In collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, Corgi, the venerable diecast metal toy manufacturer, have collectively produced a scale replica, diecast metal collection of renowned aircraft and spacecraft displayed in the Washington, D.C. based Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Designed in England to exacting standards with extraordinary detail and quality that will satisfy any ardent aeronautic or space enthusiast, the Smithsonian Collection by Corgi is perfect for older children and novice collectors. The Smithsonian Collection by Corgi Lunar Module, which measures approximately 2-1/2-inches long with a 2-inch diameter, is a period correct, accurate reproduction of the actual spacecraft, and features detailed graphics and markings. A Display Stand is included. According to the Smithsonian, exploring the wonders of space, both close to earth and beyond, has been the dream of humankind for centuries. The first true spaceflights took place in 1959 with the crewless Sputnik Satellite but commenced manned flights shortly thereafter in the early 1960s, culminating with Man's first steps on the moon in July 1969. Over the years, many subsequent iconic spacecrafts have been launched to take humankind's dream even further, with the ability to house both crew and scientists on board.

In collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, Corgi, the venerable diecast metal toy manufacturer, have collectively produced a scale replica, diecast metal collection of renowned aircraft and spacecraft displayed in the Washington, D.C. based Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Designed in England to exacting standards with extraordinary detail and quality that will satisfy any ardent aeronautic or space enthusiast, the Smithsonian Collection by Corgi is perfect for older children and novice collectors. The Smithsonian Collection by Corgi 1903 Wright Flyer, which measures approximately 2-1/4-inches long with a 4-3/8-inch wingspan, is a period correct, accurate reproduction of the actual aircraft, and features detailed graphics and markings. A Display Stand is included. According to the Smithsonian, the Wright Brothers inaugurated the aerial age with the world's first successful flights of a powered heavier-than-air flying machine. Beginning in 1899, the Wright Flyer was the product of a sophisticated four-year program of research and development conducted by Wilbur and Orville Wright. After building three full size gliders, the Wright's first powered airplane flew at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina on December 17, 1903, with Orville piloting, making a 12 second flight, traveling 36-meters (120-feet). The best flight of the day, with Wilbur at the controls, covered 255.6-meters (852-feet) in 59 seconds. The Wrights pioneered many of the basic tenets and techniques of modern aeronautical engineering, such as the use of a wind tunnel and flight testing. Their seminal accomplishment encompassed not only the breakthrough first flight of an airplane, but also the equally important achievement of establishing the foundation of aeronautical engineering.

In collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, Corgi, the venerable diecast metal toy manufacturer, have collectively produced a scale replica, diecast metal collection of renowned aircraft and spacecraft displayed in the Washington, D.C. based Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Designed in England to exacting standards with extraordinary detail and quality that will satisfy any ardent aeronautic or space enthusiast, the Smithsonian Collection by Corgi is perfect for older children and novice collectors. The Smithsonian Collection by Corgi Apollo Command Module, which measures approximately 2-7/8-inches long with a 1-7/8-inch diameter, is a period correct, accurate reproduction of the actual spacecraft, and features detailed graphics and markings. A Display Stand is included. According to the Smithsonian, exploring the wonders of space, both close to earth and beyond, has been the dream of humankind for centuries. The first true spaceflights took place in 1959 with the crewless Sputnik Satellite but commenced manned flights shortly thereafter in the early 1960s, culminating with Man's first steps on the moon in July 1969. Over the years, many subsequent iconic spacecrafts have been launched to take humankind's dream even further, with the ability to house both crew and scientists on board.

