{"product_id":"airfix-aira09178a","title":"Airfix 1\/48 English Electric Lightning F.6 Model Kit - AIRA09178A","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild the \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish Electric Lightning F.6\u003c\/strong\u003e with this Airfix 1\/48 scale release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This remarkable 1:48 scale model of the English Electric Lightning F.6 showcases one of the most pivotal British aircraft from the post-war period with exquisite detail. Comprising 153 components and featuring a wingspan of 220mm, this kit replicates the pinnacle version of this supersonic marvel, an aircraft that enhanced the capabilities of its predecessors with superior speed, extended range, and improved manoeuvrability.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSkill level 3 kit suitable for ages 8 and above\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e153 plastic parts with impressive detail throughout\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThree authentic paint schemes included\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e220mm wingspan for impressive display presence\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccurately recreates the F.6 variant with restored cannon armament\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes Red Top air-to-air missile configuration options\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e Among the notable British aircraft developed after the Second World War, the English Electric Lightning stands out for its significant impact. Initially deployed to defend Britain's V-Bomber bases from Soviet bomber threats, this supersonic marvel was epitomised by the Lightning F.6, which surpassed its predecessors with enhanced speed, range, and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e This extraordinary aircraft served the Royal Air Force for an impressive 28 years, navigating some of the most turbulent periods in global history. The F.6 model marked the reintroduction of guns, which had been omitted in the preceding F.3, complementing its pair of Red Top air-to-air missiles, much to the satisfaction of RAF pilots.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e While the Lightning was renowned for its incredible speed, pilots believed it was capable of more than just defending points, demonstrating proficiency in dogfighting, provided its cannon armament was retained.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Airfix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: English Electric Lightning F.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: AIRA09178A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airfix\"\u003eAirfix model kits\u003c\/a\u003e, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airfix-aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eAirfix Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e or discover more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-aircraft\"\u003eModel Aircraft\u003c\/a\u003e at Mega Hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67974131318858,"sku":"AIRA09178A","price":65.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/aira09178a-148-airfix-english-electric-lightning-f.6-squadron-model-models__47511.1781688392.jpg?v=1794545739","url":"https:\/\/megahobby.com\/products\/airfix-aira09178a","provider":"Mega Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}