Gifts for Model Airplane Enthusiasts
Give their love of aviation a new project. Explore plastic airplane kits and intricate metal models at Best Buy Canada for gifts they can build and proudly display. Start with a favourite aircraft, then match the kit to their experience and available shelf space.
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Plastic Model Airplane Kits
TAMIYA Lockheed P-38 F/g Lightning #120 (61120) 1:48 Scale Airplane Plastic Model Kit
TAMIYA Mitsubishi A6M3/3A Zero Fighter (Zeke) #108 (61108) 1:48 Scale Airplane Plastic Model Kit
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 F/a-18F Super Hornet "top Gun" New
BANDAI Star Wars 1/72 Scale Model Kit: Y-Wing Starfighter
REVELL GERMANY Mistel V Ta154 & Fw190 (Retired) 1:48 Scale Airplane Plastic Model Kit
SASSI JUNIOR Build An Airplane 3D - The History Of Aviation
LIGHTSPEED Hobby Boss 1/72 F-15E Strike Eagle Strike Fighter
PM HANSEN Airfix Gloster Meteor Fr9 (1/48) Air09188 New
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 F-15D/dj Eagle
LIGHTSPEED Hobbyboss Raf Arrows Hawk T Mk.1/1A (1/48 Scale) In Red
HASEGAWA 1/72 Sv-51Γ Nora Type Aircraft Building Toy Plastic Model Kit - Macross Zero Airplane
![HASEGAWA Aircraft Building Toy Set [23] 1:72 Vf-11B Super Thunderbolt Macross Plus Airplane Model Kit](https://multimedia.bbycastatic.ca/multimedia/products/500x500/200/20003/20003419.jpeg "HASEGAWA Aircraft Building Toy Set [23] 1:72 Vf-11B Super Thunderbolt Macross Plus Airplane Model Kit")
HASEGAWA Aircraft Building Toy Set [23] 1:72 Vf-11B Super Thunderbolt Macross Plus Airplane Model Kit
HASEGAWA 1/72 Macross Frontier Vf-19Ef/a Isamu Special Fighter Aircraft Plastic Model Airplane Building Toy Model Kit Set
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 F9F-2 Panther
LIGHTSPEED Hobbyboss Russian Mig-31 Foxhound (1/48 Scale)
HASEGAWA Aircraft Building Toy 1:72 Vf-11B Thunderbolt Macross Plus Airplane Fighter Snap Fit Assembly Model Kit
BANDAI HOBBY Bandai Spirits Hg Macross 1/100 Scale Vf-22S Sturmvogel Ii Variable Fighter Kit Aircraft Building Toy Gift
LIGHTSPEED Miniart Ernst Udet – Wwi Flying Ace (1/16 Scale)
AOSHIMA Macross Frontier Vf-25F Messiah Rankalee Macross 40Thanniversary Model Kit Mc-10 Aircraft Building Model Toy
DARON Pan Am Single Plane
BATTLEFRONT Flames Of War German Ju 87 Stuka Flight (X2 Plastic) New
REVELL GERMANY Northrop Hawk Weapon System (00016) (Retired) 1/32 Scale Model Kit
REVELL GERMANY C-54D Skymaster 70Th Anniversary Berlin Airlift (03910) Limited Edition 1:72 Scale Airplane Plastic Model Kit
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa F6F-3/5 Hellcat – 1/72 Scale Wwii Fighter
PM HANSEN Airfix Mig 17F Fresco & Douglas A-4B Skyhawk Dogfight (1/72) New
PM HANSEN Airfix Air03091 Mikoyan-Gurevichmig-17F Fresco(1/72) New
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 F-15C Eagle "u. S. A. F. "
PM HANSEN Airfix Air04066 Messerschmitt Me410A-1/u2 & U4 (1/72) New
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 A-10C Thunderbolt Ii
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/48 T-4 "blue Impulse"
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 F-16N Fighting Falcon Top Gun
PM HANSEN Airfix Air03090 Messerschmittme262A-2A Sturmvogel(1/72) New
BANDAI Star Wars Perfect Grade 1/72 Scale Model Kit: Millennium Falcon (A New Hope) Perfect Grade (Pg)
HASEGAWA Ah-64D Apache Longbow "j.g.s.d.f." (J.g.s.d.f. Attack Helicopter) (07242) 1:48 Scale Helicopter Plastic Model Kit
HASEGAWA 1/72 Macross Plus Yf-19 Advanced Variable Fighter Model Kit Aircraft Plane Building Toy
HASEGAWA Aircraft Building Toy Set 1/72 Vf-0D Phoenix Macross Zero Plastic Airplane Model Kit
![BANDAI HOBBY Mecha Collection Dx Tryal Type Space Fighter Attack Craft Cosmo Pyton [2 Machine Set]](https://multimedia.bbycastatic.ca/multimedia/products/500x500/201/20116/20116221.webp "BANDAI HOBBY Mecha Collection Dx Tryal Type Space Fighter Attack Craft Cosmo Pyton [2 Machine Set]")
BANDAI HOBBY Mecha Collection Dx Tryal Type Space Fighter Attack Craft Cosmo Pyton [2 Machine Set]
