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Early Aviation
Reproduction Antique Balloon
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Gliding soundlessly and e ortlessly, as if in a world of their own, helium balloons have red 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 #88053 $54.95
Balloon Man
After being drafted by the
Bu alo 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 rst African American Hot-Air Balloon Master Pilot in the world. He nds freedom in ight, and proves in the world. He nds freedom in ight, and proves that with a bit of faith, anything under the sun is possible. 1 hr. 40 min. #707011 $19.95
When WWI was over, the sol- A diers came home and diers came home and spent time ying surspent time ying surplus airplanes over the plus airplanes over the Midwestern countryMidwestern countryside. Referred to as “Barnstormers,” these men “Barnstormers,” these men were part stunt pilot, part were part stunt pilot, part showmen. These 1/30 scale, showmen. These 1/30 scale, B die cast models replicate the die cast models replicate the 1929 Waco Straight Wing Barnstormer. They include a walker gure, a locking coin bank, a rotating propeller, and a certi 1929 Waco Straight Wing Barnstormer. They include a walker gure, a locking coin bank, a rotating propeller, and a certi SAVE 30% cate of authenticity. 9" long with a 12" wingspan. A: Special Edition – Gray. #705645 Reg: $89.95 $62.95 cate of authenticity. 9" long with a 12" wingspan. B: Regular Edition – Red. #705644 Reg: $79.95 $53.95
Gee Bee R2 Kit
The Gee Bee R2 Super Sportster was a special-purpose racing aircraft made by Granville Brothers Aircraft of Spring eld, 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. #707012 $49.95
1932 Gee Bee Race Plane Cutout Metal Sign
Made in the USA. 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
Open-Cockpit Flight Goggles
Accurately resembling the design worn for open-cockpit flight, these aviator-style goggles 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 simulate the eyewear used by pilots during the early years of aviation. Complete with a solid steel frame and SAVE 20%
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Barnstormers
50% 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"x11½" print is signed and numbered by the artist. #7884 Reg: $39.95 $19.95 1934 Indian Sport Scout Model
1/12 SCALE
Pylon Includes Dusters Special This Bonus program 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 A replica of a classic Sport Scout, a motorcycle that Indian introduced in that Indian introduced in 1934, this 1/12 scale, 1934, this 1/12 scale, plastic model features plastic model features a detailed engine, a shift lever with a foot clutch, a luggage foot clutch, a luggage rack with saddlebags, free-rolling wheels with treaded tires, 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 fuel tank, and more. 6" long.
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"x19¼". #707057 $17.95
