Airfix - D-Day 75th Anniversary Operation Overlord Set (A50162A)

Early on the morning of June 6th 1944 the combined forces of the Allied armies landed on the Normandy beaches in Northern France in the most ambitious and important operation of the Second World War. With airborne troops already on the ground and fighting, the sea-borne element of the force began landing. This phase of the operation was codenamed Neptune and consisted of five invasion beaches, three British and Canadian (Sword, Gold and Juno) and two American beaches (Omaha and Utah). The landings themselves were preceded both by a powerful air attack and by a fierce naval artillery barrage from a vast armada of ships anchored off-shore.
The majority of the beaches were taken with casualties, but no severe losses, except for Omaha where the American troops were pinned down after the naval bombardment failed to destroy the German defences. But even this obstacle was overcome and once the beach-heads were secure, Allied troops and equipment were quickly brought ashore, ready to continue on and liberate the occupied countries of Western Europe and ultimately to defeat Germany and win the war.
This collection comes from the Normandy beach-head, with tanks, landing craft, trucks, a gun emplacement, soldiers and a diorama base to enable you to recreate this momentous day. Airfix Gift Sets are ideal for more advanced modellers and include glue, acrylic paints and brushes.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - 75TH Anniversary D-Day Sea Assault Set - 1:72 (A50156A)

While the first Allied soldiers landed in Normandy via parachute during the night of the 5th and 6th of June 1944, the vast majority of the liberating Allied troops would have to come via the sea, landing on Normandy's beaches under heavy fire and fighting their way inland. The Allies had various different types of landing craft for getting men ashore. Some were very large like the Landing Ship Tank (LST), some much smaller like the small amphibious DUKW but it was the Higgins LCVP (Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel) which proved to be one of the most important types used. Employed to transport the majority of US Personnel, as well as many British troops when they were used by the Royal Navy, they were vital because they could very quickly offload men and small vehicles, such as Jeeps, while under fire. Jeeps were vital because they offered the Allies mobility in the earliest hours of the campaign. The LCVPs were also able to return fire with their compliment of two .30 inch machine guns, helping to protect the troops that they were disembarking. Overall D-day was a success, thanks in no small part to the work of boats like these and their crews. 

Airfix - 75TH Anniversary D-Day Air Assault Set - 1:72 (A50157A)

On the eve of June the 6th 1944, the vast majority of mainland Europe was either under the control of Hitler's Nazi regime, or heavily influenced by it. Only Britain stood free in Europe and openly opposed the fascist regime then seeking to control the world. Supported by the United States and Canada, as well as troops from the then occupied nations, the 6th of June marked the Western Allies return to France after the humiliation of the evacuation from Dunkirk in 1940. The invasion required the Allies to hold total air superiority over the Normandy landing grounds. The lead up to the day had seen thousands of sorties carried out by Allied aircraft. From heavy bombers relentlessly pounding targets of strategic important in France, to fighter bombers such as the Hawker Typhoon that attacked enemy troop formations and smaller targets - the Allied air assault was total.

Due to the distance from Normandy to the UK, once the Allied had a foothold on the French coast, small temporary airfields were immediately established which gave the Allies the opportunity to fly more sorties and to be closer to the action. Some of these airfields were so close to the frontline they suffered mortar attacks. These airfields were to prove their worth, and with the help of Allied airpower, Hitler's armies were pushed further and further back, culminating in the defeat of Nazi Germany just eleven months later.

(This Airfix starter set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Battle of Britain Gift Set - 1:72

Product Code: A50173A

Sharing their home airfield with the RAF’s latest Typhoon air defence fighter, the classic aircraft of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight serve the dual purpose of representing the modern Royal Air Force and providing a poignant flying tribute to RAF personnel who served during the Second World War.  A popular airshow act, the hard-working aircraft of the BBMF make around 1000 individual appearances each year.

(This Gift Set includes Acrylic Paints, Poly-Cement Glue and a Brush)

Airfix - Battle of Britain Memorial Flight - 1:72 (A50182)

Sharing the same RAF airfield as the Typhoons which provide Britain’s Southern sector QRA cover, the historic aircraft of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight are some of the most famous aircraft in the UK and not only serve as a flying memorial to the thousands of service personnel who represented the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, but also an effective recruitment tool for the modern force.

(This gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Dambusters 80th Anniversary - Gift Set

Product Code: A50191

Airfix Dambusters 80th Anniversary - Gift Set. No.617 Squadron has become one of the RAF’s most famous units, following the incredible operation known as the ‘Dambuster Raid’. To this day this incredible legacy continues, the unit was reformed in April 2018 to commemorate its centenary, which consists of the first operational Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightnings.

