Category: Modern Era (1945-Present)

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E-Flite Releases F-18 Hornet 80mm PNP / BNF RC Model

E-Flite has released its new F-18 Hornet 80mm EDF RC model.

As previously reported, the product is touted as offering “an all-new design with the size, scale details, functional features and performance to deliver an unmatched flying experience.” Equipped with 6S LiPo power, its V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-RPM brushless inrunner motor and 100A ESC “deliver fantastic performance with virtually instantaneous throttle response.”

Extra details reportedly include molded-in panel lines and hatches, removable ordnance and drop tanks, a pilot figure, LED navigation lights, full-flying stabs, operational flaps, retracts and sequenced gear doors. Continue reading E-Flite Releases F-18 Hornet 80mm PNP / BNF RC Model

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Restored, Airworthy F-4U-5N Corsair Offered For Sale

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A 1951 Chance Vought F-4U-5N Corsair (B/N 123168 / VH-III) is currently available for sale.

The machine was constructed in 1951 for the US Navy and was later delivered to the FA Hondurena in March 1956 as FAH603. In subsequent years, the aircraft passed through the hands of Hollywood Wings Inc. and the Disney Corporation, which gifted it to RNZAF Museum. In 1996, the unrestored Corsair was traded to its current owner for a P-40F project. Continue reading Restored, Airworthy F-4U-5N Corsair Offered For Sale

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For Sale: “Two T-33s For The Price of One”

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A pair of Canadair T-33 MK3 air have hit the market. The listing states (in part):

One low time one mid time. One aircraft has a boom for flight test equipment could be used to mount cameras. This aircraft was flown and maintained at the Canadian test flight facility in BC.

The aircraft are stored in Reno, Nevada and are currently being offered for $125,000, although the listing states “no reasonable offer refused.” Click here to check out the complete listing.

Image: (Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons)

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Restored Yak-11 With “Very Interesting” Background Offered For Sale

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A 1953 Yakovlev Yak-11 (SN 171101 / D-FMAX) is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

AVAILABLE FOR SALE! 1953 Yakovlev Yak-11 (SN 171101 / D-FMAX). Aircraft Restored In Germany. Airframe 560 Hours TSO, Engine 295hrs TSO (ASCH-21 7-Cylinder), Prop 50 Hours TSO. Very Interesting Military And Civilian Background: Czech, Egypt, Israel, UK, France and Germany.

The airframe reportedly has 560 hrs TSO, while the ASCH-21 7-cylinder engine has 295hrs TSO (Vintage Engine TL, Little Gransden, 2002). It is currently being offered for 375’000 EUR (excl. VAT). Click here and here to check out complete listings.

(Photo: Julian Herzog via Wikimedia Commons)

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First Look: AFV Club’s Upcoming U-2C Dragon Lady Early/Late Model Kit

AFV Club is slated to release a new U-2C Dragon Lady Early/Late Type model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (AR48114) will reportedly include landing-gear doors and airbrake that can be positioned open or closed, accurate cockpit details, appropriate”Type B” camera that can be displayed independently, two intake types, long dorsal electronics fairing and “Sugar scoop” infrared deflector. It is said to also include photo-etched parts and markings for USAF and Republic of China Air Force machines.

A final release date has not yet been announced, although the kit is described as “coming soon.”

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Partially Restored Hawker Sea Fury Project Offered For Sale

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A Hawker Sea Fury project has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

One of the last Iraqi Fury projects around. F-102 Wheels & Brakes, Second seat installed, R-3350 engine mount kit, and one Alameda OH R 3350-26WD. Restoration started by Pacific Fighters. Most of the parts have been stripped, Inspected and painted. Center section stripped and cleaned ready for paint. Cockpit section restored and painted back to stock military configuration.

The project is located in Idaho Falls, ID. Pricing is available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Image: Crown Copyright or Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons)

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Lockheed P2V Neptune Cockpit Section Offered For Sale

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The cockpit section of a cold war-era Lockheed P2V Neptune maritime patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft has hit the market.

Details on the section are limited, although it is described as “for parts or not working” and reportedly includes “a very large compliment of the original instruments.” As seen in the photo, windows are covered with a protective spraylat coating.

The section is located in Toquerville, Utah and is currently available for US $25,000, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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MiG-17F Project Offered For Sale

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A “beautiful example” of a 1959 MiG-17F has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

This airplane was built in Poland as a LIM 5 with afterburner. Serial number 1C1423. The aircraft has nice paint and is in original unmodified condition. Sale includes the airframe, VK1F afterburner engine, logbooks and towbar. The aircraft served with the Polish airforce 34th PLM at Gdynia. It was imported to the USA in 1993. It is not currently registered with the FAA and is not certified. The airplane is not currently airworthy. The aircraft had some water damage in the cockpit that would need restoration before preparing for certification. Additionally some elevator repair needed. Engine turns freely but was not started.

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

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Parts/Static Display F-86F Airframe Offered For Sale

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North American F-86F S/N 52-5303 is available for sale.

The listing states that the machine is in poor condition and therefore for parts or static display. It also lacks an engine. It is located in Troutville, Virginia and is currently being offered for $55,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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Brickmania Releases 1/35 F-22 Raptor LEGO Model Kit

Brickmania has released a new, limited edition 1/35 Lockheed F-22 Raptor LEGO model kit.

The offering (BKM8005) consists of 1528 LEGO elements, a high-quality sticker sheet, printed elements, custom F-22 pilot minifigure and full-color building instructions. Additional features include working landing gear, posable flaps, elevators, and thrust vectoring nozzles, as well as a detailed cockpit, arresting hook and Gatling gun door. Also included are three opening missile bays and a combat load out that includes two Sidewinders and two AMRAAM missiles, as well as a brick-built display stand.

Click below to check out the product page and a video overview of the new kit.

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