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“Nearly 100% Complete” TF-104G Starfighter Project Offered For Sale

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A Lockheed TF-104G Starfighter project has hit the market.

The aircraft (S/N D-5810) is described as a two seat training model manufactured in 1963 which spent its entire career in service with the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) until retirement in 1984. The listing states (in part):

The project includes what is believed to be a “0” time General Electric J-79-11F (no logs) and afterburner (in container). The engine was removed from the storage container and run up on a test stand to approximately 80% power in 2016. The project includes an extensive spare parts inventory which includes a brand-new set of wings. The aircraft is nearly 100% complete and in stock military condition with the exception of the clocks and stop watches.

The machine has reportedly received gradual restoration over the last few years and includes “a very extensive technical library,” ground support equipment, and one pair of wingtip fuel tanks / underwing pylons. It is located in Maine and is currently being offered for $325,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Top Image: Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons)

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Modelsvit Releases New Tool XP-55 Ascender Model Kit

Modelsvit has released their new tool XP-55 Ascender model kit in 1/48 scale.

The aircraft, built by Curtiss-Wright, performed its maiden flight in 1943 but its performance was found to be lacking. Only three examples of the type were built – two of which were destroyed in crashes. The third is currently on long-term loan from Kalamazoo, Michigan’s Air Zoo to the National Air & Space Museum in Washington DC.

The new kit (4808) reportedly includes PE sheet (instrument panel, seat belts, cabin side panels), two canopies (open/closed), painting masks (inner/outer) and marking options for two machines (S/N 278846, S/N 278847).

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“Extremely Rare” Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 Project Offered For Sale

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An “extremely rare” Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

completely built fuselage (hammer rivets used), almost complete set of landing gears, two DB 605 engines, propeller hub, cowling, lots of wing parts, many tail parts and many many more parts

An original Werknummer and data plate are reportedly included. The project is located in Austria and is currently being offered for $128,000. Check out the links below for additional details.

(via Barnstormers Additional Information via Warbird Auctions Top Image: Björn Huber via Wikimedia Commons)

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New Kermie Cam Video Offers Uncut Pilot’s Eye View of Albatros D.Va Flight

Following on his recent Curtiss Pusher video, Fantasy of Flight owner Kermit Weeks has released another new “Uncut Kermie Cam” video capturing a full flight in his Albatros D.Va reproduction from the pilot’s perspective.

The reproduction was built by The Vintage Aviator, Ltd. in New Zealand and sports an original Mercedes engine as well as other original equipment. It appears in the colors of Ltn. Adolf Schreder of Jasta 17. Schreder scored one victory before being killed in action on March 17, 1918 while flying a Pfalz D.IIIa.

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Officially Licensed FlightLine 1600mm F4U-1A / 1D Corsair RC Models Announced

The upcoming release of new FlightLine 1600mm F4U-1A and 1D Corsair PNP RC models have been announced.

The models, which are officially licensed by Northrop Grumman, are approximately 1/8 scale, with a 1600mm wingspan and 1300mm length. They are reportedly molded from EPO foam with a multi-material wing and feature “lots of plastic parts to enhance its scale fidelity and user friendliness.” Each will reportedly be offered wearing a “period-accurate factory paint scheme” and come with “appropriate decals.”

Power is provided by a a 5055-390KV brushless outrunner motor, 80A ESC and a scale three-blade propeller which are said to “help power the Corsair through acrobatic maneuvers with ease while retaining a reasonable scale appearance.”

The Corsair models are currently available for pre-order with an expected release sometime in late January. Click below to learn more.

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Modelcollect Releases New Tool B-52H Kit, New (Early Type) B-52G to Follow

Modelcollect has released their new tool B-52H model kit in 1/72 scale.

The kit (UA72200) is touted as offering two detailed engine parts, four detailed flaps, detailed tail, 12 AGM-129 missiles and full interior details. It also includes one livery option for B-52H “SAC TIME” of 93 Bomb Squadron, 917 Wing.

The company has also announced that their new 1/72 B-52G (early type) model kit will be released “in few weeks.” The offering (UA72207) is described as “Broken Arrow 1966, with B-28 Nuclear bomb,” although additional details are scarce. However, box art and a series of renderings have been released and can be seen below.

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First Look: New PBR Technology Gives Aeroplane Heaven’s Upcoming He 111 “War Weary” Appearance

Flight simulation developer Aeroplane Heaven has released new screenshots of their upcoming Heinkel He 111 P2 in P3DV4.4 “with full PBR materials.”

As previously reported, the aircraft is being developed for FSX/SE, P3DV3+ and P3DV4+ and is said to offer a high fidelity model with “an enormous amount of authentic detail.” Additioanl features reportedly include a fully animated complex control systems for rudder, aileron and elevator, “secret” modern navigation suite fitted to the cockpit for IFR navigation, highly realistic, animated pilot, bomb-aimer and mid/upper gunner, detailed Daimler Benz V12 engine under removable nacelle panels and authentic stereo sound pack with the signature “out of sync” engine throb at full throttle.

Six authentic marking options will be included as well, each reportedly created using P3D v4.4’s new “PBR Workflow” techniques to provide “a new level of realism to your flight simulation experience.” The newly released images capture the results, which include metal and corrosion effects, paint chips and staining. The developer states “All Heinkels will be released for 4.4 with PBR incorporated.”

A final release date has not yet been announced. Click below to see more.

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1944 A-26B Invader C-GWLT Offered For Sale

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

This Douglas Invader was delivered to the U.S. Navy and designated as a JD-1D. Its first civilian owner was Raytheon who used them for radar and missile systems testing. In 1974 it was sold to Airspray in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada who operated it as Tanker 98. In 2006 it was sold to its current owner.

The airframe has reportedly amassed 4438.2 hrs TTSN while the two Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engines have 0 SMOH and 1059.5 SMOH. The machine is located in Manitoba, Canada and is currently being offered for $350,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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

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First Look: Test Build of AFV Club’s Upcoming New Tool U-2 Dragon Lady

AFV Club has published new test build images of their upcoming U-2A Dragon Lady model kit (AR48112) in 1/48 scale.

Few details are currently available, although the series of images does provide some information regarding kit contents and livery options. ETA has been reported as January 2019.

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F-94A Starfire Fuselage Offered For Sale

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An F-94A Starfire fuselage has hit the market.

Details are scarce, although the machine is identified as a 1948 model number 2 prototype and is listed as a parts aircraft. It is located in West Islip, New York and is currently available for $20,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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