Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker Tanker Aircraft "Armee de lAir" France Air Force "Gemini 200" Series 1/200 Diecast Model Airplane by GeminiJets
Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker Tanker Aircraft "Armee de lAir" France Air Force "Gemini 200" Series die cast model by GeminiJets. 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-8.25 Wingspan-7.75 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS:The French Air Force KC-135R with the registration number 739 has a rich history intertwined with several significant conflicts and military operations. This aerial tanker based on the venerable Boeing 707 airframe played a vital role in Frances military capabilities and supported its allies in various operations around the world.One of its notable contributions was during the Gulf War in the early 1990s where it provided crucial aerial refueling to allied aircraft extending their operational range and effectiveness. The KC-135R 739 also supported peacekeeping missions in the Balkans allowing French and NATO forces to maintain a strong presence during a tumultuous period in Europe.With its storied history in military operations and alliance support the French Air Force KC-135R 739 is a symbol of strength and cooperation. Now you can own a piece of this history with a meticulously crafted 1:200 scale model. Celebrate its role in global peacekeeping and its legacy as a vital asset in the French Air Forces arsenal all in exquisite detail and craftsmanship.