F-16 Belgian solo display
Going back to air show since a very long time, i was impressed during september 2014 at Kleine Brogel (Belgium) by a strong F16 solo display. This good souvenir led me to build this model from the Kinetic Model Nato Viper box. at 1/48 scale.
In spite of very thick and badly thought sprue parts, by forgetting some errors of numbering, i can say this kit offers an acceptable value for money, even if in my case, for this exhibition aircraft, i didn't need all the numerous weapons supplied in the box. The kit was completed by Eduard EP set (49481) and scratch elements were used in gear wells.
Reproduce such a fine and complicated aircraft painting/markings request stencils and excellent decals, which were provided by Syhart Decals.
A interesting documentation about this Belgian Air Force aircraft (flying 2012 -> 2014) is available on Flying zone, where you can find story of pilot, team, jet and painting operations. See http://www.flying-zone.be/reportages/2012/2_rep_2012_F16Demo.php
Further to a big problem with the canopy (due to my clumsiness), I want to thank Lucky Models who sent me a new one from Hong-Kong, it's important to notice their efficient assistance. Last but not least, it fell then to me to print (inkjet) the canopy pilot's name on transparent blank decals.
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Beautifully done, Christian (my son's name, by the way)...a truly unique one-of-a-kind example. I really like the way this turned out - despite the few 'troubles' encountered. Very nice build. Well done, sir.
Thank you Craig, happy you appreciate it !
An absolute stunning F-16. You did an amazing job. Well done!
Great! Loved the painting nozzles
Christian, I've always heard that the Belgian solo demonstrator put on a wonderful show. I once saw a picture of an F-84F solo of theirs at real low level. I was impressed. Orange and white stripes on the wings and tail.
Beautiful scheme and interpretation of it by you. Well done!
Thnk you Bernard.
Maybe the F-84F you mention was flown by Cpt José Marette ?
I see a picture here : https://elpoderdelasgalaxias.wordpress.com/2015/06/29/republic-f-84f-thunderstreak-dancin-with-the-ugliest-ii/
Yeah, Christian! That's the one! One of the best photos I've ever seen! Talk about your hair on fire! Thanks for finding it for me.
:-))
Great build Christian! Fantastic colour scheme.
Outstanding! Great work all the way around, and a very colorful choice of livery.
Very nice.
Great Job. Nice to see this exceptional version of the F 16.
It's a pity that the panel-lines of the kit are a bit exaggerated.
Thank you Hans.
Panel lines :if you mean the plastic kit itself, it's the case of many manufacturers today ; if you speak of my weathering enhancements, i tried to make it as soft as possible...
One beautiful aircraft.
Nice work Christian, I like the partially hidden National insignia in the tail scheme design. Nice work, looks like a nice kit !
WOW WOW now that looks way to awesome !
Than you all for comments and appreciations!
Very cool looking aircraft, beautifully turned out here.
Thank you very much George !
Hello Christian, Masterpiece.
Thank you Dirk !