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Tamiya Releases New Tool 1/48 P-38 Lightning Kit

Tamiya has released its highly anticipated new tool P-38 P-38F/G Lightning model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit (61120) is reportedly the product of “extensive research and ever-evolving mold making techniques” and is described as “the best fitting and most accurate P-38 Lightning F/G model assembly kit to date.”

It is touted as accurately depicting early P-38 features such as slimline engine cowlings, intercoolers in leading edges and the curved canopy front. Additional features include a detailed cockpit with wheel-type controls, radio, throttle box and more; parts to recreate two each of 150- and 300-gallon drop tanks and weights to ensure correct balance of the model when displayed.

Two livery options are also included representing “White 147,” a P-38G which took part in the interception of Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto in April 1943, and P-38F “White 33.

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MiG-17F Project Offered For Sale

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A “beautiful example” of a 1959 MiG-17F has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

This airplane was built in Poland as a LIM 5 with afterburner. Serial number 1C1423. The aircraft has nice paint and is in original unmodified condition. Sale includes the airframe, VK1F afterburner engine, logbooks and towbar. The aircraft served with the Polish airforce 34th PLM at Gdynia. It was imported to the USA in 1993. It is not currently registered with the FAA and is not certified. The airplane is not currently airworthy. The aircraft had some water damage in the cockpit that would need restoration before preparing for certification. Additionally some elevator repair needed. Engine turns freely but was not started.

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

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Modelsvit Announces Upcoming New Tool Bf 109 C-3 Model Kit

Modelsvit has announced the upcoming release of a new tool Messerschmitt Bf 109 C-3 model kit in 1/48 scale.

The company emphasizes that the kit is manufactured with new molds and notes that it will include two canopies (open/closed), PE sheet (instr.panel, seat belts,etc.) and decals for two machines.

The new kit (4805) is currently slated for release in the second half of November.

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Kermit Weeks Documents Seversky P-35 Wing Restoration in New Video

Fantasy of Flight owner Kermit Weeks has posted a new FoF Mechanic’s Corner video dealing with the restoration of his extremely rare Seversky P-35A. The new update will be released in two parts and features Fantasy of Flight’s metal specialist Rick Reeves “taking us through the process of restoring the P-35 wing.”

To help show all the steps in detail, we’ll follow one particular wing skin through the whole process. Rick starts by pulling the old wing skin off the frame, and then goes through all the steps it takes to bring a new skin to life.

As previously reported, the machine was acquired years back in a trade with the USAF Museum and is reportedly one of only three remaining examples of the single seat fighter, which was introduced in the mid-1930s and saw limited action at the beginning of WW2. It came from the Swedish Air Force and was stored in underground bunkers during the war, which resulted in significant pitting and surface corrosion. Additional damage was sustained when Hurricane Andrew struck Kermit’s Florida-based collection in 1992. When complete, this will be the only airworthy example of the type in the world.

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Parts/Static Display F-86F Airframe Offered For Sale

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North American F-86F S/N 52-5303 is available for sale.

The listing states that the machine is in poor condition and therefore for parts or static display. It also lacks an engine. It is located in Troutville, Virginia and is currently being offered for $55,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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For Sale: “Very Hard to Find” German WW1 Bamberg Compass

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A “very hard to find” WW1 Bamberg compass has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Fantastic compass used on the German planes of the first war. Manufacturer: Carl Bamberg N. 38075 Berlin-Friedenau. Very used in aircraft Fokker Dr.1, Albatros, Gotha Bomber, and others… No water inside.

The compass is located in Sao Paulo, Brazil and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Hawker Tempest Project “With Original Engine” Offered For Sale

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A Hawker Tempest Mk II project has been spotted for sale.

Details are scarce, although the listing states that the project includes an original engine, is almost complete and in “V.G. condition.” Pricing is not mentioned.

Click here to check out the complete listing.

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Brickmania Releases 1/35 F-22 Raptor LEGO Model Kit

Brickmania has released a new, limited edition 1/35 Lockheed F-22 Raptor LEGO model kit.

The offering (BKM8005) consists of 1528 LEGO elements, a high-quality sticker sheet, printed elements, custom F-22 pilot minifigure and full-color building instructions. Additional features include working landing gear, posable flaps, elevators, and thrust vectoring nozzles, as well as a detailed cockpit, arresting hook and Gatling gun door. Also included are three opening missile bays and a combat load out that includes two Sidewinders and two AMRAAM missiles, as well as a brick-built display stand.

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PBY-5A Catalina With “Many Spare Parts” Offered For Sale

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A Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina (S/N 48423 / N423RS) with “many spare parts” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Standard WWII military configuration. Seats removed other than radio operator position. In fair condition. Flight deck is in fair condition… Aircraft has been in storage after shipment to Florida from UK. There are spares with the project including tail component, rudders, props, main wings, struts, cowls.

The airframe reportedly has 12049.2 TT, while the Pratt & Whitney R-1830-92S engines each have 650 SOH. The machine is located in New Smyrna, FL and is currently being offered for US $275,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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“Restored, Ready to Fly” Bell UH-1B Offered For Sale

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A 1963 Bell UH-1B (S/N 62-2084 / N832M) described as “restored” and “ready [to] fly on the airshow circuit” has hit the market.

The airframe reportedly has 10,463.6 TTSN, while the T-53-11D engine has 3039.5 TTSN / 1105.5 SMOH. The blades are listing as having amassed 2365.6 and 22,374.5 TSN. The machine is painted in USN markings with “excellent condition” interior restored to stock.

The aircraft is located in California and is currently being offered for US$190,000. Click here and here to check out complete listings.

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