Unbeatable museum quality best describes our handcrafted JRF Goose model airplane. After passing through the hands of master craftsmen, the parts are sanded and primed many times. Talented artists then paint on the intricate details with great accuracy. A final coat of clear lacquer protects the JRF Goose model and gives it a glossy finish. The JRF Goose model airplane comes with a handsome mahogany-based chrome pedestal, and to ensure that it is ready for delivery, it undergoes various stages of quality control before being placed in its box. The JRF Goose model airplane is perfect as an addition to a growing collection or as an exquisite gift to a loved one. JRF Goose History: The Goose, originally made by Grumman, is a light amphibian transport plane in 1937. Grumman JRF Goose has a wingspan of 50'10", and a length of 39'7". A twin-engine amphibian American designed monoplane seaplane based on a pre-war G-21 design, the Goose had showed remarkable durability. Originally envisioned as a 6 to 7 seat 'commuter' plane for businessmen in the Long Island area, the Goose rapidly became the utility plane of choice for several small air companies, as well as a primary rescue plane for the Coast Guard and other agencies. Its amphibious nature, generous interior space, and rugged construction enabled the Goose to go just about anywhere that a plane could conceivably go. Originally designed as one of Grumman's passenger seaplanes, the aircraft went on to military use (JRF-1, JRF-6 depending on role), and civil service worldwide. In 1938, the USN showed an interest in the amphibious aircraft, eventually acquiring 222 of the type. The aircraft also served with the US Coast guard and the US Army before serving in a military role with Britain, Canada, France, and Portugal. The Grumman Goose served with the Fleet Air Arm from 1942 until well after the war with 55 being delivered mostly to 749 squadron. The RCAF acquired the first example for use in 1938 and it was employed in communication and light transportation duties and until just recently the Goose was still in use by the RCMP. In 1986, the last Goose registered in active service in Canada was retired in 1986. There is a total of 376 aircraft were built. In 1945, the last new Goose was built. This model has measurements of: Span 19.1 Len 14.9 and Scale: 1: 32