Category: WW2 Era (1939-45)

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Modelsvit Releases New Tool P-51H Model Kit

Modelsvit has released its new tool P-51H model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (4817) reportedly includes two cockpits, clear parts (open/closed canopy) and flaps that can be adjusted in 2 positions. Additional features include adhesive masks, photo etched parts and decals with marking options for a number of aircraft, including 44-64561 of 182 FBS, Texas ANG; 44-64347 of 101 FIS, Massachusetts ANG; 44-64351 of 133 FIS, New Hampshire ANG and RAF machine KN987.

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Airfix Announces Upcoming New Tool Spitfire Mk.Vc Kit

As part of their 2020 range of products, Airfix has announced the upcoming release of a new tool Spitfire Mk.Vc model kit in 1/72 scale.

The company states that this first release (A02108) will represent “aircraft equipped with the distinctive chin mounted Vokes air filter, which whilst reducing the top speed of the aircraft, allowed it to be operated more effectively in warmer and sand filled Mediterranean and desert climates.” Two livery profiles have also been posted for ER180 of 307 FS 31 FG and JL115 of 2 Squadron.

The new kit is currently slated for release in the autumn of 2020. Click below to check out additional images.

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Wingsy Kits Shares Update on Upcoming New Tool Bf 109E

Wingsy Kits has shared a series of renderings detailing the design work on their upcoming new tool Bf 109E model kit in 1/48 scale.

As the project is still a work in progress, details such as liveries, box contents, pricing and an expected release date appear to be unreleased as of this writing.

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Airfix Announces Upcoming Release of New Tool Bristol Beaufort

Airfix has announced the upcoming release of a new tool Bristol Beaufort Mk.1 in 1/72 scale.

As of this writing, details are scarce, although the kit (A04021) appears to have two liveries representing N1016 of 22 Squadron and L9866 of 217 Squadron. It is currently slated for release in the autumn.

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For Sale: Hawker Hurricane Fabric With “RAF Museum and Veteran Documents”

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An “original WWII” 77” x 40” fabric section reportedly from the starboard section of a Hawker Hurricane is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

If you collect you know large sections of fabric extremely rare. . Very fragile with paint loss. Front lightly treated to prevent additional paint loss. Should be shipped flat. Clear fabric reinforcement tape applied on weak seams on rear. Can be removed if necessary. Copies of all documentation pictured and more will be provided.

“RAF museum and veteran documents” are said to be included. The section is located in San Clemente, California and is currently being offered for US $7,250, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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1945 Yak 3M N529SB Offered For Sale

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1945 Yakovlev YAK -3M (S/N 0470104 / N529SB) is available for sale.

According to the listing, the airframe has 250 hrs TTSN, while the Allison V-1710-111 engine has 25 hrs SMOH by Vintage V-12s. It spins a Hamilton Standard 23E50 with DC-3 propeller blades (250 Hrs SMOH).

The aircraft is finished in WWII Normandy-Niemen two-tone grey camouflage as “White 6” with a stock military, grey interior.

The Yak is located in California and is currently being offered for $450,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(San Diego Air & Space Museum Archives [Public Domain] via Wikimedia Commons)

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Arma Hobby to Release Line of New Tool Grumman Wildcat Kits

Arma Hobby has announced that their first project for 2020 will be the release of new tool Grumman Wildcat model kits in 1/72 scale.

The offerings will reportedly be released in three boxings, including an FM-2 Wildcat Expert Set (70031), Wildcat Mk VI Model Kit (70032) and FM-2 Wildcat Model Kit (70033). The project will also continue into the F4F-4 Wildcat version at some point.

The Expert Set has an expected delivery time of February/March 2020, while the remaining two kits will reportedly be released early in the second quarter of 2020. Additional details regarding the kit contents and marking options are currently scarce, but will be “given soon.”

In the meantime, some images have been released, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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AT-6G “Always Hangared, Ground-Up Restoration” Offered For Sale

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An “always hangared” North American AT-6G (N4269E) has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

North American AT-6G, Only 490 Hours Since Ground-up Restoration, 112 Hours on Engine Since IRAN with Overhauled Cylinders.

Specifically, the airframe is listed as having 490.3 hours since complete ground-up restoration (1994) and 1739.7 hours since ‘G’ conversion. The P&W R-1340-AN1 engine reportedly has 363.6 hours SMOH by Tulsa Aircraft Engines and 112 hours since IRAN with overhauled cylinders. Additional features include an avionics package, new canopy cover, fast throw ailerons, new wiring at restoration, new tires and annual inspection completed in October 2019.

The aircraft is located in Carson City, NV and is currently being offered for $240,000. Click here and here to check out complete listings.

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Kermit Weeks Shares New Video Update on Messerschmitt Bf 108 Restoration

Fantasy of Flight owner Kermit Weeks has shared the December update on his Messerschmitt Bf 108 restoration project.

The latest video features Fantasy of Flight Restoration Specialist Paul Stecewycz providing an update on current work as well as a wrap-up of the year’s progress before ending with another personal insight into how he got started in aircraft restoration.

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“Excellent Condition” Loehle 5151 Mustang Offered For Sale

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An “excellent condition” Loehle 5151 Mustang has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Rotax 582 Electric Start, 162 total hour, airspeed, ALT, compass, tach, fuel gauge, water temp., dual EGT, Electric Trim, BRS, Com, 760 Radio, 3 Blade GSC Prop, Heel Brakes Retracts, Fuselage and Wings all Sitka Spruce. Always hangered in a climate controlled building.. 12 1/2 gallon tank. Excellent Condition! The aircraft is mostly made of Sitka spruce & aircraft plywood and covered with Poly-Fiber Finish.

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

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