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1948 F-94A Starfire Fuselage Offered For Sale

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A 1948 Lockheed F-94A Starfire fuselage is currently available for sale. The listing states:

1948 Lockheed f94 A Model number 2 prototype40 ft. Long1st all weather jet radar intercepterArmy air coreIn the cockpit, It has both seats and sticks and pedals but, no instrument panels or gauges.There are no wings or tail fins, only what you see in the pictures is all there is.If you want wings, T33 wings are compatible with this aircraft and they are out there and you can find them. No engine in it.

The fuselage is located in West Islip, New York and is currently being offered for US $20,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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ICM Releases New Do 217J-1/2 Night Fighter Model Kit

ICM has released its new Do 217J-1/2 model kit in 1/48 scale.

According to Scalemates, the offering (48272) is based on ICM’s new tool Do 217N-1 kit (48271). The new kit is touted as offering highly detailed engines and cockpit interior as well as marking options for four machines.

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“Fairly Low Time, Good Shape” Aero L-29 Delphin For Sale, Price Reduced

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A 1969 Aero L-29 Delphin is for sale with a reduced price. The listing states (in part):

Aero L-29 Delphin 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 and has passed inspection for continued operation. 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. Trades for a Center Console Boat considered.

The machine is located in Lebanon, Tennessee and is now being offered for US $49,500 (offers are also being accepted). Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Eduard to Release Limited Edition B-26 “Wine, Women & Song” Model Kit

Eduard has announced the upcoming release of a limited edition B-26B/C Marauder “Wine, Women & Song” model kit in 1/72 scale.

The kit (2129) reportedly contains Hasegawa plastic parts, Eduard Brassin wheels, photo etched details, painting mask and nine marking options for 9th and 12th USAAFB-26B/C in ETO and MTO service.

The kit is currently slated for release in June. Click below to check out additional, newly released images of the box design.

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Arma Releases New Tool FM-2 Wildcat “Expert Set” Model Kit

Arma Hobby has released its new tool FM-2 Wildcat “Expert Set” model kit in 1/72 scale.

As previously reported, the model will reportedly be released in three boxings, including an FM-2 Wildcat Expert Set (70031), Wildcat Mk VI Model Kit (70032) and FM-2 Wildcat Model Kit (70033). The project will also continue into the F4F-4 Wildcat version at some point.

The new Expert Set kit appears to boast photo etched details and marking options for six machines, including aircraft of VC-8, VC-10, VC-69, VC-96 and 882 Squadron.

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Antonov AN-30 “Two Aircraft Units” Offered For Sale

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An Antonov AN-30, a type reportedly developed from the An-24 for aerial cartography and used by the Ukrainian, Bulgarian and Romanian Air Forces, has been spotted for sale.

Details on the offering are extremely limited, with the listing stating “Two aircraft units. Airworthiness.” The location is displayed as Воронеж, Russian Federation while the price is US $590,000 (although offers are also being accepted). Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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For Sale: “WW1 German Pilot Photo Album” With Approx. 240 Images

A “WW1 German pilot photo album” reportedly containing approximately 240 images has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Very large hardbound photo album about 50 x 34 cm, with approximately 240 photos on carton type pages. Photos range in size from 5 x 5cm to very large 35 x 27cm! All photos are very sharp and in great condition. Each page is protected by a clear divider page and this has probably helped keep the photos in such good condition. The content of the album is excellent, though as the photos are not labelled, bar a few faintly in pencil, the unit is not clear though appears to be FA 290b and the photos date from 1918, certainly pilots graves seem to be from this unit and thoses pilots or observer badges that are clear enough, are Bavarian. Continue reading For Sale: “WW1 German Pilot Photo Album” With Approx. 240 Images

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Canadair T-33 With “Avionics Upgrade and Overhaul, Spare Engine” For Sale

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Canadair T-33 N467AV (S/N 467) has hit the market. The airframe reportedly has 11405 hours TTSNEW (Time since A.U.P. Upgrade: 606 Hours), while the Rolls Royce Canada Ltd. NENE 10 engine has 850 Hrs SMOH (1800 TBO /mini hot-section completed by Victoria Air Maintenance, 2009).

The AUP project (1996-1999) made the most significant change to the avionics and electronic capabilities for the CT-133 (by Kelowna Flightcraft). This particular T-33s is an AUP aircraft and reportedly incorporates an AN/RC-511(V)- VHF Radio System; Dual AN/AIC-505- Intercommunications System; AN/ARN-147(V)- VOR/ILS System; AN/ARN-149- ADF System; Navigation Switching Unit; AN/APN-194(V)- Radar Altimeter; Dual Annunciator Panels; Dual ADI 350S; Solid State Invertors; Canopy Yoke; AN/ARC-UHF System; Stormscope; 2 Collins TDR-90 Transponders; Dual SSD-120 Encoders; ACK-451 406 ELT. The interior was “completely redone” at AUP with “new panels, placards and detailing.”

A spare NENE 10 engine is also included. The machine is located in Reno, Nevada and is currently being offered for $210,000. Click here and here to check out complete listings.

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“Very Good Condition” Ranger L 440-1 Aviation Engine Offered For Sale

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A “very good condition” 1942 Ranger engine L 440-1 / 6-440 C-2 aviation engine has hit the market.

Additional details are scarce, although a number of photos accompany the listing. The engine is located in Sound Beach, New York and is currently being offered for US $2,250. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Restored, Museum Condition, Static” UH-1H/205 Huey Offered For Sale

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A “restored, museum condition” 1966 UH-1H Huey in Medevac configuration has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

The helicopter is an in and out restoration project, in Medevac configuration, the interior was stripped, repainted and re assembled with some newer components and seats, (I can offer litter setup with purchase) the exterior has been completely repainted as well and new letters painted. Potential buyers, please know that this aircraft does not come with data plate or maintenance records, it can’t be made to fly so please don’t ask what it takes to be flyable, is for static purposes only… The aircraft is ready to put in a museum or use at a parade… The aircraft has many of its components, there are some not visible components not installed but, all visible are there for complete static display. The transmission is installed and the engine will be included with the purchase. The helicopter comes with both sets of main and tail rotor blades, i will leave them removed for transportation purposes though…

The Huey is located in Holiday, Florida and is currently being offered for US $70,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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