{"product_id":"1-48-rcaf-commonwealth-airfield-personnel-air-crew-series","title":"1\/48 RCAF \u0026 Commonwealth Airfield Personnel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color preserve-whitespaces-in-response\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_c37f2c207c5f36bc\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003ePopulate your Spitfire, Hurricane, or Lancaster dioramas with this extensive \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003e1\/48 scale 3D printed figure set\u003c\/b\u003e. Part of the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"123\"\u003eReplikator Model Corp Air Crew Series\u003c\/i\u003e, this collection captures the bustle of a World War II airfield, depicting the pilots, WAAFs, and ground crew that kept the Allied air forces flying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUniversal Commonwealth Utility:\u003c\/b\u003e While modeled on standard Royal Air Force (RAF) gear, these uniforms were universal across the British Empire. This set is perfectly suited for depicting personnel of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"203\"\u003eRCAF (Canada)\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"218\"\u003eRAAF (Australia)\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"236\"\u003eRNZAF (New Zealand)\u003c\/b\u003e, or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"260\"\u003eSAAF (South Africa)\u003c\/b\u003e serving in any theater of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Complete Airfield Scene:\u003c\/b\u003e This comprehensive set includes a wide variety of poses to tell a complete story:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Rider:\u003c\/b\u003e A pilot in full flying gear (Irvin jacket and boots) mounted on a vintage \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003emotorcycle\u003c\/b\u003e, racing across the tarmac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Dog Handler:\u003c\/b\u003e A pilot wearing a \"Mae West\" life vest holding a spaniel—a classic image of squadron life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe WAAFs:\u003c\/b\u003e The Women's Auxiliary Air Force is well represented with three figures: one standing with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003ebicycle\u003c\/b\u003e, one seated (ideal for a wing or crate), and one offering a sharp salute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGround Crew \u0026amp; Officers:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a mechanic kneeling with a spanner (wrench), a ground crewman signaling a halt, and officers in service dress enjoying a smoke or leaning casually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthentic Period Gear:\u003c\/b\u003e The figures feature historically accurate details such as the fleece-lined \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"98\"\u003eIrvin flying jackets\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"120\"\u003e1936 Pattern flying boots\u003c\/b\u003e, and the distinct \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"164\"\u003eService Dress\u003c\/b\u003e tunics and caps worn by officers and WAAFs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Commonwealth Air Forces\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eDuring WWII, the air forces of the British Commonwealth were deeply integrated. Under the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003eBritish Commonwealth Air Training Plan (BCATP)\u003c\/b\u003e, airmen from all over the globe trained in Canada and served in mixed squadrons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUniformity:\u003c\/b\u003e Whether a pilot was from Toronto, London, or Sydney, the cut of the uniform, the \"Mae West\" life preserver, and the sheepskin flying jackets were virtually identical. This makes this figure set an incredibly versatile addition to any collection, allowing you to represent a specific national squadron simply by painting the appropriate shoulder flashes (e.g., \"CANADA\" or \"AUSTRALIA\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRecommended for:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/48 scale kits of the Spitfire, Hurricane, Mosquito, Lancaster, or Tycoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWould you like me to generate a vintage-style background image of the RAF\/RCAF roundel or an airfield control tower to accompany this set?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Replikator Model Corporation","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53845247557907,"sku":"4811004","price":44.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5805\/0835\/files\/4811004.png?v=1771440731","url":"https:\/\/replikator.ca\/products\/1-48-rcaf-commonwealth-airfield-personnel-air-crew-series","provider":"Replikator Model Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}