ICM has announced that a Bristol Beaufort Mk.I model kit is currently in process and released the box art seen above.
The WWII British torpedo bomber will be offered in 1/48 scale, although additional details on the kit (48310) are currently scarce.
(via ICM)
In his latest book Building the B-17 Flying Fortress, author Bill Yenne details the construction of America’s greatest multi-engine combat aircraft while revealing “rare original photos and full manufacturing details.”
What sets this book apart from all others in the crowded B-17 field is literally hundreds of factory-original close-up detailed photographs and illustrations accompanied by comprehensive high-resolution reproductions of original Boeing drawings, and all are explained in detailed yet easy to understand descriptive text. This book provides valuable data for the serious Boeing B-17 aficionado as well as a compelling story of America’s aircraft manufacturing prowess for the dedicated aviation enthusiast. Continue reading New Book Documents B-17 Construction With ” Rare Original Photos and Full Manufacturing Details”
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Among the latest releases from Fonthill Media is Jason Moore’s Soviet Fighters of the Second World War, which “details the development of the Red Air Force fighters, from the dark days of Operation Barbarossa, to eventual triumph over the ruins of Berlin.”
Starting with obsolete aircraft such as the Polikarpov biplane and monoplane fighters, the Soviets then settled on two main lines of development; the inline-engined LaGG-3 and its radial-engined derivatives, the La-5 and La-7, and the inline-engined Yakovlev fighters, which were produced in greater numbers than any other series of fighters. Not only are these aircraft described in great detail, but experimental fighters are also dealt with. In addition to the descriptions, accurate color profiles are provided illustrating the evolution of these aircraft in terms of design, camouflage, and markings. From the fixed undercarriage I-15bis biplane of the beginning of the Great Patriotic War, to the superb La-7 and Yak-3 fighters of the last year of the war, the fighters of the Red Air Force are all covered in this comprehensive book.
The 416 page book is described as “the first comprehensive reference work on Soviet fighters of the Second World War written by a native English speaker.” It utilizes “the most up-to-date research” to produce a “stunningly accurate” record with “previously unpublished color profiles.” It includes 192 black-and-white and 85 colour illustrations.
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Airfix will be releasing their 1/72 B-17G with two new liveries this coming fall.
The new offering (A08017B) is reporteldy based on the B-17G released as a new tool kit in 2016 (A08017). It will include representations of 43-37756 Milk Wagon of 708th Bomb Squadron, 447th Bomb Group and 43-38728 $5 with Breakfast of 851st Bomb Squadron, 490th Bomb Group. The kit reportedly spans 254mm and includes sprues and decals with a total of 245 parts.
Click below to check out the newly released livery profiles.
Continue reading Airfix to Release B-17G Kit With Two New Liveries
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Modelsvit is gearing up to release their new Yak-9D model kit in 1/48 scale.
The offering (4809) is described as the “first 3D designed Yak-9D,” being made from “completely new molds” and offering “higher accuracy” and “high level quality.” The kit spans 203mm, measures 179mm in length and boasts 123 parts. It appears that it will include adhesive masks as well as photo-etched parts.
The kit is currently slated for release at the end of July. Click below to check out a collection of newly released sprue images.
Continue reading Modelsvit Shares Sprue Shots of “First 3D Designed” Yak-9D
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A “professionally built” 2014 Spitfire MK26B is currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):
Engine/Prop: Isuzu 3.5L V6 water cooled, quad cam, fuel injected; HP: 260; TT: 55; SMOH: 55; Exterior Colors: Beige/Army Green; N#: C-FUXM; SN: 071; Always Hangared; Journey/Flight Logs Complete; No Damage History. Avionics / Equipment / Modifications: All Aluminum Semi-Monocoque airframe; Pre-programmed Motec ECU with Motec 18017E Sport Dash Computer; MTV23-B three blade prop with electrically controlled variable pitch, installed in Oct. 2018; Retractable MLG; 650NM range; Underwing radiators; VFR Instrumentation; Provision for 2nd seat; +6/-4″G” rating
The “aircraft was awarded the ‘Best in Show’ by the Replica Fighter Association at Oshkosh In July 2019.” It is located in Breslau, Ontario, Canada and is currently being offered for $269,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.
