• Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Ilyushin IL-18 Commercial Aircraft "Deutsche Lufthansa" (DM-STA) White with Blue Stripes die cast model by Herpa.
• Brand new box.
• Detailed exterior.
• True-to-scale detail.
• Comes with a display stand.
• This model does not have any openings.
• Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
• Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
• Dimensions approximately L-7, Wingspan-7.25 inches.
• Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.

HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Ilyushin Il-18 was one of the most important Soviet-designed turboprop airliners of the Cold War era. Developed by the Ilyushin Design Bureau as a long-range passenger and transport aircraft, the Il-18 entered commercial service in the late 1950s and quickly became a familiar sight across Eastern Europe, the Soviet Union, and other countries aligned with the Eastern Bloc. Powered by four Ivchenko AI-20 turboprop engines, the aircraft offered a combination of range, reliability, and passenger capacity that made it particularly well suited to the developing airline networks of the period.
Il-18 registration DM-STA was operated by Deutsche Lufthansa of East Germany, the state airline established in the German Democratic Republic (GDR). The airline began operations in the early postwar period and became an important part of East Germany's international transportation network. Its aircraft connected East German cities with destinations across Eastern Europe and other countries within the socialist bloc. The arrival of the Il-18 represented a significant modernization of the airline's fleet, giving East Germany access to a capable long-range turboprop suitable for both domestic and international services.
The Il-18 became an important aircraft for East German civil aviation during the Cold War, operating on routes that linked the GDR with major cities throughout the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. The aircraft's robust design allowed it to operate reliably over long distances while carrying substantial passenger loads. As East Germany's international aviation network developed, Il-18s became closely associated with the country's national airline operations and the broader expansion of commercial air travel behind the Iron Curtain.
Deutsche Lufthansa of East Germany eventually ceased operations, and its role was taken over by Interflug, which became the principal state airline of the GDR. Many aircraft types, including Il-18s, continued to serve under the Interflug banner. The Il-18 remained an important part of East German aviation history until newer jet aircraft gradually replaced turboprop airliners on major routes. Today, aircraft such as DM-STA represent an important chapter in the history of commercial aviation during the divided Germany and Cold War eras.
This 1:200 scale model faithfully recreates Deutsche Lufthansa of East Germany Ilyushin Il-18 registration DM-STA, capturing the distinctive appearance of one of the most important airliners operated by the GDR. Featuring authentic period markings, detailed four-engine turboprop proportions, and the classic livery associated with early East German civil aviation, this replica is an excellent addition to any airline collection. Perfect for collectors of Cold War aircraft and historic European airliners, it makes an impressive display piece celebrating the pioneering era of turboprop passenger aviation.