{"product_id":"airfix-aira08016","title":"Airfix 1\/72 Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V Model Kit - AIRA08016","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V Model Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e to your workbench with this Airfix release from Fusion Scale Hobbies. Review the supplied kit information below to choose the right subject for your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This intricately detailed 1:72 scale model of the Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V features 152 precisely moulded plastic components, spanning a wingspan of 356mm. It captures one of the RAF's significant bombers from the early stages of World War II. With a Skill Level 3 classification, this kit is designed for modellers aged 8 and older, offering two genuine paint schemes from the wartime period. The Armstrong Whitworth Whitley was active from the outset of the Second World War, initially distributing leaflets over Germany. It subsequently participated in the inaugural bombing missions over German and Italian regions, establishing itself as a crucial element of the RAF's bombing campaign during the conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e152 precisely crafted plastic components for detailed assembly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e1:72 scale with a notable 356mm wingspan\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes two genuine World War II paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSkill Level 3 model suitable for modellers aged 8 and up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDepicts a key RAF bomber from the early war years\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e The Armstrong Whitworth Whitley became one of the RAF's pivotal bombers during the early years of the Second World War, engaging in operations from the very first night of the conflict. As war commenced, Whitleys embarked on missions over Germany to drop leaflets, providing crews with experience in night navigation and operations over hostile territory.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The Whitley quickly moved from these leaflet missions to active bombing operations, becoming one of the first RAF aircraft to target locations in both Germany and Italy. This early operational role was crucial for Bomber Command as it refined the strategies and tactics that would define the strategic bombing efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e During the initial years of the war, the Whitley was a vital component of the RAF's bombing operations, conducting night raids over enemy areas when Britain largely stood alone against Axis forces. The aircraft's service during this pivotal time solidified its role as a significant contributor to the RAF's efforts during the challenging period of 1939-1942.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Airfix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: AIRA08016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFind your next project in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airfix\"\u003eAirfix at Fusion Scale Hobbies\u003c\/a\u003e or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airfix-aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eAirfix Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e. Compare the individual release details when selecting related kits.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50997893169408,"sku":"AIRA08016","price":51.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/files\/aira08016-172-airfix-armstrong-whitworth-whitley-mkv-squadron-model-models__89575.1781687419.jpg?v=1794546399","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/airfix-aira08016","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}