LSP Group Builds!
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- The Blue Box of Happiness - this runs from 1 September 2021 until 28 February 2022.
- Target for Today - this runs from 1 June 2021 until 30 November 2021.
Updated 19 September 2021
- Our valued sponsor HobbyLink Japan is having their 2021 Fall Sale.
- This week's big news is that new Kiwi kit company Kotare Models has announced K32001 1/32 Spitfire Mk.Ia (Late) as its first kit.
- Lukgraph has announced that it is now taking pre-orders for its Albatros C.III kits.
- Lukgraph has also launched a new range of linen, plywood, and lozenge decals.
- Reedoak has announced that a second version of the U.S. Navy standing pilot #2.
- Quinta Studio has released another three new sets:
- Red Fox Studio has released RFSQS-32048: AH-64A Apache Quick Set 3D Acrylic Instrument Panel.
- Yahu has announced a 1/32 scale instrument panel for the Azur Caudron 714 [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews Mitsubishi A6M Reisen Zeke, Volumes I & II, from Kagero.
- Kevin Williams also reviews Aircraft in Detail 015: Phantom II: F-4 E/F/EJ & RF-4, from HMH Publications.
- David Mooney returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Fw 190A-8.
- Dariusz Kowalczuk presents his Trumpeter 1/32 F-8E Crusader.
Updated 12 September 2021
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced that 32018 F-15E Cockpit upgrade set ready.
- Metallic Details has released four new sets:
- Quinta Studio has released three new sets:
- MH Design Scale Models Studio has announced Bristell B23 1/18 scale [Facebook link].
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Noy's Miniatures NM32044: WWII Luftwaffe Fighter Hangar (Inside) Set.
- Brian Leitch reviews ICM 32061: AH-1G Cobra (late production) + Quinta Studios Cobra Set.
- Tom Probert returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F-4J Phantom, UK Version.
- Malcolm Reid presents his Kinetic 1/32 Hawk Mk.120 in SAAF Markings.
Updated 4 September 2021
- Our latest Group Build has just launched! Entitled The Blue Box of Happiness, it's dedicated to Revell kits, so join in if you can!
- According to the Greenmats Club forums, A.B.&K. Hobby Kits is developing an all-new 1/32 scale P-39 kit.
- Zoukei-Mura has published an update regarding its Fw 190 and Bf 109 kits.
- Quinta Studio has released two new sets:
- Model Monkey has released CAD renders of its upcoming Beaufighter observer's station.
- KASL has released seamless intake and wingtip launcher sets for the Tamiya F-16.
- HMH Publications has announced two new books on the EA-6B Prowler and C-160 Transall.
- Metallic Details has released tail wheel sets for the Bf 109E, F, & G.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Album No. 17: The Henschel Hs 129, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Kevin Williams reviews Grumman F-14 Tomcat in US Navy Service, from Kagero.
- Peter Booij returns with his Revell 1/32 F4U-1A/D.
- Miloslav Hraban also returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 J2M3 Raiden.
- Suresh Nathan presents his Trumpeter 1/32 TBF Avenger In Sinking of The IJN Musashi, Leyte Gulf, Subayan Sea October 1944.
Updated 29 August 2021
- Synthetic Ordnance Works has released a Me 262A/B Landing Gear Set for the Revell kits.
- Armory Models Group has announced a 1/32 R-985 Wasp Junior [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews U.S. Aircraft Carriers 1939-45, from Casemate Publishers.
- Gary Shively debuts with his Roden 1/32 Albatros D.I.
- John Everett also debuts with his Cedar Creek Models 1/24 DHC-2 Beaver.
- Rod Bettencourt presents his Trumpeter 1/32 SBD-3.
Updated 22 August 2021
- In news that has surely been all around the Interwebs by now, a group consisting of former Wingnut Wings staff and others has just launched a new kit company called Kotare Models, with a new unnamed model kit already in development.
- This week's other big news is that Sprue Bros. and Phantom Phreaks have combined forces to announce 12 new Phantom kits in 1/32 scale, starting in 2022.
- Archer Fine Transfers has released four new rivet sets:
- Quinta Studio has released QD35020: Mi-24V 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (for Trumpeter kit).
