Trumpeter 1/72 Aircraft - Fairey Gannet - 01629

The Fairey Gannet was a carrier based aircraft flown by the Fleet Air Arm from the 1950s, instantly recognisable by its deep fuselage and contra rotating propellers driven by a Double Mamba turboprop. It hunted submarines from Royal Navy carriers and later served in airborne early warning and training roles.

Trumpeter's 1/72 kit (01629) captures that unusual shape in a size that sits comfortably on the shelf beside other Fleet Air Arm types. It makes an interesting build for anyone collecting British naval aviation. Paints, glue and tools are not included.