Level 1 Model Kit Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia Fighter Aircraft 172 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix

Brand new plastic model kit of Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia Fighter Aircraft (Level 1) 1/72 plastic model kit by Airfix.
Brand new box.
Vintage style packaging.
Officially licensed product.
Contains 36detailed parts.
Does NOT include display stand.
Paint and cement required (not included).
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Parts molded in Light Gray unless otherwise indicated.
Dimensions approximately L-5 W-6.125 inches assembled.
HISTORY ASPECTS:The Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia tail number P9386 and coded "QVOK" was flown by Squadron Leader Brian Lane of No. 19 Squadron during the Battle of Britain in September 1940. The Spitfire Mk.Ia was a pivotal aircraft in the Royal Air Forces efforts to defend the United Kingdom from the Luftwaffes relentless bombing campaign. Known for its speed agility and firepower the Spitfire Mk.Ia became an icon of British resistance during one of the most critical periods of World War II. Squadron Leader Lane a distinguished and courageous pilot led his squadron with exceptional skill and bravery playing a significant role in the defense of Britain.No. 19 Squadron stationed at RAF Duxford was one of the first units to receive the Spitfire Mk.Ia. Throughout the Battle of Britain the squadron was actively engaged in numerous dogfights with German aircraft including the formidable Messerschmitt Bf 109s and Bf 110s. Lanes leadership and the performance of the Spitfire Mk.Ia were crucial in these encounters where the aircrafts superior maneuverability and effective armament comprising eight .303 Browning machine guns gave the RAF pilots a critical edge. Lanes aircraft "QVOK" was involved in several notable engagements demonstrating both the aircrafts capabilities and Lanes prowess as a fighter pilot.In one memorable incident in September 1940 Lane and his squadro