniquely designed and manufactured using the latest innovations and techniques applied in the over-all manufacturing and operation process procedures. The model airplane’s parts including the fuselage, wings and glass cockpit are extremely accurate and precise based on the original. This model aircraft will fascinate anyone, aviation enthusiast and model aircraft collectors alike for its remarkable and exceptional quality. This elegant B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle model aircraft is definitely the perfect gift and collectible you would want to give to your friends and family. B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle History: The "Memphis Belle" of the 324th BS assumed its place in history in May, 1943 as the first B-17 Flying Fortress to have completed 25 missions. Both the plane and crew returned to the States for a grand tour to promote the War Effort . The B-17F Flying Fortress or the Memphis Belle was built by the Boeing Aircraft Co. It became famous for being the first heavy bomber in Hitler’s European War. It was released and began its operations during the World War II against German industrial targets. Reporter Richard Williams was the one who called it the Flying Fortress due to its capability to fly very high, do long range bombing and defend itself. The name “Memphis Belle” is from the name of the pilot’s wartime sweetheart Ms. Margaret Polk. The B-17F is also known for completing its 25 missions without losing any of its crew. Thus, it was loved by many for bringing the pilots home safely despite all the dangerous battle they had to face. Not to mention, it was the very first aircraft to make this record in history. Flying Fortress is famous for its excellent durability and great survivability. The Memphis Belle dropped 60 tons of bombs over Germany, France and Belgium. And during the said 25 missions the aircraft flew 148 hours, 50 minutes and covered more than 20,000 combat miles. In history, it was the only aircraft that has its own file in the Air Force Film Depository. After 44 years since its 25th battle, The Memphis Pavilion was made for the famous B-17F Flying Fortress. The Air force declared it as a national historic treasure and will be forever remembered as one of the most remarkable aircraft made for the US Army Corps. This model has measurements of: Span 19.9 Len 14.3 and Scale: 1: 62