TWA historic passenger stairs (2) with tractor (1)

Product detailed description

TWA Historic Passenger Stairs (2) with tractor (1)

General information

This product is a detailed model of airport accessories in 1:200 scale. The set includes two historic boarding steps and one tractor in the colors of the legendary airline TWA (Trans World Airlines). The model is made of quality plastic by the renowned manufacturer Herpa.

Origin and history

TWA was one of the most important American airlines of the 20th century. This set represents the typical equipment that TWA used at airports to board and disembark passengers in the era before boarding bridges. The models faithfully capture the design and color scheme used by TWA in the 1950s and 1960s.

Curiosity

• TWA was founded in 1925 and ceased operations in 2001.
• The company was known for its iconic terminal at JFK Airport in New York.
• TWA was one of the first airlines to put jet aircraft into service.

Questions and answers

Is this model suitable for children?

This model is primarily intended for adult collectors due to its detailed processing and scale. May be too fragile and contain small parts for children.

Can this model be combined with other aircraft models?

Yes, thanks to the standard 1:200 scale, this set can be perfectly combined with aircraft models of the same scale, especially TWA aircraft models.

Summary

The TWA Historic Passenger Stairs (2) with Tractor (1) model is the perfect addition for model airplane collectors and aviation history buffs. It provides an authentic look at airport operations during the golden era of commercial aviation and is ideal for creating realistic airport dioramas.