History:
The North American T-28 began life in 1946 as the XSN2J-1, which was designed to replace the SNJ trainer for the Navy. Looking like a tailwheel T-28, the design was not accepted by the Navy, but in 1947 the Air Force issued a [...]
I don't normally build 1/72 models, but I was inspired to build this kit by the cool photos posted by Spiros (@fiveten) of Greek F.1CGs. I happened to have this model in my stash, but I added some XtraDecals for the HAF markings, as well [...]
L-29 Delfin development started in 50'. After being chosen as standard training aircraft in Warsaw Pact over 3.600 planes was produced in Czech. Delfin allowed traingin of aerobatics, gun shooting and bombing trainings as well as IFR [...]
I haven't built one of these in awhile, so I decided to just relax and have some fun with it. Aside from a little putty around the area where the cowling meets the wings' leading edge, this kit goes together very well. The markings are for [...]
Albatros D.Va, Josef Mai
Jasta 5, April-May 1918
WNW 1:32
Tamiya, AlcadII and MRP paints with oils for wood effect.
Proper Plane Neindorf propeller and raised profile spinner.
Aviattic wing lozenge.
Additional plumbing on engine with brass [...]
I ordered this from a dealer in Russia back last December. It finally showed up last Saturday (thanks much, Louie DeNoJoy).
It's a simple kit. Far better than the limited-run Mikro-Mir kit. Panel lines look heavy when compared with photos [...]
I have been building this in the background as a wee surprise for a friend who was working at Turnhouse.
She was made redundant during the first lockdown but has grown to love Civilian Airlines and is hoping that she will get back there [...]