A premium 1:200 scale die-cast collector’s model of G-BNLZ, a Boeing 747-436 named “City of Perth”. Produced by ARD Models using InFlight200 tooling, this model captures the distinctive British Asia Airways hybrid livery and the character of an unusual chapter in long-haul aviation history.
Model Specifications 模型規格
Manufacturer 製造商：ARD Models (InFlight200 tooling)
Product Code 產品編號：ARDBA34
Aircraft Type 機型：Boeing 747-436
Scale 比例：1:200
Registration 登記號：G-BNLZ “City of Perth”
Material 材質：Die-cast metal with rubber rolling landing gear 合金金屬及橡膠滾動起落架
Included Accessories 隨附配件：Heavy-duty metal display stand and commemorative collector’s coin 重型金屬展示架及紀念收藏硬幣
Model Highlights 模型特色
High-precision tampo printing with fine antenna details.
Accurate Rolls-Royce RB211 engine cowlings.
Realistic wing-gear configurations and rubber rolling landing gear.
British Airways Landor-inspired base design with stylized red Chinese characters “英亞” on the tailfin and “BRITISH ASIA AIRWAYS” titles.
Historical Livery Significance 塗裝歷史
British Asia Airways was established by British Airways in 1993 as a subsidiary to operate flights between London and Taipei while navigating the political sensitivities surrounding direct flights to Mainland China. Its aircraft used a distinctive hybrid identity: the iconic British Airways Landor livery formed the base, while the British flag on the tailfin was replaced by stylized red Chinese characters “英亞”, short for British Asia, and the “British Airways” titles were replaced with “BRITISH ASIA AIRWAYS”.
For collectors, G-BNLZ “City of Perth” is more than a 747 model. It represents a rare airline identity, a fascinating political and commercial solution, and an instantly recognisable variation on the classic Landor design.
