The Messerschmitt Me262 Swallow" was the world's first operational jet-powered fighter aircraft. Officially named "Swallow", and the Allies called it the Storm bird. The Me262 had a negligible impact on the course of the WWII. Its design was highly influential on postwar aircraft development. Plans were first test flight in 1941, In April 1944, into service. In the end, slightly over 1400 Me 262s of all versions were produced.: Item No : 01318 Item Name : Messerschmitt Me262 A-2a Bar Code : 9580208013183 Scale : 1:144 Item Type : Static Kit Model Brief : Length: 73.4mmWingspan: 86.9mm Total Parts : 38pcs Metal Parts : n/a Photo Etched Parts : n/a Film Parts : n/a Resin Parts : n/a Total Sprues : 3 pcs Paint Schemes ": 1.Me262 A-2a (Wk.Nr.500200) of II./KG51,1945 2.Me262 A-2a I./KG51,1944/1945" Released Date : 2009-08 More Features : The kit consists of 38 parts.Included a clear canopy and a detailed tractor. "