(This Gift Set includes Acrylic Paints, Poly-Cement Glue and Brushes)

Airfix - Avro Lancaster 'Dambusters' - 1:72 (A09007)

The most famous raid to be undertaken by Lancasters was operation "Chastise" to destroy the dams of the Ruhr valley. Mk III Lancasters of 617 squadron were fitted with special ‘bouncing bombs’ designed by Barnes Wallace, to bounce over floating booms, settle against the dam wall and explode as they sank to a set depth.
Features include detailed bomb trolley and Upkeep mine, optional dropped flaps, detailed bomb release mechanism, poseable control surfaces and gun turrets, optional retracted undercarriage and a fully detailed interior.

Paints required but not included: 11, 24, 26, 29, 30, 33, 60, 61, 62, 53, 56, 78, 96, 98

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) 'The Dambusters' - 1:72

Product Code: A09007A

Airfix Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) 'The Dambusters' - 1:72. It was one of the most audacious bombing raids in history, nineteen ‘Special’ Lancasters and their crew took off from RAF Scampton on the night of 16th/17th May 1943. Every man determined to play their part in this historic raid, sent a message to the German nation which could not be ignored.

Scheme A: Avro Lancaster B.III, Aircraft flown by wing commander Guy Gibson, Commanding Office, "Operation Chastise", No 617 Squadron, RAF Scampton, England, 16/17th May 1943

Scheme B: Avro Lancaster B.III, Aircraft flown by squadron leader John Leslie (Les) Munro, "Operation Chastise", No 617 Squadron, RAF Scampton, England, 16/17th May 1943

Paints Required but not included: (Scheme A and B) 11, 24, 29, 30, 33, 53, 56, 60, 62, 78, 98 (Pilot) 26, 61, 96

Airfix - Sink The Bismarck! Gift Set - 1:1200

Product Code: A50120

(Pre-Order Due May 2026)

As one of the most powerful battleships to have ever taken to sea, Bismarck posed a huge threat to the Royal Navy and Britain’s vital sea lanes, a threat which had to be neutralised. With the loss of HMS Hood, the Admiralty were determined to destroy Bismarck, and a mighty task force was sent to hunt her down. The scene was set for a mighty clash of warships in the North Atlantic, and the demise of one of the world’s great battleships.

(This Airfix Starter Set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Pearl Harbor Gift Set - 1:72

Product Code: A50180

(Pre-Order Due October 2026)

At 7.55am on Sunday 7th December 1941, the US Naval Base at Pearl Harbor was subjected to a devastating surprise attack mounted by the Japanese Navy. Launching from six aircraft carriers in two strong attack waves, over 400 strike and fighter aircraft targeted the US Pacific Fleet moored at Pearl Harbor and the airfields at Ford Island, Hickam Field, Bellows Field and Wheeler Field. Despite inflicting significant damage, they awoke a military giant, and a nation determined to secure ultimate victory. This Pearl Harbor model kit Gift Set brings that famous event to life on your workbench in 1:72 scale.

(This Airfix Starter Set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Twin Pack - Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 (FMOG) + Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib - 1:72

Product Code: A40001

(Pre-Order Due Spring 2026)

The impressive scheme applied to Typhoon FGR.4 ZJ913 took inspiration from the RAF No.257 (Burma) Squadron Hawker Typhoon Mk.Ib flown by Pilot Officer Denzil Jenkins in support of the D-Day landings on 6th June 1944, complete with the black and white identification markings which were such a distinctive feature of Allied aircraft operating over Normandy on D-Day.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Airfix - Twin Pack - Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 (GINA) + Hawker Hurricane Mk.I - 1:72

Product Code: A40002

(Pre-Order Due Summer 2026)

As Britain prepared to mark the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain in 2015, an aircraft unveiling at RAF Coningsby captured the imagination of enthusiasts and modellers alike, as one of the RAF’s cutting-edge Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 jets had a smart new paint scheme, which took its inspiration from a famous Fighter Command aircraft from 1940. This high-tech multi-role jet aircraft had been painted in a scheme similar to that worn by the Hawker Hurricane Mk.I flown by Flight Lieutenant James Brindley Nicolson on 16th August 1940, the day on which his actions in combat earned him a Victoria Cross - the only VC awarded to a Fighter Command pilot during the entire war.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Airfix - Twin Pack - Eurofighter Typhoon FGR.4 (Blackjack) + Shorts Tucano T.1 - 1:72

