Academy 12708 SHUTTLE 747 CARRIER (1/288) – plastic model kit

Discover the unique model kit Academy 12708 SHUTTLE 747 CARRIER in 1/288 scale – the perfect choice for space and aviation enthusiasts. This precisely crafted plastic model kit enables you to build a faithful miniature of the legendary NASA machines – the Boeing 747 transport aircraft (SCA – Shuttle Carrier Aircraft) and the Space Shuttle. The model is produced by the renowned Academy brand, known for its high level of detail and modeler-friendly instructions.

Product features:

• Scale: 1/288
• Material: high quality plastic
• Parts for self-assembly
• Glue and paints not included in the set
• Accurate representation of the combined Boeing 747 (NASA SCA) and Space Shuttle set

Historical description and use:

This model replicates the unique combination of the Boeing 747 in SCA version – specially adapted by NASA for transporting space shuttles between 1977 and 2012. The American space agency used two 747s to transport Space Shuttles between Kennedy Space Center and other landing sites, as well as for flight-test procedures. These planes, equipped with special mounts, allowed safe transportation of the shuttle atop the aircraft. The symbolic SCA flights are inscribed in aviation history, and the aircraft was last used during the farewell to the Shuttle program in 2012.

Category and kit contents:

• Category: plastic model kit
• In the box: sprues with parts, detailed assembly instructions
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – recommended for both intermediate and less experienced modelers

Who do we recommend this model for?

Academy 12708 SHUTTLE 747 CARRIER in 1/288 scale is the ideal choice for aviation fans, enthusiasts of the American space program history, and collectors of extraordinary models. The kit is perfect for an attractive display – either in a finished diorama or as a standalone exhibit. Thanks to its simpler assembly, it is also recommended for younger modelers looking for an exceptional subject for their collection.

Order now Academy 12708 SHUTTLE 747 CARRIER and enrich your model collection with the most iconic aviation-space kit of the 20th century!