Category: WW2 Era (1939-45)

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Stearman PT-17A Restoration Project Offered For Sale

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A 1942 Stearman PT-17A restoration project has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

This Rare 1942 Stearman PT-17A Aircraft has never been flown in Civilian life and is the only one known to be registered by the FAA. The Fuselage is still assembled and in its original form! It is in excellent condition for restoration and has no signs that it was ever damaged in a accident. Looking to sell to a buyer that will agree to restore it to its original form, and as accurate to its historical form.

The aircraft is located in Tallahassee, FL and is currently being offered for US $69,900, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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ICM Releases New A-26B-15 Invader Model Kit

ICM has released a new A-26B-15 Invader model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (48282) is reportedly based on the new tool B-26B-50 released by the company in September and is touted as offering “highly detailed engines armament and cockpit interior” as well as three marking options.

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Me 109 Fuselage Jig and “Complete, Airworthy” Fuselage Offered For Sale

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A Messerschmitt Me 109 fuselage assembly jig and a “complete, airworthy” fuselage are available for sale.

The “highly difficult to construct” steel fuselage jig was reportedly completed in 2017 to “exact factory specs” and can be used to assemble/build an Me109 fuselage from firewall to tail.

To-date, this jig has been used to complete a total of THREE airworthy fuselages, for both private and museum projects throughout the world. It was also constructed to be easily disassembled and transported.

The assembly jig is currently located in Canada and is being offered for US $18,999.99. The fuselage was reportedly constructed in the jig and is available separately. Additional details regarding its availability can be obtained upon request.

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Eduard Releases New Royal Class Dual Combo P-51D Mustang Kit

Eduard has released their new Royal Class edition P-51D/K Mustang kit in 1/48 scale.

The Dual Combo style offering (R0020) reportedly contains sprues for two complete models and marking options for 14 aircraft, including D-5, D-10, D-15, D-20 and D-25 production blocks as well as the Mustang Mk.IV. Additional features include Eduard sprues, pre-painted PE parts, a painting mask, resin parts (undercarriage wheels (2 sets), 2 types of exhaust stacks), and 1/48 scale PSP display.

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Papa 51 Thunder Mustang Offered For Sale

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A 2005 Papa 51 Thunder Mustang has hit the market.

The experimental/homebuilt aircraft (N451KC/lHTM004) reportedly boasts a total time of 75.0 hrs and is equipped with a Falconeer V12 engine (S/N: 12020). Additional features listed include Garmin 430 NAV/COM/GPS, Garmin 340 audio panel, Garmin 327 transponder, Century NSD360 HSI, King KX155 NAV/COM with KI-209 glideslope indicator and S-Tec 30 autopilot.

The machine is located in Troy, AL and is currently being offered for US $525,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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First Look: Arma Hobby’s Upcoming New Tool Hawker Hurricane Mk.IIc

Arma Hobby has released the first test shots of their upcoming new tool Hawker Hurricane Mk IIc model kit in 1/72 scale.

As previously reported, its design is said to maintain the rear fuselage shape, wings and tailplane of the company’s previous Mk I kit, with the rest being “an entirely new project.” This includes a longer fuselage before the cockpit, new fishtail exhaust, a new carburetor inlet, a new (longer) tropical filter cover, two variants of cannon barrels, a modified one-piece propeller design, enhanced landing gear bays with improved assembly of the undercarriage legs, and more. It appears that two livery options will also be included.

The offering is described as “almost ready to release” and will reportedly be available in three versions, including an Expert Set (70035) Model Kit (70036) and a Trop Model Kit (70037). Click below to check out additional images.

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Rare 1942 Lockheed PV-1 Ventura Patrol Bomber Offered For Sale

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A Lockheed PV-1 Ventura patrol bomber has hit the market.

The listing states that the machine was manufactured by Lockheed in 1942 and delivered to the US Navy that same year. It was then transferred to the RAF under a lend lease agreement to 23 Squadron SAAF in 1943. In August 1955, it was converted to perform VIP flight duties, flying then state president General Smuts. The aircraft was last flown in November 1958. In 1959, the machine was moved to the South African Airways Apprentice School. In 1989 it was again moved for display in a military memorial garden, where it remained until 2001.

The Lockheed was cleaned and repainted professionally 2010 and has unfortunately been exposed to the elements since 2010. The Lockheed when painted in 2010, was restored to its original war time colours as it would have been when it left the Lockheed Vega factory in 1942. Very few of these aircraft still remain. According to Warbird recorded, only 11 survive world wide. Only 2000 Lockheed PV-1 Ventura’s were manufactured in 1942. This is a good example ready for restoration.

The machine is located in Basingstoke, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for GBP 200,000, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Always Hangared, All Logs, No Damage History” Spitfire MK 26B Offered For Sale

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An “always hangared, all logs, no damage history” Supermarine Spitfire MK26B has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Professionally Built 2014 Supermarine Spitfire MK26B Offered for Sale. This Aircraft was awarded the ‘Best in Show’ by the Replica Fighter Association at Oshkosh In July 2019! 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.

The aircraft reportedly includes a pre-programmed Motec ECU with Motec 18017E sport dash computer, MTV23-B three blade prop with electrically controlled variable pitch installed in October 2018, retractable MLG, 650NM range, underwing radiators, VFR Instrumentation and provision for 2nd seat.

The machine is located in Breslau, Ontario, Canada and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Aeroplane Heaven’s Full PBR Hawker Hurricane Nearing Completion

Aeroplane Heaven has announced that their Hawker Hurricane Mk 1 for P3D (V4.4+ dedicated) and FSX is nearing completion.

The model will reportedly feature full PBR (Physically Based Rendering) materials and textures to provide a new level of realism, making it what the developer believes will be the first warbird made completely with PBR technology both inside and out. The detail level is described as “exceptionally high” and there are many unique animations.

A selection of screenshots have been released showing the aircraft in P3DV4.5, although tech specs note that it will also be compatible with V2, V3 and V4.3. The model will reportedly be coming to FSX SP2/Accel Pack/Steam as well. A final release date has not yet been announced.

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