Product Code: A40003

(Pre-Order Due Spring 2026)

When it comes to specially presented RAF Typhoon FGR.4 display aircraft of the past 10 years, the one which served the longest on the UK airshow circuit, and was unquestionably the most patriotic in appearance was ZJ914. Resplendent in a smart all-over black Aggressor scheme, the aircraft also benefited from union flag style markings and an RAF roundel on each side of its tail, and no matter what the weather, when this aircraft displayed with afterburners engaged, it was an aviation sight to behold. The scheme was similar to the one worn by the RAF Shorts Tucano T.1 display during the 2008 season, which also had a black airframe, with red, white and blue detailing to mark the 90th anniversary of the Royal Air Force. Two Tucanos were presented in this manner: ZF210 and ZE338, with one serving as a reserve should the assigned display aircraft become unserviceable.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Airfix - Swedish Air Force 100th Anniversary Set - 1:72

Product Code: A40004

(Pre-Order Due June 2026)

To mark this year’s centenary commemorations of the formation of the Swedish Air Force, this model set charts the development of the force from one which purchased overseas aircraft types, to one of the most powerful air forces in the world. By the start of the Second World War, the Swedish Air Force consisted of 180 aircraft of different types, but mainly purchased from countries such as Britain, the US, Germany, and Italy. Their first indigenous design was introduced in 1942, but in order to defend their neutrality, they continued strengthening with aircraft produced overseas. This continued into the jet age, however, Sweden was working hard to develop their own jet fighters, and when the most significant came, it was something very special: the SAAB J35 Draken supersonic interceptor. Since then, Sweden has continued to produce impressive new aircraft, often operating them from dispersed sites using public roads as runways, with SAAB cars sharing the road with SAAB fighters.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Airfix - Legends - Douglas Bader - Triple Pack - 1:48

Product Code: A40101

(Pre-Order Due May 2026)

When Britain was standing alone against the might of the all-conquering German war machine, they needed heroes to steel the nation to its duty - men like Douglas Bader. Joining the Royal Air Force in 1928, Bader was a gifted sportsman with the reputation of a thrill seeker. However, he struggled with the academic side of life at Cranwell. Douglas Bader’s story of courage and determination inspired Britain in her darkest hours, and when a victory flypast took place over London at the end of the war, it was hero Bader who led the formation in a Spitfire.

This Legends triple pack celebrates the courage and determination of a hero, with three aircraft model kits in 1:48 scale.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Airfix - Bomber Re-supply Set - 1:72 (A05330)

Keeping the bomber squadrons fully operational was the job of the teams on the ground. Loading the bombs, other ammunition, fuel and general supplies was vital to maximise the efficiency of the aircraft, and the maintenance needed to ensure the safety of the aircraft even more so.

The components in this set compliment all of the Airfix heavy and medium bomber aircraft, and adding A01747 RAF Personnel or A01748 USAAF Personnel makes for even more dynamic diorama possibilities.

Features include:

Various different sizes of bombs: 1,000lb, 500lb, 4,000lb and 8,000lb
Detailed incendiary bombs
Detailed trolleys and tractor
Options for Bedford MWD and MWC trucks
Detailed maintenance towers
Various accessories such as chocks, bicycle and ladders
Standard Tilly

Paints required but not included: 29, 30, 33, 56, 60, 64, 72, 110

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - USAAF 8th Air Force Bomber Resupply Set - 1:72 (A06304)

As US bomber operations began to take place at airfields all over Southern England from the summer of 1942, the vehicles used in servicing their Liberators and Flying Fortresses were slowly changing from the standard RAF support vehicles, to specialised US Air Force equipment. From fuel trailers to bomb trolleys, Bedfords were quickly being replaced by Chevrolets.

Autocar U-7144-T 4X4 tractor unit and F-1 fuel trailer. The U-7144-T was used extensively by the US military from 1942 onwards and was certainly found on most, if not all USAAF airfields in Britain, particularly in conjunction with the standard F-1 fuel trailer. With many aircraft requiring refuelling on a daily basis, it was usual for each base to have numerous examples of the U-7144-T available at any one time.

Chevrolet M6 bomb service truck. This utility 4X4 truck was capable of carrying a small number of bombs in its own right, but was more commonly used in conjunction with the M5 bomb trailer. Indeed, it was capable of towing up to five fully loaded M5 bomb trailers, which was just as well considering the number of missions USAAF bomber crews were required to undertake. The new set will also include the M5 bomb trailer.

