CLOUDBASE from Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons (1967). Created by Gerry Amderson

Capyain Scarlet and the Mysterons followed the adventures of Spectrum, and their relentless fight to thwart the threats and attacks from the Mysterons.

Cloudbase was the giant flying base of operations under the command of Colonel White. 690 feet in length with three Angel Interceptor aircarft are on constant standby on the runway. The aircraft was capable of housing, launching and receiving all manner of aircraft incluidng the Spectrum Passenger Jet, Spectrum Helicopter and Magnacopter.

1/600th was the scale used by Airfix for their battleships and ocean liners, and in this scale Cloudbase would be 14” in length, with a wingspan of 9”. An impressive model. It would probably require a special display stand, similar to the model ship stands. The kit would come with tiny Angler Interceptors and a Passenger Jet approx 1” in lengh.

Designed by Derek Meddings

Special Visual Efecrts supervised by Derek Meddings