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HpH to Release Massive 1/32 B-52 Cockpit Section Model Kit

HpH Models has announced the upcoming release of a massive 1/32 B-52 Stratofortress cockpit section model kit.

The new offering will reportedly be priced at 150 Euro, although this will drop to 120 Euro when ordered together with the upcoming B-52 1/48 scale kit. The company notes that the new 1/32 scale cockpit section kit consists basically of enlarged parts from the fully detailed cockpit included with the full 1/48 offering.

The cockpit section kit is currently slated for release “in 3 or 4 weeks.” Click below to check out additional images.

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Just In Time For Christmas: Grumman F3F Pedal Plane For Sale

A Grumman F3F pedal plane has been spotted for sale, accompanied by the following description:

2250hr TT, 450hr SMOH, Current certificate but needs cosmetic attention to bring back to original condition. one owner, 7 lessees, numerous flybys, airshows, fly-ins, 4th of July Parades. Missing engine and pilot, in search of new plane captain.

The listing also points out that the pedal plane was “rebuilt 1989” and in “Good operating condition, combat damage repairs in evidence.” It is located in Cleveland, Ohio and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Kitty Hawk Approaching Release of New Tool FJ-2 Fury Model Kit

Kitty Hawk has announced that their new tool 1/48 FJ-2 Fury model kit will be “coming real soon.”

The FJ-2 is a variant of the F-86 Sabre which was adapted for carrier use with the addition of folding wings and modified nose gear. It was introduced in 1954 and saw service with the US Navy and Marines before being phased out in 1962.

Details on the upcoming kit (KH80155) are scarce, although it is reported to include plastic sprues and decals for a number of machines. A few photos have also been released, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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1944 Douglas A-26B Invader Available For Sale

Please Note: This is an archived post. The information presented here may not be current and the associated listing may no longer be active.

A 1944 Douglas A-26B Invader (S/N 44-34778 C-GWLT) has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

1944 Douglas A26-B Invader, 4438TT, 3666/1059 SNEW Engine, 40 SNEW Prop, G430, Transponder, Dual Flight Controls.

The machine is located in Calgary, Canada with pricing available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Top Image: TSRL [Public Domain], via Wikimedia Commons)

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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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Arma Hobby Announces Upcoming New Tool Hawker Hurricane Mk IIc Model Kit

Arma Hobby has announced the upcoming release of a new tool Hawker Hurricane Mk IIc model kit in 1/72 scale.

The offering will reportedly be available in three versions, including an Expert Set (70035) Model Kit (70036) and a Trop Model Kit (70037).

Its design is said to maintain the rear fuselage shape, wings and tailplane of the company’s previous Mk I kit, with the rest being “an entirely new project.” A list of improvements is also being incorporated, including: Continue reading Arma Hobby Announces Upcoming New Tool Hawker Hurricane Mk IIc Model Kit

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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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New Releases: The Flying Machine Fall Issue and 2019 Collection

Aerodynamic Media, LLC is proud to announce the release of the Fall 2019 edition of The Flying Machine: Early Aero Quarterly.

Issue #13 Contents (36 Pages): Military Aviation Museum’s Thomas-Morse S-4C Restoration (Part 1); Spotlight: Golden Age Air Museum’s Sopwith Pup; Military Aviation Museum Biplanes & Brews 2019 Recap; News Briefs: Pioneer Flight Museum’s Thomas-Morse S-4C Restoration, Newly Completed Fokker D.VII Begins Ground Testing, National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Completes Avro 504K Restoration; Products

In addition to our latest issue, we have also released a new 2019 collection containing issues 10-13 of the journal. Click here to view our complete selection!

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