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Development Update: Airfix’s New Tool Canadair Sabre Mk.4 Model Kit

Airfix has provided an early development update for their upcoming new tool Canadair Sabre Mk.4 model kit in 1/48 scale.

The images accompanying the report represent many months of work to create the most accurate model possible. This included scanning a suitable aircraft at the Norwegian Armed Forces Aircraft Collection in Oslo, taking measurements and detailed photographs and delving into the history of this particular machine. The compiled information was then used to create a 3D CAD version of the aircraft that serves as the base model shell.

While there is still much work left to do, the new Sabre is slated for release in the winter of 2020. The company states that in this new larger scale, the model will look “absolutely magnificent in our display cabinets, especially when wearing the camouflage markings of the Royal Air Force.”

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“Time Capsule” TBM-3E Avenger Offered For Sale With Price Slashed

Please Note: This is an archived post. The information presented here may not be current and the associated listing may no longer be active.

Grumman TBM-3E Avenger N28SF (S/N 85983) has been relisted for sale with a reduced price.

The machine has had one owner for over 20 years and is described as a “time-capsule aircraft” with turret and operational bomb doors. The airframe reportedly has 3,488 hrs TTSNEW while the engine has 900 Hrs SMOH. It includes an avionics package as well as equipment including 3” horizon, 3” DG, preoiler, 8 replica rockets, glass in good condition, recent tires, recent brakes, two replica bombs under wings and hi capacity Stratopower hydraulic pump.

The Avenger is currently being offered for $290,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: Greg Goebel / CC BY-SA via Wikimedia Commons)

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AZ Model to Release New Tool Bf 109 E Series Model Kit

AZ Model will reportedly release a new tool Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3 to E-7 model kit in 1/72 scale.

A (translated) update from the AZ Model website states that the model is being developed to offer “fine details, a very detailed interior and virtually all alternative parts of different versions. Emphasis is placed on compliance with a large pattern and very good assembly, which guarantees HQT mold processing with precision 3D milling and printing.” It appears the kit will be offered with “many box covers” and accompanied by “many attractive color schemes and decal markings.”

The first kits are slated for release in early summer.

(via AZ Model and Scalemates)

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North American F-86F Offered For Sale With Reduced Price

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North American F-86F N86FR has been re-listed for sale with a reduced price.

The machine was manufactured in 1952 and delivered to FA Argentina as C-109 in 1960. It was recovered from Argentina and assembled in Coleman, TX in 1989, receiving its FAA airworthiness certificate the following year. It is now registered as N86FR and flown as USAF/SkyBlazers 31201 (FU-201).

The airframe reportedly has 4417.4 Hrs TTSNEW, while the GE J-47-GE-27 engine (5970 # Thrust) has 402 Hours SMOH. The machine includes an avionics package as well as two 120 gallon wing aux tanks, smoke system, strobe lights, vertical card compass, recent tires, excellent canopy glass and ELT. It is located at the Valiant Air Command Museum in Titusville, Florida and is currently being offered for $275,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: U.S. Navy Photo by Mate 2nd Class Daniel J. McLain / Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons)

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Eduard to Release New Tool Spitfire Mk I-V Model Kits

Eduard has announced the upcoming release of a new tool series of Spitfire model kits covering early mark variants. Specifically, the project will reportedly cover several versions of the early Merlin powered Spitfires, including the Mk.I, Mk.II and Mk.Vs, as well as Seafires later. The first release will be the Mk I in 1/48 scale, which will be offered in a “couple of boxings.”

Click below to check out a series of newly released images as well as additional details on the upcoming offerings.

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Rare Yak-1 Project “With An Incredible Combat History” Offered For Sale

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A rare Yak-1 project “with an incredible combat history” is currently available for sale.

According to the listing, the aircraft (G-BTZD S/N 1342, 485 Fighter Regiment) landed on Polonets Lake in the Demlansk area of northern Russia in December 1942 after suffering damage caused by German fighter fire. The lake was frozen at the time and it is believed that the pilot, Flying Officer Michael Kudrjashov, escaped and returned to Russian lines. The machine sank in the spring thaw and settled in 18 meters of water, where it remained until being recovered in October 1990. Continue reading Rare Yak-1 Project “With An Incredible Combat History” Offered For Sale

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Modelsvit Developing 1/48 F-82 Twin Mustang Model Kit

Modelsvit has released a new series of renderings showing their upcoming F-82 Twin Mustang model kit in 1/48 scale.

Details seem to be limited, although the company states that work has been completed on “Master Geometry,” described as the first and most complicated stage of the design process, and they are now moving on to all related details.

At the moment there does not appear to be any information regarding kit contents, pricing or a potential release date. Click below to check out additional renderings.

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“Under Restoration” Spitfire LF Vb Offered For Sale

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An “under restoration” Vickers Supermarine Spitfire LF Vb (BL688) is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

An incredible investment opportunity to acquire probably the longest documented combat history of a WW2 Spitfire in the world today! BL688 was delivered into service on the 25th of January 1942 and served until 29th of May 1945. It served with five RAF Fighter Squadrons, as well as the USAAF 335 FG & US Navy on D-Day. So far, 47 Allied pilots have been identified from Australia, Canada, Caribbean, Free French, India, Poland , UK , New Zealand and USA. Some of the men served only a short period and met their fate in combat against the enemy. Others flew BL688 with distinction and survived the war and went onto achieve great things.

The listing describes the airframe “zero timed – under restoration” and the Rolls Royce Merlin 35 engine as “Zero Hours” with “Dowty Rotol three blade propeller.” Pricing is available upon application. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: Forward (Fg Off), Royal Air Force official photographer / Public domain via Wikimedia Commons)

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First Look: Sprues, Test Build for Airfix’s New Tool Spitfire Mk Vc

Airfix has shared photos of the first test sprues for their upcoming new tool Spitfire Mk Vc model kit in 1/72 scale.

As previously reported, 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 images show the first plastic frames for the new kit as well as the first test build from the first test components. The company states that “Every aspect of the kit’s design will need to be assessed, from surface detail to checking for sink marks and from the general fit and finish of the model to checking overall design tolerances.” Therefore, they note that parts are “still subject to change before the tooling can be released for production.”

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

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For Sale: Three Harrier Package, Including “World’s Only Civilian Owned and Certified Sea Harrier”

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A three Harrier aircraft package has hit the market, which reportedly includes Sea Harrier FA-2 N94422 (S/N XZ-439, pictured above), touted as “the world’s only civilian owned and certified Sea Harrier.” The listing states (in part):

Includes: FA-2 SEA HARRIER One of the most in-demand aircraft for airshow acts in the United States! There are many possible uses for this aircraft including: airshows, training, flight experiences, military contract work, advertising and promotional work. TMK-8 HARRIER Dual Controlled, Near Certification! GR-3 HARRIER Very Complete. Excellent Source for Spares! Support Equipment, Engines, Manuals, Rotables, and a Travel Support Kit also Included.

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