Cessna T-50: Our Cessna T-50 model aircraft is modeled and handcrafted using various high-quality grade materials by our renowned master craftsmen. Our Cessna T-50 model aircraft is uniquely designed and manufactured using the latest innovations and techniques applied in the over-all manufacturing and operation process procedures. The model airplane’s parts including the fuselage, wings and glass cockpit are extremely accurate and precise based on the original. This model aircraft will fascinate anyone, aviation enthusiast and model aircraft collectors alike for its remarkable and exceptional quality. This elegant Cessna T-50 model aircraft is definitely the perfect gift and collectible you would want to give to your friends and family. Cessna T-50 History: The Cessna T50 is a five-seat light transport manufactured by Cessna Aircraft Company. Its primary users are the United States Army Air Corps, United States Navy, Royal Canadian Air Force, and United States Air Force. T-50 made its first flight in 1939 and flew by Mr. Dwane Wallace. Cessna T-50 “Bobcat” (Cessna’s Official name) was a World War II vintage twin. The somewhat derogatory nickname Bamboo Bomber came from the G.I.'s who preferred the modern all metal airplanes to the wooden winged T-50, which really wasn't a bomber and of course, had no Bamboo. This one had floats on it which is similar to the Piper Cub. The wings are built-up wood spars and ribs; the fuselage is a steel tube truss, all with fabric covering. Because of the 42 foot wingspan, most surplus T50's were left out in the weather, and as time passed, the rear wing spar collected water and moisture. The rear spars rotted, making the plane unairworthy. Since the plane was cheap after the war, and the cost of repair high, all but a few were parted out or junked. The young folks know the Cessna T-50 as "Songbird" in the TV series, "Sky King". World War II pilot trainees know it as the US Army Air Corps AT17, or the UC78. The US Navy called the plane a JRC-1, and the Royal Canadian Air Force called it a Crane.