This kit first saw the light of day in 1959. However, the instructions seem to be written in ancient parchment that would seem more in place at the museum.
Despite recent disappointments with canopies I’ve discovered that hard lessons learned and experience gained count for naught when it comes to 1960’s Airfix. Look at this, the seem runs right through the centre of the screen.
Undeterred, I painted the interior, made up the rotor blades, and scratch built a little row of seats to add a little interest.
And a shot to make everyone feel nostalgic...
Managed to (almost) button her up. As you can see there more gaps in the fuselage than you’d find in an exceptionally holey Swiss cheese.
