Dora Wings has shared test build photos of their upcoming, new tool P-43 Lancer model kit in 1/48 scale.
To date, details about the upcoming kit (DW48029) are scarce, but it appears that it will include US, Chinese and RAAF markings. It will reportedly be available sometime after July 10.
Click below to check out a selection of the newly released images.
Continue reading First Look: Dora Wings’ New Tool P-43 Lancer Completed Test Build
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A W670 Continental-powered 1941 Boeing Stearman PT-17 Kaydet has hit the market. The listing states (in part):
SMOH: 530; Redline Brakes; Registration N6348; Always Hangared; Plane is in great shape!
The aircraft is located in Dublin, Georgia and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.
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Following the recent release of their Stearman PT-17 Kaydet model kit in 1/32 scale in May, Roden has announced the upcoming release of a second kit representing the Stearman PT-13/N2S-2/N2S-5 Kaydet.
As of this writing, details on the new 1/32 offering (633) are limited, although the company notes that it will “soon appear.”
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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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Roden has announced the upcoming release of a new tool Convair B-36B Peacemaker (Early) model kit in 1/144 scale.
At the moment details are limited, although the new offering (347) will “soon appear.”
(via RodenKits Additional Information via Scalemates)
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An 80% scale Fisher R-80 Tiger Moth project has hit the market. The listing states (in part):
This is an 80% Tiger Moth manufactured by Fisher Flying Projects. N8CXI purchased the plane as you see it with the expectation to get it back in the air. Due to health, I will not be completing the project The previous owner removed the C-90 engine to put on another project and I purchased the plane. It was manufactured in 2005 and last flew two years ago. It is complete with the exception of the nose bowl and the lower portion of the bowl, they were damaged when removed from the plane, I do have the pieces. It is set for a C-90 engine, I have a manifold for that engine, muffler had prop hub. As you can see for the photos it is a very complete aircraft, radio, transponder, full gauges. It is currently registered, and I do have the aircraft log along with some photos of the construction. I also have the directions from Fisher on a CD.
The aircraft is reportedly located at Denton Airport (DTO) in Texas and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.
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Arma Hobby is gearing up to release the second in their series of three new Wildcat model kits in 1/72 scale.
The new Wildcat VI (70032) will follow the recent release of Arma’s FM-2 Wildcat “Expert Set” and include two livery options representing JV699/J-F, HMS Trumpeter late 1944, and JV884/B1-C ex S-C, 882 Dywizjon FAA, Sub.Lt, Frearson, HMS Searcher, August 1945, Indian Ocean.
The new offering is currently slated for release in July. Click below to check out additional images.
Continue reading First Look: Liveries, Contents For Arma’s Upcoming Wildcat VI Kit
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A 1941 Fairchild M62A PT-19 has hit the market. The listing states (in part):
…meticulously maintained and cared for. Historically speaking, this aircraft was on the assembly line, at the Fairchild Plant, when the United States entered World War II, December 08, 1941. The Aircraft was delivered to the U.S. Army Air Corps, Bonham Field, Texas, 302d Squadron, late December 1941, for use as a primary flight trainer. An absolute pleasure to fly! Ranger 200HP inverted 6 cylinder engine with great cylinder compression, operates flawlessly. Designed with a wide main gear stance to reduce the possibility of ground loop. Very easy to land and control on the ground, with rudder controlled tail wheel.
A complete set of logs dating from civilian release September 04, 1945, are included. No damage history. As of June 23, 2020, TTAF 3751 SMOH 215.5. Mark Denest restoration 2001, with restoration photo album.
The aircraft is located in Huntsville, Texas and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.
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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.
Click below to check out product link and sprue photos.
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North American TF-51D N327DB (S/N 44-84860) has hit the market.
The airframe reportedly has 2841 hrs total time (1841 hrs since restoration) while the Packard V-1650-7 engine (with 500 Series Heads and Banks / Carbide fingers installed) has 26 hrs since overhaul by Mike Barrow.
The machine reportedly features an avionics package, dual cockpit controls with instruments and throttle / prop controls, Hooker harness, high pressure oxygen (both seats), newer style panel with 3″ gyros, etc. A lengthy list of spares is also included, including a zero time Packard V-1650-7 engine with 500 series Heads and Banks (transport) / carbide fingers, set of main landing gear parts, three main wheels, tailwheel and tire, right wing tip / extension panel and misc boxes of small parts.
The aircraft is located in Santa Rosa, CA and is currently being offered for $3,350,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.
(Photo: Bill Larkins / CC BY-SA via Wikimedia Commons)
