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First Look: Test Build of MENG’s Upcoming 1/32 Fokker F.1/Dr.1 Model Kit

MENG has released a number of photos showing a test build of its upcoming Fokker F.1/Dr.1 model kit in 1/32 scale.

As previously reported, The offering (QS-002) is described as “a carefully studied, large scale” model kit “with precise details,” boasting “accurate exteriors, wing structure and realistic fabric covering.” Additional features reportedly include “completely replicated” cockpit interior and engine construction, PE cooling jackets and sights for the machine guns.

Three build options are included, allowing a representation of the Fokker F.1, Dr.1 (Early Production) or Dr.1 (Late Production). The rudder and ailerons can also be installed at selected angles. As for livery options, it has only been reported that von Richthofen’s machine is included.

According to Scalemates, the model is a rebox of Wingnut Wings’ new tool F.1/Dr.1 offering which, as of this writing, is listed as “in development.” The MENG kit will reportedly be available “soon.”

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Douglas DC-3A Offered For Sale With “Numerous Airframe Spares,” Extra Engine

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1940 Douglas DC-3A S/N 2239 (N28AA) has hit the market.

It was the fifth DC-3A delivered to Braniff Airways in 1940 as N25666. In April 1953 the aircraft was sold to Trans Texas Airways who operated it for the next 15 years. It then flew with various airlines including Eastern Express Airlines, a subsidiary of Eastern Airlines. It was eventually acquired by the late Ron Alexander, who performed an overhaul of the machine, installing a new passenger interior and applying the polished / painted finish. It was sold to the current owner in 2017.

The airframe reportedly has 83,025 TTSN while the two Pratt & Whitney R-1830 engines have 930 and 1479 SMOH. It includes an avionics package, “numerous airframe spares,” and a spare R-1830 engine w/ 650 hrs SMOH.​

The aircraft is located in Georgia and is currently being offered for $350,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.
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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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“Absolutely Complete, Unique” 1919 Aircraft Offered For Sale

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An aircraft described as having been built by aviator Charles Dumont following WW1 is currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):

Purchased from the family who had kept it out of sight for almost a century.
This aircraft is absolutely complete and can be restarted quite easily. Can be shipped by 20-foot container worldwide. For serious buyers only, firm price

The machine is located in Bort l’Étang, France and is currently being offered for US $50,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Brengun Announces Upcoming SBD Dauntless Model Kit

Hauler – Brengun has announced the upcoming release of a new Douglas SBD Dauntless model kit in 1/144 scale.

The announcement was accompanied by the above image and “Vejtasa,” suggesting that the offering will include the livery of the machine flown by WW2 ace Swede Vejtasa, which operated from USS Yorktown during the Battle of the Coral Sea in 1942.

Pricing, kit contents and a potential release date have not yet been announced.

(Hauler – Brengun via AeroScale)

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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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Kermit Weeks’ A-26 Project Marks Major Milestone With Engine Run [Video]

Fantasy of Flight owner Kermit Weeks has shared a new update on his A-26 restoration, including footage of the machine coming to life, a “major milestone” in its progress.

As previously reported, the aircraft (S/N 41-39401) reportedly saw wartime service with the 9th Air Force and served with the Van Nuys Air National Guard before beginning civilian use as N3457G / “Whistler’s Mother.” Later acquired by Weeks, the A-26 was damaged during Hurricane Andrew in 1992 and trucked to Chino in 1997, where it is now being restored by Carl Scholl and Tony Ritzman of Aero Trader.

Kermit notes that they “are starting to make serious progress towards completion.” Stating “the airplane was already very original, but it’s being restored to an even higher degree of authenticity. When completed, there will never be an A-26B to compete with this one.”

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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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1937 Lockheed 12A Electra Jr., Oshkosh Grand Champion, For Sale With Reduced Price

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1937 Lockheed 12A “Electra Jr.” S/N 1222 (CF-LKD), 2012’s Oshkosh Grand Champion (Antique) “considered by many to be the finest Lockheed 10/12 restoration in the world” is for sale with a newly reduced price.

The airframe reportedly has 17,088 TTSN and 167 hours since complete restoration (2012). The two Pratt & Whitney R-985 SB Wasp Jr. engines have 167 and 774 hrs SMOH. The machine includes an avionics package as well as an extensive spares package which includes a spare set of good propeller blades, 1942 Clark B heavy tug, large wings stands and various specialized tools.

The aircraft is now available for US$995,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(via Platinum Fighter Sales)

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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.