Airflow Pedal Planes and The Inspiration Behind Them

Pedal Planes by Airflow Collectibles are relished by both the young and the old. Kids will take off in great style when they are in one of these show-stopping airplanes. Imaginations will soar to new heights while motor skills are further developed. When they are seated in the cockpit of these spectacular planes, children can be Charles Lindbergh, Amelia Earheart, anyone they want to be.

Parents love pedal planes as they are reminiscent of the good old days when times were much simpler, back when kids actually spent their days outside playing. Many grandparents can remember the actual, real planes that some of Airflow's planes are modeled after and have some amazing memories and stories to share.

Silver Pursuit Pedal Plane

Pursuit Planes were high-speed fighter planes created before World War II to pursue and attack enemy aircraft. And it is the U.S. Pursuit Plane that inspired Airflow when designing the Silver Pursuit pedal plane.

The Airflow Silver Pursuit Pedal Plane is completely crafted of steel and features:

• High Traction Rubber Tires
• Non Slip Pedals
• Red Seat that is Padded and Snapped
• Propeller moves when you pedal
• All metal construction
• Exhaust Ports
• Custom Graphics
• Automotive Powder Coat lead-free paint in Silver

Sky King Pedal Plane

"Sky King" was an American radio and television adventure series in the 1940's and 1950's. The main character of the show was named "Sky" King. It is believed that the show was based on a real-life person, Jack Cones, the Flying Constable of Twentynine Palms during the 1930s. Using his plane, "Sky King" would catch criminals and rescue lost hikers.

The Airflow Sky King Pedal Plane is red, with a white seat and it's features include:

• High Traction Rubber Tires
• Non Slip Pedals
• Padded and Snapped Seat
• Propeller moves when you pedal
• All metal construction
• Exhaust Ports
• Custom Graphics
• Automotive Powder Coat lead-free paint

Shark Attack Pedal Plane

The P-40 fighter/bomber aircraft of the 1930's and 40's was famous for its "shark's mouth" painted on the nose of the aircraft. The P-40 was one of the tightest-turning monoplane fighters of World War II.

Airflow fashioned their Shark Attack Pedal Plane with wild looking shark-teeth decals, resembling the P-40. Little ones will scare any adversary away in this BAD looking plane! Completely made of steel, the Shark Attack Plane also features:

• High Traction Rubber Tires
• Non Slip Pedals
• Padded and Snapped Seat in Red
• Propeller moves when you pedal
• All metal construction
• Exhaust Ports
• Custom Graphics
• Automotive Powder Coat lead-free paint

Fantasy Flyer Pedal Plane

With the Fantasy Flyer pedal plane, girls get to have all the fun! Beautifully crafted, the Fantasy Flyer is perfect for the little princess in your life! This dazzling plane's attributes include:

• High Traction Rubber Tires
• Non Slip Pedals
• Padded and Snapped Seat in White
• Propeller moves when you pedal
• All metal construction
• Exhaust Ports
• Custom Graphics
• Automotive Powder Coat lead-free paint in the prettiest Pink

Sport Racer Pedal Plane

Everyone will see this stunning pedal plane coming from afar and it's pilot will be the envy of the neighborhood!

Airflow's Sport Racer Pedal Plane boasts a gorgeous red coat with cream accents, racing graphics, custom decals, wheel pants, and front engine cowling. The Sport Racer's attributes include:

• High Traction Rubber Tires
• Non Slip Pedals
• Custom Padded and Snapped Seat
• Propeller moves when you pedal
• Custom wheel pants
• All metal construction
• Exhaust Ports
• Custom Graphics
• Automotive Powder Coat lead-free paint

Corsair Pedal Plane

Airflow's Corsair Pedal Plane is modeled after the legendary Corsair F4U of World War II. Also known as the bent wing wonder, or hose nose, and "whistling death" to the Japanese, the Corsair is one of the most successful fighter planes that has ever been made.

Corsairs were flown in combat by the U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy, Royal Navy and New Zealand Air Force. The first American fighter planes to harbor a 2,000 horsepower engine, Corsair planes were the first to exceed 400 miles per hour.

