This Listing is for 1 Piece of Fascinations Metal Earth BELL X-1 Rocket Engine-Powered Aircraft 3D Model Kit On 14 October 1947, the Bell X-1 rocket powered experimental aircraft, piloted by the legendary test pilot, Chuck Yeager, became the first airplane to fly faster than the speed of sound. To accomplish this feat, the aircraft was air-launched at 7,000 meters (23,000 feet) from the belly of a WWII bomber. In tribute to his wife, Yeager named the airplane "Glamorous Glennis".
Item#: ME1039Number of sheets: 3 Sheets Difficulty: Moderate Assembled Size: 6.9" L x 4.9" W x 2.0" H (17.5 L x 12.5 W x 5.1 H cm) Ages: 14+ Assembly is required, instruction paper is included. These Amazingly detailed DIY model start as 4" square steel sheet and finish as amazing 3D model. Use the easy to follow instruction to pop out the pieces, bend the tabs, and connect at the attachment points. Build your own collection today!