Atlantis 1/54 Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket Plastic Model Kit

Atlantis 1/54 Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket Model Kit

Build a detailed replica of the legendary Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket, the rocket-powered research aircraft that broke the sound barrier and set altitude records in the late 1940s and early 1950s. This 1/54 scale model kit from Atlantis captures the sleek design of this historic experimental aircraft.

The Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket was instrumental in advancing supersonic flight research, reaching speeds over Mach 2 and altitudes exceeding 80,000 feet. This model kit allows you to recreate this important piece of aviation history with accurate proportions and details.

Perfect for intermediate to advanced modelers interested in experimental aircraft, rocket-powered planes, and aviation history. The finished model makes an excellent display piece for collectors of research aircraft and Cold War era aviation.