The Cleveland Condor Soarer E-19 Wingspan: 72" Class: D Building Skill / Flying Skill: Experienced / Experienced

During World War II, company sales hit their peak, with 1944 sales of about $7.5 million dollars, in today's economics. At that time, the company was the world's largest manufacturer of model aircraft and far outsold its nearest competitors.

The success of early years was never repeated and, in 1968, the company moved from its Lorain Avenue headquarters to Detroit Avenue, ceased making kits, and began an ambitious "Golden Era" plans operation with the aid of a group of dedicated "volunteers".

In the 42 years of full-time kit production, the company manufactured nearly 50 million kits, with more than 2,500,000 of the Cleveland "Condor", alone, being sold. In addition, the company developed over 500 designs and employed more than 2000 people; at several times more than a 100 individuals. On 20 February 1999, Mr. Packard passed away.

In 1996 a new chapter of the Cleveland Model & Supply Company history began when Mr. Packard retired and sold the company to Mr. John Jacox, of Indianapolis, Indiana. Mr. Jacox is a life-long model aircraft builder and has been a passionate collector of Cleveland Model & Supply Company kits and memorabilia for more than 10 years. Mr. Jacox is an Aerospace Engineer and has spent his entire career in the defense, aircraft turbine engine industry. Mr. Jacox is a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), the Society of Antique Modelers (SAM), the Model Engine Collectors Association (MECA), and the International Miniature Aircraft Association (IMAA).

Cleveland Model & Supply Company is a model aviation legend. This legend grew from the dream of E. T. Packard, was fostered through the efforts of his family, dedicated employees and supporters, who developed hundreds of high-quality products, which were produced by the millions, and which were sold world wide with high-quality service.

Cleveland Model & Supply Company is healthy and is prospering. The company's vision of the future includes its 100th anniversary.

THE DREAM LIVES, THE LEGEND CONTINUES.