Shorts 360 CAAC (1989) Decal

Document one of the most unexpected operator combinations in turboprop history with this historically accurate decal set for the Short Brothers 360 in the CAAC 1989 livery.

That China's vast state airline CAAC operated the modest Short Brothers 360 on domestic routes in the late 1980s is one of the more surprising footnotes in Chinese aviation history. The Shorts 360 arrived in China as part of a broader effort to modernise and expand domestic air connectivity during the reform era, supplementing larger jets on thinner provincial routes that could not support full-size airliners. By 1989, CAAC was in the final years of its existence as a unified operator — within just a few years it would be broken up into the regional carriers that form the backbone of Chinese aviation today. The 1989 livery captures this transitional moment, with the no-frills red and white CAAC colour scheme applied to one of Belfast's most recognisable products.

The CAAC Shorts 360 is an exceptionally rare subject — virtually unknown outside specialist Chinese aviation circles — and one of the most historically intriguing pairings of aircraft and operator in the entire memodec catalogue.

What's included:

• Full livery decals for the Short Brothers 360 (CAAC 1989)
• Fuselage titles, airline markings, and registration numbers
• Available in multiple scales

Decal quality: Printed using high-resolution digital printing technology, delivering sharp edges, accurate colors, and excellent durability. White areas are fully opaque — safe for use on both light and dark painted surfaces.

Compatible model kits: Suitable for Short Brothers 360 variants from major manufacturers in the available scales.

Perfect for: Chinese aviation collectors, Cold War-era airline enthusiasts, and modelers seeking genuinely rare and unusual operator subjects.