The Corsair Pedal Plane offers:

• High Traction Rubber Tires
• Non Slip Pedals
• Padded and Snapped Seat
• Propeller moves when you pedal
• All metal construction
• Custom Graphics
• Automotive Powder Coat lead-free paint in brilliant blue with checkered trim and bright yellow nose

Red Baron Pedal Plane

Airflow specially designed their Red Baron Airplane after the legendary German fighter pilot Manfred von Richthofen. He is known to this day as the "Ace of Aces" of the First World War. In 1917, Richthofen painted parts of his airplane red, in order for his allies on the ground to recognize and not shoot at him. This earned him the nickname of the "Red Baron." Richthofen flew biplanes for most of his career, which were only painted partially red. However, it is the Dr.1 triplane, that was painted red from cowl to tail, that most think of when referring to the Red Baron.

The Red Baron made history from all his victories during World War I. And now, your children too, can make history in the two-winged Red Baron pedal plane by Airflow.

The Red Baron plane features:

• High Traction Rubber Tires
• Non Slip Pedals
• Padded and Snapped Seat
• Propeller moves when you pedal
• Custom wheel pants
• All metal construction
• Two wings
• Exhaust Ports
• Custom Graphics
• Automotive Powder Coat lead-free paint in Red

All Airflow Pedal Planes are recommended for boys and girls age 3-6 and are Toy Safety Tested and Approved for the USA.

You can find the entire line of Airflow products, along with over a thousand other children's items, at great prices, at A Kid Place. Choose from a vast selection of children's furniture, train tables, pretend play toys, and more, with free shipping on qualified items.

Airflow Pedal Trains Put Kids in the Conductor’s Seat

Most children are fascinated with trains. The thrill of how fast they go, the exciting sound of the train's whistle, those big wheels going round and round. And of course, let's not forget Thomas the Tank Engine, who has shared many of his fun railway escapades, further sparking children's interest in trains. This fascination is shared by boys and girls alike. And now, all kids can be the conductor of their very own train with these awesome pedal trains by Airflow:

Thomas the Tank Engine Pedal Train

The Airflow Thomas the Tank Engine Pedal Train makes it possible for children to live the fantasy of Thomas. Just imagine the adventures they'll have in this realistic representation of everyone's #1 favorite, true-blue engine!

Built to last, this top-notch ride-on toy is made from heavy gauge steel and features:

· Three position adjustable pedal assembly
· Sealed ball bearing drive
· All metal construction
· Lead-free rust and chip resistant powder coat finish
· Padded seat for a nice, comfortable ride
· High traction tires

In no time at all, Airflow's Thomas the Tank Engine pedal train is sure to become many children's' new best friend as they pretend and grow together. They will then, in return, most likely pass Thomas down to their own kids one day!

Bumble Bee Pedal Train

All aboard! Super-cute, the Bumble Bee Pedal Train is yellow and black, just like a real bumble bee. Little train conductors will have a blast buzzing around in this fine pedal train.

Features include:

· Three position adjustable pedal assembly
· Sealed ball bearing drive
· All steel construction
· Lead-free powder coat paint in yellow and black
· Headlight that really goes on
· Bell that rings so everyone knows you're approaching
· Authentic steel cattle guard
· High traction non slip tires
· Three position adjustable pedals
· Comfy padded seat

Lil’ Red Pedal Train

Choo-Choo! Pint-sized engineers will have the time of their lives as they ride the rails of their imagination in this great-looking train car.

Features include:

· Three position adjustable pedal assembly
· Sealed ball bearing drive
· All steel construction
· Lead-free powder coat paint in red and black
· Headlight that actually does go on
· Ringing bell to alert everyone that the train is coming
· Authentic steel cattle guard
· High traction non slip tires
· Three position adjustable pedals
· Comfortable padded seat

Airflow pedal trains are recommended for kids age 3-6. Children will never forget the adventures they have as they exercise their imaginations, as well as their bodies, in these wonderful trains.

Where to find Airflow Pedal Trains

You can find the full range of Airflow Pedal Vehicles, including their retro tricycles, at A Kid Place, at the lowest possible prices authorized by Airflow, and also enjoy free shipping.

Airflow Pedal Cars Will Create a Lifetime of Memories for Children

I remember when I was a child, spending my weekends and summers outside playing all day, only coming in for lunch and dinner (and only because I had to) before running right back out again. Bike-riding, jump-roping, hop-scotch, roller-skating, hide-and-go-seek, running. Oh how I hated rainy days, having to stay inside, singing "Rain, Rain, Go Away." We didn't have the plethora of tv channels that are available now or DVD's and all the other electronic gadgets of today.

