It's November and that means Wings900 is about to celebrate it's 11th anniversary! In doing so we've spent nearly 8 months in planning coming up with a model that would be unique and also be something that a vast majority of collectors could enjoy. In doing so, we teamed up with John Boy & Billy Bob and are presenting an Airbus A320-200 in United Airlines "Battleship" Colors.

Last year, one of the main issues we had was things were rushed and we had an unstable checkout system through the Wings900 website. This year, to avoid the mad rush and confusion we have team up with the folks at www.airparadigm.com to use their checkout system to avoid any hassle and confusion. In addition, they are willing to combine any models from their stock to save on shipping! The direct link to order the models is listed below:

http://www.airparadigm.com/super_bus_united_a320_1400_pre-order_section.html

There are two versions of this model. The first model is part of the Wings900 Authentication Program and will not exceed 250 pieces. This is the first 1:400 model to use the Wings900 Model Authentication Program and is sure to be a collectable for many years to come and comes for the low price of 24.95.

http://www.airparadigm.com/super_bus_models_united_airlines_a320_1400.html

The second model is not part of the Wings900 Authentication Program and will only cost 23.95.

http://www.airparadigm.com/gemini_jets_united_airlines_airbus_a320-200_1400.html

Another great addition this year, is that last year quantities were restricted to 1 unit per person. We have increased the units to a higher yet still limited number so that this mainstream release can benefit both fleet builders and also that every that desires to own this model should be able to recieve one.

As another year comes to a close here on Wings900, we would like to thank you for your support over the years and hope for many more prosperous years to come! Models are scheduled to ship to be on your doorstep before the Christmas Holiday!

Wings900 is announcing its all new Model Authentication Program!

This program is designed to ensure that collectors are receiving authentic limited release models from manufacturers and retailers. There are many ways to forge limited release numbers on model ID cards, and boxes. With this program you can be confident that the model in your hands is authentic.

How does this work? - Wings900 will provide two holographic stickers to Manufacturers to include with any limited edition or special model release.

How do two labels with a serial number ensure authenticity? - Only the Wings900 database has the association between serial number and model. Each unique serial number is assigned a model number in the edition size. From this information there is no way that a model can be fraudulent in the collection as each model in the program has a unique serial number and only the Wings900 system can determine which models are authentic. Additionally a label from one model can not be affixed to another model of a different type; this will show up as a discrepancy when the user goes to authenticate the model. Manufacturers participating in this program contact Wings900 before a release and request labels. Wings900 records the set of serial numbers assigned and sends the associated labels to the manufacturer so that they can be affixed to the model.

What is the Certificate of Authenticity? - The certificate of authenticity gives you printed proof that your model is authentic. Additionally your large holographic sticker is attached to further authenticate and limit fraud.

What will the first model be under this program? - This will be announced on November 3rd, 2008

What models are included under this program? - The Authenticate Page will have a link to display a list of all models covered under this program.

What manufacturers have signed up? - Manufacturer Names will be released in November and December 2008.

Full details and Q&A at:  http://www.wings900.com/cms/articles/wings900/wings900-model-authentication-faq-for-collectors.html

Manufacturers and those selling special releases: To be a part of this program, please contact owners@wings900.com for details.

• Wings900 presented Herpa with a Gold Medal for their outstanding 1:500 scale Condor 757 Rizzi Bird. In case you haven't seen it or would like to get more information - you can check out Herpa's new HerpaTV report on the model and the real airplane here.


• Lollomz bought his first 1:200 scale model and showed off some of his creations
  
• CB Customs was at the show with a spectacular display of his custom models
• Herpa was there showing off some of the upcoming models and had a few samples on display as well. you can check some of them out here.
• Gert Rosias was the happy winner of our free model giveaway. He won a 1:200 scale Herpa Lufthansa A330!