Category: WW2 Era (1939-45)

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Spitfire XVIe For Sale: “13 Hrs Since Complete Restoration”

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Spitfire XVIe TE392 is available for sale.

The machine was constructed by Vickers-Armstrong in 1945 and did not see wartime service, instead operating with various RAF units until 1952. It was then used for ground instruction before becoming a gate guard at numerous RAF bases. TE392 was acquired by warbird collector Doug Arnold in 1984 and began restoration, however before completion, it had passed to the Lone Star Flight Museum (where it was photographed above in 2002). With restoration complete, TE392 returned to the air in 1999 and performed on the air show circuit until being damaged during Hurricane Ike in 2008. The machine was sent for preservation and storage, being sold in 2017 and shipped to Australia. There, Bishopp Aviation completely disassembled the aircraft and completed a 100 point restoration to the highest standard over a two-year period. It returned to the air in January 2020 and currently operates with Fighter Pilot in Brisbane.

TE392 reportedly has 13.0 hrs since comprehensive 100 point restoration (including new wing spars) by Performance Aero (circa 2018-2019) while the Packard Merlin 266 engine has 13.0 hrs SMOH by Vintage V-12s. It includes a Trig VHF Comm, Trig Transponder and Garmin Aera 660 GPS as well as 40 gal (Imp) wing tanks for extended range and an automatic H20 spray bar system in radiators.

The aircraft is currently being offered for £2,490,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: Bill Abbott via Flickr)

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First Look: Airfix’s New Tool Bristol Beaufort, Complete Build

Airfix has released the first images showing a completed example of their upcoming new tool Beaufort Mk.I model kit in 1/72 scale.

The new images focus on the two liveries that will be included in the kit, which represent a Mk.I N1016, piloted by Flying Officer Kenneth Campbell VC of 22 Squadron in 1941 and Mk.I L9866, flown by Sgt. John Bell Rutherford of 217 Squadron, RAF.

As previously reported, additional details on the upcoming kit (A04021) are currently scarce, although it is expected to be released “very early in the new year.” Click below to check out additional images of the complete builds/livery options, as well as the newly revealed box art.

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Revell Releases New Bristol Beaufighter Night Fighter Kit

Revell has released its new night fighter version of the Bristol Beaufighter in 1/48 scale.

As previously reported, the new offering (03854) is a updated version of the new tool Beaufighter (03943) released in 2018 and reportedly includes new parts, a cockpit with consoles and instrument panel, separate rudder, V-tail with separate elevators, detailed Hercules engines and separate ailerons and flaps.

The “Level 5” kit consists of 188 parts and measures 266 mm in length with a 367 mm span.

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Airfix Releases New “Civilian Schemes” Spitfire FR Mk.XIV Kit

Airfix has released its new 1/48 Spitfire FR Mk.XIV model kit which features racing liveries.

The offering (A05139) is based on the new tool FR Mk.XIV kit (A05135) released in 2019 and includes marking options for G-FIRE, (Duxford, Cambridgeshire, England, 1988) and CF-GMZ (‘Edmonton Canada, The Crossroads of the World’, Canada, 1949).

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For Sale: “Superb Condition, Fully Serviceable, Ready to Fly” TF-51D Mustang

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“Fully serviceable and ready to fly” North American TF-51D S/N 124-44703 (G-TFSI) has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Presented in excellent condition (both cockpits). This aircraft is an exceptionally fine example of a complete TF conversion and is configured for training. The rear cockpit includes dual flight controls and all flight and engine instruments, plus fuel selection indications, throttle, prop, mixture, all 3 trimmers, canopy jettison, gear lever and indications.

The aircraft reportedly has 1,774 TT, while the Packard V-1650-7 engine has 420 hrs TSO. Additional features include an avionics package, electric pre-oiler, electric primer and emergency fuel system. It is located in Northampton, UK and is currently being offered for GBP £2,999,500. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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Restored, Korean War Veteran F4U-5NL Corsair Offered For Sale

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1950 Chance Vought F4U-5NL D-FCOR (S/N 124541) is available for sale.

