Pacific Aircraft Models 13/85
Wingspan: 18”
Fuselage Length: 18”
Own an AT-5C Ford Pan American Model Airplane that fits any museum
Be amazed with our AT-5C Ford Pan American Model Airplane that is of museum-like quality based from the blueprint designs of the real AT-5C Ford Pan American aircraft. It was made only by the most skilled and meticulous hands of our craftsmen. Our AT-5C Ford Pan American model plane is identical to the authentic AT-5C Ford Pan American planes. You may not own the actual AT-5C Ford Pan American but you can own the AT-5C Ford Pan American model plane only here at Pacific Aircraft.
Pacific Aircraft’s AT-5C Ford Pan American model plane was made from high-quality materials only by skilled craftsmen. It underwent careful carving, sanding, painting, and polishing to ensure superb quality. It comes with a sturdy base with a steel mounting rod. You can also purchase our pitch wall mount accessory for a more dynamic look and experience. Go on and satisfy the aviation junkie in you by purchasing an AT-5C Ford Pan American model plane.
History of the AT-5C Ford Pan American
The rugged and dependable 5-AT Ford Tri-motor transport airplane became the most famous Ford Tri-motor aircraft because of its incredible durability, well-proven by NC9683, the thirty-ninth 5-AT built by Ford. On April 12, 1929, 5-AT was sold to Southwest Air Fast Express (SAFE). It has flown the routes of Colonial Air Transport and later, flew the transcontinental route between Cleveland and Los Angeles.
In May 1934, the 5-AT was transferred to the Chicago base. In 1935, it retired from the American Airlines. It was sold to TACA International Airlines and operated in Nicaragua. In 1946, the 5-AT was sent to Mexico, wherein it was used for passenger and cargo hauling. Then, in 1954, it was sold to a crop-dusting company in Montana. The aircraft ended up beside a small airfield as someone's living quarters.
In 1960, American Airlines acquired NC9683 and was restored. It was seen flying public relations tours promoting the airline. In November 1962, the NC9683 made the first regular commercial flight from the new Dulles International Airport in Virginia. Then, the NC9683 was donated to the National Air and Space Museum, hanging in the Air Transportation gallery.
*Alteration on the design such as change of paint schemes and markings or embodied features on our models occurs at any time. Detachable stand is included with the model which may vary from the photo.
