YouTuber DX Modelworks has created a new video documenting the construction of Microaces’ popular RC Sopwith Camel model kit in 1/24 scale.
In addition to its photo documentation, the video offers some tips that will likely be helpful to both new and experienced modelers alike.
Click below to check it out.
Continue reading Build Log and Tips: Microaces RC Sopwith Camel [Video]
Aerodynamic Media, LLC is proud to announce the release of the 25th issue of The Flying Machine: Early Aero Quarterly.
Issue #25 Contents:
36 Pages – Sopwith F.1 Camel C-FGHT / Hump Day in the Sopwith Camel ; Fokker Scourge Recap; Spotlight: MAM’s Sopwith 1 ½ Strutter N1914S; News Briefs: Sopwith Camel Airframe Project For Sale, American Heritage Museum’s Original Nieuport 28 (Update), 1/6 Scale Sikorsky Ilya Muromets Flying Model For Sale; Products
We have also released The Flying Machine 2022 collection featuring all four issues published this year!
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Aerodynamic Media, LLC is proud to announce the release of the 24th issue of The Flying Machine: Early Aero Quarterly.
Issue #24 Contents:
36 Pages – Overhauling a Jenny’s OX-5 Engine; Spotlight: Military Aviation Museum’s Sopwith 1½ Strutter N4088H; Running the 120 hp Le Rhône Engine; News Briefs: Memorial Flight’s B.E.2f Performs Maiden Flight, Golden Age Air Museum SPAD XIII Progress Report; Products
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!
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A Fokker Dr.1 reproduction described as “fully functional, full-size” has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
I started to build this aircraft around 10 years ago, Permit to Fly: October 2022. This aircraft I built according to Ron Sands drawings. Valid Permission to Fly issued by LAA valid to October 2022. In total around 30 hours flight time. This aircraft is a pleasure to fly. It responds amazingly quick to aerobatic maneuvers. Red coloured Oratex cover (accepted by the LAA). MOTW: 685 kg. Tail skid. Equipped with: Altimeter, RPM, CHT, oil pressure, engine oil temperature, ASI, electric fuel level gauge. TRIG radio, TRIG mode S transponder, additional electric fuel pump
The aircraft is located in Melton Constable, United Kingdom and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.
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The Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach, Virginia is the largest private collection of vintage warplanes in the US. Now its founder, Jerry Yagen, is sharing details on his effort to save classic warbirds with his new book, Bravo Zulu.
Bravo Zulu is an account of this brainchild of celebrated collector Jerry Yagen and his wife Elaine. These pages recall some of the most exciting war stories ever told and some of the most famous airplanes of all time—from Replica Fokker Dr. I triplanes built to resemble those flown by the Red Baron to painstakingly restored original combat veteran aircraft like the Messerschmitt Bf 109 and Supermarine Spitfire the collection includes many of the most iconic historic aircraft.
Bravo Zulu was created to bring the stories that surround this incredible collection to life, beautifully illustrated with images of the Museum aircraft in flight, this book is the perfect way to experience the collection if you cannot visit the museum. Bravo Zulu recalls the tales of the tireless searches for and restorations of each remarkable plane, which the Yagens dedicated themselves to collecting and sharing with the world.
The 200 page hardcover book is currently available for pre-order with release slated for this fall.
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Copper State Models has released new renderings of their upcoming Bristol Scout model kit in 1/32 scale.
The company states that the model was developed with support and guidance of David Bremner, who constructed a flying reproduction of the type in the colors of his grandfather’s machine (1264). They plan to discuss the final version of this model with David to avoid any inaccuracies and note that the new images are not the final renders of the model.
Additional details are currently limited, although 1264 will be included as a livery in the upcoming release. If all goes well, the kit will be released this year. Click below to check out additional renderings.
For details on David Bremner’s full-scale Bristol Scout reproduction, see The Flying Machine #3.
Continue reading Copper State Models Shares New Renderings of 1/32 Bristol Scout
Aerodynamic Media, LLC is proud to announce the release of the 23rd issue of The Flying Machine: Early Aero Quarterly.
Issue #23 Contents:
36 Pages – A Scout Over the Pampas: The Story of an SE.5a in Argentina; Shaw Sopwith Camel F-AZZB Update; The Jenny Takes Flight; Spotlight: Military Aviation Museum’s Albatros D.Va; News Briefs: Vickers Vimy Dismantling, American Heritage Museum’s Original Nieuport 28; Products
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A “custom built, one of a kind, World War 1 inspired biplane” airframe has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
This is a custom built, one of a kind, World War 1 inspired biplane! 2 Place, side by side, 32″ wide cockpit. It was built by an experienced, award winning builder John B. Shively… This plane is not registered and will be sold as parts. It comes with a detailed builder’s log with images and calculations. It was constructed with Sitka Spruce and had a Lycoming o-235-c1 (not included). Aircraft was completed in 2007, but from my understanding was never flown. Fabric tested and is still in good condition… Get her flying quickly or keep as an amazing work of art. Wings off and ready to be transported… Aircraft is essentially complete, minus engine and propeller, which are not included in the auction. Being sold AS IS. Aircraft is not registered with the FAA and will not be sold with FAA aircraft bill of sale, sold as parts only.
The airframe is located in Shingle Springs, California and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the listing on eBay, which includes a number of additional photos.
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A 1988 Sopwith Triplane reproduction (G-BWRA) has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
Replica Sopwith Triplane fitted with1 x WARNER AIRCRAFT CORP SCARAB 165 Engine OH in 1999 thence 2017 Cylinder OH by Vintec; Wings recovered in 2010; Permit to August 2022; Very well known airshow performer. Reluctant sale due to new project. Totally airworthy aircraft, ready to fly away or be shipped anywhere in the world.
The aircraft reportedly has 680 hrs TT. Offers are currently invited “by serious parties.” Click here to check out the listing.
(via Hangar 67 Photo: Alan Wilson from Peterborough, Cambs, UK via Wikimedia Commons)
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An Airdrome Aeroplanes 3/4 scale Fokker D.VIII has been spotted for sale. The listing states:
Fokker D VIII 3/4 replica with 50hp hirth. Has 20 hours on engine from testing and taking. Have wings off inside for storage and transport. Lots of extra hardware and rebuild parts to keep you going. Was working on in 2020, then got stationed at Andrews AFB and in class B airspace that is VFR restricted so can not fly, now being re assigned over seas so need to downsize. Have floats for experimental that I was going to modify for this, if interested $500 for floats off a challenger II
The aircraft is located in Churchton, Maryland and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.
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