Sadly, many kids these days hardly go outside at all and spend the majority of their free time camped out on the couch watching tv or playing video games. However, if they have a really cool set of wheels, they will be up and off that couch in no time at all. The memories of fun-filled days spent pedaling away, in the good old outdoors, will last a lifetime.

When it comes to shopping for a pedal vehicle, the amount of choices can be overwhelming. Airflow pedal cars are the best that money can buy. No other pedal vehicle matches the quality as those designed by Airflow Collectibles. Airflow constructs their pedal cars to stand the test of time and create many fond childhood memories as they are passed down to children from generation to generation.

The following pedal cars by Airflow will absolutely delight children as well as parents and grandparents:

Pretty Pink Princess Pedal Car

Little girls will feel like movie stars in the Pink Princess Pedal Car. Reminiscent of the 1920's and 1930's, this beautiful, old-fashioned style car features:

• All-metal construction
• Working steering wheel in Chrome
• Windshield
• Headlights and headlight shrouds
• Grille
• Hand crank
• Running boards
• Solid rubber tires with pink rims and silver hubcaps
• Faux collapsible roof-top
• Spare wheel on back of car
• Fabulous Lead-Free powder coat paint in pink

Red Hot Rodder Pedal Car

Any child will get noticed and admired when they go cruising, with the wind in their hair, in this Hot Rod Pedal Car! This great-looking car features:

• All-metal construction
• Working steering wheel in Chrome
• Windshield
• Headlights and headlight shrouds
• Grille
• Hand crank
• Running boards
• Solid rubber tires with red rims and silver hubcaps
• Faux collapsible roof-top
• Spare wheel on back of car
• Shiny red, powder coat finish that is lead-free, scratch-resistant and rust-resistant

Brum Pedal Car

"Brum" is based on the British television show for kids about the adventures of a car named "Brum". In every episode, "Brum" would sneak out and go to the "Big Town", where he would have all sorts of adventures. With Airflow's "Brum" pedal car, your child, too, can conjure up all kinds of adventures as they explore their own big town! Delightfully cute, Brum's features include:

• All-metal construction
• Black metal steering wheel that really turns
• Windshield
• Headlights designed to look like eyes and headlight shrouds
• Hand crank
• Vanity plates that read "BRUM"
• Horn that works
• Running boards
• Solid rubber tires with orange-red rims and bronze hubcaps
• Faux collapsible roof-top
• Spare wheel on back of car
• Lead-free, scratch-resistant and rust-resistant powder coat paint in yellow

Fire Engine Pedal Car

Heroic firefighters will save the day in Airflow's vintage-style Fire Engine Pedal Car! With great attention to detail, this shiny, red fire engine features:

• All-metal construction
• Black metal steering wheel that really turns
• Windshield
• Working bell
• Headlights and headlight shrouds
• Hand crank
• Ladder racks
• Detachable wooden ladders
• Running boards
• Solid rubber tires with red rims and bronze hubcaps
• Lead-free, scratch-resistant and rust-resistant powder coat paint in shiny red

Pink Speedster Pedal Car

Vroooommm!!! Sporty, stylish and ultra-cool, the Pink Speedster will be the thrill of a lifetime for girls. This fabulous pedal car will go as fast as little girls legs will allow. The Pink Speedster's features include:

• All-metal construction
• White padded seat for ultimate comfort
• Three position adjustable pedal assembly
• Black metal steering wheel that really turns
• Windshield
• Headlights
• High traction duralast tires
• Spare wheel on back of car
• Lead-free, scratch-resistant and rust-resistant Powder Coat Paint in pink

Who says only boys can be race-car drivers?!

Where to find

You can find these great pedal cars at www.akidplace.com at fantastic prices with free shipping.

Kidkraft Outdoor Furniture, Playhouses and Sandboxes Are All You Need for Summertime Fun

Children will take pleasure in the great outdoors more than ever with Kidkraft outdoor furniture and toys.

Kidkraft's picnic table and chair sets make the ideal spot for summer-time arts and crafts and barbeques, while their Adirondack chairs provide the perfect spot for children to sit back and unwind.

Kidkraft's Outdoor Playhouses make the perfect "home away from home" for children where they can learn about the world in their very own environment.

