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Spotted For Sale: Tamiya’s New Tool P-38 “Sample Kits”

Pre-production examples of Tamiya’s upcoming, new tool P-38 F/G Lightning model kit have been spotted for sale.

As previously reported, The kit is currently slated for release on November 20, although 300 “preview kits” in sample, pre-production boxes were raffled off at the recent IPMS USA event in Tennessee.

The offering is described as “the best fitting and most accurate P-38 Lightning F/G model assembly kit to date.” It is touted as accurately depicting early P-38 features such as slimline engine cowlings, intercoolers in leading edges and the curved canopy front. Additional features include a detailed cockpit with wheel-type controls, radio, throttle box and more; parts to recreate two each of 150- and 300-gallon drop tanks and weights to ensure correct balance of the model when displayed. Two livery options are also included representing “White 147,” a P-38G which took part in the interception of Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto in April 1943, and P-38F “White 33.

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BAE Hawk Fuselage Project Offered For Sale

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A BAE Hawk fuselage project which reportedly includes parts from XX286 and Red Arrow XX304 has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Here we have a unique opportunity to own your own Hawk project. Basically on offer: 1 main fuselage on 4 wheel stand. 2 new front Cockpit cone 3. Boxed complete front windscreen assembly and glass + spare glass. 4. Cockpit canopy. 5. Panel 6 . 3 Red Arrow top panels from XX 304, crashed and pilot ejected in 1988. 7. Ram 8 . Assorted cockpit parts. Possibility to be delivered in uk. Non of the parts are sold as airworthy. In dry store.

The project is located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire UK and is currently being offered for £8,999, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Eduard Releases Limited Edition, New Tool “Chattanooga Choo Choo” P-51D Kit

Eduard released its new tool, limited edition “Chattanooga Choo Choo” P-51D model kit.

As previously reported, the offering (11134) is described as the first item based on the new 1/48 P-51D Mustang kit and is focused on the D-5 production block with additionally mounted dorsal fin fillet assembly. It includes decals by Cartograf for six markings of 8th and 15th USAAF Mustangs.

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Two Nord Noralpha 1101 / Me208 Projects Offered For Sale

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Two Nord 1101/Messerschmitt 208 aircraft projects are currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):

For sale today is a fantastic opportunity to purchase 2x Nord 1101/Messerschmitt 208 aircraft. The first and nicer aircraft is 90% complete with wings, undercarriage, wheels and one engine cowling. It has been totally stripped of paint and been painted in yellow primer and then a nice green topcoat. The tail fin still retaining a painted marking. The other one is just a fuselage in grey, the cockpit does have rudder pedals, control grips and a throttle box though. This one also has undercarriage to and could easily be used as a film prop or crashed aircraft display. Both would also make Ideal projects to turn into museum exhibits or for use on the 1940’s show circuits making fantastic diorama displays. Neither have any engines or propellers and need work internally to the cockpit but both are great projects.

The machines are located in Peterborough, UK and are currently priced at £3,850, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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First Look: Tamiya’s Upcoming New Tool P-38 Lightning Kit

Tamiya has shared a new series of pre-production photos of their upcoming new tool 1/48 P-38F/G Lightning kit, which is reportedly on display at the IPMS Nationals in Chattanooga, TN through August 10.

As previously reported, the kit (61120) is the product of “extensive research and ever-evolving mold making techniques” and is described as “the best fitting and most accurate P-38 Lightning F/G model assembly kit to date.”

It is said to accurately depict early P-38 features such as slimline engine cowlings, intercoolers in leading edges and the curved canopy front. Additional features include a detailed cockpit with wheel-type controls, radio, throttle box and more; parts to recreate two each of 150- and 300-gallon drop tanks and weights to ensure correct balance of the model when displayed. Two livery options are also included representing “White 147,” a P-38G which took part in the interception of Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto in April 1943, and P-38F “White 33. Continue reading First Look: Tamiya’s Upcoming New Tool P-38 Lightning Kit

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Kermit Weeks Shares Video Update on Sikorsky S-38 Project

For his latest installment of Kermit Cam, Fantasy of Flight owner Kermit Weeks visits Langer Aviation in Minnesota to check up on his Sikorsky S-38 project.

Langer is working hard to complete the example of the machine, which was introduced in 1928 and became Sikorsky’s first widely produced amphibious flying boat. Weeks hopes that the aircraft will be ready in time for involvement in what he describes as “a really big IMAX film project about Martin and Osa Johnson, that will shoot in Africa, and feature both my Sikorsky S-39 and this S-38.”

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“Fully Restored” Spitfire Mk XVI RW382 Offered For Sale

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1945 Supermarine Spitfire Mk XVI RW382 is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

Manufactured at Castle Bromwich in 1945 as a Spitfire Mk LFVXIe; Served with the Royal Air Force until December 1954; Appeared in the ‘Battle of Britain’ film as a static airframe; RW382 has been fully restored, with an overhauled engine and propeller, flying again in 2013; Engine has 450 hours remaining to overhaul (out of 500 hours); RW382 is in outstanding condition; Aircraft to be sold with a new ‘Permit to Fly’ (valid for 12 months) and overhauled propeller

The aircraft is located at London Biggin Hill Airport and is being offered for GBP £2,650,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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“Ready to Fly” BAC Jet Provost Mk. V Offered For Sale

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BAC Jet Provost Mk. V N287XW has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

N287XW (Ser XW287) is the first pressurized Mk. 5 to roll off the assembly line at the British Air Corporation. It was used by the Royal Air Force as a jet trainer and as a demonstration aircraft. It flew as part of the “Red Pelican’s” Team. N287XW was imported into the USA in 1994 and then acquired by the current owner in July 2017. N287XW flew at Oshkosh 2018 with the RAF Spitfire & RAF DHC-1 Chipmunk as part of the RAF 100th Anniversary Showcase.

The aircraft reportedly includes Cleveland brake conversion and is described as “ready to fly.” It is also touted as offering a host of recent updates: Continue reading “Ready to Fly” BAC Jet Provost Mk. V Offered For Sale

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Titan T-51 Mustang Offered For Sale “Anything Considered”

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A 3/4 scale, two-seat Titan T-51 Mustang is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

For sale at a bargain price is my Titan T51 Mustang, First to be built & flown in Europe in 2009 , Built by Dave Stephens. Rotax 912s engine; 400 hours total on engine and airframe; Some accident history a few years ago with the second owner, gear up landing, The original builder recovered the aircraft and carried out all repair work. MT Constant speed propeller; 3 way retractable gear; She’s still flying with permit until May 2020 but requires work to bring her upto 100%.

The aircraft is located in Norwich, UK and is being offered for GBP 65,000, although offers are also being accepted. The listing also states “Anything considered. Cheaper aircraft group A or a Microlight either 3 axis or weightshift; Motor cruiser; Sailing Yacht; Classic car; American Muscle car.”

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“The Flying Machine” Summer 2019 Edition Now Available!

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