Diecast aviation models including to pre-order models, new model arrivals and collectable stock items. Be the first to purchase highly collectable models that are due for release in the near future. Visit us at the historic Sywell Aerodrome, in Northamptonshire (see opening times and rules). Flying Tigers is now based at the historic Sywell Aerodrome, in Northamptonshire.
We hope to welcome many of you to our new premises on a historic working airfield. Stay at the Art Deco Aviator Hotel, visit the Sywell Aviation Museum, or even fly in a Spitfire. We stock diecast model aeroplanes from all the major manufacturers and we are always looking to expand our range. We currently stock Corgi Aviation Archive, Gemini Aces, Aviation 72, Hobbymaster, Century Wings, Dragon, Sky Guardian, Gemini Jets and Forces of Valor.
We hope to welcome many of you to our new premises on a historic working airfield. Stay at the Art Deco Aviator Hotel, visit the Sywell Aviation Museum, or even fly in a Spitfire. We stock diecast model aeroplanes from all the major manufacturers and we are always looking to expand our range. We currently stock Corgi Aviation Archive, Gemini Aces, Aviation 72, Hobbymaster, Century Wings, Dragon, Sky Guardian, Gemini Jets and Forces of Valor.
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We are beginning a new era in the history of Flying Tigers, as we open the new business from our Sywell Aerodrome premises. Having an airfield location for a business like Flying Tigers is something unique in our industry and even though much of our business is conducted via the internet these days, we do hope to welcome many of you to our building at Sywell, which is conveniently located near the main entrance.
Welcome to our commercial aviation model section with brands covering Herpa Wings, Inflight 200 Civilian, Gemini Jets 1/200, Gemini Jets 1/200, JC Wings, J Fox Models, Sky Marks Snap- Fit, WB Models, Hobbymaster Retro Airliners, Aviation 200 Models, Blue Box, Hogan Wings Diecast, Hogan Wings Diecast, Hogan Wings Snap-Fit and Jet X 1/200.
With years of experience in serving the die-cast aviation collector, placing orders with Flying Tigers could not be easier. We have made a few changes recently, but all with the aim of providing the best possible service for our collectors. Our payment options have been updated in line with current legislation and we now use a service provided by SagePay and you will be taken to this payment screen when finalising your order.
Reviews (10)
Graham Wood
Nov 25, 2021
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Neil Povey
Oct 31, 2021
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Extremely poor company.
I had 3 models on pre orders, one dating back to August 2020. I recently contacting them to cancel one of them as I no longer wanted the model and I was told that ALL of my orders were cancelled shortly after I placed them so I was waiting for models that were never going to arrive and have since sold out and discontinued. This is very unprofessional. I have repeatedly emailed them to find out why but no reply which is so rude and ignorant. Customer service is so appalling I was forced to report them to Trading Standards. AVOID THIS RETAILER.
I had 3 models on pre orders, one dating back to August 2020. I recently contacting them to cancel one of them as I no longer wanted the model and I was told that ALL of my orders were cancelled shortly after I placed them so I was waiting for models that were never going to arrive and have since sold out and discontinued. This is very unprofessional. I have repeatedly emailed them to find out why but no reply which is so rude and ignorant. Customer service is so appalling I was forced to report them to Trading Standards. AVOID THIS RETAILER.
Auro Auro
Oct 24, 2021
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Not recommended, ordered 2 models in October 2020, however, till date no delivery, no communication why the delay, nothing.
If there are issues with the supply or delays, especially during Corona times, I fully understand if someone tells me and I will have patience, but to not communicate at all is just not god.
I bought a model here couple of years back and all went well, therefore I came back. This time, unfortunately, nothing went well..
If FlyingTiger can get their mojo back I am willing to shop here again but for the moment there are much better options out there, so unfortunately this
If there are issues with the supply or delays, especially during Corona times, I fully understand if someone tells me and I will have patience, but to not communicate at all is just not god.
