The world’s first supersonic passenger aircraft became a Tu-144. It was designed by A.N. Tupolev Design Bureau. The maiden flight of the prototype was in December 31, 1968 (two months earlier than British-French Concorde).
The serial production began in 1971. In all 9 Tu-144 aircraft with NK-144A engines were built up to 1977. They could to transport 150 passengers in up to 4150 km range. The cruiser speed was about 2340 km/h. Two aircraft (SSSR-77109 and SSSR-77110) made regular passages Moscow – Alma-Ata line from November 1, 1977 to June 1, 1978.
Model Dimensions:
Length: 465mm
Width: 200mm
Parts: 108
Decal scheme- Tu-144, Moscow—Alma-Ata Line, November 1977
Paints and glue are not included
Not suitable for children under 14 years old