Metal Earth: Consolidated PBY Catalina

The PBY Catalina was one of the most widely flown amphibious aircraft during WWII. During the war, it was used in anti-submarine warfare and as a long-range patrol bomber, a convoy escort, and a cargo transport. Our model is based on the airworthy Catalina, Miss Pick Up, which is located in the Imperial War Museum at Duxford, UK. It represents a U.S. Army Air Forces aircraft lost to enemy action in Europe at the end of March 1945. To learn more about her, go to catalina.org.uk

• Sheets: 3
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Assembled size: 8.3" L x 5.3" W x 2.8" H (21 L x 13.5 W x 7 H cm)
• Ages: 14+

Pop the parts out of the steel sheet and join them by bending the small tabs through their slots. No glue or solder needed; tweezers or needle-nose pliers make it easier.