Category: Modern Era (1945-Present)

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First Look: Tamiya’s New Tool F-4B Phantom II Model Kit

Tamiya has released a flood of new details about their upcoming new tool F-4B Phantom II model kit, including a video overview of the kit’s contents and a release timeframe.

The 1/48 offering (61121) is reportedly based on “exhaustive studies of the actual aircraft” resulting in a “precise recreation of the distinctive form.”

The parts breakdown offers ease of assembly. J79-GE-8 engine nozzles, cockpit, and landing gear bays are realistically recreated. Choose between folded and extended wingtips. One-piece horizontal stabilizer right and left sides move in concert. Choose between open and closed canopy, and extended and retracted refueling probe/boarding ladder. Different types of antennae and cockpit consoles can be chosen depending on the marking option selected. Air-to-air missiles (AIM-7E Sparrow and AIM-9G/H Sidewinder) and two types of drop tanks are included. Includes 2 sitting crew figures, 3 marking options, and masking stickers.

Marking options represent VF-51 “Screaming Eagles,” VF-111 “Sundowners” and VF-161 “Chargers” (Wing Commander’s Aircraft). The kit is currently due out in June. Click below to check out additional images as well as a newly released video overview of the kit.

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For Sale: 1946 Luscombe 8A “Ready to Finish Undamaged Project Airframe”

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A 1946 Luscombe 8A “refurbished project airframe” has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Metal fuselage, tail feathers and ailerons, with fabric covered wings with metal spars. This aircraft has several very desireable mods: The fuselage tank has been remved and replaced with 12.5 gallon tanks in each wing. Paperwork has been filed and accepted for a 100 h.p. 0-200 engine conversion ( engine not included here). Cleveland wheels and disc brakes have been fitted. Shoulder harnesses have been fitted. All of the paperwork is in excellent condition and the logbooks are complete from day 1 to the last annual in september of 2008… The airframe is undamaged!… This is a ready to finish up and paint project, not a time intensive job.

The aircraft is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes additional information and a number of additional photos.

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Roden Releases New B-36D/F/H/J Peacemaker Model Kit

Roden has released a new Convair B-36D/F/H/J Peacemaker model kit in 1/144 scale.

The offering (337) is reportedly based on the company’s new tool B-36B kit released last year.

The main difference was the installation of four additional General Electric J-47 jet engines with a thrust of 5,200 lbf each (23kN), which significantly improved basic characteristics such as speed and range.

Details on the kit contents are limited, although photos of the decal sheets have been released. Click below to check out the Buy on eBay on eBay and additional images.

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1948 Cessna 170 For Sale: “Pretty and Clean”

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A 1948 Cessna 170 has hit the market. The listing states:

Pretty and clean 1948 Cessna 170. 5685 TT 1710 SMOH. Wings and fuselage were completely stripped of multiple layers of aged paint and old fabric, cleaned up as needed, and then new fabric and paint completed in 2018. While doing all the work on the outside we added new interior panels, carpets, headliner, and seats. KX 155 Nav/Comm, Narco AT 50A Transponder, Uavonix Skybeacon ADS-B. Mods include: PPonk gear box with C-180 legs finished with Alaska Bushwheels wheels and brakes and 8.00 tires. VG’s, Spin-on oil filter with quick drain oil sump, new engine driven fuel pump. Added inline fuel tank on pilot side bringing total fuel from 35 on the original 170 up to 46 total gallons. New glass all around including 1 piece windshield. Auto fuel STC. Compressions at annual Dec ’20: 78/78/78/74/74/78. This plane has been my baby for nearly 15 years, and I am sad to sell but getting something bigger for bigger family use. Will deliver anywhere in North America for the cost of fuel and return ticket. Can also provide endorsement for tailwheel transition for a pilot who is a current and capable flyer.

The aircraft is located in Sandy, Utah and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes a number of additional photos.

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1946 Bellanca Cruisair Senior 14-13-2 Offered For Sale

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A 1946 Bellanca Cruisair Senior 14-13-2 has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Tenth owner since new, Aug 1946, purchased December 1991, flying and in-license since purchase. N86728, Ser# 1089, TTAF 2060; complete restoration 1973-76 , always hangared since restoration complete Jan 1976; Ceconite 101 is good. Franklin 6A4-165-B3 – heavy case; 606 SMOH; R&L Slick impulse mags; POC oil cooler; 35A alternator; Tarver Aeromatic F100 propeller; Terra – TX760D Comm, TN200D VOR/ILS, and TRI-NAV CDI, Narco AT150 Xpndr, SkyHunter 1221.5/406 ELT, PS Engineering 2-place Intercom, second comm. boost TX transformer plus antenna on belly for handheld; Wheelen Comet Flash strobes – white wing tips and a red belly.

The aircraft is located in Simpsonville, South Carolina and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes a lengthy list of features and maintenance highlights as well as additional photos.

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ICM Announces Upcoming B-26K Counter Invader Model Kit

ICM has announced the development of a new B-26K Counter Invader model kit in 1/48 scale.

Details about the upcoming release (48279) are currently limited, although a number of renderings have been released, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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1947 Beechcraft V35 Project For Sale: “Complete, Parts or Restore”

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A “parts or restore” 1947 Beechcraft V35 has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Last flown and annual inspection 2009. Has been stored in open sided hangar in Selma, CA. Ruddervators tested in 09 and well within limits. Overhauled gear motor. E225 with hydraulic Prop. Plane will need much maintenance to fly out. Prefer purchaser uses as parts plane. Sold as is where is. Plane is currently in enclosed hangar and it is available for rent or can be moved to tie down. No reserve auction. Sold with bill of sale. ENGINE is an E185 Per Paperwork TTAF 6993 SMOH 957 1996 Paint Poor condition Rudders tested 2001, always under cover since. Airplane complete.

The machine is located in Fresno, California and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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1958 Jodel D112 For Sale: “Glorious to Fly and Easy to Maintain”

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A 1958 Jodel D112 has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Glorious to fly and easy to maintain! 46hrs since top end rebuild to the tune of £6000. Extensive history and records. G-BAUH is a used aircraft and not a hangar queen and as such shows signs of age, but this is how I like her, mechanically maintained to a great standard, airframe and canvas in excellent condition but the paint is showing signs of use.

The aircraft is located in Norwich, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £13,950, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Funk B85C Airframe Spotted For Sale

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A Funk B85C airframe that appears to bear the registration N332TS has been spotted for sale.

The machine lacks an engine and is located in Citrus Heights, California. The listing reports that it is available for local pickup and must be relocated by April 19.

The airframe is currently up for bidding, and seems to be available without a reserve. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes additional photos and details.

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F-94A Starfire Fuselage Offered For Sale

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An f-94A fuselage has been spotted for sale. The listing states:

1948 Lockheed f94 A Model number 2 prototype 40 ft. Long… In the cockpit, It has both seats and sticks and pedals but, no instrument panels or gauges. There are no wings or tail fins… If you want wings, T33 wings are compatible with this aircraft and they are out there and you can find them. No engine in it.

The fuselage is located in West Islip, New York and is currently available for US $25,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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