The Dewoitine D.520 was a French fighter aircraft that entered service in early 1940, shortly after the beginning of the Second World War.  The D.520 was designed in response to a 1936 requirement from the French Air Force for a fast, modern fighter with a good climbing speed and an armament centred on a 20 mm cannon.  Unlike the Morane-Saulnier which was at that time the most numerous fighter in the French Air Force, the Dewoitine D.520 came close to being a match for the latest German types, such as the Messerschmitt Bf 109. It was slower than the Bf 109E but superior in agility. Due to production delays, only a small number were available for combat against the Luftwaffe. The D.520 proved to be relatively capable as a dogfighter against the Luftwaffe’s inventory, but lacked sufficient numbers to make a difference before the end of WWII.Seagull Models introduces the New Updated Dewoitine D.520 71″ Wingspan ARF, a scale replica of the fighter trainer used by the French Air Force (Armée de l’Air) during the Battle of France in World War II. Construction is of light ply and balsa build by expert craftsmen. The top-quality balsa/ply construction is covered in iron on film for easy repairs. The factory-painted canopy adds just the right amount of realism without being a real hassle to install. All the hardware needed to finish assembly is included. Servoless Electric retracts with functional oleos are available and add to the level of realism. Featuring an accurate outline for terrific scale looks, it’s a great option for intermediate to advanced pilots.