Boeing 747SP Pan Am polished belly N539PA

Product detailed description

Boeing 747SP Pan Am polished belly N539PA - Aircraft model in scale 1:200

General information

This detailed model of the legendary Boeing 747SP in Pan Am colors is made in scale 1:200. This is a high quality metal model with plastic parts from the renowned manufacturer GeminiJets. The model faithfully captures the unique shortened fuselage of the SP (Special Performance) variant with registration N539PA and the characteristic polished lower fuselage.

Origin and history

The Boeing 747SP was a special version of the famous Jumbo Jet, developed for ultra-long flights. Pan American World Airways (Pan Am) was one of the main customers of this variant. The aircraft with registration N539PA was delivered to Pan Am in 1976 and served on prestigious long-haul routes.

Curiosity

The
• 747SP was 14.6 meters shorter than the standard 747
• Thanks to the lower weight, it could fly further and higher than the regular version
• Pan Am used the 747SP on the New York - Tokyo non-stop route
• The polished lower fuselage was a hallmark of Pan Am aircraft

Questions and answers

Is the model suitable for children?

This model is not primarily intended as a toy for children. This is a collector's item for adult modelers and aviation fans.

How big is this model?

At 1:200 scale, the model is approximately 35 cm long, corresponding to the actual 747SP length of 56.3 meters.

Does the model come with a stand?

Yes, the package includes a special stand for displaying the model.

Summary

This accurately crafted model of a Boeing 747SP in Pan Am livery is a great choice for collectors and aviation history enthusiasts. It captures a unique variant of the legendary Jumbo Jet in a scale of 1:200 and, thanks to its high-quality metal processing, it will be a decoration of any collection.