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Eduard to Release New Tool Fw 190A-6 Model Kit

Eduard has announced the upcoming release of a new tool Fw 190A-6 model kit in 1/48 scale.

Details are scarce, although the ProfiPACK edition offering (82148) reportedly includes five marking options representing aircraft from the Eastern as well as the Western Front.

The kit is currently slated for release in June. Click below to check out livery profiles.

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“Never Assembled” Surplus 1916 Standard J-1 Offered For Sale

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A 1916 Standard J-1 has been spotted for sale.

Details are limited, but according to the listing the aircraft was war surplus and “never assembled.” Parts for a second airframe are reportedly included.

The machine is currently being offered for $110,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: SDASM Archives / Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons)

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Tamiya to Release “One Shot Production Run” P-38H Masterpiece Kit

Tamiya has announced the upcoming release of a new P-38H Lightning model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (25199) offers a bevy of new parts to replicate the type, including larger supercharger intakes, rear canopy without reinforcing frames, instrumentation, nose landing gear strut and bay covers, main landing gear reinforcements, upgraded 20mm cannon and 12.7mm machine guns that were often modified on the ground, plus turbocharger coolant pipe. It also includes weights for accurate balance and display and a detailed cockpit with wheel-type controls, radio, throttle box and more.

One marking option will be included representing 432nd Fighter Squadron, part of the 475th Fighter Group that was devastatingly effective from 1943-44 over the Pacific. A canopy painting mask is also included as well as a full-color painting guide.

The new offering will reportedly be available as a limited edition masterpiece kit with only one production run. It will be released in a white box format beginning sometime in late July. Click below to check out additional images.

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Model A-Powered Pietenpol Air Camper Project Offered For Sale

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A Model A-powered Pietenpol Air Camper project has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

I’m selling this project for a friend,he acquired this previously-flying Pietenpol Aircamper in March 2019 and has been working on it since then. He planned to complete the restoration, but priorities have changed. The airplane was damaged due to a landing incident. Most of all the hard work is done. Wings and cowling need to be painted. I have all the parts to finish this project.It has duel ignition Ford model A engine with less than 100 hrs TT. I Might consider selling the engine prop combo separate from the airframe. Selling this as a project/parts without airworthy certificate or FAA “N”. There is plenty of work left to become 51% builder for FAA certification.

The project is located in Millington, Illinois and is currently being offered for US $12,900, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Always Hangared” 1946 Aeronca 11AC Offered For Sale

A 1946 Aeronca 11AC Scout has hit the market. The listing states:

1946 Aeronca 11ac Scout N3818E. 1266 hrs since major overhaul. Recovered in 2012. Always hangered. Annual done in 2020. Wonderful short field performer. This tail dragger is a perfect aircraft to go sight seeing with a friend. Known to cruise along while only sipping on fuel… you can’t go wrong with this timeless classic!

The aircraft is located in Middleburg, FL and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Video Details Construction of Stunning, Scratch Built 1/16 Aluminum Stuka Model

YouTuber Guillermo Rojas Bazán (rojasbazan) has published the first in a series of videos detailing his amazing Ju87 B-1 Stuka model.

The model is described as “total scratch built aluminum construction” in 1/16 scale. The first part of the proposed three part series details the materials and construction of the model, with a close look at the stunning level of detail incorporated into the project.

Click below to check it out.

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Zvezda Releases Renderings of Upcoming C-130H “Full New Kit”

Zvezda has released a series of renderings detailing their upcoming C-130H Hercules model kit in 1/72 scale.

The offering is described as a “full new kit,” although additional details, including contents, liveries, pricing and an expected release date, appear to be absent at the moment.

Click below to check out additional renderings. According to the developer, “panel lines and other small parts will be added soon.”

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1948 F-94A Starfire Fuselage Offered For Sale

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A 1948 Lockheed F-94A Starfire fuselage is currently available for sale. The listing states:

1948 Lockheed f94 A Model number 2 prototype40 ft. Long1st all weather jet radar intercepterArmy air coreIn the cockpit, It has both seats and sticks and pedals but, no instrument panels or gauges.There are no wings or tail fins, only what you see in the pictures is all there is.If you want wings, T33 wings are compatible with this aircraft and they are out there and you can find them. No engine in it.

The fuselage is located in West Islip, New York and is currently being offered for US $20,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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ICM Releases New Do 217J-1/2 Night Fighter Model Kit

ICM has released its new Do 217J-1/2 model kit in 1/48 scale.

According to Scalemates, the offering (48272) is based on ICM’s new tool Do 217N-1 kit (48271). The new kit is touted as offering highly detailed engines and cockpit interior as well as marking options for four machines.

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“Fairly Low Time, Good Shape” Aero L-29 Delphin For Sale, Price Reduced

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A 1969 Aero L-29 Delphin is for sale with a reduced price. The listing states (in part):

Aero L-29 Delphin This is a great example of one of the finest jet aircraft ever built by the eastern block countries. These were built to be rugged and to be operated off of grass strips. This airplane is a fairly low time good shape machine. Engine just under 500 hours total time and has passed inspection for continued operation. The airframe around 2500 TT. Ejection seats are cold. Includes a tail cart to split the tail for inspections and maintenance, tow bar, and spares. Great airshow airplane or for that person that always wanted to be their own jet fighter pilot. Sale will include a fresh inspection. Delivery for cost available. Trades for a Center Console Boat considered.

The machine is located in Lebanon, Tennessee and is now being offered for US $49,500 (offers are also being accepted). Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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