- Red Fox Studio has announced a Quick Set 3D IP for the AH-64A Apache 1/32 kit from Revell & Monogram [Facebook link].
- Mike Norris returns with his Omega Models 32-003 1/32 MB bis Fighter.
- Glijn Van Driessche debuts with his Lukgraph 1/32 Nimrod.
- Dariusz Kowalczuk presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Su-25 Frogfoot.
Updated 15 August 2021
- Lukgraph has published some CAD renders of its impending Albatros C.III kit [Facebook link].
- Lemkits has published progress photos of its upcoming Su-2 kit.
- Quinta Studio has released QD32073: A-10C 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (for Trumpeter kit)
- Flying Leathernecks has announced LAU-127F/A wingtip missile launchers for Trumpeter F/A-18E/F.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe & Miniature No 17-The Messerschmitt Bf 110.
- Jetmads has announced that its Viggen kit will be shipping from 16 August [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews The Mighty Eighth: A Glimpse of the Men, Missions & Machines of the U.S. Eighth Air Force 1942-45, from Griffin International.
- Oleg Kvasha presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Fokker E.II.
Updated 8 August 2021
- Aerocraft Models has released two new sets:
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32017: F-15C Pylons + Rails.
- Model Monkey has released a 1/32 British 18-inch Mk XV torpedo.
- Ventura Publications has released some new 1/32nd scale light grey serials as used by the RAF, RAAF and others in World War Two [Facebook link].
- Quinta Studio has released two new sets:
- AIMS has released 1/32 PR Spitfire Conversions for Revell kits [Facebook link].
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Spitfire Mk IIa.
- Pete Bland debuts with his Trumpeter 1/32 Su-27 Flanker.
- Luc Janssen presents his Trumpeter 1/32 F6F-3.
Updated 1 August 2021
- Copper State Models has published final renders of its upcoming 1/32 Caudron G.III [Facebook link].
- Aviattic has released 1/24th scale Fokker Dr.I streaking camouflage sets.
- RESIN2detail has announced a R-1830 Fast Fix engine front [Facebook link].
- Quinta Studio has released two new sets:
- ICM has announced 32112: WWII Allies Pilots in th cockpit [Facebook link].
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Spitfire XIVc, Converted to a XIVe Bubbletop.
- Larry Trout also returns with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 LVG C.VI.
- Kevin Weiche presents his Revell 1/32 He 219 A-7.
Updated 25 July 2021
- Lukgraph has announced that its de Havilland DH.90 kit will be available for pre-order from next Friday [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio has released RFSQS-32025: P-40E Warhawk Quick Set Instrument Panel.
- AIMS has released an RAF Camera Set.
- Quinta Studio has released three new sets:
- Special Hobby has announced in its newsletter that it is re-releasing the 1/32 scale He 100D kit.
- Armory Models has announced a range of B-17 wheel sets in muliple scales.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has re-introduced its He 219 Bundle Pack.
- DN Models has released an Insignia Paint Mask Set for the Meng 1/24 Fokker Dr.I Triplane.
- Kevin Futter reviews The Blohm & Voss Bv 141 (Second Edition), from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Boyd Waechter presents his Trumpeter 1/32 P-40N.
Updated 18 July 2021
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 F4U-4 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (for Trumpeter kit).
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced that FL32004: F/A-18D Devil Dog Deltas is now shipping.
- HADmodels has released 32039: Fw 190 A-8/R2 decal sheet.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced a Second Edition of The Westland Whirlwind - A Detailed Guide to The RAF’s Twin-engine Fighter.
- Ray Peterson reviews Meng QS-003: 1/24 Fokker Dr.I.
- Kevin Williams reviews British Fighter Aircraft in World War I (Design, Construction, and Innovation), from Casemate Publishers.
- Przemysław Litewka presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Roland C.II
Updated 10 July 2021
- KLP Publishing has announced that its next title will be Building the Wingnut Wings Albatros D.Va in 1/32 Scale, by Karim Bibi.
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 F4U-1A Corsair 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (for Tamiya kit).
