{"product_id":"vintage-1978-milton-bradley-electronic-star-bird-command-space-ship-tested-working-missing-wing-fins","title":"Vintage 1978 Milton Bradley Electronic Star Bird Command Space Ship (Tested \u0026 Working - Missing Wing Fins)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst introduced by Milton Bradley in 1978, the Star Bird was a groundbreaking electronic sci-fi toy that captured the imagination of the late 1970s Star Wars craze. Advanced for its era, the Star Bird features a built-in pitch-sensing electronic sound system that alters engine noise based on flight orientation—emitting a climbing engine whine when pitched upward, a diving roar when pointed down, and a steady humming pulse during level flight. Combined with a front-mounted red LED laser photon cannon and an interchangeable front cockpit\/interceptor ship layout, it remains an iconic milestone in 1970s electronic toy design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing features the original 1978 Milton Bradley Star Bird Command Space Ship in loose, pre-owned condition. The ship has been bench-tested and confirmed to be operational:   the pitch-sensitive engine sound generator sometimes doesnt shift the sound but stays the steady idle engine sounding hum and the button-activated front LED laser cannon fire crisp, loud audio and bright light. The body shell and battery compartment remain clean and structurally sound. Please note that the two removable outer wing tip fins (winglets) are missing, making this an excellent, functional centerpiece for display, custom restoration, or replacement parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthentic 1978 Milton Bradley Vintage Release:\u003c\/b\u003e Genuine original 1970s electronic space ship—not a modern reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTested \u0026amp; Working Electronics:\u003c\/b\u003e Orientation-based flight sound pitch changes work but sometimes does not shift the sound, and the front LED laser cannon fires properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIconic 1970s Sci-Fi Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Features sleek white and gray hull styling, orange cockpit canopy, and dual rear thruster engine nozzles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClean Battery Compartment:\u003c\/b\u003e Internal battery contacts are bright, clean, and free of battery acid corrosion or rust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComponent \u0026amp; Condition Statement:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaint \u0026amp; Details:\u003c\/b\u003e White plastic hull exhibits light, age-appropriate play wear and minor surface handling marks; factory decal stickers show crisp graphic print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoints \u0026amp; Articulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Detachable front interceptor nose cone latches firmly onto the main body frame; internal orientation switch mechanism operates smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlastic Integrity:\u003c\/b\u003e Hull is structurally solid with no cracks, melted spots, or broken latch tabs. Battery compartment door stays securely in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMissing Components:\u003c\/b\u003e Loose ship only. Missing the 2 removable outer wing tip fins (winglets). Does not include original retail box, paper instructions, or thruster exhaust stickers. (Requires standard 9V battery; battery not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage Environment:\u003c\/b\u003e Maintained in a climate-controlled, smoke-free collector environment and stored flat to protect internal sound circuitry and tilt sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMilton Bradley (MB)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Electronic Space Toys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStar Bird Command Ship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eFaction\/Variant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal 1978 First Edition (#4920)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScale\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge-Scale Space Ship (~16\" Length)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolded ABS Plastic \u0026amp; Integrated Circuitry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned \/ Loose (Tested \u0026amp; Working - Missing Wing Fins)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee pictures for product condition. All products are shipped Mon, Wed, and Fri from Retro Madness in Texas. Our staff are available during business hours to answer questions, send photos, or help find the perfect collectible item. Please call us at our Bedford location for more details!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milton Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43654273368131,"sku":"VIN5261","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0095\/0730\/7567\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_96647b1a-f6c0-4917-bfa1-356f61dca5ac.jpg?v=1786477375","url":"https:\/\/retro-madness-pro-console-repair.myshopify.com\/products\/vintage-1978-milton-bradley-electronic-star-bird-command-space-ship-tested-working-missing-wing-fins","provider":"Retro Madness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}