Aerospatiale Alouette III Helicopter "Polizeifliegerstaffel Nordrhein-Westfalen (Police Aviation Squadron North Rhine-Westphalia)" (D-HEFT) White wit

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Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Aerospatiale Alouette III Helicopter "Polizeifliegerstaffel Nordrhein-Westfalen (Police Aviation Squadron North Rhine-Westphalia)" (D-HEFT) White with Red and Green Stripes die cast model by Herpa. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Does NOT include a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L-5.25 Wingspan-5.5 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS:The Alouette III operated by the Polizeifliegerstaffel Nordrhein-Westfalen (Police Aviation Squadron North Rhine-Westphalia) served as a highly reliable and versatile utility helicopter for law enforcement and rescue missions. Introduced in the early 1960s by the French company Aérospatiale the Alouette III became a popular choice for police and military forces across Europe due to its agility ease of maintenance and capacity for various roles. The helicopters deployment by the North Rhine-Westphalia police was crucial for aerial surveillance traffic control and search-and-rescue operations throughout Germanys most populous state.Although the Polizeifliegerstaffel primarily operated in a civil capacity the Alouette III was often called upon during times of crisis including disaster relief operations and rescue missions in difficult-to-reach locations. It played a key role in flood relief efforts offering rapid response and coordination from the air. The helicopters ability to hover at low altitudes made it ideal for assisting in rescues from rivers forests and mountainous regions where ground access was often limited.The Alouette III’s importance extended beyond typical policing duties as it was also de