~ 1930’s Givejoy Toys 1:72 Scale Model WW1 British Airco DH.2 ~
The Airco DH.2 was a single-seat pusher biplane fighter aircraft which operated during the First World War. It was the second pusher design by aeronautical engineer Geoffrey de Havilland for Airco, based on his earlier DH.1 two-seater.
The DH.2 was introduced to frontline service in February 1916 and became the first effectively armed British single-seat fighter. It enabled Royal Flying Corps (RFC) pilots to counter the “Fokker Scourge” that had given the Germans the advantage during late 1915. It served in fighting and escort duties for almost two years, while numerous pilots became flying aces using the type. It became outclassed by newer German fighters, resulting in the DH.2’s eventual withdrawal from first line service in France after RFC units completed the process of re-equipping with newer fighters, such as the Nieuport 17 and Airco DH.5, in June 1917.
The model is of wood construction, hand-painted and with lots of nice detailing.
~ Dimensions ~
The model has a length of 10cm (4 inches) and a wingspan of 13cm (5 inches).
~ Condition ~
The model has no damage and is in good condition commensurate with age.
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