BK0203 NIEUPORT II Item: 203 Wing Span: 609.6mm Scale: 1/12 Min. Age: 12 The small Nieuport 11 biplane was affectionately known as the "B�b�" (baby). The Nieuport was originally designed for racing; this light plane was fast and extremely maneuverable and was the first combat airplane to carry the famed "Lafayette Escadrille" into battle. Official entry into battle: 6:00 AM April 20, 1916.