Airfix 1/72 Scale Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 "Moggy" & Hawker Typhoon Mk.IB - Twin Pack Model Kit

Airfix 1/72 Scale Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 "Moggy" & Hawker Typhoon Mk.IB - Twin Pack Model Kit This remarkable dual set combines two legendary RAF aircraft models in 1/72 scale, featuring the contemporary Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 'Moggy' alongside the historic Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib that inspired its eye-catching D-Day tribute design. Comprising 117 parts and rated at skill level 2, this two-kit set is ideal for modellers aged 8 and older, enabling you to recreate both the original 1944 camouflage of No.257 (Burma) Squadron and the stunning 2024 homage on the RAF Display Team's aircraft. Key Features Twin pack includes both Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 'Moggy' and Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib in 1/72 scale 117 pieces with skill level 2 build, perfect for modellers aged 8 years and above Authentic schemes celebrating the 80th anniversary of D-Day Eurofighter Typhoon features distinctive black and white D-Day identification markings Wingspan of 153mm on completed Eurofighter model Recreate the historic 1944 No.257 (Burma) Squadron camouflage scheme Decals for ZJ913, the RAF Typhoon Display Team aircraft from the 2024 season. History As the nation prepared for the 80th anniversary of D-Day in summer 2024, aviation fans across Britain frequently checked the Royal Air Force Typhoon Display Team's social media for exciting updates. Indeed, on a rainy Monday in May, the doors of a hardened aircraft shelter (HAS) at RAF Coningsby opened to unveil a stunning Eurofighter Typhoon adorned in 1944 camouflage and identification markings. The striking design on Typhoon FGR.4 ZJ913 was inspired by the RAF No.257 (Burma) Squadron Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib, piloted by Officer Denzil Jenkins during the D-Day landings on 6th June 1944, featuring the iconic black and white identification stripes that were a hallmark of Allied aircraft over Normandy on D-Day. This was a brilliant move by the RAF PR team, and this aircraft captivated millions during the subseq