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Special Hobby Releases Renderings, Markings for Upcoming TP-40N Kit

Special Hobby has revealed new renderings and marking options for their upcoming TP-40N model kit in 1/72 scale.

The TP-40N is a two-seat trainer conversion of the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk. It keeps the P-40’s characteristic long nose and Allison V-1710 engine.

The company states that the decals for the upcoming release (72543) will feature three aircraft: olive/gray, natural metal, and olive with green spots/gray. The kit itself will combine plastic and 3D printed parts. Click below to check out additional images.

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1973 Pitts Special For Sale: “Restoration Project”

A 1973 Pitts Special S-1 has been spotted for sale. Details are limited, but the listing states that it is part of a restoration project.

The S-1 is a compact, single-seat aerobatic biplane designed by Curtis Pitts for high-performance stunt flying, and it became one of the most influential aircraft in airshow and competition aerobatics. It has been a favorite among aerobatic pilots since the 1940s.

The aircraft is located in Mesa, Arizona and is currently available for US $25,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos.

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Fieseler Fi 156 Storch Detailed in Revised and Enhanced Second Edition Book

Coming soon from MMPBooks and author Dariusz Karnas is Fieseler Fi 156 Storch (Yellow Series), a second edition that reportedly includes new color profiles, enhanced content and a thoroughly revised and improved text.

The Fieseler Fi 156 Storch (stork) was a German liaison aircraft built before and during World War II, and even post war in France. It remains famous to this day for its excellent STOL performance and remarkable wartime exploits. This book describes in detail the technical aspects of the aircraft, its design and development. All wartime versions are described in detail.

It contains: scale plans in 1/72 nd scale; photos and drawings from Technical Manuals; superb color illustrations of camouflage and markings; rare b+w archive photographs; color photos of preserved aircraft.

The 256 page book is currently available for pre-order with release set for August 10.

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MiniArt Releases New Long Range P-47N-2RE Thunderbolt Model Kit

MiniArt has released their new P-47N-2RE Thunderbolt Basic model kit in 1/48 scale.

Aas previously reported, this particular variant was a long-range version of the famous American fighter. Designed for extended operations, the P-47N featured a distinctive wing shape and increased fuel capacity, making it well suited for late-war escort and ground attack missions.

The kit (48068) is part of a range of new P-47 variants offered by the company. It is described as highly detailed and accurate with photo-etched parts and marking options for two aircraft.

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1977 Mooney M20J For Sale: “Well-Maintained, Regularly Flown”

A 1977 Mooney M20J has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This 1977 Mooney M20J is a well-maintained, regularly flown aircraft… 4,292 total time and 833 hours since major overhaul, including a new camshaft installed approximately 150 hours ago… The panel is equipped with a Garmin GTN 650, Garmin aera 660 coupled, Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out, JPI 730 engine monitor, and dual Electroair electronic ignition. It also features a working Century III autopilot with altitude hold… Performance upgrades include a Power Flow exhaust, inflatable door seal, one-piece belly pan, and upgraded thicker windows. Additional highlights include wing tanks sealed by Weep No More in 2012, hangared storage, and regular use and maintenance. A 2012 gear-up incident was repaired at a Mooney Service Center in Wilmar. This aircraft cruises lean of peak at approximately 145 KTAS while burning only 8 to 8.5 GPH, making it an efficient and capable option for personal or cross-country flying.

The aircraft is located in Lakeville, Minnesota and is currently available with offers being being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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Arma Hobby Releases Completely New Tool F4F-3 Wildcat Kit

Arma Hobby has released their completely new tool F4F-3 Wildcat in 1/72 scale.

As previously reported, the offering (70090) represents the early Wildcat from the opening months of the Pacific War and is made from completely new molds created specifically for this version. It includes plastic parts, canopy and wheel masks, and a 3D print digital file containing seat with harness, exhaust pipes, landing gear opening mechanism chains, cockpit control lever set, and gun barrels. Decals are also included with marking options for three aircraft: “F-5”, VF-2, USS Lexington, flown by Lt. Albert O. Vorse Jr.; BuNo 4019 “211-F-11”, VMF-211; “F-13”, VF-3, USS Lexington.

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Fisher Flying Products FP-101 Project For Sale: “Full Plans / Instructions Included”

A Fisher Flying Products FP-101 project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This is a partially built Fisher Flying Products FP-101. It was built and flown previously, but then wrecked during a landing when a log was hit in a field. It was then sold and mostly finished and then stored. All the fabric work is done. A rotax 447 engine is installed which has dual carbs and is pull start. A cowling has been mostly fabricated. The interior was not done but a dash has been cut out. The prop is not included. The wing is wired for lights, but no lights are installed. Wing struts are included. It needs some work to finish. This will have to be picked up, I do not have a way to ship it unless it is local delivery. The original windshield is there and could be used as-is or used for a pattern. The full set of plans and instructions is also included.

The aircraft is located in Airway Heights, Washington and is currently available for US $4,995 although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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New Two Volume Biography of Max Immelmann Dispels Myths, Provides New Insights

Recently released by Aeronaut Books and author Dr. Hannes Täger is the two volume set Immelmann – Life and Death of an Aviation Legend: Biography of Fighter Pilot Oberleutnant Max Immelmann (1890-1916), which tells the true story of Max Immelmann, one of the first fighter pilots and creator of air combat tactics, who was a close comrade and rival of Oswald Boelcke.

This comprehensive biography – richly illustrated with nearly 700 images – dispels old misconceptions and myths. It also provides remarkable new insights into this legendary Saxon aviator, his private and romantic life, his air combats, his death, and his legacy.

The volumes are available in Hardcover, paperback and Kindle editions. Volume 1 has 279 pages, Volume 2 has 323 pages.

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MiniArt Releases New Fw 190D-9 Advanced Model Kit

MiniArt has released their new Fw 190D-9 (early production) advanced kit in 1/48 scale.

As previously reported, the early-production Fw 190D-9 was the “long-nose” development of the Fw 190A, reworked around the liquid-cooled Jumo 213 engine to improve high-altitude performance and interceptor capability. It entered Luftwaffe service in 1944 and was valued for its stronger climb and speed compared with earlier Fw 190 variants.

The kit (48044) captures the distinctive long nose profile of the “Dora” and includes additional details for an enhanced building experience, including PE parts, detailed cockpit and exterior surfaces and decals with three marking options. The company also released a basic version of the kit in May.

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1967 Cessna 182 For Sale: “Full Horton STOL / Speed Kits”

A 1967 Cessna 182 has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

3500TT 420 smoh. Full horton Stol kit! Full Horton speed kit! Flint tip tanks! 100gal usable 10hr trips! On demand turbo. Only use when you need to cruise high altitude. Rayjays! Full repaint absolutely nice plane. New bladders, She’s going thru extensive annual with all AD compliance and New adsb install. Probably 2 weeks out! Nice interior with center console, Digital radios, Auto pilot.

The aircraft is located in Jonesborough, Tennessee and is currently available for US $179,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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