March 2010 New Specialty Toys — Aircraft

This line of modern toy airplanes is compatible with most wooden train systems and is proudly made in the USA with FDA-compliant materials that are PVC, BPA, lead and phthalate free. Parents can visit the Little Sky Riders website to experience how these planes can help teach children the alphabet. "Little Sky Riders' personalities set them apart from all other toy airplanes on the market. Add in that they are made in the USA and have an online educational component and you have a modern classic," Daniel Monahan, President, DANO2, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 4, 2010. Watch Little Sky Riders: Top-5 Video, Toy Fair 2010

The Super Looper, using solely the power of aerodynamics and no electronics whatsoever, gives kids hours of non-stop playing. Just take the Super Looper, throw it, and watch it fly back into your hands.

Let your kids be the envy of all their friends with their very own nübyplane™ US Airways Back Pack. This beautifully tailored back pack features 2 storage compartments with a secret mini storage pouch, cool see through windows, adjustable shoulder straps, logo embroidery, and airline zipper pulls. Available in US Airways, jetBlue, and WestJet markings. Upcoming designs include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Continental, AirTran, and Southwest markings. Constructed of durable material with mesh backing, the backpack features two storage compartments wtih soft zipper tags, adjustable shoulder straps, and is 15" tall.

This highly realistic Seatbelt Buckle Key Chain mimics an actual aircraft seatbelt at half the size. Enjoy endless satisfaction releasing the upper lever and listen for that satisfying “click” when closing the buckle. Rest easy knowing that your keys are safely stowed and ready for "take-off". Available in AirTran, jetBlue, and US Airways markings. Coming soon: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Continental, and Southwest markings.

Take your computer to a new altitude with this ergonomically designed airplane wireless mouse. Simply insert the remote receiver into your USB port and you’re ready to take-off! Requires 2 AAA batteries (not included).  Available in AirTran, jetBlue, and US Airways markings. Coming soon: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Continental, and Southwest markings.

Kids of all ages won’t be tired with this multi-cultural crew of characters keeping them busy having fun both on and off the plane. Box includes a full deck of playing cards that cleverly replaces the usual face cards (Ace, King, Queen, Jack, and Joker) with various nübyplane™ cartoon flight crew members. Cards measure a comfortable 2 1/8’ x 3’ and come in a reusable box.

Make sure your loved ones are always on time with this special analog watch. It features a shiny airplane-shaped casing with a cool beveled glass top, and a beautiful print of the friendly SIA nüby the Plane™ on the watch face and band. One-year warranty. Watch face dimensions: 30.5 x 19mm. Launch Date: June 2010

"Give your pen a flight upgrade!" Pen your next letter or memo in style with the PlanePerClip™ Pen. Sleek and aerodynamic, with a "Clip of Class", an ingenious advancement of the PlanePerClip™ line of products. This pen will boldly appear as no simple writing instrument has appeared before. It will start working for you even before it leaves your pocket or purse, and is sure to start a conversation before any writing begins. Available in various body styles and finishes. Available Colors: Tango Red, Sierra Orange, Bravo Blue, Foxtrot Green, Zulu Black, and Carbon fiber.

This detailed, 1/200 scale, die cast Hobby Master model of the Lockheed L-188 Electra — which, introduced in 1958, was the first turboprop airliner produced in the United States — features rotating propellers, separately applied plastic detail parts, optional position landing gear, an American Airlines livery with "Flagship Los Angeles" markings, and more. Measures 6½" long with a 6" wingspan and includes a display stand. Launch date: February 2010.

Replicating the A-1H Skyraider flown by Lt. (JG) William "Tom" Patton of the VA-176 "Thunderbolts" when he downed a MiG-17 jet fighter during a RESCAP mission over North Vietnam on October 9, 1966, this 1/72 scale, die cast model features engraved panel lines; a detailed cockpit with an optional position canopy and a removable pilot figure; a rotating propeller; removable wing-mounted armament; optional position landing gear; and the unit's colorful "Stinging Bee" tail art. 8¼" wingspan; includes a display stand. Launch date: February 2010.

This solidly constructed wooden plane can serve as a push toy for small children, if the peg people are removed. Put them back in and older kids have a great pretend play vehicle to fly around the house. It's made of hardwood in Poland and measures 4¼" tall x 11" wide.