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Wingnut Wings Junkers J.1

by Michael Scott on December 10, 2012 · in Aviation · 1 ≡

Keeping with the WWI theme, this is my first Wingnut Wings model. Another outstanding kit from the New Zealand modelers. I used Tamiya acrylics, as usual, for all of the colors. I paid particular attention to getting a 'used' look to the [...]

Eduard Dr.1 1:48 scale of Steinhauser, Jasta 11

by Michael Scott on December 10, 2012 · in Aviation · 3 ≡

This is from Eduard's fine 1:48 scale Dual Combo Profi kit of the Fokker Dr.1. The model was built out of the box. All color, except for the national insignia and 'face' on the cowl are painted. I used Tamiya acrylics for everything except [...]

1/32 F-4j

by Rob Colvin on December 10, 2012 · in Aviation · 10 ≡

I added resin seats, made some homemade number to get Pettigrew's mig killer, added some resin burners, added CE intakes, and nautilis scab plates. Thanks, Rob

Spitfire Mk1, RN-J, Flg Off Desmond Sheen, 72Sqn, July 1940

by Charles Whall on December 10, 2012 · in Aviation · 6 ≡

This was a recent commission build for a chap in Australia who contacted me via the online portfolio I set up this year. He wanted markings for Flg Off Desmond Sheen of 72 Sqn, Leconfield, July 1940-I just hope it gets there in one peice! [...]

Hasegawa 1/72nd scale Fw-190A-8

by Dan Brennan on December 10, 2012 · in Aviation · 1 ≡

Built out of box. Used Model Master paints and Eagle Cal decals. Pilot figure is from Hasegawa. Base done with Woodland Scenic products.

Platz 1/144th scale P-51 Mustang "Big Beautiful Doll"

by Dan Brennan on December 10, 2012 · in Aviation · 3 ≡

Built out of box. Used Alclad and Model Master paints along with kit decals.

My "Frightning"

by Adam Dormer on December 10, 2012 · in Aviation · 10 ≡

Here is my attempt at reproducing the magnificent E.E Lightning F.1. The "Frightning" as it was often called by it's pilots, is one of my all time fav jets. This is the Airfix 1/48 kit which is probably the most accurate F.1 [...]

My SPAD

by Adam Dormer on December 9, 2012 · in Aviation · 6 ≡

This is my representation of George Marrett's "Sock it to 'em" - a A-1J of the 602nd SOS Nakhon Phanom, RTAFB circa 1968/69. Anyone interested in SPAD's should read George's book "Cheating Death" which covers his time [...]

Tamiya 1/48 Fw-190D-9

by Bryan W. Bernart on December 9, 2012 · in Aviation · 6 ≡

Somebody say Wurger? Here's my two cent's worth. OOB, except for seatbelts, underside painted, balance are kit decals.

Eduard 1:48 F6F-3 Hellcat

by roger fabrocini on December 9, 2012 · in Aviation · 14 ≡

Another TMMI submission for a while back. Additions include a Quickboost R-2800, a Jaguar resin interior (meant for the Hasegawa kit), ultracast prop, and assorted other tidbits fashioned out of plastic stock. Colors are custom mixed [...]