Hobby Master Space Shuttle Enterprise Spaceplane "Edwards Air Base" (1977) "Airliner Series" 1/200 Diecast Model by
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Brand new 1/200 scale diecast model of Space Shuttle Enterprise Spaceplane "Edwards Air Base" (1977) "Airliner Series" die cast model by Hobby Master.Brand new box.Space lab interior.True-to-scale detail.Has opening bay doors.Detailed exterior interior.Officially licensed product.Robotic arm can be posed (SRMS).Manufacturers original unopened packaging.Dimensions approximately Length- 7.25 Wingspan- 4.75 inches.Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of space history.Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life space shuttle.HISTORY ASPECTS:The Space Shuttle Enterprise is the first orbiter of the Space Shuttle program and was built in 1976 the Enterprise was designed as a prototype vehicle for testing and validation of the Space Shuttles design and capabilities. It was named after the fictional starship Enterprise from the television series Star Trek as a nod to the enthusiasm for space exploration shared by the series fans and the NASA team.The Enterprise was initially constructed without engines or a functional heat shield and was used for a series of critical approach and landing tests (ALT) to validate the vehicles handling characteristics and landing capabilities. Subsequently it was used for a series of test flights at the Dryden Flight Research Center located at Edwards Air Base to further refine the design and engineering of the Space Shuttle.Despite never flying in space the Enterprises contributions to the development of the Space Shuttle program were invaluable. The lessons learned from the Enterprises test flights were used to refine the design of
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