DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇮🇹 Alitalia — McDonnell Douglas MD-11 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Herpa Wings 1:500 scale model of Alitalia McDonnell Douglas MD-11 in classic livery. Features detailed markings and iconic Italian flag tail design in protective display case. Characteristics Type CIVIL Scale 1:500 Brand Herpa Wings Article Number 503433 EAN 4013150503433 Airline Company Alitalia Aircraft Type McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Size 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 61.20 m (200 ft 10 in) Wingspan: 51.70 m (169 ft 7 in) Height: 17.60 m (57 ft 9 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 12.2 cm (4.8 in) Wingspan: approx. 10.3 cm (4.1 in) Registration Condition Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. Description This detailed 1:500 scale die-cast model represents an Alitalia McDonnell Douglas MD-11, one of the most distinctive tri-jet airliners of the modern aviation era. Produced by Herpa Wings, the model accurately reproduces Alitalia's classic livery with its elegant green cheatline, tricolour tail design, and authentic airline markings. Introduced into Alitalia's long-haul fleet during the 1990s, the MD-11 operated intercontinental services linking Italy with North America, South America, Asia, and Africa. As the final development of the legendary DC-10 family, the aircraft combined advanced avionics, long-range capability, and the unmistakable three-engine configuration that made it a favourite among aviation enthusiasts. Manufactured by Herpa Wings in metal with fine printed details, this collectible model is an excellent addition to any civil aviation collection, particularly for collectors of Alitalia memorabilia and classic widebody airliners. 🇮🇹 About the Airline Founded in 1946, Alitalia served as Italy's national airline for more than seventy years. Operating an extensive international network from Rome and Milan, the carrier became one of Europe's most recognizable airlines and a symbol of Italian style and hospitality. The airline's long-haul fleet included iconic aircraft such as the Douglas DC-8, Boeing 747, MD-11, Boeing 777, and various Airbus models. Alitalia ceased operations in October 2021, marking the end of an important chapter in European aviation history. Source: Wikipedia – Alitalia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alitalia Thanks to Wikipedia contributors for the historical information used in this description.