{"product_id":"saab-340b-commercial-aircraft-westjet-c-goia-white-with-blue-stripes-and-tail-gemini-200-series-1-200-diecast-model-airplane-by-geminijets","title":"Saab 340B Commercial Aircraft \"WestJet\" (C-GOIA) White with Blue Stripes and Tail \"Gemini 200\" Series 1\/200 Diecast Model Airplane by GeminiJets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSaab 340B Commercial Aircraft \"WestJet\" (C-GOIA) White with Blue Stripes and Tail \"Gemini 200\" Series 1\/200 Diecast Model Airplane by GeminiJets\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Brand new 1\/200 scale diecast airplane model of Saab 340B Commercial\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Aircraft \"WestJet\" (C-GOIA) White with Blue Stripes and Tail \"Gemini 200\"\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Series die cast model by GeminiJets.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Brand new box.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Detailed exterior.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;True-to-scale detail.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Comes with a display stand.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This model does not have any openings.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Dimensions approximately L-4, Wingspan-4.25 inches.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt; \u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u0026gt;HISTORY ASPECTS:\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;The WestJet SF-340, registered as C-GOIA, played a crucial role during the early days of WestJet\u0026amp;rsquo;s history. WestJet, founded in 1996, initially aimed to serve smaller Canadian cities and was known for its innovative low-cost business model. The SF-340, or Saab 340, is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft designed for short-haul regional routes, offering versatility and reliability. The aircraft became an integral part of WestJet\u0026amp;rsquo;s regional expansion, enabling the airline to extend its service to more remote locations across Western Canada.\u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;The Saab 340\u0026amp;rsquo;s design, with its efficient fuel consumption and capacity to carry up to 34 passengers, made it an ideal choice for serving smaller airports with shorter runways. The aircraft helped WestJet establish a strong presence in regional markets, connecting major cities like Calgary and Vancouver with smaller communities. The use of the SF-340 allowed WestJet to maintain high frequencies on these routes while keeping operational costs low, helping the airline solidify its reputation for affordable air travel.\u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;Though WestJet eventually moved on to focus on larger jets for its expanding network, the Saab 340 and C-GOIA specifically remain an important part of the airline's early legacy. These regional flights laid the groundwork for WestJet's growth into one of Canada's largest airlines. Today, C-GOIA is remembered fondly as part of WestJet\u0026amp;rsquo;s early fleet, representing the airline\u0026amp;rsquo;s commitment to expanding air travel accessibility throughout Canada\u0026amp;rsquo;s vast regions.\u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;This 1:200 scale model, registration C-GOIA, is an excellent addition for collectors and aviation enthusiasts. It faithfully captures the aircraft's iconic design and distinctive WestJet livery from the early days of the airline's operations. 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