Fokker Dr.1545/17, Ltn Hans Weiss, Jasta 11, Jagdgeschwader 1, Cappy Aerodrome, France, 21st April 1918 - Last combat sortie of the Red BaronAt 10am on 21st April 1918, six Fokker Dr.1 fighter aircraft of Jasta 11 took off from Cappy aerodrome to embark on an offensive patrol over the Somme Valleyregion. Led by their inspirational commander, Manfred von Richthofen, this was an elite unit where only the finest fighter pilots were invited to join the squadron- the ˜Best of the Best'. Hans Weiss has joined Jasta 11 with a reputation as being something of a balloon specialist, but by this date, he was credited with animpressive ten combat victories. As the formation approached Le Hamel, they spotted a pair of Allied reconnaissance aircraft over the town and dived in to attack.As the battle commenced, an unseen flight of Sopwith Camels joined the melee to protect the reconnaissance aircraft and just minutes later, the infamous reign ofthe Red Baron would be over. The distinctive white colored Fokker Dr.1 flown by Weiss had been hit by return fire from the British reconnaissance aircraft, severingone of his rudder cables and forcing an immediate return to Cappy. Nursing his damaged aircraft back to his home airfield, Weiss would live to fight another day,however, his Commanding Officer would not be quite so lucky. Weiss would later command Jasta 11 himself, but only for a three week period, before he also fellin combat, the victim of Canadian ace Merrill Taylor

In collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, Corgi, the venerable diecast metal toy manufacturer, have collectively produced a scale replica, diecast metal collection of renowned aircraft and spacecraft displayed in the Washington, D.C. based Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Designed in England to exacting standards with extraordinary detail and quality that will satisfy any ardent aeronautic or space enthusiast, the Smithsonian Collection by Corgi is perfect for older children and novice collectors. The Smithsonian Collection by Corgi Ryan NYP Spirit of St. Louis, which measures approximately 2-5/8-inches long with a 4-3/8-inch wingspan, is a period correct, accurate reproduction of the actual aircraft, and features detailed graphics and markings. A Display Stand is included. According to the Smithsonian, "Our messenger of peace and goodwill has broken down another barrier of time and space," so spoke President Calvin Coolidge about Charles A. Lindbergh's extraordinary flight solo transatlantic light in 1927. Not until the Apollo moon landing in 1969 was the entire world again as enthusiastic about an aviation event as it was when Lindbergh landed hi little Ryan monoplane in Paris. In 1922, a year and a half at the University of Wisconsin, Lindbergh left to study aeronautics with the Nebraska Aircraft Corporation. He was a "barnstormer" until 1924, when he enrolled as an army cadet in the Army Air Service. He won his reserve commission and began serving as a civilian airmail pilot, flying the route between St. Louis and Chicago. Early in 1927, he obtained the backing of several St. Louis men to compete for the $25,000 prize offered by Raymond Orteig in 1919 for the first nonstop flight between New York City and Paris. In February of that year, Lindbergh placed an order with Ryan Airlines in San Diego for an aircraft with the specifications necessary to make the flight.

Corgi Showcase A series of top quality die-cast metal model aircraft suitable for children aged three and over. Each model comes with a display stand and all classic aircraft have a moving propeller.

In collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, Corgi, the venerable diecast metal toy manufacturer, have collectively produced a scale replica, diecast metal collection of renowned aircraft and spacecraft displayed in the Washington, D.C. based Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. Designed in England to exacting standards with extraordinary detail and quality that will satisfy any ardent aeronautic or space enthusiast, the Smithsonian Collection by Corgi is perfect for older children and novice collectors. The Smithsonian Collection by Corgi Discovery Space Shuttle, which measures approximately 3-7/8-inches long with a 2-1/8-inch wingspan, is a period correct, accurate reproduction of the actual spacecraft, and features detailed graphics and markings. A Display Stand is included. According to the Smithsonian, exploring the wonders of space, both close to earth and beyond, has been the dream of humankind for centuries. The first true spaceflights took place in 1959 with the crewless Sputnik Satellite but commenced manned flights shortly thereafter in the early 1960s, culminating with Man's first steps on the moon in July 1969. Over the years, many subsequent iconic spacecrafts have been launched to take humankind's dream even further, with the ability to house both crew and scientists on board.