De Havilland Mosquito FB MK VI TH-M NS850. "Black Rufe" of Squadron Leader Bob Kipp and navigator Flight Lieutenant Peter Huletsky, 418 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force. The "Mossie", constructed almost entirely of wood, was very quick and also versatile. It's many roles included daytime tactical bomber, night bomber, pathfinder, day or night fighter, fighter-bomber, intruder, maritime strike aircraft, and fast photo-reconnaissance aircraft. Diecast metal model with some plastic parts. Fixed, non-spinning propellers. No pilot figures. Landing gear is permanently retracted. Comes with a display stand. Approx. 18cm x 22cm (7" x 8.75").