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“Fully Airworthy and Air Show Quality” MiG-17F Offered For Sale

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A “fully airworthy and air show quality” 1960 MiG-17F (S/N 1613 / N917F) has hit the market.

Details are limited, although the listing states that the machine has 1,876 TT and is powered by a VK-1 afterburning engine with 24 SMOH. The aircraft is reportedly equipped with an avionics package and is located in Tyler, TX. It is currently being offered for US $140,000.

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(Photo: Balon Greyjoy via Wikimedia Commons)

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Eduard Releases New 1/72 Spitfire HF Mk.VIII Model Kit

Eduard has released their new Spitfire HF Mk.VIII model kit in 1/72 scale.

The ProfiPACK edition kit (70129) reportedly includes Eduard plastic parts, Photoetched details and marking options for five aircraft, including JF476 of No. 92 Squadron, JF519 of No. 1 Squadron, JF404, No. 32 Squadron, JF630 of No. 81 Squadron, and 308th Fighter Squadron, 31st Fighter Group.

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World’s Only Airworthy Twin Mustang Makes Public Debut at Sun ‘n Fun [Video]

The newly restored XP-82 Twin Mustang Prototype (44-83887) made a much heralded appearance at the 2019 Sun ‘n Fun fly-in in Lakeland, Florida, acting as both a static and flying display.

As previously reported, Tom Reilly of Douglas, Georgia acquired the XP-82 prototype from Walter and Margaret Soplata in 2008 and began restoring the machine to airworthy condition at Douglas Municipal Airport. Additional F-82 parts were sourced from Alaska and Colorado and a rare, left-hand turning Allison V-12 was located in Mexico. Additional components, including full second cockpit controls and a second canopy (one that “is completely different from any P-51 type”) were sourced from San Francisco and Tampa, respectively. On December 31, 2018, the XP-82 performed its first flight since December 14, 1949.

The aircraft made its public debut at Sun ‘n Fun, where it won the title of Grand Champion Warbird. Click below to see it in action at the event.

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New Kermit Weeks Video Series Details “The Saga of the Stinson L-1”

Fantasy of Flight owner Kermit Weeks has shared a new two-part video series detailing the “Saga of the Stinson L-1.”

Specifically, the series details FoF’s efforts to “sort out an issue that prevented it from starting and running smoothly.” Work has been ongoing for over a year and part 1 in the series chronicles several attempts to start it during this period, as well as its failure and the frustration of crew members.

Part 2 documents additional attempts and various difficulties the crew has had in finding the source of the problem. It also reveals whether or not a fix was ultimately found.

Click below to check out both parts.

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E-Flite Announces Upcoming 1.2m P-39 Airacobra RC Model

E-Flite has announced the upcoming release of a 1.2m P-39 Airacobra RC model in BNF and PNP versions.

The model is touted as offering “functional retractable landing gear and split flaps, plus a 3S and 4S compatible power system to deliver a unique warbird experience.” Additional features reportedly include “abundant scale detail” including panel lines, exhaust stacks and removable drop tank, 6–channel control with 7 factory-installed servos and linkages and factory-finished “Wahl Eye II” painted camo trim scheme with factory-applied decals.

The BNF version also offers “unmatched stability and precision” of AS3X technology for smoother flight performance and ease of flying with optional-use SAFE Select flight envelope protection.

Click below to check out a video overview.

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“Perfect Condition” Hawker Hurricane Offered For Sale

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A 1940 Hawker Hurricane Mk II has been spotted for sale.

The aircraft is reportedly for sale off-market and details, including pricing and the machine’s identity, are scarce. However, the listing does state that it has “great history” and is in “perfect condition.”

Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Image: MLWatts via Wikimedia Commons)

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Tamiya Releases New Tool Bf 109 G-6 Model Kit

Tamiya has released of a new tool Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 model kit in 1/72 scale.

The company states that the aircraft’s form has been recreated with aplomb, with features such as the distinctive “Beule” being captured in style. The kit (60790) reportedly includes optional drop tank parts, a cockpit with “excellent detail,” open or closed canopy options and two marking options representing JG51 (with distinctive eye marking on the Beule) and JG54.

Product Page: ($29.99 Tamiya via AeroScale)

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For Sale: 2/3 Sal/Falco P-51 “Nearing Completion”

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A 2/3 scale Sal/Falco P-51 is available for sale. The listing states:

2/3 scale nearing completion. LS-1 engine, 4-blade prop with PSRU and ignition system. Like new condition engine. Includes a digital com radio. Nacogdoches, TX I do have the prop spinner. Prop is ground adjustable. HiVo chain prop speed reduction unit. This is not a kit. This plans built plane has never been flown, never had a different engine but will also take a ranger engine. Have cowlings for Ranger engine-cowlings for the LS-1 have not been fabricated. Never been damaged. Wings removed easily for transport.

The aircraft is located in Nacogdoches, Texas and is currently befered for US $16,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Modelsvit Reveals Design For Upcoming P-51H Kit

Modelsvit has announced that the design process for their upcoming P-51H Mustang has been accomplished.

The company states that the 1/48 kit will include “2 cockpit’s clear parts (Open/Closed canopy), flaps could be adjusted in 2 possitions.” Additional details remain scarce, although a number of screenshots have been released, additional examples of which can be seen below.

A previous report indicated that the model would be released sometime in 2019.

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Newly Restored Mosquito PZ474 Arrives At New Home [Video]

Texas-based Lewis Air Legends has reported the arrival of their newly restored de Havilland Mosquito PZ474, which is one of only four airworthy examples of the type in the world.

As previously reported, the Mosquito FB VI was originally constructed at Hatfield in 1945 and was used for RAF training before serving with 75 Squadron in New Zealand as NZ2384. In the 1950s and 60s the machine was owned by the Insurance Finance Corp. of Studio City, CA, and is believed to have been used by the CIA for intelligence gathering in South America. Continue reading Newly Restored Mosquito PZ474 Arrives At New Home [Video]