Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Douglas C-54 Skymaster Transport Aircraft "Rosinenbomber" (44-9063) United States Air Force die cast model by Herpa. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Comes with a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L-5.5 Wingspan-7 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS:The USAF C-54 Skymaster registered 9063 gained historical significance as one of the aircraft used in the Berlin Airlift earning the nickname "Rosinenbomber" (Raisin Bomber). The Berlin Airlift which took place from 1948 to 1949 was a critical humanitarian operation in response to the Soviet blockade of West Berlin. The C-54 was one of the primary aircraft used to transport essential supplies including food fuel and medicine to the isolated city. The aircrafts ability t