Air Canada Boeing 767-200 "Gimli Glider" PolishedFinish
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Expected arrival in our warehouse late 2024.
Announced August 6, 2024
Scale: 1:200
Publisher/Brand: Inflight200
Construction: Diecast Metal
Size: Approx W 23.8 x L 24.3 x H 8.1 cm
AKA: "The Gimli Glider"
Reg #: C-GAUN
Stand: Yes
Production: Limited
Release Date: Late 2024
Version: Diecast metal, with stand, with antenna, with landing gear
Colours: as shown
HISTORY:
The Gimli Glider incident refers to Air Canada Flight 143, which occurred on July 23, 1983. The flight, operated by a Boeing 767, ran out of fuel at an altitude of 41,000 feet due to a series of errors related to fuel measurement and conversion1,2. Despite losing all power, including electronic instruments, the pilots managed to glide the aircraft to a safe emergency landing at a former Royal Canadian Air Force base in Gimli, Manitoba, which had been converted into a racetrack1,2.
Remarkably, there were no serious injuries to passengers or crew, and the aircraft sustained only minor damage1,2. The incident highlighted the importance of proper fuel management and led to changes in Air Canada’s procedures and training1.
More info can be found on this incident by visiting
1 en.wikipedia.org 2 simpleflying.com
Inflight200:
Inflight200 models are highly regarded for their superb quality, detail, and printing.
They are considered some of the best diecast 1:200 scale models on the market, with impeccable quality control.
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