Description: Track Page Views WithAuctiva's FREE CounterThe Aérospatiale Gazelle originated in a French Army requirement for a lightweight utility helicopter. The design quickly attracted British interest, leading to a development and production share out agreement with British company Westland Helicopters. The deal, signed in February 1967, allowed the production in Britain of 292 Gazelles and 48 Aérospatiale Pumas ordered by the British armed forces, in return Aérospatiale were given a work share in the manufacturing programme for the 40 Westland Lynx naval helicopters for the French Navy. This was the first helicopter to carry a Fenestron or fantail, which allows considerable noise reduction. Also, the rotor blades were made of composite materials, a feature now widely used in modern helicopters. The Gazelle was used in combat in the Falklan
Price: 43.13 USD
Location: Chelmsford
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Scale: 1:72
Vehicle Type: Military Helicopter
EAN: 4897033249775
MPN: AV7224010
Series: GAZELLE ZB647/VL
Brand: Aviation72
Material: Diecast
Sub-Type: ROYAL NAVY FONA ZB647/VL GAVIN
Packaging: Sealed
Vehicle Make: Westland
Aircraft Family: GAZELLE
Year of Manufacture: 2017
Type: Aeroplane
