Metal Earth: Lockheed Vega Plane

This Lockheed Vega 5B monoplane was purchased in 1932 by the famous aviator, Amelia Earhart, who called it her “Little Red Bus”. The plane was powered by a 450 hp engine with a cruise speed of 155 mph. Flying this plane in 1932, Amelia became the first woman to fly nonstop across the Atlantic Ocean, and to make a solo nonstop flight across the United States.

• Sheets: 2
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Assembled size: 6.5" L x 4" W x 1.5" H (16.5 L x 10.2 W x 3.8 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.