1:72 Corgi Consolidated PBY-5 Catalina "Miss Pick Up"

Corgi AA36113 is a 1:72 scale diecast model of the Consolidated OA-10A Catalina “Miss Pick Up,” representing aircraft 44-33915 of the 8th USAAF based at Halesworth in 1945. It’s part of Corgi’s Aviation Archive series and features detailed paintwork, optional parts, and a display stand.

Model Overview

• Model Number: AA36113

• Brand: Corgi

• Series: Aviation Archive

• Aircraft: Consolidated OA-10A Catalina

• Livery: “Miss Pick Up” – 44-33915, 8th USAAF, Halesworth, 1945

• Scale: 1:72

• Material: Diecast metal with plastic components

• Dimensions: Approx. 38.5 cm wingspan

Features & Details

• Display Options: Comes with a display stand for in-flight or landed configuration

• Optional Parts: Includes interchangeable undercarriage and propeller options

• Markings: Accurate wartime livery with detailed nose art and insignia

• Packaging: Collector’s box with historical background and aircraft details

• Limited Edition: Production run is limited, making it a collectible item

Historical Background

“Miss Pick Up” was a Consolidated OA-10A Catalina, a variant of the PBY-5A flying boat used for air-sea rescue missions during WWII. In 1945, operating from US Station 365 at Halesworth, Suffolk, this aircraft was dispatched to assist another Catalina attempting to rescue the crew of a downed B-24 Liberator in the North Sea. Despite rough seas, “Miss Pick Up” successfully located the distressed aircraft and relayed its position, playing a crucial role in the rescue operation2.

This model is ideal for aviation history enthusiasts, especially those interested in WWII air-sea rescue operations and iconic flying boats like the Catalina.