The -5 Series Corsairs were the first post-war model of the type, and have been described as the nicest of all to fly. Approximately six examples remain in airworthy condition today. This particular machine is a Korean War veteran that flew with VMF-513 “Flying Nightmares.” It was sold to the Argentine Navy after retirement from US service and served in the Argentine Armada with 2nd Esquadrilla de Ataque, being assigned to the Argentinian aircraft carrier Independencia. On 6 November 1964 it was involved in a landing accident and was subsequently retired.

The aircraft was stored in the Naval Museum (El Tigre) as a gateguard before being acquired by Max-Alpha Aviation GmbH in 2009. It was extensively flown throughout Europe during the 2010 season and then restored back to its original -5 configuration by Meier Motors. Continue reading Restored, Korean War Veteran F4U-5NL Corsair Offered For Sale

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P-51 Under Restoration and For Sale With Option to Complete as P-51D or TF-51

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Tom Reilly and his skilled crew (best known for the award-winning XP-82 Twin Mustang restoration) are currently in the process of restoring a P-51 (S/N 44-12853), and it’s for sale. The listing states (in part):

This is a unique opportunity to have a P-51 Mustang built to your specifications. Customer to choose: restored as a P-51D or a TF-51: Interior paint colors, instrument panel layout, rear seat configuration, replica guns/no guns, exterior paint / polish. The project is currently under restoration and the will be updated as subassemblies are completed and parts added.

The fuselage has reportedly been rebuilt with new skins and longerons and is ready for systems installation (the systems are described as “either N.O.S., new manufactured, or overhauled to zero time specifications”). The engine mount has also been rebuilt with new longerons. A wing kit has been purchased from Odegaard Wings and will be restored with new wing spars, ribs, and skins. The aircraft will be powered by a Packard V-1650-9 to be overhauled by either Vintage V-12’s or Roush Aviation.

The project is located in Georgia and is currently being offered with two options: completed as a P-51D for $2.45m or a full dual control TF-51 for $3.5m. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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Restored P-51 / TF-51D Mustang “Little-Ite” Offered For Sale

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North American TF-51D Mustang (S/N 44-63473 / D-FUNN) is available for sale.

According to the listing, the aircraft was built as P-51D-25-NA in Inglewood at North American in 1944 before being delivered to the USAAF and listed with the tactical code 44-73117. It was then allocated to Air Force Reserve (AFRES) and served with the New Jersey Air National Guard (ANG NJ). It has been in civil use since 1996 and has been converted to a two seater TF-51. Since 2010 the aircraft has been based in Germany, where it underwent an extensive two year restoration.

The airframe and Rolls-Royce Packard V-1650-7 engine reportedly have 67 hrs TSOH / 158 landings. The Hamilton Standard 24-D50 (w/Paddle Blades) also has 67 hrs TSOH. The aircraft is currently being offered for €3,300,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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New Release: Eduard ProfiPACK Spitfire Mk.1a Model Kit

Eduard has released their new ProfiPACK edition Spitfire Mk.Ia model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (82151) includes Eduard plastic parts and decals, pre-painted photo etched details and a painting mask. Liveries are also included for seven machines: P9386, S/Ldr Brian J. Lane of 19 Squadron; X4253, P/O Wilfred G. Duncan Smith of 611 Squadron; X4828, F/Lt Wojciech Kolaczkowski of 303 Squadron; R6709, P/O Colin Falkland Gray of RNZAF 54 Squadron; N3250, P/O/ Allan R. Wright of 92 Squadron; R6690, P/O/ John C. Dundas of 609 Squadron and R6835, F/O Brian J. Carbury of 603 Squadron.

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For Sale: 1940 Stearman: “Regularly Flown, Always Hangared, Never Sprayer”

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A 1940 Boeing Stearman A75 N2S1 (N50142 S/N 75-962) with complete logs has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

2 Owners. Regularly Flown-Always hangered. Never Sprayer. New Tires and Redlines. Dec. 2019 – No Ground Loops. Many Original Features. Storage Available!

The 220 Continental W670-powered machine reportedly has 4,275 TT and 821 SMOH. It is located in Evansville, Indiana and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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