{"product_id":"a50192-d-day-fighters-gift-set","title":"A50192 D-Day Fighters Gift Set","description":"\u003csection class=\"section section--pattern-grey\" id=\"theModel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable D-Day Fighters Gift Set features five renowned aircraft that played crucial roles in the skies during Operation Overlord and the subsequent Battle of Normandy. Each model is meticulously designed at a 1:72 scale, showcasing the unique invasion markings that Allied planes bore during these significant operations. The set comprises the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc (26 parts), North American P-51D Mustang (53 parts), Messerschmitt Bf109G-6 (41 parts), Hawker Tempest Mk.V (72 parts), and Focke-Wulf Fw190A-8 (53 parts), providing modellers with a thorough collection that represents both sides of this historic aerial engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive legendary fighter aircraft from D-Day operations in 1:72 scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc with 26 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNorth American P-51D Mustang with 53 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMesserschmitt Bf109G-6 with 41 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHawker Tempest Mk.V with 72 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocke-Wulf Fw190A-8 with 53 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level 1 - ideal for both novice and seasoned modellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete gift set with all necessary components to assemble all five aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe critical role of air power in the lead-up to D-Day was undeniable, as the Allies understood that achieving air dominance over the intended landing zones could determine the operation's success or failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsequently, from late 1943, Allied air forces were deployed in growing numbers, targeting airfields, supply lines, and other strategic sites, while conducting numerous diversionary raids. These efforts aimed to confuse German forces about the invasion's location while weakening their capacity to counter the landings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a large number of Allied planes expected to support Operation Overlord, Allied Commanders worried about the risk of friendly fire incidents from both air and ground anti-aircraft units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA directive was issued for all aircraft (excluding some, like four-engined heavy bombers) to be marked with identification stripes on their wings and rear fuselage, under strict security measures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe directive to apply these markings to troop transport planes was given on 3rd June 1944, with other units receiving orders the next day, adding to the workload of already busy airfield personnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn D-Day, Allied aircraft flew over 13,000 sorties in support of the landings, and although approximately 127 planes were lost for various reasons, the use of invasion markings is believed to have significantly reduced friendly fire incidents on that historic day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Luftwaffe was notably absent on D-Day itself, they continued to fight vigorously in the following weeks and months, proving they were not yet defeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBAE SYSTEMS is a registered trademark of BAE Systems plc. The distinctive logos, product markings, and trade dress of North American are all trademarks of The Boeing Company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--40\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section section--default\" id=\"whatsInside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--2-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item wysiwyg\"\u003ePlastic kits, instruction sheets, paint guide, acrylic paint, poly cement, brushes and decal sheet.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46703561081007,"sku":"5063129024383","price":150.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0291\/9845\/0741\/files\/53784854026_3fbd040e47_c.jpg?v=1774482060","url":"https:\/\/www.extremehobbies.co.nz\/products\/a50192-d-day-fighters-gift-set","provider":"Extreme Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}