British Aviation
The British aviation industry has a long and illustrious history, with many iconic planes built and flown over the years. From the legendary Supermarine Spitfire to the modern Eurofighter Typhoon and Bae Avro 146, British-built jets have been at the forefront of aviation technology for decades.
Located not far from Gatwick Airport and the city of London, Tunbridge Wells has a rich aviation history of its own. The town played an important role during the Second World War as a base for Royal Air Force (RAF) fighter squadrons, and many of the planes flown by these squadrons were built in Britain.
An massive and impressive boardroom model of a British Aerospace 146 /Avro RJ, made out of softwood and plaster or fibreglass and displayed on a purpose-built stand. Made in the mid 1990s, this imposing model was produced to commemorate the association between the United Kingdom and Malaysia to jointly manufacture this unique and innovative aircraft. This particular model probably stood in a lobby or boardroom of British aerospace headquarters to celebrate and advertise its partnership with Khazanah Nasional, the Sovereign National Wealth Fund of the Malaysian Government. Of lovely proportions, the model is an eye-catching model that makes a lovely decorative conversation piece for collectors of aircraft memorabilia.
Reference Number: B8903
The BAe Avro 146 is a British-built regional jet airliner that first entered service in 1983, It quickly gained popularity among regional airlines around the world and this exceptional model commemorates the association between the United Kingdom and Malaysian governments. This particular model would’ve stood in the lobby or boardroom of the British aerospace headquarters.
The Avro 146 was designed to be versatile and capable of operating from small regional airports, with a short take-off and landing distance and the ability to operate in a variety of weather conditions. Over 220 Avro 146s were produced in a variety of configurations, including passenger and cargo models, and they have been used by a wide range of airlines and military organizations. While production of the Avro 146 ended in 2001, the plane remains a popular choice for airlines and is highly regarded for its reliability and versatility.