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3/4 Scale Fw 190 A-1 Offered For Sale

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A 3/4 scale Fw 190 has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Beautiful 3/4 scale replica Fock Wulf 190 A-1. Ninety percent complete. Must sell due to illness. All metal air frame. 12 hrs TT engine and airframe. Lycoming GO 435 geared engine 260 hp. Have spare engine for parts also available. New landing gear, trim tabs, cooling fan and baffles. Painted WWII color scheme JG/26 Adolph Galland. Previously appraised as is for $177,000.

The machine is La Quinta, CA and is available for $95,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Image: B. Huber from Wikimedia Commons)

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First Look: Modelsvit’s New Tool XP-55 Ascender

Modelsvit has posted the first test build photos of their upcoming new tool XP-55 Ascender model kit in 1/48 scale.

The aircraft, built by Curtiss-Wright, performed its maiden flight in 1943 but its performance was found to be lacking. Only three examples of the type were built – two of which were destroyed in crashes. The third is currently on long-term loan from Kalamazoo, Michigan’s Air Zoo to the National Air & Space Museum in Washington DC.

The new kit reportedly includes PE sheet (instrument panel, seat belts, cabin side panels), two canopies (open/closed), painting masks (inner/outer) and marking options for two machines (S/N 278846, S/N 278847).

The new photos show an example which was assembled “without usage of any additional stuff, such as primer or/and putty.” It is currently slated for release in mid-December. Click below to see more.

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Airworthy TVAL SE5a, Sopwith Pup Reproductions Offered For Sale

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New Zealand-based aircraft manufacturer The Vintage Aviator, Ltd. is offering two of their exquisite airworthy WW1 aircraft reproductions for sale.

The first is a Hispano-Suiza-powered SE5a in 60 Squadron markings. The listing states (in part):

With extensive research and skilled craftsmanship we have built an accurate RAF Se5a reproduction. Every bit of detail you would have found in an original, you’ll find in this example. Completed in 2006 with 80 hours worth of flight time, this aircraft has been well looked after and professionally maintained by our staff at Hood Aerodrome in Masterton New Zealand.

The second machine is is a recently completed Sopwith Pup in RNAS markings which has “only just finished its airworthiness program ” and is “near new.” The aircraft is reportedly equipped with an original 80 hp Le Rhone engine that has been restored to an airworthy condition.

Prices for the machines are available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listings.

(Thanks, Pascal! Photo: Phillip Capper via Wikimedia Commons)

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Brickmania Releases 1/35 P-61B Black Widow LEGO Model Kit

Brickmania has released a new, limited edition 1/35 P-61B Black Widow LEGO model kit.

The offering reportedly includes 1,214 “genuine new-condition LEGO and BrickArms components,” three custom-printed minifigures, and movable flaps / elevator. The model also includes the type’s rotating dorsal turret with four machine guns.

Click below to check out the product page and a video overview of the new kit.

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F-4 Phantom With “Superb History” Offered For Sale

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An ex-Royal Navy F4 Phantom FG.1 has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Ideal For Static Museum Display Use, Very Unique Aircraft With Superb History, First UK Phantom To Land On An Aircraft Carrier, Last Operational UK Phantom Etc.Asking Price: £P.O.A

The machine is located in Sproughton, IP England. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: wiltshirespotter via Wikimedia Commons)

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“Time Capsule Condition” Harrier Offered For Sale

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Harrier GR3 XZ132 has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Classic British Cold War Iconic Warbird. Rare opportunity. Ideal investment portfolio piece. Described in the press as being in ‘Time capsule condition’. XZ132 has great provenance serving with all the RAF Harrier Squadrons inc RAF Germany during the Cold War, Belize and the Falklands. XZ132 was one of the aircraft prepared for operation Corporate to retake the Falklands Islands in 1982. Over 50kg of paperwork included. Rolls Royce Pegasus Mk103 included. Externally complete. Cockpit very complete with the original Mk9A ejection seat installed (inert). Last flown: 8/10/90. Total Hrs: 3193

The machine, located in Selby, United Kingdom, is described as “decommissioned Ex UK MOD surplus equipment and not sold as airworthy.”

Check out the links below for additional information.

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Eduard Releases New Tool 1/48 Tempest Mk V Model Kit

Eduard has released their newly designed and tooled 1/48 Tempest Mk V model kit which was introduced during the recent Scale Model World event in Telford, UK.

As previously reported, The kit (82121) is offered as a ProfiPACK edition representing aircraft manufactured within Series 1. It reportedly includes Eduard sprues, pre-painted PE-sets, a painting mask and Cartograf decals with six marking options.

Product Page ($64.99 via AeroScale)

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New Kermie Cam Video Offers Uncut Pilot’s Eye View of Curtiss Pusher Flight

Kermit Weeks has released a new “Uncut Kermie Cam” video capturing an “exhilarating” full flight in his 1909 Herring-Curtiss Pusher reproduction from the pilot’s perspective.

This two-seat, Continental O-200 A-powered machine was constructed in 2009 by Dean Wilson and Jim Otey to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first flight in the state of Idaho. It is now part of Weeks’ Fantasy of Flight collection in Polk City, Florida.

Click below to check out the video.

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“Excellent Condition” 80 hp Le Rhone Engine Offered For Sale

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A 1914 80hp Le Rhone engine has been spotted on the market. The listing states (in part):

80 hp Le Rhone engine complete less Intake tubes. Excellent condition, disassembled and cleaned for inspection.

The engine is located in Sonoma, CA and is currently being offered for $30,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: National Archives and Records Administration via Wikimedia Commons)

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Arma Hobby Releases Test Build Images of New Tool Hawker Hurricane Kit

Arma Hobby has released the first test build images for their upcoming Hawker Hurricane Mk I model kit in 1/72 scale.

The model is said to boast “delicate panel lines” with “imitation of canvas on the fuselage and control surfaces.” Its surface is described as “rich with details like subtle round latches (dzuses) and raised rivets” while the cockpit offers a level of detail “proper for 1/48 scale.”

As previously noted, the kit will reportedly feature open or closed canopy display, an optional tropical version, two types of propeller blades, three types of spinners and photo etched details. The model will also be released in junior and expert editions, with the latter offering cockpit and wheel masks and “significant” photo-etched plates. Decal options will reportedly include “Aces as Urbanowicz, Zumbach, Frantisek and others.” Continue reading Arma Hobby Releases Test Build Images of New Tool Hawker Hurricane Kit