- Model Monkey has released a 1/24 Messerschmitt Bf 109 F, G and K Spinner and Propeller Hub set.
- Red Fox Studio has released a Supermarine Spitfire Mk IXc Quick Set Instrument Panel.
- Werners Wings has announced a 1/35 USCG HH-60J / MH-60T Jayhawk Conversion.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced FL32004: Death Dealing Deltas decals for US Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornets.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from its impending The Heinkel He 219 Second Edition.
- Kevin Futter reviews some more new sets from Barracuda Studios:
- Kevin Williams reviews three new titles from HMH Publications:
Updated 4 July 2021
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 Me 262A interior for Trumpeter kit and a 1/32 Ki-61 interior for Hasegawa kit.
- Reedoak has released new Tomcat crew figures.
- Red Fox Studio has released a Cessna O-2A Skymaster Quick Set Instrument Panel.
- Kevin Futter reviews Barracuda Studios BR32157: 1/32 Scale Bf 109G-6 Upper Gun Cowling (Standard).
- Kevin Williams reviews SIAI Marchetti SF-260 from HMH Publications.
- Oleg Kvasha presents his Roden 1/32 Albatros D.III (OAW)
Updated 27 June 2021
- We are saddened to have learned recently of the passing of two of our members: Lothar Wolf and Jason Reese. May they rest in peace.
- Eagle Editions has released three new P-40 decal sets:
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some updated information regarding Airframe Album No. 1.
- Aerocraft Models has released two new sets both for the Meng 1/24 Fokker DR.1:
- Aerocraft Models has also announced that their P-51B canopy sets are now available for pre-order for the 1/32 Trumpeter kits.
- Model Monkey has released a 1/32 Beaufighter and Mosquito Airborne Interception Radar Mk.IV equipment set.
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 Fw 190D-9 interior for the Hasegawa kit.
- Kevin Futter reviews four new wheel sets from Barracuda Studios:
- Chris Vandegrift debuts with his Kitty Hawk 1/32 F-5E Freedom Fighter
- Kent Karlsen presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Rumpler C.IV 'Early' Converted to a 6B.1 Kaiserliche Marine Floatplane.
Updated 20 June 2021
- We have now successfully migrated to a new server, so hopefully the website and forums are running much faster now, and outages and downtime will be a thing of the past.
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32007 F-15 late Pylons+rails for the Tamiya kit.
- DN Models has released Bell AH-1G Cobra Canopy Paint Mask Set for ICM #32060.
- HMH Publications has released Aircraft in Detail No. 20: Sukhoi Su-35S Flanker E.
- Buchon Scale Models has released 1/32 Bf 109/HA-1112 1990s Airshow Star Decals.
- Quinta Studio has released three new sets:
- Lukgraph has announced that pre-orders for its 1/32 de Havilland DH90 Dragonfly will start in July [Facebook link].
- Dayglo Models has published an update regarding its upcoming SF260 kit [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has published the box art for its upcoming Viggen kit [Facebook link].
- Kevin Futter reviews Robert Mrozowski Model & Design RMM32005: Lancaster Pilot's Station.
- Ray Peterson reviews Halberd Models Cavalier F-51D Mustang/Mustang Mk 2 Conversion Set.
- Matt Robeson presents his Copper State Models 1/32 Nieuport XXIII.
Updated 5 June 2021
- We've just launched our latest Group Build, entitled Target for Today. The theme covers ground support interdiction and CAS aircraft. Conventional fighters pressed into the ground attack role are included provided they are configured for ground attack. Join in if you can!
- Some sad industry news today, as Kitty Hawk Model has announced that it is closing, taking the Kitty Hawk (aircraft) and Panda (AFV) ranges of kits with it. I can no longer provide a link to the Facebook post announcing this, as the company's Facebook page has already been removed, and its website has been closed. You can read Glen Coleman's statement in the forums for confirmation.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced a second edition of Airframe Album No 1: The Heinkel He 219.
- DN Models has released Insignia Paint masks for the Meng 1/32 Fokker Dr.I.
- Metallic Details has released a range of new resin & photo-etch upgrade sets for the HobbyBoss 1/32 Liberator:
- Yahu Models has announced that its next batch of LSP products will be released next week [Facebook link].
