Spitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadron Diecast 1/48 Scale for Sale

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Spitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadron Diecast 1/48 Scale For Sale

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Spitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadron Diecast 1/48 Scale:
$117.48

Spitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model \'1/48\' Scale
Shipping within Australia is included and Worldwide for a nominal fee as my gift to you.

This is without doubt one of the most beautiful and stunning colour livery schemes I\'ve seen on a RAF Spitfire for display. Including unparraled realism\"with wing gun panels stowed or removed\"as one example.

This is alarger size 1/48 Scale diecast modelof theSpitfire Mk.IXimpressive in its size and presence.

The Restoration RAF Spitfire FN-K represents a veryimportant aspect of Norwegianaviation and World War 2 history.

In February 2018, in cooperation with theNorwegian Defence Museum, Norwegian journalist and aviation HistorianCato Guhnfeldt and Lars Ness, Chairman of the NSF, travelled to the Netherlands to try and track down the remains of any Spitfires flown by Norwegian pilots. Both Cato and Lars knew that they were looking for the proverbial‘needle in a haystack’,and perhaps 70 years too late. It was therefore quite surprising what they did find.

In Holland, the remains ofSpitfire IX, PL258 Reg. FN-K, from RAF No.331 (Norwegian) Squadron – flown byFenrik (ensign) Carl Jacob Stousland,was discovered. The aircraft had landed on its belly in a field near the village of Tubbergen on the 29th of December 1944. The stories behind both the aircraft and her pilot are memorable.

Spitfires achieved legendary status during the Battle of Britain and throughout the WWII by racking up the highest victory-to-loss ratio among British aircraft. Spitfires were flown by British aces Johnnie Johnson (34 kills), Douglas Bader (20 kills), and Bob Tuck (27 kills). The Spitfire was produced in greater numbers than any other British aircraft and was the only British fighter to be in continuous production throughout the war.

ThisSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model \'1/48\' Scaleis also matched to the75th AnniversaryRoyal Norwegian Air ForceF-16BM -which has the sameregistrationFN-K - andis also listed and available within this Storewith Item No.284180325483

This is an incredible diecast model with these impressive qualities and which may be displayed with some of the following impressive combinations:

\"In flight, in a gear up configuration\"or with\"Gear down, in the landing configuration\"
\"The cockpit canopy slid open or closed - with detailed cockpit interiors\"
In adioramadisplay\"with wing gun panels stowed or removed\"
Diecast metal construction\"with minimal plastic components\"
Pilot may be shown\"in the cockpit\" or \"vacant\"
\"Professionally painted\"
Realistic\"antennas, access panels, pad printed markings and placards,and surface details\"

Please note all additional items such as Aerials / Gun Panels / Tail Wheel are packed in a separate sealed plastic bag for safety in shipping - that I DO NOT open for photos.Please see photo 12.

Whether you are a Spitfire enthusiast or have a special interest in the Norwegian Air Force and its aviation history, this is a beautiful \'must-have\' Spitfire for your collection!

These models are extremely sought after by collectors as they are limited production runs, which are often not repeated.

Space and Aviation Firstsis an International Store having sold into more than40countries.Shipping within Australia is included, and Worldwide for a small nominal fee as my gift to you.

Please order now so that you do not miss out on this beautifulSpitfire Mk.IXRAFNo. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadrons/nPL258Reg.FN-K.

Description

Spitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model \'1/48\' Scale

Here is an interestingly brief Squadron Report and overview of this aircraft\'s last mission and its pilot:

\"The 331 Squadron Raid Report - 29. December 1944 - by Chaplain Sverre Eika:

\'It all began with such hurt. Inexpressible hurt\'.

The squadron had just returned from this day’s first raid, and four pilots were already missing.\"

Some further information from the Norwegian Spitfire Foundation (NSF) about the search for this Spitfire.

The Norwegian Spitfire Foundation [NSF] purchased the remains of PL258. These will form the core of a restoration and rebuild project, and the Civil Aviation Authority in the UK has allocated G-NSFS as a temporary registration. When the aircraft restoration is finally completed and test-flown, PL258 will be transferred to the Norwegian register.

After a significant search for a suitable airframe, the Norwegian Spitfire Foundation (NSF) announced that they are embarking upon the restoration of a Supermarine Spitfire with Norwegian wartime provenance, to bring to the attention of present and future generations the story of the Norwegian pilots and groundcrews formidable involvement with the RAF and of returning the aircraft, a Mk.IX with RAF serial PL258, to Norwegian skies in the next few years.

NSF will own the project and promote it as it wishes. Already in the restoration and rebuild process, PL258 will be used to tell the story of the Norwegian fighter pilots and the ground staff in the UK and on the Continent during WWII.

The Squadron Report did not know the details of the Spitfire loss - here is the combat record later...

2nd Lt. Carl Jacob Stousland flew PL258that day.

Stousland engaged and shot down one German FW190 D9 fighter before a midair collision with Sergeant Ole Tilset forced him to crash-land his Spitfire into the Dutch fields below.

Local farmers hid Stousland in their basements. This would be the beginning of a 79-day struggle back toward the Allied line.

Sergeant O. Tilset bailed out of Spitfire FN-T/PT909 after colliding air-to-air with Stousland. German soldiers captured him.

The Norwegian Armed Forces Museum has already pledged the project their backing, donating one of their Rolls Royce Merlin 66 engines. Restoring and flying PL258 will draw attention to, and give equal due to both pilots and ground crews, who each without the other would be lost.

This truly is a model worthy of the memory of this famousSpitfire Mk. IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadronand its pilotFenrik (ensign) Carl Jacob Stousland.

