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Which scale model aircraft should I go for? The facts.
You might be confused by the scales, it's perfectly normal, there was a time when we were too! Let's clear it up.There are three scales which are the most popular. These are:
1/5001/400 1/200 Sometimes you may see them referred to as 1:500, 1:400 and 1:200. It is the same thing. If you're new to collecting or are researching in preparation for gifting - it means five hundred, four hundred or two hundred times smaller than the real aircraft. That's why a Boeing 777 and Airbus A32
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22nd Oct 2020
5 Aviation Gifts for Travellers
Let's say you have a friend and your friend loves travelling. His / her birthday or a very special day is coming very soon and you are still undecided on what to give them.
We have made a list of quirky and cool items that you give as a gift to a traveller.
HERE ARE 5 GIFTS FOR TRAVELLERS:1) Scratch Map for Travellers
This is a perfect gift for a traveller. It is not very useful during the travel itself, but once you are home, you can scratch with a coin all the p
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12th Feb 2020
The story of Alessandro: the Herpa Wings collector with 25,000 models
The worlds biggest model aircraft collector? Collecting model aircraft can start gradually, but with a true passion for aviation and modelling, over time those models can add up. Alessandro is from Rome, Italy - and has over 25,000 models now. This is his story about collecting since 1996.When and how did you start collecting? I remember well when I started to collect 1:500 models: it was the premiere of "Independence Day" in Rome, 1996. I was going to watch the movie and whilst walkin
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30th Dec 2019
A Beginners Guide to 1/400 Model Airports: the GeminiJets Terminal Sets
Opening your model airport doesn't have to be hardGeminiJets offers some fantastic model airport sets that look extremely realistic and get your 1/400 airport off to a truly great start. We've put together a short guide to getting started with your airport.GeminiJets Terminal Set GJARPTB - see it hereThis set is a great starting point for many collectors. It's completely pre-constructed, includes 7 air bridges and even comes with interior LED lighting. It looks fantastic and is one of our m
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30th Dec 2019
What is Herpa Miniaturmodelle?
Herpa Miniaturmodelle was founded in 1949 by Wilhelm Hergenröther and is today owned by Fürst Andreas zu Leiningen. Herpa specialises in cars, trucks and airplanes. At Aircraft Model Store, we stock many Herpa Wings models. There are different scales that are available from Herpa Wings range: 1/100, 1/200, 1/250, 1/400 and 1/500 for airplane models.Herpa mainly produces models from diecast (metal) or plastic. Their models are highly detailed and are a reflection of
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25th Nov 2019