Airfix 11007 Fairey Gannet AS.1 / AS.4 1/48 – plastic model kit

Airfix 11007 Fairey Gannet AS.1 / AS.4 in 1/48 scale is an advanced plastic model kit intended for demanding modelers who value accuracy in detail and a wealth of historical references. The set consists of an impressive 334 plastic parts, which, when assembled, create a faithful replica of the iconic British naval aircraft.

• Scale: 1/48
• Operator country: United Kingdom (Royal Navy, Fleet Air Arm)
• Period of service: Cold War (in service from the 1950s to the early 1970s)
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Number of parts: 334
• Extras: Highly detailed cockpit, richly detailed landing gear and armament, option to build either the AS.1 or AS.4 version
• Category: Plastic military aircraft model kit

The Fairey Gannet was one of the most innovative aircraft of its era. Designed immediately after World War II, it was the British response to the growing threat posed by the Soviet submarine fleet. Equipped with a unique Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba dual powerplant with contra-rotating propellers and advanced electronics for submarine detection, it enabled extended maritime patrol operations. The Gannet AS.1 and AS.4 operated mainly from Royal Navy aircraft carriers, and their advanced design allowed them to perform anti-submarine warfare, surface attack missions, as well as reconnaissance duties.

The Airfix 11007 model is made from precisely injection-molded plastic, which allows for the replication of even the smallest construction details, such as the cockpit interior, landing gear mechanism, panel lines, and technical panels. Included decals allow you to recreate several historical paint schemes. The kit does not include paints or glue, allowing you to choose your own modeling materials to suit individual preferences.

The model is recommended for experienced military modelers and naval aviation enthusiasts seeking ambitious projects with high historical and collectible value. The build difficulty level is 4/5 – the kit requires precision and patience, but the final result will satisfy even the most demanding aircraft modeling enthusiasts. By choosing Airfix 11007, you invest in accuracy, innovative assembly solutions, and the satisfaction of reconstructing one of the most remarkable aircraft of the Cold War.