![BANDAI HOBBY Mecha Collection Dx Type 1 Space Fighter Attack Craft Cosmo Tiger Ii (Double Seater/single Seater) [2 Machine Set]](https://multimedia.bbycastatic.ca/multimedia/products/500x500/201/20116/20116301.webp "BANDAI HOBBY Mecha Collection Dx Type 1 Space Fighter Attack Craft Cosmo Tiger Ii (Double Seater/single Seater) [2 Machine Set]")
BANDAI HOBBY Mecha Collection Dx Type 1 Space Fighter Attack Craft Cosmo Tiger Ii (Double Seater/single Seater) [2 Machine Set]
PM HANSEN Airfix Curtis P40 Air05130 (1/48) New
LIGHTSPEED Hobby Boss 1/48 Us B-24D Liberator
PM HANSEN Airfix Air06015A North American B-25 C D Mitchel (1/72) New
PM HANSEN Airfix Gloster Meteor F8 Korean War (1/48) Air09184 New
PM HANSEN Airfix Air05123A Folland Gnatt.1 (1/48) New
PM HANSEN Airfix Jet Provost T.3/t.3A Air02103 (1/72) New
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 N1K2-J George (Shidenkai)
LIGHTSPEED Hobby Boss Su-27 Flanker Early New
PM HANSEN Airfix Folland Gnat T.1 Air02105 (1/72) New
LIGHTSPEED Hobbyboss A-11B Trainer (1/72 Scale)
PM HANSEN Airfix Air06019 Mcdonnel Douglas Phantom Fg.1 Raf(1/72) New
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/32 Ju87G Stuka "kanonenvogel" St25 New
PM HANSEN Airfix Air02029B Messerschmitt Bf109G-6 (1/72) New
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 F-15Dj Eagle 'aggressor Tiger Scheme'
PLAMOD Bandai 1/72 Tie Interceptor
PLAMOD Bandai Star Wars 1/72 Tie Advanced X1 New
DARON Virgin Atlantic A350 Single Plane
Metal Airplane Model Kits
FASCINATIONS Metal Earth F-22 Raptor Airplane 3D Metal Model Kit
FASCINATIONS 9009079 Modl3D B17 Flyng Fortres
FASCINATIONS Premium Series P-38 Lightning 3D Metal Model Kit
METAL EARTH 9023316 Mustang Sweet Arlene
LIGHTSPEED Hasegawa 1/72 Us Aircraft Weapons Vii
PM HANSEN Airfix Air06102A Supermarine Seafire F Xvii (1/48) New
PM HANSEN Airfix Air06304 Usaaf Bomber Resupply Set (1/72) New
WARLORD GAMES Blood Skies German Junkers Ju 88C Squadron New In Red
FASCINATIONS Metal Earth Fokker Dr.i Triplane
FASCINATIONS Metal Earth Star Wars X-Wing
REALTOY Rt2324 Allegiant Airlines Single Plane
DARON Planes Boeing 777X Single Plane Rt7476 In White
AIRFIX Air India Vt-Dva 707-300 Airplane Miniature Model Metal Die-Cast 1500 Part#a015-If5707004
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FAQ
Start with the aircraft or era they enjoy, then check which models they already own. Match the kit's skill level, assembly method and finished dimensions to their experience and display space. A favourite aircraft in their preferred scale is a thoughtful choice for a birthday or holiday gift.
Scale describes a model's size relative to the real aircraft. For the same airplane, a 1:48 model is larger than a 1:72 model. A 1:72 kit can suit a smaller display area, while 1:48 offers a larger canvas for painting and detail work. Always check the finished dimensions, since aircraft sizes vary.
Contents vary by kit, so check the product listing before buying. Many plastic kits need model cement, paint and assembly tools purchased separately. Metal kits may use tabs and slots instead of glue, but small pliers or tweezers can still be needed. Pairing a kit with the supplies specified by its maker can help the recipient get started.
Some are, but small metal parts and precise folds can make assembly challenging. Look for the manufacturer's difficulty rating and age guidance rather than assuming a smaller model is easier. For a first build, choose a kit with straightforward instructions and fewer assembly steps.
The plastic and metal kits featured here are intended for building and display, not flight. If the recipient wants to fly an airplane, look for a purpose-built remote-control model and check its experience requirements and included equipment.
Confirm the aircraft, scale, age guidance, assembly requirements and box contents. Also review the seller, estimated delivery date and applicable return policy on the product listing, especially for Best Buy Marketplace items.
Some products may be subject to Environmental Handling Fees (EHF) depending on your province. Learn more about EHFs.