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Erik Wade Whipple
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Tamiya 1/48th F4U-1D NZ5255

July 25, 2013 · in Aviation · · 5 ≡ · 2.5K

Here's my interpretation of NZ5255. Photos indicate that this aircraft wore a faded factory 4-color scheme with plenty of fuel and oil staining. Operated by No.21 Squadron (RNZAF) on Bougainville in the summer of '44, this aircraft was downed during a ground support mission on 29 August 1944 and unfortunately the pilot, Flt. Sgt. Ronald Bayly did not survive.

This model was built OOB, with only tape belts, ignition harness, and antenna wires added. Decals from Aeromaster (bars on upper starboard and lower port insignia re-painted in RNZAF insignia blue) and Ventura.

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    Tom Cleaver said on July 25, 2013

    Wow, you raised the flaps twice! Another Whipple winner.

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    George Williams said on July 25, 2013

    Very nice finish on this, Erik.

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    Ulrich Schütt said on July 26, 2013

    Nice! Very very nice!

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    bob mack said on July 26, 2013

    beautiful

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    Frank Cronin said on July 27, 2013

    Erick,
    You have the Corsair down pat. another fine job.

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