Category: Golden Age (1919-1939)

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7/8 Scale Gee Bee R-1 “Model” Offered For Sale

An interesting 7/8 scale Gee Bee R-1 “model” has been spotted for sale. The listing states:

1931 GB Model R-1 Air Racer Model Airplane. Condition is New. Pick up and Appointment only. 7/8 Scale. It’s All Wood – even the motor! Plans on how it was built will be provided * One of a Kind! Would look cool hanging over your car collection or next to it.

The model is located in Berlin, Massachusetts and is currently being offered for US $5,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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ICM to Release 1/32 Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II Model Kit

ICM is set to release a new Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II model kit in 1/32 scale.

The kit (32042) is reportedly based on ICM’s new tool Gladiator Mk.I kit (32040) released last year and is described as the company’s first attempt to release a 1/32 example of the Sea Gladiator into the market. Features include “a highly detailed engine and cockpit interior” as well as marking options for four aircraft.

The kit is expected to be released later this month. Click below to check out additional images.

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First Look: Box Contents for Eduard’s 1/32 BF 108 Model Kit

In May, Eduard is set to release a new Bf 108 Taifun model kit in 1/32 scale.

The ProfiPACK edition kit (3006) will reportedly contain Eduard sprues and decals, pre-painted PE parts a painting mask, a resin propeller and marking options for five machines.

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Airfix Releases New Tool 1/48 DH Tiger Moth Model Kit

Airfix has released its new tool DH Tiger Moth model kit in 1/48 scale.

As previously reported, The kit (A04104) was developed to be “as accurate as possible,” utilizing original research data and engineering drawings as well as information gathered from an airworthy Tiger Moth at Headcorn Aerodrome. It also incorporates a “clever design feature” for builders looking to achieve maximum detail:

The wing internals have tiny and rather discrete indentations which serve as a guide to the placement of rigging holes, should you decide to go for total authenticity with your build, holes which are not visible if you elect not to rig the model.

The new model reportedly includes livery options representing K-2585/G-ANKT (formerly T6818), owned and operated by The Shuttleworth Collection and K-4259/G-ANMO, based at Headcorn Aerodrome.

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Le Blond Radial-Powered Pietenpol Project Offered For Sale

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A water damaged radial Pietenpol project has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

it was somewhat submerged in 2011. It was washed and engine flushed then. About five years ago engine was serviced and ran. Its complete except propeller (not included). Basically selling engine and throwing in airframe. Airframe needs rebuilt, and all instruments are shot. have all paperwork except early engine logs. The engine logs were started at top overhaul in 1991. 2 hrs airframe and engine since toppped. This is sold AS-IS no warranties. These engines are rarely for sale. Perfect fit for ww1 replica.

The project is located in Sulphur Rock, Arkansas and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“One of a Kind, Corporate Configured” 1945 Douglas DC-3 For Sale

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A “one of a kind, corporate configured” Douglas DC-3 (S/N 34378 / NC33611) is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

One of a kind corporate configured 1945 Douglas DC-3. S/N 34378 is the former transport of the Columbia Broadcasting System, Outboard and Marine Manufacturing and EAA. Low total time with only 17,896 hours. This DC-3 was the last of its model to operate carrying passengers for a Part 121 Air Carrier on the US registry and also has a number of historic aviation figures in its logbook such as Paul Poberezney and Jimmy Leeward to name a few. S/N 34378 was the cover for Flying Magazine in August 1981 and AOPA Magazine in December 2016. This is a rare turn-key opportunity to purchase an exceptionally cared for DC-3 with spare parts and support equipment.

The aircraft is reportedly powered by Pratt & Whitney R1830-94 engines with 152 and 920 SMOH by Anderson Aero Engines in 2013. The machine is located in Virginia with pricing available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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1934 Waco YKC Project “With Rare Ambulance Option” Offered For Sale

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A 1934 Waco YKC cabin aircraft “with rare ambulance option” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Jacobs radial – constant speed prop – frame and control services restored – control wheel restored – many more new and rebuild parts including a bump cowl and instrument panel fabricated b Roger James. Disassembled but all parts are there.

The aircraft is located in Kouts, Indiana and is currently available for US $25,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Great Shape, Always Hangared” Stearman PT-17 Offered For Sale

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A W670 Continental-powered 1941 Stearman PT-17 Kaydet has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Classic/Antique Single Engine Airplane, SMOH: 530, Redline Brakes, Registration N6348, Always Hangared, Plane is in great shape!

The machine is located in Woodland, California and is currently being offered for US $94,900, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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First Look: Airfix’s Upcoming New Tool 1/48 DH Tiger Moth

Airfix has released a number of new photos showing their upcoming new tool de Havilland D.H.82a Tiger Moth in 1/48 scale.

The kit (A04104) was developed to be “as accurate as possible,” utilizing original research data and engineering drawings as well as information gathered from an airworthy Tiger Moth at Headcorn Aerodrome. It will also incorporate a “clever design feature” for builders looking to acheive maximum detail:

The wing internals have tiny and rather discrete indentations which serve as a guide to the placement of rigging holes, should you decide to go for total authenticity with your build, holes which are not visible if you elect not to rig the model.

The new model will reportedly include to livery options representing K-2585/G-ANKT (formerly T6818), owned and operated by The Shuttleworth Collection and K-4259/G-ANMO, based at Headcorn Aerodrome. The new kit is currently available for pre-order and is expected to be released this spring. Click below to check out additional photos.

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Rare, “Excellent Condition” 1940 Waco VKS-7 Offered For Sale

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An “excellent condition” 1940 Waco VKS-7 is available for sale. The listing states:

NC29372; Serial number 5230. One of only six in the world. Continental W670M engine, 240 HP with only 56 hours since major overhaul. Dual controls, wide landing gear. Fresh annual inspection. 70 gal fuel capacity. ADS-B compliant. New paint. Fabric excellent. Cleveland brakes. Hangared at Gene Snyder Airport (K62), Falmouth, KY.

The machine is currently being offered for US $129,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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