Historic Aviation Late-Spring 2021

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Early Aviation 1929 Waco 1/30 SCALE Straight Wing Barnstormer Models

Reproduction Antique Balloon

Gliding soundlessly and effortlessly, as if in a world of their own, helium balloons have fired imaginations and appealed to a sense of romance. Fun and decorative, this charming recreation features all the details of the real thing: handmade wicker gondola basket, cotton twine netting holding the “helium” balloon, and the large size even has canvas ballast bags hanging from the side. Large – 22" tall. Small – 11¾" tall.

#88052

109.95

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#88053

54.95

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Balloon Man

After being drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the early 1970s, tragedy forces Bill Costen out of his dream. Saying goodbye to his football career, Bill takes to the air, becoming the first African American Hot-Air Balloon Master Pilot in the world. He finds freedom in flight, and proves that with a bit of faith, anything under the sun is possible. 1 hr. 40 min. #707011 $19.95

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B: Regular Edition – Red. #705644 Reg: $79.95 $

53.95

Open-Cockpit Flight Goggles

1932 Gee Bee Race Plane Cutout Metal Sign

Made in the USA.

20%

Includes This Special program Bonus Feature! presents the

thrilling, highspeed exploits of daring pilots at the 1932, ’38, ’47, and ’48 National Air Races in Cleveland. You’ll see spectacular pylon racing, the arrival of cross-country racers competing for the Bendix Trophy, and much more. Color and B&W, silent and sound. 1 hr. 39 min. #V8052 $19.95

Accurately resembling the design worn for open-cockpit flight, these aviator-style goggles simulate the eyewear used by pilots during the early years of aviation. Complete with a solid steel frame and clear acrylic lenses, they include an adjustable nylon strap for one size fits most. #107107 Reg: $49.95 $

39.95

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49.95

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Depicting 1932 Thompson Trophy race winner Jimmy Doolittle at the stick of his R-1 Gee Bee Super Sportster, this metal sign is made in the USA from high-gauge steel, and includes mounting holes for easy hanging. 14"x 7". #707013 $24.95

Pylon Dusters

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#707012

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30% 62.95

Gee Bee R2 Kit

The Gee Bee R2 Super Sportster was a special-purpose racing aircraft made by Granville Brothers Aircraft of Springfield, Massachusetts (Gee Bee stood for Glanville Brothers). This 1/48 scale plastic kit replicates the entertaining racer and features realistic decals, textured molded pieces, and an illustrated instruction guide. Assembly required, skill level 2, 6¼" long.

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When WWI was over, the soldiers came home and spent time flying surplus airplanes over the Midwestern countryside. Referred to as “Barnstormers,” these men were part stunt pilot, part showmen. These 1/30 scale, die cast models replicate the 1929 Waco Straight Wing Barnstormer. They include a walker figure, a locking coin bank, a rotating propeller, and a certificate of authenticity. 9" long with a 12" wingspan. A: Special Edition – Gray. #705645 Reg: $89.95 $

Barnstormers

Stan Stokes. After World War I, many pilots reentering civilian life purchased military surplus Curtiss JN4 Jennies and barnstormed around the country. Here, one veteran on his Indian motorcycle races with a buddy who LIMITED EDITION now gives airplane rides for a living. This 16"x 11½" print is signed and numbered by the artist. #7884 Reg: $39.95 $

19.95

1934 Indian Sport Scout Model

1/12 SCALE

A replica of a classic Sport Scout, a motorcycle that Indian introduced in 1934, this 1/12 scale, plastic model features a detailed engine, a shift lever with a foot clutch, a luggage rack with saddlebags, free-rolling wheels with treaded tires, an authentic paint scheme with Indian logos on the fuel tank, and more. 6" long. #95822 $19.95

Bennett Barnstorming Jigsaw Puzzle

Mike Bennett. Bennett takes some time away from barnstorming to get a beautiful view of the lighthouse and coast in this gorgeous puzzle. 1,000 pieces, 26½"x 19¼". #707057 $17.95

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Arcadia Publishing: Abandoned America

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page 49

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page 48

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page 47

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page 46

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page 43

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page 34

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pages 36-37

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pages 32-33

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page 29

Vietnam War

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Germany

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B-25B-24 B-29

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Between the Wars

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P-38 Lightning / P-39 Airacobra

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B-17 Flying Fortress

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P-47 Thunderbolt / P-51 Mustang

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Germany

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