The Swift still holds the honour of being the first swept-wing jet fighter in RAF service. The FR.5 proved itself in the reconnaissance role, winning the NATO 'Royal Flush' reconnaissance competition in 1957 and 1959, conclusively beating off the best types other nations could offer.

Item Length - (cm) 18

Item Width - (cm) 13.8

Parts- 62

1:72 Scale

Includes instruction sheet, paint guide and decal sheet.

Number of Scheme options – 2

  • Supermarine Swift FR.5, flown by Flight Lieutenant Nigel Walpole, No. 79 Squadron, Royal Air Force Germany, Gütersloh, Germany, April 1956
  • Supermarine Swift FR.5, No.II (AC) Squadron, Royal Air Force Germany, Jever, Germany, 1956

Wingspan (mm)- 138

Paint and glue not included

SKU AIR-04003
Brand Airfix

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