- Robert Mrozowski Model Design has released Six portable crew oxygen bottles for HK Models 1/32 Avro Lancaster.
- Kevin Futter reviews two new cockpit sets from Grand Models:
- Petr Pícha returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F-4E.
- John McDonnell also returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 F-105G.
- Artur Kapusta presents his I Love Kit/Merit 1/24th Fokker Dr.I.
Updated 29 May 2021
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced 1/32 wing pylons with ADU-552 and LAU-128.
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 F-14A interior for Tamiya kit.
- Model Cellar has released a 1/24 Werner Voss figure.
- Reedoak has released a modern Russian seated pilot figure.
- HGW has released P-47D Razorback over Saipan Wet Transfers.
- Halberd Models has released a Cavalier Mustang conversion set [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has announced a 1/32 Fiat CR.42 instrument panel (for ICM kit) [Facebook link].
- Zoukei-Mura has published test prints of its upcoming Fw 190 kit series [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams looks back at the Revell-Germany Focke Wulf Fw 190D-9 (Late).
- Dariusz Kowalczuk returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 A-7E.
- Tolga Ulgur also returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 P-40M Converted to a P-40F.
- Andy Nottage is back with his HK Models 1/32 B-17G.
- Neil Schneider debuts with his Matchbox 1/32 FAW22 Sea Venom.
- Brian Leitch presents his Meng 1/32 Fokker F.1/Dr.1.
Updated 23 May 2021
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 1/32 main weapons bays for the Tamiya Spitfire Mk XVIe and Mk IXe.
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 Su-30MKK 3D-Printed & coloured interior (for Trumpeter kit).
- Robert Mrozowski has released a 1/32 Scale Avro Lancaster Cockpit Kit.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe Album No. 17-The Henschel Hs 129.
- Ernest Roth returns with his Wingnut Wings Albatros D.Va.
- Pete Fleischmann debuts with his Kitty Hawk 1/35 HH-60 Pavehawk.
- Greg Hatt also debuts with his Kitty Hawk 1/32 OS2U Kingfisher.
- Mike Tipping presents his Trumpeter 1/32 A-6A Intruder.
Updated 16 May 2021
- Aerocraft Models has released a brass cast undercarriage strut set for the HK Models B-25 kits.
- AIMS has announced the following new products:
- Copper State Models has announced a 1/32 Caudron G.III for release in September 2021.
- Red Fox Studio has released an instrument panel set for the F/A-18E Super Hornet [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has announced that its operations have returned from COVID-19 [Facebook link].
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature No. 1: The Messerschmitt Me 262 (Second Edition), from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Przemyslaw Litewka returns with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Gotha G.I.
- John Alexander also returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Fw 190A-6.
- Andy Nottage debuts with his Italeri 1/32 Tornado GR.4.
- Mike Norris presents his Special Hobby 1/32 Fokker D.II.
Updated 9 May 2021
- Silver Wings has announced that its Gloster Gauntlet Mk II kit is now availabe for purchase.
- Reedoak has announced a kneeling U.S. Navy flight deck photographer.
- Aerocraft Models has released a new canopy set for the Revell Eurofighter Typhoon single seater.
- HGW has released an SB2C-4 Helldiver canopy mask and Wet Transfer set (132837).
- Elan13 Miniatures has released WW1 Oil Cans and accessories sets [Facebook link].
- ICM has published box art for its upcoming CR.42RN kit (32024) [Facebook link].
- ICM has also announced the release of its AH-1G Cobra (early production) kit.
- Lukgraph has announced that its next kit will be the Albatros C.III in 1:32 scale [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Monogram Aviation Publications: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Suresh Nathan presents his Revell 1/32 de Havilland DH98 Mosquito Mk IV, Built as a PR IV.
Updated 2 May 2021
- Reedoak has announced a U.S. Navy flight deck photographer.
- DN Models has released a F-4EJ Kai J.A.S.D.F. 3WG 50th Anniversary Paint Mask Set.
- New aftermarket vendor Adriatic Models has announced resin sets for the Airfix F6F and Fly Wessex kits.
