It was in 1950 that the Boeing company began the study of a four-engine jet for both civil and military use. On May 14, 1954, the 367-80 (Dash 80) left the Boeing factory in Renton, the first flight of which took place on July 15. This prototype will be used in the joint development of the KC-135 air-to-air refueling aircraft and the well-known Boeing 707 civilian. On October 15, Pan American ordered its first 6 jets, Boeing 707-121s. Subsequently, the Boeing 707 was developed in parallel with the different C 135 and 137 military versions, to give the 200, then 300 series, very different. Nearly 1000 units built, the Boeing 707 embodies the beginnings of contemporary air transport. Solid and reliable, this aircraft was a very popular aircraft, both with its crews and passengers. Air France's Boeing 707s have been named after castles. They were normally designed to accommodate 134 passengers divided into two classes. The 'Château de Vincennes' was the second of 29 ordered by the French national airline.
Comes with 2 decorations.
Plastic model to build and paint.
Brushes, glue and paint not included.
Model dimensions: 647 x 617 mm
105 pieces
