DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇺🇸 Western Pacific Airlines — Boeing 737-300 'Spirit of Durango' — Herpa — 1:500 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX —
Prix régulier 60,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | CIVIL |
| Scale | 1:500 |
| Brand | Herpa |
| Article Number | 502078 |
| EAN | 4013130502078 |
| Airline Company | Western Pacific Airlines |
| Aircraft Type | Boeing 737-300 |
| Size | 📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft) Length: 33.40 m (109 ft 7 in) Wingspan: 28.88 m (94 ft 9 in) Height: 11.13 m (36 ft 6 in) 📐 Model Size (1:500) Length: approx. 6.7 cm (2.6 in) Wingspan: approx. 5.8 cm (2.3 in) |
| Registration | N946WP |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
This exquisitely detailed 1:500 scale die-cast model represents Western Pacific Airlines' Boeing 737-300 in the striking 'Spirit of Durango' livery. Manufactured by Herpa Wings, this collectible features the airline's distinctive blue fuselage adorned with vibrant southwestern-themed artwork depicting Durango's natural landscape. The model showcases accurate detailing including the WP tail logo, precise engine nacelles, landing gear, and authentic airline markings. This piece represents Western Pacific's unique approach to aircraft branding during the 1990s, where each aircraft bore a different city name and custom livery.
The Boeing 737-300 is a narrow-body twin-engine jet airliner that served as the workhorse of many airlines during the 1980s and 1990s. As part of the 737 Classic series, the -300 variant featured CFM56 turbofan engines and could accommodate approximately 128-149 passengers depending on configuration. The aircraft had a maximum range of around 2,950 nautical miles and a cruising speed of Mach 0.745. This particular aircraft celebrates the spirit of Durango, Colorado, featuring unique artistic elements that made Western Pacific's fleet instantly recognizable.
🇺🇸 About the Airline
Western Pacific Airlines was a U.S. low-cost carrier operating from 1995 to 1998, based in Colorado Springs. The airline was known for its innovative marketing strategy of painting each aircraft with unique liveries representing different cities, creating a flying gallery of colorful designs. Despite its creative approach and initial success, Western Pacific ceased operations in 1998 due to financial difficulties.