Our latest OFFER OF THE WEEK pays homage to the superlative Spitfire – Our Spitfire Summer Offer!
North American P-51 Mustang ‘Turning the screw’ – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition No.393
When you ask such a leading question as ‘Which was the best fighter aircraft of WWII?’, you really do open an aviation can of worms. There are some compelling arguments for quite a number of aircraft types, which flew with air force and navy units and on both the Allied and Axis forces. You could […]
Flying Tigers Deal of the Day Special – A new SALE model each day – Boeing 707 Civil & Military Bonanza – Limited Numbers Available!
Flying Tigers Deal of the Day Special – A new SALE model each day – Boeing 707 Civil & Military Bonanza – Limited Numbers Available!
Flying Tigers Deal of the Day Special – A new SALE model each day – Douglas A-26 Invader – Limited Numbers Available!
Flying Tigers Deal of the Day Special – A new SALE model each day – Douglas A-26 Invader – Limited Numbers Available!
RNHF Sea Hawk – A most beautiful aeroplane – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition No.392
The UK historic aviation scene is lucky to benefit from a diverse and growing collection of magnificent aircraft, a number of which are maintained in flying condition. Some of the most enigmatic aircraft are those which were operated from the decks of ships, both during and after World War II. Fleet Air Arm aircraft just […]
Flying Tigers Deal of the Day Special – A new SALE model each day – Last of the F-18 Hornets – Limited Numbers Available!
Flying Tigers Deal of the Day Special – A new SALE model each day – Last of the F-18 Hornets – Limited Numbers Available!
A sad farewell for the much loved TFC Hellcat – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition No.391 (13/02/15)
As I put the finishing touches to last weeks Newsletter, I received some rather distressing news regarding one of the best loved Warbirds in the UK – In fact, it was so distressing that I had to do a little more research, before allowing myself to believe the rumours. Unfortunately, they turned out to be […]
North American Harvard/Texan Collection – SALE OFFER, Limited Numbers Available!
North American Harvard/Texan Collection – SALE OFFER, Limited Numbers Available!
Eagles of the Rising Sun – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition No.390 (06/02/15)
As aviation enthusiasts, we have been forced to accept that the best days of our hobby are probably behind us. As austerity measures and a changing military climate have changed air forces probably forever, we have to accept that the days of aviation diversity and a multitude of exciting spotting venues is now a thing […]
Post War Luftwaffe Focke Wulf – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 389 (30/01/15)
The North West of England can boast a rich heritage in aviation design, testing and manufacture, which spans the entire history of manned flight. Unfortunately, much of this is now very much consigned to the history books and many of the factories and airfields from the past have long since disappeared. As a proud Lancastrian, […]
Phantastic Phantoms – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 388 (23/01/15)
There are some aircraft types that seem to possess something that little bit special, when it comes to popularity amongst aviation enthusiasts and die-cast aviation collectors alike. Spitfires, Mosquitos and Lancasters would certainly qualify in the propellor powered era, but when talking about jet aircraft, there is one aircraft that almost universally seems to rise […]
Westland Whirlwind XJ729 – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 387
There is nothing like a cold and windy winters evening to make you yearn for the delights of the summer Airshow season and I have to say that last year was something of a classic year. One of the most pleasant aviation surprises I experienced last year was catching up with the only airworthy Westland […]
The Great Messerschmitt Mystery – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 386 (09/01/15)
We have a rather intriguing title for our latest Newsletter. Over the years, I have been asked this question on literally hundreds of occasions and I thought it was about time that we looked at it in a little more detail – ‘Should it be Me, or Bf when talking about Messerschmitt fighters of WWII?’ […]
Rare Gladiator Pair – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 385 (02/01/15)
The undoubted highlight of the 2014 UK Airshow season was the visit of the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum Avro Lancaster Mk.X to these shores, which really was as magnificent a spectacle, as it was unexpected. Fortunately, the UK is blessed to be at the forefront of the historic aviation movement, and home based enthusiasts have […]
Aggressor Units – Playing the Enemy – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 384 (20/12/14)
There can be few aircraft in the modern era of aviation, that are as enigmatic and interesting as the US Aggressor Squadron aircraft – a real case of a ‘Sheep in Wolf’s clothing’. Aircraft wearing dissimilar markings are a pleasant change from the traditionally bland designs of front line squadron aircraft and as a consequence, […]
Aggressor Squadron SALE Offers – Whilst stocks last!
US Aggressor Squadrons are some of the most enigmatic aircraft in their inventory – Our last remaining models are being made available at spectacular SALE PRICES, whilst stocks last!
Gallic Flair – The beautiful Mirage F.1 – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 383 (12/12/14)
As a life-long aviation enthusiast, I am sure that I share many recognisable traits with my fellow Flying Tigers Newsletter readers. Although we all have our favourite aircraft, which if pressed, would always be at the head of our personal lists, we also have our reserve list and a number of guilty pleasures (steady on, […]
Talons of the Butcher Bird – The mighty Focke Wulf Fw 190 – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 382 (05/12/14)
We are having something of an AXIS WEEKEND with our special sale offers at Flying Tigers this weekend, which is the only excuse I need to feature one of the most feared aircraft of the Second World War – the mighty Focke Wulf Fw 190 ‘Butcher Bird’. Our header picture this week is rather special […]
Bristol Blenheim Flies at Duxford – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 381 (28/11/14)
As we put the finishing touches to last weeks Newsletter, we received information which warmed the heart of every historic aviation enthusiast in Great Britain – The Bristol Blenheim had made it’s first post restoration flight! In the late evening sunshine on 20th November, Blenheim G-BPIV majestically rose in to the sky above IWM Duxford, […]
Hobbymaster Models – All Sections
Hobbymaster have become a major force in the die-cast collectables and we have a dedicated Hobbymaster Models section, where we showcase our remaining stocks, many of which are now rare and very low in numbers!
Military Vehicle SALE – Limited numbers available now!
We have some magnificent offers available on Military Vehicles, Tanks and diorama models, whilst our existing stocks last.
Flying Tigers Model SALE – All Sections
To view all the models we currently have ON SALE, please click on this section, which will take you straight to our sale overview.
Boulton Paul Defiant Ace in a Day – Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 380 (21/11/14)
Many of our readers will be aware that 2015 will see Britain commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and the exploits of the glorious ‘Few’. This is an extremely significant anniversary indeed and we can expect to see numerous events throughout the year planned to mark this occasion, along with significant support […]
The Great Air War – First World War Aviation Models Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 379 (14/11/14)
Last weekend’s remembrance commemorations were the culmination of a year of events which aimed to mark the centenary of the beginning of the first World War – the war to end all wars. The horrors of this conflict both captivate and petrify in equal measure, but it has been quite sobering to see how people […]
Boeing E-3D Sentry – Britain’s Sentinel of the sky. Flying Tigers Newsletter Edition 378 (07/11/14)
Some of the most accomplished models in the die-cast aviation hobby come in the diminutive 1/200th scale ranges, which are produced by a number of mainstream manufacturers. Advancements in manufacturing techniques has allowed engineers to incorporate higher levels of detail and superb paint finishes to even smaller scales of models, although some of these impressive […]
