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models. Some model kits included Lodela original Mexican markings. Particularly known for, but not limited to, 1:144 scale commercial airplane models, Lodela produced airplane models for many

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airline companies, including

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, Aeroméxico, Mexicana, and others. It also produced model kits for

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, Eastern,

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and other non-Latin airlines.They were also known for their popular 1/72 scale warbirds models from WW-II (and a few WW-I). At one time during the late 1980s, Lodela also had an advertising contract with American soda brand Orange Crush, releasing some car models with the soda's logo on their model boxes.

Litigation problems

From 2004 to 2012, Lodela was sued on Mexican court by Banco Nacional de Mexico.

References

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