I bought a model here couple of years back and all went well, therefore I came back. This time, unfortunately, nothing went well..
If FlyingTiger can get their mojo back I am willing to shop here again but for the moment there are much better options out there, so unfortunately this
Rob Wells
Sep 14, 2021
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Not recommended.
This used to be a good company from which to order and pre-order diecast models, but as other reviewers have stated, it has gone seriously downhill in recent months.
Richard Darling at Flying Tigers does not respond to emails, does not send models promptly (even when they are claimed to be in stock) and ignores customer requests for individual models to be sent as soon as they become available (with the customer having clearly stated that he is prepared to cover the multiple postage costs for multiple pre-orders, to ensure punctual delivery).
All to no avail, so I will be cancelling
This used to be a good company from which to order and pre-order diecast models, but as other reviewers have stated, it has gone seriously downhill in recent months.
Richard Darling at Flying Tigers does not respond to emails, does not send models promptly (even when they are claimed to be in stock) and ignores customer requests for individual models to be sent as soon as they become available (with the customer having clearly stated that he is prepared to cover the multiple postage costs for multiple pre-orders, to ensure punctual delivery).
All to no avail, so I will be cancelling
Ron Swanson
Aug 16, 2021
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Extremely poor experience with this business.
Having previously had an issue with an order last year that is still unresolved, against my better judgement, I placed an order with them again, trusting in humanity and hoping my previous order was one off.
It's now been over a week and I have and Zero replies to my emails/facebook messages I have sent requesting an update when my order will be shipped.
I have raised a claim with Paypal for a refund.
DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE, POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, TAKES YOUR MONEY DOESN'T DELIVER GOODS.
Having previously had an issue with an order last year that is still unresolved, against my better judgement, I placed an order with them again, trusting in humanity and hoping my previous order was one off.
It's now been over a week and I have and Zero replies to my emails/facebook messages I have sent requesting an update when my order will be shipped.
I have raised a claim with Paypal for a refund.
DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE, POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, TAKES YOUR MONEY DOESN'T DELIVER GOODS.
Paul Hewitt
Nov 26, 2020
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When I first started buying models from Flying Tigers, I could not fault the service or the competetive prices. However, over the last 12 months all has changed. If I have pre-ordeted models then I have had no correspondence from the seller to inform me that the models are in stock. When I have emailed I have never received a reply. I then have to make a phone call which seems to prompt them into dealing with your issue, ie: sending your overdue model out to you.
The website states that all models in stock are posted the day they arrive in store or the very next day during busy times.
Beware
The website states that all models in stock are posted the day they arrive in store or the very next day during busy times.
Beware
O. R.
Sep 02, 2020
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My first orders were all good, but the last order was very dissapointing. The long awaited modell was incomplete with parts missing. At first they seemed to be interested in getting the fault done by answering, but then there was no answer anymore and no change offered. This was about 8 weeks at all. So even in pandemic times this is not the way customer service should be.
Rayhan Ahmed
Jan 03, 2019
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Bought a PIA AP AXG B707 cargo model today for good value for money £51.99.
I hope to see quality of the model when it arrives at my home address.
AP AXG 707 340 B was the last all cargo operating aircraft for PIA and it was scrapped in approx 2002. This aircraft has also been leased out to british caladonian in early 1970s and returned back to PIA in approx 1973 and then it was in the mid 70's converted into a freighter .
AP AXG had many visits to heathrow running a all cargo service from approx 1989 upto 1999.
I hope to see quality of the model when it arrives at my home address.
AP AXG 707 340 B was the last all cargo operating aircraft for PIA and it was scrapped in approx 2002. This aircraft has also been leased out to british caladonian in early 1970s and returned back to PIA in approx 1973 and then it was in the mid 70's converted into a freighter .
AP AXG had many visits to heathrow running a all cargo service from approx 1989 upto 1999.
Michael Gault
Nov 17, 2018
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Paul Theobald
Dec 04, 2017
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