Aviation 72 AV7226017 1/72 DHC1 CHIPMUNK IRISH AIR CORPS 168 The de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk is a tandem, two-seat, single-engined primary trainer aircraft which was the standard primary trainer for the Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Air Force and several other air forces through much of the post-Second World War years. The de Havilland Chipmunk was the first true postwar aviation project of de Havilland Canada. Today, over 500 DHC-1 Chipmunk (affectionately known as "Chippie") airframes remain airworthy with more being rebuilt every year. de Havilland Canada Chipmunk Designed as a basic two-seat trainer to replace the Tiger Moth, the de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk was first flown on May 22nd, 1946 Aviation 72 The Aviation 72 range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Aviation 72 diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards. Permanently extended landing gear. Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Low production limited edition model.3 Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter