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The L-1049, often called the "Super Connie," was a stretched and more powerful version of the earlier Lockheed Constellation models, designed to compete with the Douglas DC-6. It featured a fuselage lengthened by 18 feet, larger fuel capacity, pressurized cabin, and improved passenger accommodations, allowing seating for 76–106 passengers depending on configuration.The aircraft had a distinctive triple-tail design and was powered by four Wright R-3350 turbo-compound radial engines, each producing up to 3,250 horsepower. Development began in 1943, with the first prototype flying on October 13, 1950. The production L-1049 first flew on July 14, 1951, and entered service with Eastern Air Lines in December 1951
Trans World Airlines (TWA) was a major airline in the United States and was founded on 16 July 1930, as Transcontinental and Western Air. The famed aviator Howard Hughes acquired control of TWA in 1939. The airline ceased operations on 01 December 2001, when it was merged with American Airlines.
This L-1049 Constellation with registration N7104C was first delivered to TWA on 16 March 1955. It provided service with TWA until September of 1965, when it was sold to aircraft parts dealer Aaron Ferer & Sons, where it was parted out and ultimately scrapped (how very sad).
The 1:125 diecast reproduction of this beautiful aircraft is a detailed model that includes:
- Minimal assembly
- Solid resin construction
- Razor sharp historically accurate TWA markings
- Wingtip fuel tanks
- Rotating propellers
- Detailed engines
- Display stand
All sales are final. Shipping to the USA only. This is the only one available. The box has minor shipping damage.
NOTE: This reproduction of TWA's Lockheed L-1049 Constellation is a RARE and no longer manufactured model. It requires only minimal assembly. This model will be an excellent addition to any rare aircraft model collector, any TWA collector, any Constellation collector, or any aviation enthusiast's collection. This is the only one available.
NOTE: The last two photographs in the series are of actual L-1049 Constellations in TWA markings.
