The first Soviet intercontinental jet passenger aircraft was the Il-62, developed by the S.V. Ilyushin Design Bureau. The prototype took off January 2nd, 1963. Series production began in 1966. Since 1973, the Il-62M was advanced with new engines; as a result, a maximum range of over 11,000 km was possible in operation. Just before 2004, there were 190 Il-62M aircraft produced.
Il-62 served as the flagship of Aeroflot for several decades. They are actively supplied to many countries of the socialist camp. A small number of Il-62M are still in operation today.
Model Features- The model can be assembled in either ground or flying configurations
- Three version decal sheet is included
Markings Available- Il-62M, 1980
- Il-62M, 1978
- Il-62M, 1993
Model Information- Scale: 1:144
- Number of Parts: 64 pieces
- Length: 393 mm
- Height: 300 mm
- Includes detailed assembly instructions
- Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
- Box size: 410 x 260 x 55 mm