727 Piedmont Airlines

Piedmont Airlines 727 airplane model. The first Model 727, bearing United Airlines markings, took flight on February 9, 1963, with an initial market forecast of around 300 aircraft. However, sales fell short, prompting Boeing to respond to rising demand for a larger short-range plane by creating the 727-200, a stretched version with a fuselage extended by 10 feet. This upgrade marked a pivotal moment, boosting the aircraft’s appeal. By the end of production in the early 1980s, 1,831 units had been sold. Equipped with three Pratt & Whitney JT8D-9A turbofans, the 727-200 delivers impressive speeds up to 621 mph and a range of nearly 2,500 miles, making it a reliable choice for efficient regional travel.

Scale: 1/100. Wingspan 12 3/4 inches, Length 18 inches.