Category: WW1 Era (1914-18)

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For Sale: “Excellent Condition” WW1 Wilhelm Morell Aircraft Anemometer

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An “extremely rare” Wilhelm Morell German aircraft airspeed anemometer has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Original German airspeed instrument (anemometer) by Wilhelm Morell, Leipzig in original box! Circa – 1917 / 18. Number: 113981. This type of airspeed instrument was usually fitted to a wing strut within sight of the pilot. The brass ‘cups’ rotated to display the aircraft speed in Km/h. In excellent untouched original condition, retaining almost all of its German military black paint. The brass cups are spinning easily, I think it’s working.

The instrument is located in Sao Paulo, Brazil and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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For Sale: Used Custom Fokker D.VII, 1/3 Morane-Saulnier A-1 RC Models

“Custom BALSA USA” Fokker D.VII and 1/3 Morane-Saulnier A-1 RC models have been spotted for sale.

According to the listings, the D.VII has an an 86″ span, sectional wing for easy storage and a 50cc gas r/c engine. Additional features include bungee gear and fabric covering. It is described as great flying and handling.

The 1/3 Morane reportedly offers a 103″ span, 68″ fuselage and 12″ spun aluminum cowl. It is described as an easy flying and landing airplane offering scale aluminum front covering, silver fabric and new G62 gas engine power.

Both models are located in Canton, Michigan. The D.VII is currently being offered for US $1,550, while the Morane carries a price of US $2,600. Offers are also being accepted on each.

Listing Page (Fokker D.VII / Morane-Saulnier A-1)

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Lukgraph to Release New, Full Resin 1/32 Sopwith Baby Model Kit

Lukgraph has announced the upcoming release of a new Sopwith Baby model kit in 1/32 scale.

The offering will reportedly be a full resin kit released in four boxed versions representing aircraft in British, French and Italian service, as well as a captured German machine complete with wooden trolley. Livery details are as follows:

In total there will be 9 paintings in 4 boxes.

32-22 3 x British schemes
32-23 2 x Italian schemes
32-24 1 x French + 2 x Norwegian schemes
32-25 1 x German scheme (captured plane)

The sets will also contain masks, photo-etched parts and bombs / Clerget 9B and Le Rhone type J engines printed directly with 3D technology. It is hoped that the kit will be ready for a December release. Click below to check out decal sheets as well as additional renderings and details.

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New Releases: The Flying Machine Fall Issue and 2019 Collection

Aerodynamic Media, LLC is proud to announce the release of the Fall 2019 edition of The Flying Machine: Early Aero Quarterly.

Issue #13 Contents (36 Pages): Military Aviation Museum’s Thomas-Morse S-4C Restoration (Part 1); Spotlight: Golden Age Air Museum’s Sopwith Pup; Military Aviation Museum Biplanes & Brews 2019 Recap; News Briefs: Pioneer Flight Museum’s Thomas-Morse S-4C Restoration, Newly Completed Fokker D.VII Begins Ground Testing, National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Completes Avro 504K Restoration; Products

In addition to our latest issue, we have also released a new 2019 collection containing issues 10-13 of the journal. Click here to view our complete selection!

The Flying Machine focuses exclusively on “aeroplanes” manufactured prior to 1920, as well as the current work of historians, builders, restorers, museums and collectors to preserve and promote interest in the early years of flight. Published in print and digital formats, The Flying Machine is offered on a pay-per-issue basis – no subscription required!

Join us as we pay tribute to early aircraft and the visionaries, geniuses and daredevils who conquered the air while producing some of the most fascinating, ingenious and beautiful machines in aviation’s short history.

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For Sale: “Very Hard to Find” German WW1 Bamberg Compass

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A “very hard to find” WW1 Bamberg compass has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Fantastic compass used on the German planes of the first war. Manufacturer: Carl Bamberg N. 38075 Berlin-Friedenau. Very used in aircraft Fokker Dr.1, Albatros, Gotha Bomber, and others… No water inside.

The compass is located in Sao Paulo, Brazil and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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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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Wingnut Wings to Release New 1/32 Fokker F.1 / Dr.1 Model Kits

Wingnut Wings has announced the upcoming release of two Fokker Triplane kits representing early (F.1 / Dr.1) and late production (Dr.1) variants.

At the moment, details on the upcoming kits (32068 / 32069) are scarce. They are currently listed as “in development” for 2020. Click below to check out an additional image.

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For Sale: Extensively Researched, Full-Scale Fokker Dr.1 Static Reproduction

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A full-scale static Fokker Dr.1 reproduction is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

With extensive research and skilled craftsmanship we have built an accurate Static Replica using original construction plans. Every bit of detail you would have found in an original, you’ll find in this example. We have constructed nearly every individual part, using the same materials and processes that were utilized in the original design, e.g. Linen cover, linden wooden wing ribs, replica of static engine made from cast aluminum: Oberursel Ur.II rotary engines with Wooden propeller Axial Berlin from Ash and Walnut. As a reference the replica was presented during “AERO Friedrichshafen 2017” exhibition and in “Polish Aviation Museum” in Krakow.

The machine is located in Poland and is currently available for US $88,900, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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1918 Curtiss OX-5 Engine Offered For Sale

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A 1918 Curtiss OX-5 engine has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

The engine is dismantled for inspection and loosely assembled to check completeness and photos. It is complete except for the two covers for the breather/oil filler trumpets. Berling magneto. Zenith carb. One lug broken on the base of one barrel. A bit missing from one exhaust guide. One gudgeon is a bit loose in one piston (fixeable by reaming and new pin). Pistons not scored and the rings a good fit in the grooves. White metal appears to be sound. All gears look to be in good condition. Some water pipe corrosion. Apart from the above mentioned items the engine looks serviceable. New crank ball-bearings. Advertised elsewhere. Collection only

The engine is located in Chipping Campden, UK and is currently available for £15,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Copper State Models to Release 1/32 Hansa Brandenburg D.I Kit

In addition to their recent Nieuport announcement, Copper State Models has revealed that they recently completed work on a 1/32 Hansa Brandenburg D.I model for future release.

The D.I was introduced in 1916 bearing a unique “star-strutter” configuration of interplane struts, a single Schwarzlose machine gun and an Austro-Daimler powerplant. Although some examples served through the remainder of the WW1, it was plagued with handling difficulties that earned it the nickname “the coffin.”

Details on the kit are scarce at the moment, although it is currently slated for an early 2020 release. Click below to check out an additional image.

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