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 scale interior set for the F-105G.
- Barracuda Studios has released Eleven New LSP Products.
- Yahu Models has announced four new LSP sets [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Hobby Boss 1/18 Fw 190A-8, Converted to a A-7.
- John Stambaugh also returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-47D-20.
- Przemyslaw Litewka presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Felixstowe F.2A.
Updated 23 April 2021
- Eagle Editions has announced Fighters of the Iron Cross.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced a reprint of Airframe Detail No. 1, The Blohm & Voss Bv 141-A Technical Guide.
- DN Models has released a Captured Hawker Typhoon Insignia 1/24 Mask Set.
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32014 F-15 Ballast (IDF/JASDF).
- Quinta Studio has released a 1/32 instrument panel set for the ICM Bu 131.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Max Williams undertakes a massive Tiger Moth Kit Comparison.
- We have a new Walkaround featuring the SAAB Viggen at the Aviodrome museum in The Netherlands.
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Airfix 1/24 Ju 87B-2 Stuka.
- Andrea Calebich also returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 Focke-Wulf Fw 190D-9.
Updated 10 April 2021
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 Messerschmitt Me P.1100/1 "Schnell Bomber" is now available.
- DN Models has released a Digital Camo & Insignia Su-25K / Su-25UBK Bulgarian Air Force Paint Mask Set.
- Red Fox Studio has released a Nakajima Ki44-II Tojo instrument panel set.
- MH Design has announced a Continental W670 engine for the ICM PT-17 Stearman kit [Facebook link].
- RESIN2detail has announced an R-1830 engine series [Facebook link].
- Manscale Models has released a set of pylons and fairings for the Academy Hornet [Facebook link].
- ICM has announced a DH.82C Tiger Moth (RCAF) [Facebook link].
- Scaleworx Resin Models has released SW32-08 1/32 Cheetah D connversion parts for Italeri Mirage IIIE [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Williams looks back a the Trumpeter SBD-3 "Dauntless" Midway (Clear Edition).
- Miloslav Hraban returns with his Revell 1/32 Bf 109G-10 Erla.
- John McDonnell debuts with his Tamiya 1/32 F-4J Phantom.
- Matthieu Courbet also debuts with his Kinetic 1/32 F-86.
- Chuck Sawyer presents his Italeri 1/32 F-104G, Converted to a CF-104.
Updated 3 April 2021
- Reedoak has released a third F-16 seated pilot.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe Album No 17 - The Henschel Hs 129 - A Detailed Guide to the Luftwaffe's Panzerjäger.
- Red Fox Studio has released a Messerschmitt Bf 109K-4 Quick Set Instrument Panel for the Trumpeter kit.
- Werner's Wings has announced that 32-05 AH-1F Super Conversion is now shipping [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby:
- German Bf 109
- Messerschmitt Bf 110 - thanks James Fullingim!
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature No. 12: The Supermarine Spitfire Part 1 (Merlin-powered) (Second Edition), from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 A6M2-N Rufe.
- Miloslav Hraban also returns with his Revell 1/32 Bf 109G with AMUR /AS Conversion.
- Peter Gregor is back with his Tamiya 1/32 F4E, Built as an Israeli Kurnass 2000.
- Dejan Lukic presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Bf 109G-10.
Updated 27 March 2021
- AIMS has announced that its 1/32 Bf 110 G-2/R1 conversion for Dragon/Revell C-7 kit is now available.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe & Miniature No 1-The Messerschmitt Me 262.
- ICM has announced a Swedish J-8 version (32044) of its Gladiator kit [Facebook link].
- Quinta Studio has released new Bf 109 and Bf 108 instrument panel sets [Facebook link].
- MH Design has announced a new resin set for the 1/32 PT-17 Stearman, containing two seats and two throttle quadrants [Facebook link].
- Grand Models has released a 1/32 Μirage 2000EGM-5Mk2 cockpit set [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Wings of the Black Cross Special Number Three: Messerschmitt Bf 109, from Eagle Editions.
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Spitfire Ia.
- Andrea Ferrari is back with his Trumpeter 1/32 Su-27 Flanker B.
