AVIATION72 AV7227004 1/72 SHORT TUCANO RAF 207 SQN ZF171/LZR SPITFIRE SCHEME Short Tucano T1 Since first deliveries to the RAF in 1989, the Tucano has been operated primarily from No 1 Flying Training School at RAF Linton-on-Ouse to provide basic fast-jet lead-in flying training to RAF and RN student pilots. The deployment is officially to 72 (Reserve) Squadron, 207 (Reserve) Squadron and 76 Squadron (Tucano Air Navigation Squadron). Student pilots fly around 130 hours during their training course on the Tucano before progressing to the Hawk T1 aircraft at RAF Valley. The Short Tucano replaced the Jet Provost as the basic trainer for the RAF, preparing the student pilots for progression to the Hawk T1 advanced flying training. The aircraft proved to be 70% cheaper to operate than its predecessor. The Tucano's accident record has also been remarkably better than other training aircraft, with only three aircraft written-off in over 20 years. Aviation 72 The Aviation 72 range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Aviation 72 diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards. Permanently extended landing gear. Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Limited edition The photos in this listing are from our own library, the model you will receive is brand new and sealed. Buy Gone World are more than happy to post items worldwide, postage for the item/s will be established at point of sale/interest and will be messaged to each member when asked. Buy Gone World does offer discounts for multiple purchases, this includes International Posting. PLEASE SEE OUR OTHER LISTINGS - MANY ARE DESIRABLE AND RARE MODELS YOU DO NOT SEE ANYMORE - WE HAVE MORE THAN 2,500 SOLD OUT MODELS IN STOCK - MOST ARE NEW!!! - A LOT ARE LOW NUMBERS - ALL ARE LONG SINCE SOLD OUT - BY ALL MEANS CONTACT US FOR THE ONE YOU ARE MISSING OR YOU DESIRE BUT SIMPLY CANNOT FIND. BGW Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter