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Airfix Releases New Tool B-25C/D Model Kit

Airfix has released their new tool B-25C/D Mitchell model kit in 1/72 scale.

As previously reported, the offering (A06015) serves as a 21st century upgrade to the company’s previous 1/72 B-25 (which was originally released in 1965), utilizing “the very latest design and production techniques.” The kit is touted as “a highly accurate” representation of the machine, created with the aid of original construction drawings obtained from the Smithsonian as well as data gathered from an up-close inspection of B-25D FR193 (41-30792) based at the National War and Resistance Museum in Overloon, Holland.

Special attention has been paid to accurately reproducing the type’s “distinct gull-winged appearance,” which includes “a slight anhedral being incorporated to the outer wing area from the engine nacelles outwards.” Two livery options are also included representing B-25D-15 41-30409 “Lady Jane” of the 23rd Anti-Submarine Squadron and B-25C 41-12860 “Desert Warrior” of the 12th Bombardment Group.

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Wingnut Wings Reveals Upcoming 1/32 Junkers D.1

Wingnut Wings’ upcoming mystery model has debuted at the Nuremberg International Toy Fair and will represent the Junkers D.1 in 1/32 scale.

The D.1 was introduced late in WW1 and became the first all-metal fighter to enter service. Little is known about the upcoming kit at the moment, but several photos of the display have been captured and can be seen below.

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Lukgraph Resin Kit Announces Development of 1/32 Nieuport 29

Lukgraph Resin Kit is reportedly following up their new Hansa Brandenburg Type NW model kit with a 1/32 Nieuport 29.

Designed and built by Nieuport-Delage for the French Air Force, the Hispano-Suiza -powered Nieuport 29 performed its maiden flight in 1918 but wasn’t ordered into production until 1920. It was the fastest service fighter in the world at the time and went on to serve around the world. It was also used for racing and set eight world speed records while also winning the 1920 Gordon Bennett Trophy and the 1922 Coupe Deutsch de la Meurthe competition.

Details on the upcoming kit are currently scarce, although the set will reportedly contain “a large selection of scheme paintings, including the Italian known as Macchi/Caproni Ni. 29.” Liveries for three Italian machines have been released (see below) and more will follow representing machines serving in France, Spain, Sweden, Japan, Belgium, Argentina and Siam.

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Durafly Releases New Model Touted as “Best Scale RC Bf-109e Ever Made”

Durafly has released a new 1100mm (43.3”) Bf 109E-4 plug and fly RC model that is touted as “without doubt the best scale RC Bf-109e ever made.”

The model reportedly features scale electronic retracting landing gear, scale flaps and a powerful AeroStar 3736-770KV brushless outrunner motor with AeroStar 50A ESC spinning a three-bladed scale propeller. It is said to offer superb handling on the ground and in the air, as well as a wide flight envelope and stable and scale flight performance.

The airframe reportedly boasts high scale fidelity and detail, employing water-based, durable and authentically color matched paint, vinyl material decals with multiple scheme options and extensive use of glass and carbon fibers for low weight/high strength. Additional features include operating pre-installed navigation LED lighting and a fully functional bomb drop system complete with scale bomb.

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Airfix to Release 1/48 Gloster Meteor FR.9 Model Kit

Airfix has announced plans to release a Gloster Meteor FR.9 model kit in 1/48 scale.

The FR.9 was based on the F.8 fighter variant and served as an armed reconnaissance machine, equipped with an elongated nose housing a Williamson F.24 camera as well as external wing and ventral fuel tanks for increased range.

As seen in the image below, the kit will reportedly offer two livery options, including WL263 of 208 Squadron and WB116/G of 2 squadron.

The Airfix FR.9 is currently slated for release in November.

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Watch Artesanía Latina’s 1/16 Fokker Dr.1 Kit Come Together Through the Magic of Stop Motion

For his latest stop motion assembly video, modeler Tom Grigat tackles Artesanía Latina’s new 1/16 structure kit of the Fokker Dr.1.

The kit is said to be museum quality, boasting wood and injected metal parts, cockpit details and multimedia instructions with video tutorials and more than 600 photos. The completed model spans 17.72”W x 14.17”L x 7.24”H and includes an optional methacrylate engraved stand for display.

Tom reports that it was “relatively easy to build and well guided,” stating that his new video shows “how appr. 750 pieces of metal and wood could be combined to a beautiful aircraft model.” Click below to check it out.

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Airfix to Release Two-Seat Messerschmitt Me 262B-1a/Avia CS-92a Model Kit

Airfix will reportedly follow up last year’s new tool Messerschmitt Me262 A-1a Schwalbe with a 1/72 scale example of the two-seat version.

The upcoming release will reportedly consist of the Me 262B-1a Luftwaffe night fighter as well as the Avia CS-92a, a two seat trainer flown by the Czech Air Force. Additional details appear to be scarce, although a number of CAD images are available (click below to see more).

The kit (A04062) is currently expected to be released in October.

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2017: The Year in RC Model Mishaps [Video]

With 2018 in its infancy, YouTubers “RCScaleAirplanes” and “tbobborap1” have compiled their annual supercuts showcasing some of the most brutal RC model airplane mishaps of the year.

As the videos show, models encountered a variety of perilous situations, and while some were saved by the skill of their pilots, others were reduced to scattered piles of wood.

Hit the jump to check them out, and watch out for some NSFW language.

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Brickmania Releases Limited Edition P-51B , X-1 LEGO Model Kits

Among the latest limited edition releases from Brickmania are 1/35 scale LEGO model kits of the P-51B Mustang and Bell X-1.

The representation of the legendary P-51 reportedly includes 391 genuine new-condition LEGO elements, high quality sticker sheet, custom printed minifigure and retractable landing gear. Meanwhile, the model of the X-1, the first machine to break the sound barrier, includes 319 LEGO parts, a sticker sheet, a 360 degree custom printed minifigure, retractable landing gear, a display stand, and a removable hatch opening to the cockpit.

Click below for product links and video overviews of each model.

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Limited Edition Buffalo Airways DC-3 LEGO Model Kit Now Available

A Kickstarter campaign has been launched offering an impressive LEGO kit representing the iconic Buffalo Airways DC-3.

The kit is reportedly being produced in a limited run of 200 by ICHIBAN Toys and is touted as featuring a 21.7 inch wingspan, over 600 brand-new genuine LEGO pieces, functional landing gear, professionally designed step-by-step instructions and a laser-cut sticker sheet.

The Kickstarter campaign has been wildly successful, although, as of this writing, kits still appear to be available for a pledge of CA$269 or more.

Click below to check out a video of the production prototype.

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