DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇨🇭 Balair CTA — Airbus A310-325 — Herpa Wings — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —

Characteristics

Type	CIVIL
Scale	1:500
Brand	Herpa Wings
Article Number	501033
EAN	4013150501033
Airline Company	Balair CTA
Aircraft Type	Airbus A310-325
Size	📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 46.66 m (153 ft 1 in) Wingspan: 43.90 m (144 ft 0 in) Height: 15.81 m (51 ft 10 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 9.3 cm (3.7 in) Wingspan: approx. 8.8 cm (3.5 in)
Registration	HB-IPL
Condition	Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic.

Description

This meticulously crafted 1:500 scale die-cast model represents a Balair CTA Airbus A310-325, manufactured by Herpa Wings under article number 501033. The model showcases Balair's distinctive livery featuring a white fuselage adorned with vibrant yellow lower fuselage and engine cowlings, complemented by the iconic Swiss flag on the tail. The bold 'balair cta' branding in red and blue letters runs prominently along the fuselage, making this a visually striking piece. This precision model captures the essence of Balair's fleet during its operational years, making it a prized addition for aviation enthusiasts and collectors alike.

The Airbus A310-325 is a medium to long-range wide-body twin-engine jet airliner that served as a smaller, shorter-range variant of the A300. With its efficient CFM56 or Pratt & Whitney engines, the A310 became popular among airlines for both passenger and cargo operations throughout the 1980s and 1990s. The aircraft typically measures approximately 46.66 meters in length with a wingspan of 43.90 meters and a height of 15.81 meters, offering seating capacity for up to 280 passengers depending on configuration. Its versatility and fuel efficiency made it a cornerstone of many airlines' medium-haul operations during its production run from 1983 to 2007.

🇨🇭 About the Airline
Balair (later Balair/CTA) was a Swiss charter airline based in Basel, operating from 1953 until its merger with CTA in 1993 to form Balair/CTA. The airline specialized in holiday charter flights from Switzerland to Mediterranean and other leisure destinations. Known for its colorful liveries and reliable service, Balair played an important role in Swiss aviation history before eventually being integrated into what would become Belair Airlines. Models representing Balair aircraft are particularly sought after by collectors due to the airline's distinctive branding and its significance in Swiss charter aviation history.