Name: Conroy Skymonster CL44 - N447FT
Brand: Aviationtag
SKU: N447FT-Blue
Price: 47.95 EUR
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Conroy Skymonster CL44 Guppy Aviationtag Edition Silver - Aircraft tag Back side close up

Photo of overpainted Conroy Skymonster CL44 Guppy - Aviationtag Edition N447FT

Conroy Skymonster CL44 Guppy Aviationtag Edition in Museum before it was overpainted

Conroy Skymonster CL44 Guppy Aviationtag Edition - Aircraft in earlier days with cargo department open

Conroy Skymonster CL44 Guppy Aviationtag Edition Silver - Aircraft during teardown

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Conroy Skymonster CL44 - N447FT

47,95 €

Own a Piece of the Skymonster – Aviationtag Edition!

This limited release is crafted from the fuselage of the one-and-only Conroy Skymonster (Canadair CL-44-O “Guppy”). Built in 1961 as CL-44D4 N447T, the aircraft spent eight years in international cargo service before Jack Conroy transformed it into the Skymonster in 1969.

We salvaged original fuselage material just before teardown and upcycled it in Cologne into collectible aircraft tags. The edition currently comes in either silver or blue, directly cut from the Skymonster’s skin. Scratches, paint chips, and irregularities as shown in the photos are part of the story – authentic marks of its 50+ years in service.

The conversion itself was extraordinary: the CL-44’s fuselage was split and expanded into a massive bulbous “bubble,” creating a cargo hold so oversized it could carry loads no other aircraft could – a transformation attempted only once in aviation history.

We’ve already celebrated the Super Guppy F-BTGV in a past Aviationtag edition. Now the Skymonster joins the family: two giants of the Guppy lineage, both reborn as Aviationtags for collectors worldwide.

Dimensions: 35x88mm / 10x15cm with Cardboard

HS Code: 7616.99.00, Keychain

Note: Each Aviationtag in this edition is a true one-of-a-kind. The tags differ depending on their position on the aircraft in color shade, surface texture, feel, and material thickness. Small scratches, irregularities, or signs of wear reflect the decades of service of the Canadair CL-44D4 N447T, which was transformed by Jack Conroy in 1969 into the unique Skymonster. As the aircraft was repainted during its museum years, this edition reveals either the exposed silver surfaces of the original fuselage or striking blue sections from its HeavyLift livery.

The Skymonster was dismantled in 2024 at Bournemouth. To preserve the original structure, we carefully segmented the fuselage and brought it to Cologne. Please note: The black engraving may wear off over time if subjected to use. For use as a keychain or luggage tag, we therefore strongly recommend the Aviationtag Cover to protect both the surface and the engraving.

Conroy Skymonster: The Skymonster was a spectacular conversion of a Canadair CL-44 with a massively enlarged upper fuselage. It was purpose-built to transport outsized loads such as Rolls-Royce RB.211 engines for the Lockheed L-1011 TriStar program. Its first flight took place in 1969 – and it has remained the only example ever built. With its distinctive “bubble” shape, it is considered one of the most extraordinary freighters in aviation history.

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We ship to most countries worldwide, with only a few exceptions. For most destinations, we offer standard shipping with DHL – our Economy Class – as well as express shipping with DHL Express – our First Class. The exact shipping costs depend on the destination country, shipping method and weight of your order and will be calculated for your delivery address at checkout.

Delivery time depends on whether you choose standard shipping or express shipping. With DHL Express, your order usually reaches you worldwide within a few days. Standard shipping can take significantly longer depending on the destination country; for distant countries and due to customs processing in the destination country, delivery may take up to 6 weeks.

For orders to Germany, the EU, the United Kingdom and the USA, all fees are already covered with your order; there should be nothing extra to pay upon delivery. For all other countries, your home country may charge additional duties, taxes or fees upon import, which must be paid by you. These costs are set by the local authorities and are outside our control.

Yes, small dents, scratches, paint chips or other signs of use are possible. These marks do not come from production, but from the aircraft’s time in service, flying millions of miles and being exposed to weather, UV radiation and extreme conditions at high altitude. They are part of what makes every Aviationtag unique – a genuine piece of aviation history.

If you lose your Aviationtag, our Lost & Found Service can help: simply register it on our “Register” page using the serial number, aircraft registration and your contact details. For tags with a NoLongerLost QR code, scan the code on the back with your smartphone or enter the 8-digit code on nolongerlost.com to register your tag. If your Aviationtag is found, the finder can scan the code or report it to us, and we will do our best to help bring it back to you.