DIE-CAST MODEL — ORBIS — McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10ER — HOGAN — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 60,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | HOGAN |
| Article Number | ORB20DC10P01 |
| EAN | n/a |
| Airline Company |
Orbis International
|
| Aircraft Type | McDonnell Douglas DC-10 |
| Original Size |
Length: approx. 55.50 m Wingspan: approx. 50.40 m Height: approx. 17.70 m |
| Registration | N220AU |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exceptional 1:500 scale die-cast model represents the ORBIS Flying Eye Hospital, a McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10ER with registration N220AU. Manufactured by Hogan as a limited edition piece, this model faithfully recreates the iconic white livery adorned with the ORBIS eye logo and 'saving sight worldwide' tagline. The model captures the unique mission of this converted airliner, which served as a mobile teaching hospital bringing ophthalmologic care to underserved communities around the globe. Details include accurate markings, the distinctive tri-jet configuration, and the ORBIS branding that made this aircraft instantly recognizable at airports worldwide.
The McDonnell Douglas DC-10-10ER Flying Eye Hospital was a remarkable humanitarian aircraft operated by ORBIS International. This particular airframe, numbered 46501 and designated as ship number 2, was powered by GE CF6-6DIA engines and staffed by volunteer pilots from United Airlines along with flight mechanics sponsored by the airline. The aircraft was equipped with a complete ophthalmic surgical suite installed in modified LD-3 containers, along with ground power generators and air compressors to support medical operations. The mission crew included 5 doctors, 7 nurses, 2 anesthesiologists, 2 biomedical engineers, 2 audiovisual specialists, and 4 staff administrators, making it a fully functional flying hospital capable of performing surgeries and training medical professionals in developing countries.