With Kidkraft sandboxes, there's no need to pack the car and lug all your beach gear and the kids to the beach. You can bring the fun of digging in the sand and building sand castles right into your own backyard.

Outdoor Table and Chair Sets with Umbrellas

The following table and chairs sets are built to last with weather-resistant wood. The included umbrellas not only look great, they enable children to reap all the benefits of being outside, without the dangers of the sun's harmful rays (children should still always wear sunscreen when outdoors).

These terrific sets can be used all-year-round; just bring them inside when the seasons change. Unless of course, you're fortunate enough to live where it's gorgeous outside throughout the year.

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Kidkraft Table & Stacking Chairs with Striped Umbrella

Kidkraft Octagon Table with 4 Stools and Multi Striped Umbrella

Kidkraft Table & Benches with Blue Umbrella

Kidkraft Adirondack Chairs

Kids love having their own furniture and having an outdoor chair of their very own will make them feel extra special. The curved seat, high back and wide armrests make the Kidkraft Adirondack chair the best chair for children to kick back and relax in. Made of Sanmu Wood, with lead-free and non-toxic paints and finishes, they come in White, Honey, Hunter Green and Bubblegum Pink.

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Kidkraft Outdoor Playhouses

It's a secret clubhouse, a cabin in the woods, a firehouse, a schoolhouse, a movie theater, a puppet theatre, a store, a house like Mom and Dad's, a restaurant, Kidkraft playhouses are anything kids want them to be. The possibilities are as endless as children's imaginations are.

As durable as they are fun, Kidkraft playhouses can weather any storm. Not even the big bad wolf can blow them down!

Kidkraft Outdoor Cottage Playhouse

Made of weather-resistant wood, the Kidkraft Outdoor Cottage Playhouse resembles a log cabin in the woods. The chalkboard above the door makes the playhouse easy and fun to personalize. The windows open and close, allowing kids to let the fresh air pour in on nice days. Other fun features include a mailbox with flag on the outside of the house, and the inside of the house has a corner sink and red curtains in the back window - perfect for puppet shows!

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Kidkraft Activity Playhouse

Created with lasting value in mind, the Kidkraft Activity Playhouse is built from wooden panels that prevent warping and weathering, with water-resistant roof panels that are designed to resist water.

This awesome playhouse has plenty for kids to do - a basketball hoop, plastic bins for sand and water play, curtains in the side window for puppet shows, grill for some great summer barbecues and patio area with bench to sit back and relax on.

Kidkraft Sandboxes

Playing in the sand helps develop fine and large motor skills in children, stimulates imagination, encourages cooperative play and has a calming effect on little ones. Kids, of course, aren't concerned with all the developmental benefits of sand play, all's they need to know is how much fun they are having and how good the sand feels when they are building sand castles, digging for treasure and "writing" in the sand.

The following sandboxes by Kidkraft provide the perfect place for kids to live out their adventures in sand play:

Kidkraft 4 x 4 Outdoor Sandbox

The Kidkraft 4 x 4 outdoor sandbox is made of weather-resistant sanmu wood with reinforced wooden panels to prevent warping and weathering. The blue and white striped canopy that comes with the sandbox is not only adorable, it also serves to shield kids from the sun's harmful rays. Stormy weather? No problem, the included mesh cover will keep the sand protected.

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Kidkraft Backyard Sandbox

The Kidkraft Backyard Sandbox is constructed of Sanmu wood with reinforced wooden panels to prevent warping and weathering. With four built-in corner seats and plenty of room for multiple children to play, this sandbox will be the main source of entertainment on play-dates. When not in use, simply cover the sandbox with the included mesh cover to release moisture and keep animals out.

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Kidkraft Pirate Sandboat

The Kidkraft Pirate Sandboat is durably constructed of wood with fun pirate-related graphics. This totally cool sand box is sized to accommodate multiple children, has a bright blue canopy that will help protect them from the sun, a pirate flag, a steering wheel, as well as a place for the captain and assistant to sit as he or she steers the ship over rough waters, and comes with a mesh cover.

When their voyage is complete, little buccaneers can stow away their buckets and treasures in the boat's two storage compartments.

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Where to find Kidkraft Outdoor Furniture, Playhouses and Sandboxes

You can find these great items at the best prices around at A Kid Place. Visit www.akidplace.com and view the full line of Kidkraft furniture and toys, including toddler beds, step stools, toy boxes and more, along with everything else you need for your growing child.