Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.5a (Scout Experimental 5) WWI British fighter aircraft of Major Keith Logan Caldwell, RAF No 74Sqn, Clairmarais, France, September 1918. The SE5a was a very nimble aircraft described by some as the Spitfire of World War One. New Zealander "Grid" Caldwell was a celebrated pilot whose reputation grew following a mid-air collision. As his damaged aircraft was spinning earthwards, he was seen to step out on the wing to attempt a repair. All the while keeping one foot on the rudder to help control the aircraft's descent. Knowing a crash landing was inevitable, he managed to bring the SE5 in low over Allied lines, jumping clear of the aircraft seconds before it hit the ground. Allied troops could hardly believe what they just saw, as "Grid" calmly strolled back towards their positions. Diecast model with rotating prop, crew figure, fine rigging, and display stand. Approx. 14cm x 19cm ( 5.5" x 7.5")