Cushman Model 39 Package Car. This light, three wheeled utility vehicle will have been used for a multitude of light duties on USAAF bases. A development of a motor scooter design, the single wheel at the back provided the power for the vehicle, which allowed a small cargo box to be fitted at the front. Again, the Cushman would have been a regular feature on a USAAF airfield.

- Cushman Model 39 Package Car: length 34mm, width 17mm
- Chevrolet M6 Bomb Service Truck: length 74mm, width 25mm
- M5 Bomb Trailer: length 77mm, width 33mm
- Autocar U-7144-T 4x4 Tractor Unit: length 72mm, width 33mm
- F-1 Fuel Trailer: length 129mm, width 36mm

Paints required but not included: 11, 19, 24, 33, 72, 155

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Space Shuttle Gift Set - 1:144

Product Code: A50200

Surely one of the most impressive sights any human can ever hope to see is the awe-inspiring launch of a mighty rocket spacecraft, be that in person, or more likely, on our TV screens. Following the success of NASA’s Apollo program, their next phase in space exploration was to develop a partially reusable, low-earth orbital space transportation system to allow more astronauts to travel into space by further extending the boundaries of engineering excellence.  For this spacecraft combination to work as intended, one million individual components had to work in unison and, over 30 years, five of these Space Shuttles successfully achieved earth orbit, with ‘Discovery’ becoming their most active craft. This incredible spacecraft completed 39 flight missions and spent 365 days in space.

(This Gift Set includes Acrylic Paints, Poly-Cement Glue and a Brush)

Paints required but not included: TBA

Airfix - Saturn V Gift Set - 1:144

Product Code: A50201

If there’s one machine which underlines man’s mastery of technological innovation and ability to overcome insurmountable challenges, then it's the Saturn V rocket series. It was the largest and most powerful flying machine the world had ever seen when it made its first test launch in November 1967. A super heavy-lift launch vehicle developed by NASA in support of their Apollo program and America’s desire to place human beings on the moon in the 1960s and 70s, everything about the Saturn V was incredible, from the immense power of its launch sequence to the graceful way it pierced earth’s atmosphere and onwards into space. The Saturn V stands tall as one of the great engineering achievements of the 20th century. Contents: Plastic model kit, acrylic paint, Poly cement, brush, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

(This Gift Set includes Acrylic Paints, Poly-Cement Glue and a Brush)

Airfix - SLS Artemis Gift Set - 1:144

Product Code: A50202

Allowing a new generation of the earth’s population to witness the development and achievements of a NASA space program, the Space Launch System is their latest and most powerful rocket launch system, intended to take mankind to the moon and beyond. The latest generation of super-heavy-lift launch vehicle, to the uninitiated, SLS and the Orion spacecraft capsule almost appears to be a combination of Apollo and Space Shuttle technologies, however, this incredible program represents the pinnacle of engineering technology taking man deeper into space than ever before. Blasting off for an unmanned maiden launch on 16th November 2022, the first manned launch is planned for 2025, when the Orion capsule will embark on a lunar flyby. Contents: Plastic model kit, acrylic paint, Poly cement, brush, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

(This Gift Set includes Acrylic Paints, Poly-Cement Glue and a Brush)

Revell - Apollo 11 Lunar Module Eagle - 1:48 (03701)

"Houston, this is Tranquility Base. The eagle has landed." With these words the world heard that man had finally reached the moon. The Apollo 11 lunar module "Eagle" landed on July 20, 1969 and became the first dwelling on the moon. Neil Armstrong was the first man to enter the moon.

Lunar Module Eagle consisting of the landing stage and the ascent module (upper stage), Structured ascent module, Control nozzles, antennas, adhesive and base paints.

(This 'Model Set' includes base paints, and glue)

Paints: (Humbrol Main Paints:): 32, 27003 (Revell Main Paints): 36109, 36191

Airfix - One Small Step For Man...

Product Code: A50106

(Pre-Order Due May 2026)

On 20th July 1969, the world watched in awe as NASA astronaut Neil Armstrong set foot on the surface of the moon, and delivered a statement which stands as one of the most famous in human history – “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Although this is the line which is often quoted when recounting this historic first lunar step, does it actually make sense? In the years which followed and during interviews, Neil Armstrong maintains that what he actually said was, “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind”, which makes complete sense and is historically profound. Either way, this 1:72 scale space model kit gift set is a lot of fun to build.

(This gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)