The colour combinations of thisbeautifulSpitfire Mk.IXRAFNo. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadrons/nPL258Reg.FN-Kis matchedto the equallystunning75th AnniversaryRoyal Norwegian Air ForceF-16BMof theRoyal Norwegian Air Forcewhich is also listed and available within this Store.

Whether you are aSpitfireenthusiast or have a special interest inNorwegian Air Forceaviation history, this is a beautiful \'must have\'Spitfirefor your collection!

These models are extremely sought after by collectors as they are limited production runs, which are often not repeated.

Please order now so that you do not miss out on a stunningly detailed and qualitySpitfire Mk. IXRAFNo. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadrons/nPL258Reg.FN-KDiecast Model \"1/48\" Scaleaircraft.

Mission Profile [courtesy Wikipedia]

No. 331 Squadron RAFwas a Second World War squadron of theRoyal Air Force.The squadron was primarily manned with Norwegian aircrew. The squadron was part ofFighter Commandbetween 1941 and March 1944 when it joined the 2nd Tactical Air Force until the end of the war. The squadron took part in the Dieppe Raid and the Normandy landings.No. 331 Squadron RAFwas formed as a fighter squadron atRAF Catterickin Yorkshire on 21 July 1941. The squadron was manned by exiled Norwegians, except for the ground crew and the commanding officer.

It was given theRAFaircraft code prefix \"FN\", which was often said to be an abbreviation for\"First Norwegian\"or\"For Norway\", the latter being the squadron\'s official motto (in Norwegian For Norge). The squadron badge was aNorwegian Viking sword and a British sword in saltire, bound together with a ring - symbolising the friendship between Norway and Great Britain.

The squadron was initially equipped withHawker Hurricane Mk 1s,inherited from aPolishRAF unit. These had to be rebuilt before 331 Squadron could become operational, on 15 September 1941.No. 331 Squadronprovided defence for northern Scotland, moving to RAF Castletown on 21 August and later to RAF Skaebrae.On the 4th of May 1942, the squadron moved south toRAF North Weald, having re-equipped withSpitfiresin November 1941.

No. 331 Squadronwas joined by a second Norwegian unitNo.332 Squadron, also flying Spitfires. Together they were known as North Weald Wing and were part of the Allied air umbrella over the landing area in the Dieppe Raid, and later flying fighter sweeps and escort operations over occupied France and the Low Countries.

Following fighter bomber and tactical air superiority operations, connected to preparations for D-Day and the actual landings in France, the squadron moved to Caen, Normandy, in August 1944. From September onwards, 132 Wing participated in the Liberation of Holland and provided air support for the crossing of the Rhine.

On 24 April 1945, the squadron was again transferred toNorth Wealdand later toRAF Dycein Scotland, where 331 and 332 Squadrons converted to Spitfire Mark IXe and Mk XVI.

Following the end of the war, the wing flew to Norway and on 21 September 1945, 331 Squadron was officially disbanded as an RAF unit, with control passed to the re-formedRoyal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF).

Between them during the war,No. 331 and 332 Squadronsscored 180 confirmed destroyed, 35 probables and more than 100 damaged. Combined losses were 131 aircraft lost with 71 pilots killed.

In honour of the achievements of the Second World War squadrons, theRNoAFhas maintainedRAFsquadron names, including a331st Fighter Squadron,now flying F-16s and based at Bodø Main Air Station.

Size

Spitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model \'1/48\' Scale

This is a beautiful \'larger size\' 1/48 detailed Diecast Model.

Length approx 195mm, 7.75 inches. Wingspan approx 225mm, 9.25 inches.

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Shipping

Shipping within Australia is included with a nominal fee for shipping Worldwide, my gift to you.

This is a great buy and offering for International, US, UK, European, Asia Pacific, and Australian Collectors.Make one yours!

Conclusion

ThisSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model \'1/48\' Scaleaircraft isa must-have beautiful and stunning high-quality Model truly representative of World,SpitfireandRoyal Air Force and Royal Norwegian Air Forceaircraft History.

These models sell quickly, please order now so that you do not miss out!

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It is the nature of the Space and Aviation market that Space and Aircraft Models and Kits of importantspace or aviation flight vehiclestend to be limited in production and sell very quickly. An example is the premier diecast models like these.

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I suggest when an opportunity presents itself, make the decision for your model collection and act!

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Photo Credits

Photo 1A beautiful port view of this beautifulSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model \'1/48\' Scale

Photo 2Astarboard \'look down\' view of theSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Modelon its undercarriage

Photo 3A starboardview of theSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Modelon its stand

Photo 4Alook down port \'look down\' view of theSpitfire Mk. IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Modelon its undercarriage

Photo 5A starboardview of theSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Modelon its undercarriage

Photo 6A \'look down\' view into the wing gun reloading bays of theSpitfire Mk. IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Modelwith its2 × 20 mm (0.79 in) Hispano II cannon and0.303 Browning machine guns visible, as in a model diorama

Photo 7Areal 2nd Word War photo of2nd Lt. Carl Jacob StouslandRAFNo. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadron[courtesy RAF not included]

Photo 8Areal 2nd Word War photo of aSpitfire Reg.FN-PRAFNo. 331 \'Norwegian\' Squadronwith its engine being \'run up\'. Part of \'truthful folklore\' NOTE the two \'Erks\' sitting on the tailplane to hold the tail down.[courtesy RAF not included]

Photo 9Alook down 3/4 rear starboard view of theSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model

Photo 10Alook down 3/4 rear port view of theSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Model

Photo 11Aport \'look down\' view of theSpitfire Mk.IX RAF Reg. FN-K, No. 331 \'Norwegian\' SquadronDiecast Modelon its stand

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