Sporty’s annual tradition of a crystal Christmas ornament continues this year, with the 2021 ornament featuring a Globe Swift.
The Globe Swift is a two-seat, retractable gear aircraft from the post-World War II era. With sleek lines, a low stance, and aggressive styling, the Swift has a great ramp presence, Sporty’s officials noted. Originally designed in 1940, the Swift didn’t receive its type certificate until 1946. More than 1,500 of the all-metal taildraggers were produced before production ceased in 1951.
The ornament includes a ribbon for hanging, along with an insert card describing the airplane. Boxed for gift giving, the ornament costs $24.95. It is available at Sportys.com or by calling 800-SPORTYS.
Are past ornaments still available? Is there a list of previous plane ornaments? I’d love to have an Ercoupe.