Dash-7 Trans Capital Airlines United Nations UN C-GVPP white aircraft skin tag +NEW ARRIVAL+
Dash-7 Trans Capital Airlines United Nations C-GVPP white aircraft skin tag
Limited Edition of 500 pieces (all colours)
These new Plane Chains are crafted from the fuselage of De Havilland Canada Dash 7 C-GVPP. Built in 1982, this four-engine STOL turboprop flew for Air Niugini, City Express, and later Trans Capital Air. On lease to the United Nations, C-GVPP carried aid workers and supplies into places like Ghana and Haiti—becoming a lifeline for communities in need.
A PORTION OF PROCEEDS FROM EACH TAG SOLD WILL BE DONATED TO RELIEF EFFORTS IN GAZA, CONGO, SUDAN & UKRAINE.
Each tag measures 3.6cm x 8.8cm and features the original paint, wear, and history of the aircraft—laser engraved with its details.
ABOUT THIS AIRCRAFT
The De Havilland Canada Dash 7 was a four-engine STOL turboprop built to master short and rugged runways. Introduced in the late 1970s, its quiet approach, heavy-lift ability, and unmatched performance made it indispensable for both commuter airlines and special missions. C-GVPP embodied this versatility—serving not only regional carriers, but also humanitarian efforts across the globe. More than just an airliner, she became a beacon of humanity, proving that compassion can reach even the most distant corners of the world.
Our Aircraft’s Story
C-GVPP was built in 1982 and began service with Air Niugini before returning to Canada in 1987 to fly for City Express. By the 1990s, she joined Trans Capital Air, where her most meaningful work came under lease to the United Nations. From Ghana to Haiti, C-GVPP flew humanitarian missions, carrying aid workers and supplies into places standing at the edge of hopelessness. After decades of service, she remains a lasting reminder of aviation’s role in compassion and relief.
Plane Chains
Produced by aviation enthusiasts for aviation enthusiasts and collectors, each of these items is a piece of Aviation History.
Throughout 2020, we watched some iconic aircraft like the 747 and A380 withdrawn from commercial service by numerous airlines. The future for many such aircraft is a sad one, after years of sitting in the desert sun before being scrapped and recycled into soda cans. Not exactly a fitting retirement for engineering marvels that safely transported hundreds of thousands, if not millions of passengers over their lifetimes.
These aircraft tags are individual pieces of aviation history, each supplied with durable aircraft grade cable loop for use as key chains. Each comes with a tasteful graphic cardboard backing with a brief type history, and details of the individual aircraft background, and aircraft specifications. Each is a numbered limited edition crafted from genuine aircraft skin, and has not been refinished in any way apart from laser etching of the artwork on the tag. Scratches, dents, corrosion and other imperfections may be present of the Plane Chain. These imperfections are what make Plane Chains special, They are a testament to the aircraft's past life as a real airplane.
Aircrew and flight attendants also love having these as souvenirs of aircraft they have operated in their careers, a great gift idea, for a lasting memory of something special .
Each is approximately 3.5 cm x 9 cm / 1.4” x 3.5” inches in size. The attached cardboard is 10 cm x 15 cm / 4 “ x 6” inches
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