Category: Modern Era (1945-Present)

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Italeri Releases T-33A Shooting Star Model Kit With Seven Liveries

Italeri has released a lockheed T-33A Shooting Star model kit in 1/72 scale.

The kit (1444) is described as a version of the Platz T-33 released in 2012 with new decals. A total of seven liveries are offered representing machines in American (2), Italian, German, French, Spanish, and Greek-Hellenic service.

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For Sale: Aero L-39C Project “Undamaged, Full Logs Since Day One”

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A 1984 L-39C project with “full logs since day one” and “only 1400TT since new” has hit the market as part of a package along with a Rockwell Sabreliner and two engines. The listing states (in part):

Original engine was hot started and donated to a museum, not included. We are including a 1981 Rockwell Sabreliner with 2 low time Honeywell Garrett TFE731-3R-1D engines. Convert this L-39 to the reliable American engine and sell off the 2nd one. The L-39C airframe is undamaged and on shipping fixtures ready to ship. The Sabreliner is still together and will need to be disassembled and hauled away.

The aircraft package is currently being offered for US $240,000, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Genuine U.S. Navy” T-2C Buckeye Flight Trainer Cockpit Offered For Sale

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A “Genuine U.S. Navy” T-2C Buckeye flight trainer cockpit has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This does not currently function as a flight sim and is for static display. It could possibly be converted to a working sim. The cockpit/instrument lights illuminate, canopy opens and closes wit air pressure from a separate air compressor and the ejection seat adjust up/down. This is an actual training device that was used to train Navy and Marine Corps pilots. A piece of Naval Aviation history. Has been restored but keep in mind this unit is over 40 years old and has some age, wear and handling issues that affect appearance.

The trainer is located in Gonzalez, Florida and is currently available for US$6,899, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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For Sale: Restored Bell 47 D-1, Screen Used Star of M*A*S*H* TV Series

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1951 Bell 47 D-1 S/N 263 (N5167V), star of the famous TV show M.A.S.H., has hit the market.

The machine was originally constructed by Bell in July 1951 and went on to see use as a U.S. Navy trainer. In 1958 it became surplus and was acquired by Adrian Grieve in 1972, who rebuilt it to Bell specifications and received a Standard Airworthiness Certificate in 1973. ​

S/N 263 was used in various action movies. Its most notable role was starring in the hit television show M.A.S.H. In the opening scene where two helicopters are flying formation, 263 is closest to the camera, In the second scene, 263 is the second helicopter on approach to the landing pads. During the ten years that M.A.S.H. was filmed, 263 was utilized many times both as set dressing and in flying scenes. 263 was utilized in the final departure scene of the final episode, one of the most watched TV episodes of all time.

Folloing the conclusion of the series, 263 was sold and used for crop dusting and cattle counting. It was then sold to the current owner who restored it back to its original M.A.S.H. TV show configuration. The machine is locate in Reno, Nevada and offers are currently being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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“Low Times, Annualed and Flying” 1957 Twin Beech E18S Offered For Sale

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A 1957 Twin Beech E18S described as “low times, annualed and flying” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

First Class bird. Pics are currant – taken 6\2020. No excuses, currant and flying. 1957 Twin Beech E18S, N21011, Total time (EST times) 9400, P&W985’s 350/600, props 20, Garmin 530, Garmin 496, Kx155, King Kt76A, PS PMA7000B, Traffic-watch, Fuel computer, Holds 400g, Logs/manuals/catalogs included. In annual – flying regularly, Tall cabin – lots of room. 8 seats. Search tail number on video site for a walk around and it taking off.

The machine is located in Fort Valley, Georgia and is currently being offered for US $199,500, although offers are also being accepted. The listing also states “might trade for trawler / yacht.” Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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ICM Releases New B-26C-50 Invader Model Kit

ICM has released their new B-26C-50 model kit in 1/48 scale.

As previously reported, the kit (48284) reportedly includes highly detailed engines, armament and cockpit interior as well as marking options for three aircraft.

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“Complete, Excellent Restorable Condition” F-84G Thunderjet Project Offered For Sale

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A complete F-84G Thunderjet project (S/N 10534 / N6599N) has hit the market.

The machine is currently registered with FAA and has reportedly been X-Rayed and found to be “in excellent restorable condition.”

…this aircraft will be a basic restoration without the need for any costly rebuilding. Just rebuild systems and reassemble. Exclusive opportunities and airshows certainly await.

The machine includes an installed Allison J-35 engine (without logbooks) and “numerous spare and new parts collected over 10 years.” The project is currently being offered for $129,000 or will package with two F9F Panther projects for $239,00 (or near offer). Trades will reportedly be considered. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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“Damaged, Cheap” T-28 Trojan Remains Offered For Sale

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The “damaged, cheap” remains of a T-28B Trojan have hit the market.

The listing states that the machine suffered an in-flight fire which resulted in a gear-up emergency landing from which the pilot escaped.

According to the listing, the “forward cabin and center section mostly burned away” although it “retains lots of components that may be helpful to a T-28 restorer or repair facility.” Despite this, it is “best destined as a display, set dressing or a prop.”

The remains are located in Lakeville, Minnesota and are currently being offered for $3,995, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes additional details on included parts.

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Two Grumman F9F Panther Projects “Suitable for Restoration to Fly” Offered For Sale

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Two Grumman F9F Panther projects touted as “suitable for restoration to fly” have hit the market.

A rare opportunity to obtain rare historical and classic jets for a fraction of their restored value. Simple cable controlled and with basic systems, these aircraft will be basic restoration projects without the need for any costly rebuilding. Just rebuild systems and reassemble. Currently no Panthers are flying or under restoration to fly. Exclusive opportunities and airshows certainly await.

The projects consist of an F9F-4 (sitting on landing gear – no known corrosion), and an F9F-5. Two Pratt & Whitney J-48-P-6 Turbojet engines (7,000 lbs thrust) are also stored in cans with test cell logbooks. The current owner has reportedly acquired many spare and NOS Grumman Panther parts for use in the restoration of these two aircraft.

The machines are currently being offered for $140,000 or will package with an F-84G Thunderjet project for $239,000. Trades will reportedly be considered. Click here to check out the complete listing.