GeminiJets

GeminiJets is a brand of model airplane specializing in 1:400 and 1:200 scales. The brand was created by Airliners Distributing, Inc., which was founded in December of 1998 by Elliott Epstein. The company is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Gemini's first models were a set of 4 Boeing 747-400s, other models produced are aircraft produced by Boeing, Airbus, McDonnell Douglas, and Embraer.


GeminiJets 1:400 Virgin Atlantic A340-600

History

In 1996, Elliot Epstein formed an agreement with a factory in order to prepare for production of diecast model aircraft. GeminiJets began initial production in 1998 and delivered their first model, a Boeing 747-400, in January of 1999.[1]

In February 2020, due to COVID-19 lockdowns in China, GeminiJets temporarily halted production of diecast models.[2]

Product Lines
  • GeminiJets 1:400 – Commercial aircraft and accessories at 1/400 scale
  • GeminiMACS 1:400 – Military transport aircraft.
  • Gemini Select 1:400 – Select commercial aircraft produced in lower quantities. This line has been discontinued.
  • Gemini250 – Commercial aircraft in 1:250 scale. The only line GeminiJets produced with retractable landing gear. This line has been discontinued.
  • Gemini200 – Commercial and military aircraft and accessories at 1:200 scale.
  • GeminiKitz - Diecast snap-fit model kits of commercial airliners. This line has been discontinued
  • GeminiACES 1:72 – World War II to present day military aircraft. This line has been discontinued.
  • Gemini Plastics Premiere - Commercial aircraft manufactured from plastic. This line has been discontinued.
  • Gemini General Aviation 1:72 - General aviation aircraft. as of January 2023 the only planes made is the Cessna 172, and Piper J-3 Cub.
  • Gemini Airport - Airport terminals, airport equipment and mats for 1:400 aircraft.

References
  1. Magazine, Model Airliner. "Twenty Years…And Still Flying Strong: An Interview With GeminiJets". Retrieved 2023-02-02.
  2. "Coronavirus halts production for Las Vegas-based Gemini Jets, collectible model airplane company". KLAS. 2020-02-18. Retrieved 2023-02-02.
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