Why FDM

For over 25 years Factory Direct Models has been creating successful business solutions and building models of all types for the world’s most accomplished aircraft manufacturers and industry professionals. Our absolute dedication and the relentless pursuit of perfection is what differentiates FDM from every other model maker. Our award winning customer service team and knowledgeable quality control team, comprised of former and current pilots, ensure that every model we ship not only meets our client’s expectations, but rather exceeds them. Simply said; Models for pilots built by pilots.

Hank Morrison, managing partner and our factory operations officer, is a former U.S. Navy Pilot, graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and was a Commercial Airline Pilot. While serving his country, Commander Morrison flew P-3’s for VP-17 out of NAS Barbers Point, Hawaii before being selected to be the UC-12 Station Pilot for NAS Cubi Point, Subic Bay Philippines. Hank an expatriate who has resided in the Philippines for nearly 30 years is recognized as an accomplished aviator and successful businessman with 26 years of experience in the model business. As our client, Hank is available to you via a toll free telephone call anytime despite the time difference. He would be happy to assist you in any way he can and answer any questions you may have while holding your model in his hand.

Our U.S. operations are managed by Mike Gibson managing partner of Factory Direct Models. Mike, a former pilot, brings 21 years of modeling expertise and aircraft knowledge to our clients.  He is widely recognized in the aviation community as a man of integrity and honesty. A graduate of Arizona State University and active member in the aviation community, Mike enjoys working with veterans and has a passion for collecting just about any military artifact he can find. Mike’s commitment to customer service is unprecedented in this industry and his love for the business shows every day as he interacts with fellow pilots and aviation enthusiasts worldwide offering advice, marketing solutions, and just good old fashioned pilot chatter.

You can be assured that our standard of excellence will not only meet your expectations, but rather exceed them. Factory Direct Models is completely transparent and offers you full access and visibility during the construction of your custom model. FDM is one of the very few model companies that truly is “Factory Direct”. Others make the claim, but ask them if you can call their factory toll free to speak about your model or special project with one of the companies managing partners.

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