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Eduard Releases Limited Edition, New Tool “Chattanooga Choo Choo” P-51D Kit

Eduard released its new tool, limited edition “Chattanooga Choo Choo” P-51D model kit.

As previously reported, the offering (11134) is described as the first item based on the new 1/48 P-51D Mustang kit and is focused on the D-5 production block with additionally mounted dorsal fin fillet assembly. It includes decals by Cartograf for six markings of 8th and 15th USAAF Mustangs.

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Eduard Offers Update on Limited Edition “Chattanooga Choo Choo” P-51D Kit

Eduard has released an update on its upcoming, limited edition “Chattanooga Choo Choo” P-51D model kit, which includes the box art seen above.

The offering (11134) is described as the first item based on the new 1/48 P-51D Mustang kit and is focused on the D-5 production block with additionally mounted dorsal fin fillet assembly. It will include decals by Cartograf for six markings of 8th and 15th USAAF Mustangs.

The kit will reportedly be released as a “show special item” for IPMS USA Nats in Chattanooga on August 7th, 2019. From that date will be available also on the Eduard webstore and by selected retailers.

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First Trailer Released for Top Gun: Maverick [Video]

Today, Paramount Pictures released the first official trailer for the highly anticipated sequel to the 1986 film Top Gun. The new movie, entitled Top Gun: Maverick, is currently slated for release in 2020.

The trailer suggests that the new film will focus on the F-18, although there does appear to be a very quick shot of a P-51 Mustang as well – a development which will no doubt raise a lot of questions about how it will be included in the story line.

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Brickmania Releases New LEGO P-51D Model Kit

Brickmania has released a new, limited edition 1/35 P-51D Mustang LEGO model kit.

The offering (BKM2227) boasts a color scheme representing Mustangs of the 352nd Fighter Group and reportedly includes 438 new-condition LEGO elements, a high-quality sticker sheet and a custom-printed American pilot minifigure.

The model is described containing “cool features” including retractable landing gear, a spinning propeller, and brick-built color scheme.

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“Excellent Condition” P-51D “Hurry Home Honey” Offered For Sale

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P-51D Mustang NL3751D “Hurry Home Honey” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

1944 North American P51D Mustang “Hurry Home Honey”. 16 SMOH on Vintage V12, Cuff prop, Impeccable maintenance Excellent condition.

The aircraft is located in Austin, Texas and is currently being offered for $2,250,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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Eduard Releases First Test Shots of Upcoming New Tool P-51 Kit

Eduard has released the first test shots of their upcoming new tool P-51D Mustang model kit in 1/48 scale.

The company states that they successfully tested the first two of six tools needed for production. The early test provided a “nice result with some flashes, but without shrinkages.” It is expected that the next test will move both tools “very close to production status.”

As previously reported, the kit makes use of “every technological innovation” at Eduard’s disposal and will initially be released as a ProfiPACK edition, followed by limited edition releases that will be theme related.

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New FlightLine P-51D 850mm RC Model Released

Motion RC has released a new FlightLine 850mm (33″) P-51D Mustang PNP RC model.

The offering is described as “re-imagined” to fit a beginner-friendly format with “accurate styling, gyro-readiness, low operating cost and high fun factor in an easily transportable size.” The model reportedly features a long plywood battery plate, reinforced motor firewall, shatter resistant two blade propeller, one-piece wing with carbon spar, servo horn protectors, plastic sheathed underside fuselage to resist scuffs during landing and balanced wing loading for precise handling and steady landing characteristics.

The FlightLine Mustang includes two different decal sets representing “The Enchantress”, flown by 2nd Lt William Saks of 457th Fighter Squadron, 506th Fighter Group and “Shanghai Lil'” flown by Ed Linfante of 462nd Fighter Squadron, 506th Fighter Group.

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Airfix to Release New Quick Build D-Day Spitfire, P-51 Kits

Airfix has announced the upcoming release of new Spitfire (J6045) and P-51 (J6046) kits to coincide with the 75th anniversary of D-Day.

The kits snap together, eliminating the need for for glue or paint, and each includes a sticker sheet with a D-Day livery. Additional details, such as scale, remain a mystery.

The kits are currently slated for release in May. Click below to check out product links and additional images.

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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 hours, airspeed, ALT, compass, tach, fuel gauge, water temp., dual EGT, Electric Trim, BRS, VAL 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 aircraft 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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Airfix Releases New Mustang Mk IV Model Kit

Airfix has released a new P-51K / Mustang Mk. IV model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit is reportedly based on the new tool P-51D released in 2017, but represents the British Mk IV with liveries representing KM272 “Dooleybird” of 19 Squadron and KH676 of 3 Squadron RAAF.

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