Westland S.55 Whirlwind Helicopter
Kit Facts
- First issued
- 1956
- First catalogue reference
- 1355 in 1st Edition (1962)
- Box Type 3 artist
- Roy Cross
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Description
Used by the R.A.F., the Royal Navy, and many commercial concerns, the Airfix kit of the S.55 Helicopter is supplied with B.E.A. markings. This aircraft is used on regular passenger services in Great Britain and Europe, and is manufactured in this country under licence from American design. – Taken from the 1st edition catalogue (1962)
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rarity of early version | Rare |
| First Issued | 1956 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1st Edition (1962) | 1355 |
| Catalogue Ref - 2nd Edition (1963) | 1355 |
| Catalogue Ref - 3rd Edition (1964) | 1355 |
| Catalogue Ref - 4th Edition (1966) | 1355 |
| Artist on Box Type 3 | Roy Cross |
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