W Britain 10105 U.S.A.A.F. WASP Service Pilot 1943-45

WBritain 10105 U.S.A.A.F. WASP Service Pilot 1943-45. During World War II the Army Air Force used women pilots in non-combat missions to free male pilots for battle. These qualified civilians would ferry aircraft from factories to military bases to fill the gaps in "manpower." Recruits had to be between the ages of 21 and 35, in sound physical condition, at least five feet and two inches tall, in possession of a pilot's license, and have 35 hours of flight time. The ferrying of airplanes was the first duty of the WASP (they delivered over 12,000 aircraft) but they also towed targets for live anti- aircraft gun practice, simulated strafing missions, and transported cargo. Though non-combatants, their duty was not without risk - 38 WASPs lost their lives while in service to their country.
1/30 scale Matte Finish

Since 1893 William Britain has been producing toy soldiers and military miniatures with attention to detail quality and authenticity. Each 1/30 scale figure is cast out of metal and hand painted to the highest possible standards most major military periods and uniforms are covered by William Britain. From the Knights of Agincourt to the American Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars to the American Civil War up to World War I and II including the Zulu War. Whatever your age W Britain has the troops for your army, all you have to do is supply the imagination! Buy with confidence we are an authorized W Britain dealer.