In commemoration of the 90th anniversary of the Spitfire, Key Publishing and editor / photographer John Dibbs offer the upcoming release Spitfire at 90, a special 100-page tribute to Britain’s greatest fighter and possibly the best known combat aircraft in the world.

Using extensive archive images, the best of aviation writers and researchers salute the Spitfire’s incredible heritage. This edition has been updated with fresh imagery of present-day Spitfires in their element from renowned air-to-air photographer John Dibbs. It presents a stunning portfolio from the day fighter Mk.I to the high-flying Mk.XIX and the wing-folding Seafires. All of this adds up to a superb souvenir of a world famous fighter.

The publication, which is offered in Mook formation (combination of magazine and book) is currently available for pre-order with release set for May 31.

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Eduard is preparing to release a special, limited edition Battle of Britain Spitfire Mk. 1 model kit in 1/48 scale.

The offering represents the iconic Spitfire in the early stages of its development and during the most notable stretch of its service: the Battle of Britain. It will include Eduard plastic parts, pre-painted photo-etched parts, die cut painting masks and a whopping 11 marking options. The kit will also include an English language book about about the Spitfire Mk.I in the Battle of Britain.

As of this writing additonal details are scare, but itas the image shows, it is slated for release in June.

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A 2012 Sonex Xenos has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Annual Inspection just completed. A unique and versatile Sonex Xenos with fresh Rotax power, excellent climb, and strong glider performance. Well-maintained, recently flown, and ready for continued Phase I completion or conversion to Light Sport category.

The aircraft is located in Murrieta, California and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

A full-scale SE.5a project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This “full scale SE 5a” project has been under construction for the past three years, engineered by a builder with 30 years of experience and a former career USAF pilot… This particular version is the two-seat trainer of which approximately 95 were originally placed into service… This project includes: fuselage, built with prime Sitka spruce and aircraft grade aluminum, engine, and all working dual cockpit controls and instruments. The interiors are complete and the engine runs like a clock.

Fuselage is constructed primarily of wood with improved sprung landing gear, original-style spoke wheels with aluminum covers, hydraulic brakes, and sprung steerable tail wheel. Much improved wing spar attachment for removal of wings, complete rigging kit with pre-made wires, turnbuckles, stainless fitting, etc.

Engine: modified GM-V6 rated at 245 H.P. with custom engineered aluminum housing gear reduction drive, internal chain in oil bath, 1:6 designed for up to 350 H.P. and wood propeller of 94″. Engine is carburetored with HEI ignition, custom exhaust stacks with mufflers as per original. Fuel: 12 gallon main tank, 5 gallon top wing reserve and panel reserve valve.

Many extras included: custom-built Lewis, scale machine-gun, exact copy non-firing, 1/3 scale drawings, notes, photos, historical archives. Wings must be constructed. This project is LSA compliant. It is being sold due to age, illness, and disability. No expense was spared during this build… Interested? Reach out, dont hesitate with any questions. All will be responded to.

The aircraft is located in Punta Gorda, Florida and is currently available for US $9,995, although it appears that offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

MiniArt is continuing their line of P-47 kits with the announcement of a new P-47N-2RE Thunderbolt basic model kit in 1/48 scale.

This particular variant was a long-range version of the famous American fighter. Designed for extended operations, the P-47N featured a distinctive wing shape and increased fuel capacity, making it well suited for late-war escort and ground attack missions.

The upcoming kit (48068) is described as highly detailed and accurate with photo-etched parts and marking options for two aircraft. As of this writing the kit is said to be “coming soon,” although an exact release date has not been announced. Click below to check out livery profiles and box contents.

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A 1974 Beechcraft 58 Baron has been spotted for sale.

According to the listing, the aircraft has 4,606 total time, with 1,498 SMOH on both desirable IO-520CB engines, and recent prop overhauls (7.9 hours, though blades damaged). It boasts a pristine leather club-seating interior with fold-out desk, striking silver/grey/black/red/blue paint, full deice including props and windshield, vortex generators, radar, 3-axis autopilot with HSI/flight director/yaw damper, and avionics like King audio panel, KN63 DME, KY196 comm, KR-87 ADF, KNS81 RNAV, Shadin fuel flow, Stormscope, and pre-wired Garmin 530/ADSB trays. It sustained a gear-up landing causing mid-belly skin/reinforcing scrapes, flap damage, antenna losses, and a bent nose gear actuating rod (mains/doors intact, no wing/prop/nosecone/tail damage); repair likely straightforward. Includes complete logs, manuals, and FAA bill of sale.

The aircraft is located in Kissimmee, Florida and is currently available for US $39,950, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

An Aeronca 7AC Champ has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Completely rebuilt 1995 with Ceconite and overhauled engine. est 400 SMOH on TCM A75. Total Time est 2200. Temporary hangar space available. ELT, Handheld with mic switch on Throttle, great antenna, ADS-B optional, Nav lights installed. In annual flying, fresh annual with sale. Make offer

The aircraft is located in Lake Wales, Florida and is currently available for US $29,000. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

Arma Hobby has announced the upcoming release of a new tool F4F-3 Wildcat in 1/72 scale.

The offering (70090) represents the early Wildcat from the opening months of the Pacific War and is made from completely new molds created specifically for this version. It includes plastic parts, canopy and wheel masks, and a 3D print digital file containing seat with harness, exhaust pipes, landing gear opening mechanism chains, cockpit control lever set, and gun barrels. Decals are also included with marking options for three aircraft: “F-5”, VF-2, USS Lexington, flown by Lt. Albert O. Vorse Jr.; BuNo 4019 “211-F-11”, VMF-211; “F-13”, VF-3, USS Lexington.

The kit is currently set for release sometime in May. Click below to check out livery profiles and kit contents.

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A 1964 Hispano Aviation CASA HA-200A “Saeta” has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This beautifully maintained CASA HA-200A Saeta is a sleek, twin-engine jet trainer designed by the legendary Willy Messerschmitt… Full IFR Capabilities, Dual Exhaust Smoke System, Oxygen System, WAAS ADSB Installed, Two Bendex King KX155 NAV COM With Glide Slope, KCS 55 HSI, Intercom System Installed, Currently in Annual, Low Time Engines and Airframe, 1031.8 TT on Airframe, Right Engine has 94 hours, Left Engine has 830.8, Ferry Pilot and Flight Training Available, Comes with a complete parts airframe.

The aircraft is located in Rochester, New York and is currently available for US $65,000. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

A MiG-15UTI / SBLim-2 project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Aircraft is a project/parts has 95% of the parts, missing gun bay and head rests, along with a few access panels. Had a flight certificate and was flown back in the early 2000’s. Is currently de-registered. Being sold as a parts airplane so no bill of sale. would be good for a static display or parts. Would be a possible candidate for a restoration but there is corrosion around the canopy frames that would require a massive amount of work, electronic logs are available. Engine ran about 2 years ago. I dry motored the engine recently and it cranks freely. Is currently dis-assembled and can assist in loading for a fee. Stands are not included. Bought it to restore it but purchased another in better condition.

The aircraft is located in Tiffin, Ohio and is currently available for US $20,000. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.