The Boeing E-3 Sentry is the West's principal AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) platform. Using the airframe of a Boeing 707-320B airliner and a massive payload of radar and electronic sensors, the E-3 AWACS is the flying headquaters for command, control, communications and intelligence. 71-1407 was the first of two EC-137D AWACS prototypes. Both were upgraded to E-3A operational standard as part of the 34 aircraft procured by the USAF. The first production E-3A flew on October 31, 1975, and delivery was made in March 1977 to the 552nd AC&CW at Tinker AFB, OK.

This 1:144 scale diecast model measures 12.75" long and 12.25" wide.

Corgi "Aviation Archive" diecast airplanes feature (not every feature available on every aircraft):

Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.

Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.

Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.

Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.

Poseable presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".

Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.

Detailed pilot and crew member figures.

Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.

Selected interchangeable features such as airbrakes, opened canopies and access panels.

Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings.