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ICM Releases New Tool B-26B-50 Invader Model Kit

ICM Models has released a new B-26B-50 Invader “Korean War American Bomber” model kit in 1/48 scale.

Details appear to be limited, but the new item for September (48281) is reportedly created with “100% new molds” and is described as including highly detailed engines, armament and cockpit interior and marking options for three aircraft.

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DHC-1 Chipmunk For Sale: “Runs Great and Trouble-Free”

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A 1950 de Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk has hit the market.

The listing states that the machine “runs great” and is “trouble-free.” It reportedly has 120 hrs SMOH on engine and airframe and is equipped with Garmin comm/nav, transponder, intercom, modern engine accessories and instruments, Hoffman prop and Cleveland wheels/brakes.

The aircraft is located in Lancaster, California and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Flight Replicas to Release B-24 Liberator for FSX, P3D

Flight simulation developer Flight Replicas has shared an update on their upcoming B-24J Liberator, which will reportedly be “for all versions of FSX and P3D.”

The update states that the aircraft is coming along well with the external model nearing completion and the creation of the virtual cockpit to follow. In addition to the J version, D and H models will reportedly also be available, as will the C-87 cargo/passenger prototype.

The machine seen in the newly released images represents 44-40120, which operated with 492 BG/859 BS (where it completed its first 25 missions) and later 467 BG/ 788 BS (to complete 83 missions).

A final release date has not yet been announced. Click below to check out additional screenshots.

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F-86F N8630 Offered For Sale

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F-86F S/N 52-4689 (N8630), based at the Vintage Flying Museum in Ft. Worth, Texas, is currently available for sale. The listing states:

F-86F-30-NA S/N 52-4689 N8630 and nearly 1600 line items of equaling about 9000 items. The spares include 3 GE J-47 engine cores in cans, combustion burner cans, brakes, flight controls, drop tanks/pylons, a set of wings, actuators, valves, and much more. This F-86F has the desirable and larger “6-3” wing. It last served in the Bolivian Air Force. The aircraft has been stored in the museum’s hangars since it arrived in 1994. It is a VERY stock aircraft. There are no logbooks for the aircraft or engines and the aircraft does not have an airworthiness certificate.

The machine is currently available for $140,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: Pete Webber via Flickr)

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HK Models to Release New Tool B-17G (Early Production) Kit

Hong Kong Models has announced the upcoming release of a new tool B-17G Flying Fortress (Early Production) model kit in 1/48 scale.

The offering (01F001) is the manufacturer’s first kit in 1/48 scale and is described as easy to build with nice surface detail, sensible part engineering, beautiful markings and fantastic box art by Piotr Forkasiewicz.

It appears that marking options will be included for two machines, including S/N 42-31353 of 322 BS/91 BG, and S/N 42-98008 of 834 BS, 486 BG. The kit will reportedly be released in October.

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“Complete” Airdrome Aeroplanes Fokker D.VIII Offered For Sale

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A 3/4 Airdrome Aeroplanes Fokker D.VIII has hit the market. The listing states:

This is a 3/4 scale fokker d v111 kit produced by airdrome airplanes. It as a 2706 hirth engine g50 gear box. Engine is running strong plane is complete has not flown only taxied. Still needs inspection for tail number. Has log book. Can provide video of plane running.

The machine is located in Carlsbad, New Mexico and is currently being offered for US $3,500. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Brickmania Releases 1/35 DH.98 Mosquito FB MK.VI LEGO Model Kit

Brickmania has released a new, limited edition 1/35 DH.98 Mosquito FB MK.VI LEGO model kit.

The offering (BKM2264) consists of 934 LEGO elements, a high-quality sticker sheet, printed elements, two crew minifigures and full-color building instructions. Additional features include brick-build invasion stripes and tail insignia, functional bomb bay doors, detailed cockpit, working landing gear and shrouded exhaust.

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1949 Grumman Guardian, “Only Flyable Aircraft of Its Kind” Offered For Sale

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1949 Grumman Guardian S/N 126792, described as “the only flyable aircraft of its kind,” is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

A lot of New parts have Been Installed During Restoration. New Prop, New paint, New Tires, New Control Surfaces, Lots Of Work to get it up to the Point it is. Needs Little to get it to Annual and ready to Go.

The machine is located in Texas and is currently being offered for $399,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: Eric Salard via Wikimedia Commons)

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1942 Ryan PT-22 Offered For Sale

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A 1942 Ryan PT-22 has hit the market.

The listing states that the aircraft is disassembled. the wings were removed to refinish surfaces and as of 2010 it was reportedly logged as airworthy.

The aircraft is located in Piracicaba, SP, Brazil and is currently being offered for US $55,000 although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Totally Restored” P-51D Mustang Offered For Sale

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P-51D Mustang S/N 44-63350 (N51TK) has hit the market.

Details are scarce, but the machine is described as “totally restored” and is located in Davidson, SK Canada. It is currently being offered for $2.75m. Click here and here to check out complete listings.

(Photo: Bill Larkins via Flickr)