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Plastic Model Airplanes

Few toys spark the imagination of young children like plastic model airplanes. In addition to the wonder inspired by the plastic model replicas of real aircraft, young builders learn patience and the proud feeling of satisfaction that comes from building their own plastic model airplanes.

Inspired

A plastic model airplane might just be the inspiration for your child to want to learn more about the scientific or historical aspects of a particular commercial, military, or private aircraft. What parent wouldn't be thrilled to see their child seeking out knowledge, piqued by a favorite plastic model airplane?

Because the fun of plastic model airplanes doesn't end when all the pieces have been assembled, they are also ideal as a decorative touch in your child's bedroom or play area. Once the glue has dried and true-to-life paint job and authentic decals applied, a plastic model airplane is fit for display atop your child's shelf or dresser on its custom display stand. Flight can be simulated by hanging the plastic model airplane from the ceiling or a shelf with wires or string.

Great variety

There is more to choosing a plastic model airplane than deciding among the multitudes of different styles - plastic model replicas of nearly every famous aircraft, from military Spitfires to passenger airliners like huge 747s are readily available. Things to consider include the size of the plastic model airplane (referred to in modeling as "scale", where 1 inch of a 1/48th scale plastic model airplane represents 48 inches on the real thing) and the age and skill level of the intended modeler. All plastic model airplane kits are clearly marked with suggested ages based on the difficulty of assembly of the model.

The wonder and mystique associated with flying is reborn in every generation and plastic model airplanes are a wonderful way to show off your child's love of aeronautics.