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Braniff International Airways Boeing 747SP Desk Model, Solid Orange Livery. ...
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Description
Braniff International Airways Boeing 747SP Desk Model, Solid Orange Livery. A rare presentation desk model of the Boeing 747SP (Special Performance), finished in Braniff International Airways' iconic solid orange livery, one of the bold single-color schemes introduced as part of the airline's revolutionary "End of the Plain Plane" branding program. The 747SP, shorter-bodied and long-range, represented a technologically advanced variant of the jumbo jet and briefly served as Braniff's flagship widebody. Produced by Bader Models, the acrylic model measures an overall 10" x 12" x 6.25" and accurately depicts the distinctive shortened fuselage of the 747SP, the classic upper-deck hump, four under-wing engines, and correct tailplane proportions. Fuselage markings include "Braniff International" titles and aircraft identification N603BN, with "BOEING 747SP" stenciled near the rear fuselage. Bader Models of Bahrain were a respected producer of high-quality airline desk models for Middle Eastern and international carriers during the late 20th century, often supplying corporate, VIP, and executive presentation pieces rather than retail items. A rarely seen example, very fine. Braniff International: The Models and Memorabilia of Braniff Airways “Where Travel Became Art"Auction Info
2026 March 21 Space Exploration Showcase Auction #33172 (go to Auction Home page)
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March
21st
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March
21st
Saturday
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22 Days
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(Lots 71001-71312) - 10:00 AM Central Time, Saturday, March 21, 2026.
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Heritage Auctions - Dallas
2801 W. Airport Freeway
Dallas, TX 75261
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