Inflight 200 Douglas DC-8-72 NASA N717NA Scale 1/200 IF872NASA03

Inflight 200 Douglas DC-8-72 NASA N717NA Scale 1/200 IF872NASA03

Detailed Description

This Inflight 200 IF872NASA03 model represents the iconic NASA Douglas DC-8-72, aircraft N717NA, one of the most recognisable airborne research platforms ever operated by the agency.

The real NASA DC-8 has supported decades of scientific missions since the mid-1980s, including:

• Atmospheric chemistry research

• Airborne astronomy and remote sensing

• Climate and environmental monitoring

• Calibration flights for satellites

• Volcanic ash and hurricane studies

The aircraft’s distinctive white-and-blue NASA livery, long fuselage and four CFM56 turbofan engines make it instantly recognisable.

Inflight 200 captures these details with:

• Accurate DC-8-72 stretched-fuselage mould

• NASA "worm" and tail stripe markings

• Detailed CFM56 engine nacelles

• Printed windows, doors and panel lines

• Detailed landing gear

• Included a display stand for in-flight presentation

A superb choice for collectors of NASA aircraft, research platforms, and classic long-range four-engined jets.

Model Details

• Manufacturer: Inflight 200

• Operator: NASA

• Aircraft: Douglas DC-8-72

• Registration: N717NA

• Scale: 1/200

• Catalogue No.: IF872NASA03

• Material: Die-cast metal with plastic detail parts

• Features:

  • NASA blue stripe livery

  • Detailed engines and landing gear

  • Display stand included