General Product Description

Our PlaneArts Boeing 720 Starship Led Zeppelin model exhibits unique, unrivaled quality and detailed design to come as close as possible to the accuracy of the actual plane. It comes as standard with a robust, durable base or stand which is available in a variety of different finishes designed to match your own personal requirements including solid wood, wood with polished metal supports or adjustable wood wall mount and will be ready within about 9-10 weeks from placement of order.

The Boeing 720 Starship Led Zeppelin model is made of the finest kiln dried renewable mahogany wood (commonly known as Lauan or Meranti) which has undergone many stages of carving and meticulous and careful sanding giving the beautiful finished museum quality masterpiece. Many collectors and model connoisseurs demonstrate their preference for genuine handmade and hand painted mahogany wood models rather than plastic or die cast (diecast) alternatives due to the overall look and totally different feel of the item - we trust you will find the same. We can, however, if required produce the same model in Solid Cast Resin so just click and contact us us for further information. Our craftsmen and gifted artisans ensure that our finely handcrafted model airplanes match the precise blueprint details of the original aircraft. The paint scheme, markings and parts are closely matched, reflecting the original aircraft. This stylish top-quality desktop replica model will surely enthrall anyone who receives this as a gift and for sure one of the most appropriate and desirably collectable gifts for any aviation enthusiast and avid aircraft collector whilst also displaying a perfect resemblance to the actual aircraft.

If you require we can also make the Boeing 720 Starship Led Zeppelin model in any other airline, private livery or colour scheme you require and if necessary in a different size or scale. Just click here to contact us with a description or photographs of what you require, and we will let you have a quotation for the necessary customization by return email. We can also make bespoke scale replicas of any other private / civil commercial airliner or airliners, helicopter, glider, gliders with engines, military jet, warplane jets, propeller warplanes, biplane, triplane, tail fin, spacecraft, rocket or NASA model you require in any airline, military or civilian livery or colors. We also produce model airships, blimp, dirigible, blimps, boat and ship collectibles. Wall plaque or seal for military, government or private customers. Again, by clicking here to contact us just let us know exactly what you need.

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Boeing 720 Starship: The Rock and Roll Legend of Led Zeppelin

In the annals of rock history, few artifacts symbolize the excess, innovation, and boundary-pushing nature of the 1970s music scene like Led Zeppelin’s Boeing 720, affectionately known as the “Starship.” Customized to the hilt to cater to the needs and whims of one of the most influential rock bands of all time, this airborne palace represented not just a mode of transport but an emblem of the era’s rock and roll extravagance.

A Flying Palace for Rock Royalty

The Boeing 720 Starship was originally built in 1960, but it wasn’t until the early 1970s that the aircraft was transformed into a flying luxury lounge to meet the unique demands of touring rock bands, with Led Zeppelin being its most famous patron. The band first leased the Starship during their 1973 North American tour, making an indelible mark on rock history.

Luxurious Amenities:

The Starship’s interior was a far cry from the commercial airliners of its day. It boasted a main cabin configured with plush, armchair-style seating, a bar complete with a built-in electric organ, a separate lounge, and even a fireplace (albeit electric to comply with safety standards). Bedrooms were available for rest between shows, complete with full-size beds instead of the usual cramped airline seats.

One of the most talked-about features was the video system, which was a novelty at the time. It included a built-in RCA video tape player and a closed-circuit television system that allowed passengers to watch movies or live feeds from cameras mounted outside the plane. This feature ensured that the band and their entourage could entertain themselves with the latest films or simply enjoy the view from the air, a luxury previously unheard of in commercial or private aviation.

A Design for the Stars:

Externally, the Starship was as much a statement as its interior, painted in a distinctive livery that set it apart from any other aircraft in the sky. Its design screamed rock and roll, with Led Zeppelin’s iconic symbols emblazoned on the fuselage, making the plane instantly recognizable to fans and onlookers wherever it landed.

The Legacy Lives On:

While the Starship’s years of service were relatively short-lived, retiring from the skies in the late 1970s, its legacy endures. It symbolizes an era when rock bands were akin to royalty, and their modes of transportation reflected their status in the cultural zeitgeist. The Starship was more than just a private jet; it was a mobile monument to the pinnacle of Led Zeppelin’s career and the extravagant lifestyle that came with rock stardom in the 1970s.

In retrospect, the Boeing 720 Starship was a harbinger of the future of luxury air travel, pushing the boundaries of what was possible and what could be expected in terms of comfort and entertainment on board. Its story is a fascinating chapter not only in the history of rock and roll but in the evolution of aviation as well. For Led Zeppelin and the lucky few who traveled aboard the Starship, it represented the ultimate in luxury, convenience, and rock and roll excess, a tangible symbol of the band’s lofty status in the music world and beyond.

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