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In his new book 75 years of the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, author James C. Goodall details the 46 unclassified programs developed by the Lockheed’s legendary Skunk Works, forming a pictorial history that takes the reader from the middle part of World War II, through the Korean War, the shoot down of Francis Gary Powers on May 1, 1960, the Vietnam War, Desert Shield/Storm and beyond.
This pictorial journey will take the reader from the very beginning of the Skunk Works’ very first project (XP-80 Shooting Star) and follow the program through prototype build-up, first flight and, if they reached the frontline, operational service. This treatment will be repeated for each of the 30 unclassified program designed and built by the Skunk Works. Each program will form a chapter of at least two pages in length, with a maximum of 14 pages being allocated for programs that went into production and merit more detailed coverage, such as the P-80/F-94/T-33 family, C-130 family and, of course, the A-12 and SR-71
The title is illustrated with over a thousand photographs and drawings and spans 384 pages.
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1943 North American P-51C-1-NT S/N 42-103100 (N426QA) is available for sale. The listing states (in part):
In 2001 Pacific Fighters purchased the remains of FB 206. After 5 different Razorback Mustang restorations completed by Pacific Fighters it is finally time for FB 206s turn. As of 2020 FB 206s fuselage has been structurally completed and a large amount of B/C model parts have been acquired. Its has been a dream of the Pacific Fighters crew to complete this one of a kind and historically significant Mustang Mk III back to flying condition.
As of this writing, the fuselage is reportedly “95% structurally completed.” Additional features include a Malcolm Hood kit (minus the bubble), rear half moon canopies, one set of unrestored, original P-51B/C fabric covered elevators (very rare).
The project is currently being offered for $550,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.
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A 1941 Waco YKS-7 has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
Always Hangared, No Damage Reported and Logs Complete; Total Time: 2888; Serial # 5277; Registration #NC31653; Engine 1 Time: 1921 SNEW; Engine 2 Time: 106 SMOH; Prop 1 Time: 1921 SNEW… Engines / Mods / Prop: Continental W670-M 240 Hp; 106 SMOH By Radial Engines; Curtiss Reed Polished Prop; Oil Tank Shutoff Valve with Starter Interrupt; Oil Tank Heater; Crankcase Heater; Cabin Heat; Cleveland Wheels And Brakes with New 6 Ply Tires; Converted to Concorde Sealed Battery; Dual Oil Coolers; Avionics / Equipment: KX-125 Navcomm; Stratus ESG Transponder with ADS-B Out; Aux Com Jacks Wired to Ptt Switch and Phones; Aux Antenna Jack; Intercom; ATC Recorder; Stereo Input Jack; Airframe: Refurbished In 2007 At The Waco Classic Co.; Annual Due 3-21; Vacuum Flaps; New Windshield Side Panels 2013; Interior / Exterior: Very Attractive Original Paint Scheme; All Original Fairings Present; Dual Grimes Landing Lights; Grimes Rotating Beacon; Older Interior Very Well Executed, Looks Good, Smells Good; Front Seat Hooker Harnesses; New Custom Airtex Wall To Wall Carpet Mats; Mounted Fire Extinguisher
The aircraft is located in Novi, Michigan and is currently being offered for US $155,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.
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A 1945 Republic P-47N Thunderbolt project is available for sale. The listing states (in part):
This P-47N project is based on a P-47N fuselage that was on the production line in Evansville, IN when production ceased due to the end of World War II. After being declared surplus, Earl Reinert / Meridian Aircraft Company acquired three P-47N fuselages. In 1966, Reinert traded this fusealge s/n 171 to Walter Soplata in exchange for several engines and propellers. In 2020 it was sold to the current owner. The current owner has acquired many additional P-47N parts and a set of crashed P-47N wings to aid in a future restoration.
The project reportedly includes the fuselage, wings (off crashed aircraft – donor /pattern), vertical stabilizer, horizontal stabilizers (left & right), elevator, rudder, main landing gear (left and right: NOS), tailwheel, canopy frame (NOS), engine cowling, engine cowling ring, exhaust ducting and components, miscellaneous parts including hydraulics.
Pricing available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listing.
