Category: Modern Era (1945-Present)

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Modelsvit Developing 1/48 F-82 Twin Mustang Model Kit

Modelsvit has released a new series of renderings showing their upcoming F-82 Twin Mustang model kit in 1/48 scale.

Details seem to be limited, although the company states that work has been completed on “Master Geometry,” described as the first and most complicated stage of the design process, and they are now moving on to all related details.

At the moment there does not appear to be any information regarding kit contents, pricing or a potential release date. Click below to check out additional renderings.

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For Sale: Three Harrier Package, Including “World’s Only Civilian Owned and Certified Sea Harrier”

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A three Harrier aircraft package has hit the market, which reportedly includes Sea Harrier FA-2 N94422 (S/N XZ-439, pictured above), touted as “the world’s only civilian owned and certified Sea Harrier.” The listing states (in part):

Includes: FA-2 SEA HARRIER One of the most in-demand aircraft for airshow acts in the United States! There are many possible uses for this aircraft including: airshows, training, flight experiences, military contract work, advertising and promotional work. TMK-8 HARRIER Dual Controlled, Near Certification! GR-3 HARRIER Very Complete. Excellent Source for Spares! Support Equipment, Engines, Manuals, Rotables, and a Travel Support Kit also Included.

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For Sale: AH-1S Cobra With “All Major Components Overhauled”

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A 1981 Bell AH-1S Cobra has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

AH-1S Military Olive Drab Cobra Like New at Time of Sale Engines with >500 HRS Available All major components overhauled Airframe Family:Bell 209 / AH-1 Cobra Latest Model: AH-1S-BF Cobra

The machine is described as an “AH-1 Cobra converted to Bell 209,” while engines are listed as GE T700 or Lycoming T53 Turbine. It is located in Palm Beach, Florida and is currently being offered for $2,173,495. Click here and here to check out complete listings.

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“100% Complete” Mirage III Offered For Sale

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A “100% complete Mirage III from the Swiss army” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Mirage III from the Swiss army. 100% complete. Possibility of return in flight but no documents provided with; ejection seat and reactor present as well as 2 additional tanks; very very rare copy in the hand of a private; transport can be organized worldwide at the buyer’s expense.

The aircraft is located in Bort l’Étang, France and is currently being offered for US $175,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“75% Complete” T-38A Talon Projects, “Many Extras” Offered For Sale

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75% complete Northrop T-38A Talon projects “plus many extras” are currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):

The owner has spent years collecting parts. Many of the parts are new surplus and many have tags or USAF paperwork. There are two wings, dash 23 and dash 29. The dash 29 wing is the only one in civilian hands, a 15,000 hour wing with a current time of approximately 800 hours. (Cost of $600,000 to the USAF) The project collection of parts spans over the past 15 years.

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Brickmania to Release F-16 Fighting Falcon LEGO Model Kit

Brickmania has announced the upcoming release of an F-16 Fighting Falcon LEGO model kit in 1/35 scale.

The kit will reportedly include 969 LEGO and Minifig.Cat elements, a custom F-16 pilot minifigure, high-quality sticker sheet and full-color printed building instructions. Additional features include posable flaps and elevators, a detailed cockpit, retractable landing gear, custom printed 20mm cannon slope and “a full combat load out” including two Sidewinders, two Sparrows, and two AMRAAM missiles, plus two external drop tanks.

The kit is currently available for pre-order with an expected release on 4/6/2020. Click below to check out a video overview of the product.

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“Unique, Authentic” de Havilland DH.100 Vampire Offered For Sale

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A “unique, authentic” French de Havilland DH.100 Vampire Vampire survivor is available for sale. The listing states:

“Unique authentic French Vampire survivor!!! De Havilland Vampire DH 100 fighter plane, complete with its Rolls Royce Goblin engine, the cockpit is also complete and in perfect condition. Currently the plane is disassembled at the wings and the drift for storage (see photo) I also have the technical documentation of the device as well as all its history. HISTORY (summary) Registration VX 950 Leaving the factory on 06/17/1949 RAF Manston 06/20/1949 Delivery to the French Air Force on 07/12/1949 25/09/1953 Ground instruction and delivered to the base of Karouba (Tunisia) 11/09/1953 Naval school for instruction 01/20/1954 Naval school of Lanvéoc-Poulmic (Brittany) for instruction 1979 Acquisition by Charles Noetinger and then preserved in his museum”

The aircraft is located in Bort l’Étang, France and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Great Flying Condition” Nanchang CJ-6A Offered For Sale

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A “great flying condition” 1983 Nanchang CJ-6A has hit the market. The listing states:

1983 Nanchang CJ-6A with smoke and Garmin avionics, IFR capable. Engine Huosai HS-6A 285hp with 420SMOH. Stainless exhaust, Clean kit, New tires, New brakes, Air system just overhauled with new valves and check valves. Baggage compartment, and Excellent Paint. Stainless Exhaust, Garmin GTX 327, GNC 250XL, 2 place Intercom, Narco NAV 122D. Great Airplane Runs Smooth and Strong. Spares included. Can deliver for costs.

The aircraft is located in Lebanon, Tennessee and is currently being offered for US $76,500, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Great Example” of 1969 Aero L-29 Delfin Offered For Sale

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A “great example” of a 1969 Aero L-29 Delfin has hit the market. The listing states:

This is a great example of one of the finest jet aircraft ever built by the eastern block countries. These were built to be rugged and to be operated off of grass strips. This airplane is a fairly low time good shape machine. Engine just under 500 hours total time. The airframe around 2500 TT. Ejection seats are cold. Includes a tail cart to split the tail for inspections and maintenance, tow bar, and spares. Great airshow airplane or for that person that always wanted to be their own jet fighter pilot. Sale will include a fresh inspection. Delivery for cost available.

The aircraft is located in Lebanon, Tennessee and is currently being offered for US $52,500, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Immaculate Condition, Low Time” 1946 Luscombe 8E Offered For Sale

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An “excellent condition, low time” 1946 Luscombe 8E that reportedly “turns heads wherever it goes” is available for sale The listing states (in part):

For sale is a 1946 Luscombe 8E in immaculate condition. No expense has been spared when it comes to maintaining this aircraft. Recent upgrades include ADS-B in and out with a Garmin GTX 345 transponder professionally installed by a Certified Garmin Dealer. Continental 100HP O-200-A with 173HRS SMOH and McCauley 1A-101-DCM 6592 prop installed new at overhaul. Fresh Annual preformed in Sept. 2019 as well as an external clean and polish. Interior has been recently refurbished and is in like new condition. All historical records including a complete line of ownership have been kept since 1946! Currently maintained by a Part 145 MX Facility (Lowcountry Aviation) and stored in a climate controlled hangar in Walterboro, SC.

The aircraft is currently being offered for US $44,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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