1/72 039 Planet Models Aichi H9A1 Seaplane
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
Very rare and high quality resin model. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. The H9A was a twin-engined, parasol-wing flying boat, designated by Aichi as design AM-21. It was designed in response to an IJN requirement for an advanced seaplane trainer for future crews of the Kawanishi H8K "Emily" flying boat. Design work started in January 1940 and the first of three prototypes was flown in September 1940. The aircraft had a normal crew of five (pilot, co-pilot, observer, flight engineer and a radio-operator) but seating was provided for an additional trainees. 28 total aircraft were assembled. Although a trainer, it was pressed into service in home duties starting in May 1942. The H9A1 was used for anti-submarine patrols in home waters, transport duties, paratroop training and general liaison. It was not known to the Allies until spring 1945, and subsequently never assigned an reporting code name.
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