{"product_id":"55628-valom-48008-britten-norman-bn-2a-islander-148","title":"Valom 48008 Britten-Norman BN-2A Islander 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eValom 48008 Britten-Norman BN-2A Islander 1\/48 – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eBritten-Norman BN-2A Islander\u003c\/strong\u003e multi-role aircraft plastic model in 1\/48 scale is a high-quality kit from the renowned Czech brand Valom (catalog number 48008). The model is designed for experienced aircraft modelers who expect accurate detail replication and wide possibilities for implementing advanced modeling techniques.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Information and Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Britten-Norman BN-2A Islander is a British light transport aircraft designed in the 1960s by \u003cstrong\u003eBritten-Norman\u003c\/strong\u003e, based on the Isle of Wight. Since 1965, this aircraft has been used both civilly and militarily worldwide—from Europe, through Africa, Asia, the Americas, to Australia. It has been especially valued in countries such as the United Kingdom, Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Venezuela, and the USA.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The BN-2A Islander is renowned for its excellent STOL capabilities (short takeoff and landing), which have secured its use in commercial aviation, rescue operations, medical transport, and military service—e.g., as a light observation, patrol, transport, or medevac aircraft. The Islander has been used in conflicts in the Middle East, the Falklands, as well as in civilian missions on short island routes.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAircraft service period: \u003cstrong\u003esince 1965 – present day\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacturer and users: \u003cstrong\u003eUnited Kingdom, widely used worldwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProduct type: \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality plastic (polystyrene)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit includes: \u003cstrong\u003eplastic sprues, detailed instructions, decals\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe model does not include glue or paints – to be purchased separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eDetails and Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The high quality of the molds allowed for accurate replication of both exterior details (panel lines), canopy glazing, tail surfaces and landing gear, as well as the cockpit interior. Precisely reproduced fuselage elements provide a realistic effect at the assembly stage. The Valom 48008 set allows you to build the BN-2A Islander in several possible paint schemes, giving additional options for personalization.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTarget Group, Difficulty Level, Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eValom 48008 Britten-Norman BN-2A Islander 1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers, civil and military aviation enthusiasts, as well as collectors of transport aircraft. The model is distinguished by its detail level and large customization area (painting, weathering).\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDifficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e (precision and experience required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model kits – aircraft\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    An excellent choice for those looking for a unique project and for enthusiasts ready to expand their collection with an aircraft that truly changed island transport worldwide.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Valom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723220537678,"sku":"VLM48008","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/39f021ddd4daa227368fd37568530e0e.jpg?v=1755554937","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/55628-valom-48008-britten-norman-bn-2a-islander-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}