- Andy Daff presents his Zoukei-Mura 1/32 Hs 129B-2.
Updated 20 March 2021
- Our valued sponsor HobbyLink Japan has just launched its Spring Sale 2021.
- DN Models has announced a Viggen Numbers & Insignia Set for the Jetmads kit.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced that its LAU-7 Missile Launchers are now shipping.
- ICM has announced a set of 1/32 WWII RAF cadet figures [Facebook link].
- HGW has released some canopy masks for the ICM Gladiator.
- MH Design has updated its Tiger Moth Resin Wheel Set to include two hub types [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 P-47M.
- Kent Karlsen presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Felixstowe F2.a, Converted to a Aeromarine 75.
Updated 13 March 2021
- Aerocraft Models has announced the following new sets:
- Reedoak has released a second seated USAF pilot.
- HMH Publications has announced two new books covering the Su-25 & Alpha Jet.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in an update regarding Airframe & Miniature No 1-The Messerschmitt Me 262.
- HGW has released some new Wet Transfers: P-47D Razorback IN THE PACIFIC AREA Pt.1.
- MH Design has released a new 1/32 resin wheel set for PT-17 Stearman [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature No. 16: The Hawker Hurricane, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 Bf 109G-6 Late (converted to a G-14).
- Malcolm Reid debuts with his TAirfix 1/24 F6F-5 Hellcat.
- Mike Norris presents his Aviattic 1/32 Ansaldo A.1 Balilla.
Updated 7 March 2021
- Our latest Group Build, In the Navy, has just kicked off! Please join in the fun if you can.
- KLP Publishing has launched its latest build guide in eBook format, Building the Special Hobby Tempest Mk V in 1/32 Scale, by Chuck Sawyer.
- Archer Fine Transfers has announced a special discount for LSP members on its SBD Rivet Skins set.
- Aerocraft Models has released replacement clear resin canopies for the Tamiya Phantom.
- DN Models has released a Limited Edition Saab JA37 Viggen Mask Set for the JETMADS kit.
- Speaking of Jetmads, the company has announced that they'll be doing a second 500-unit run of the Saab JA37 Viggen kit [Facebook link].
- Iconicair has released a 1/32 Scale RAF 'H' Bomb Trolley.
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced a quartet of new products for the Tamiya F-15.
- MH Design has released a resin wheel set for the DH-82A Tiger Moth [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Andrew Birnie reviews Exito Decals ED32003: 1/32 Sexy Spitfires - Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk Vb - VIII - IXe.
- Kevin Futter reviews Eagle Editions EC#32-174: Spitfire Mk Ia.
- Ray Peterson reviews Master Details 32073: Grumman F4F-3/4 Wildcat Wheel Well Improvement.
- Chuck Sawyer returns with his Special Hobby 1/32 Tempest Mk V.
- Brett Matthews debuts with his Trumpeter 1/32 SBD-5 Dauntless.
- Peter Fey presents his Airfix 1/24 F6F-5 Hellcat.
Updated 28 February 2021
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 Blohm & Voss BV- P.212.03 kit is now available.
- Flying Leatherneck Decals has announced Correct LAU-7 Missile Launchers.
- Yahu has announced a 1/32 Lancaster instrument panel set [Facebook link].
- ICM has published some CAD images of its upcoming AH-1G kit [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Spitfire Ia "TuAF".
- Glenn Jervis debuts with his Nichimo 1/20 Hughes 500.
- Ben Schumacher presents his Scratchbuilt 1/32 S3B Viking.
Updated 21 February 2021
- Lukgraph has announced a 1/32 de Havilland DH.90 Dragonfly kit [Facebook link].
- Metallic Details has released a range of new LSP photo-etch detail sets.
- Lemkits has some product news:
- ICM has announced 32023: CR.42AS WWII Italian Fighter [Facebook link].
- ICM has also announced 32111: WWII Axis Pilots in the Cockpit [Facebook link].
- HGW has announced a new range of canopy masks [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio has released a Quick Set 3D Instrument panel for the Revell 1/32 F-4G Phantom II [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Andy John returns with his Airfix 1/24 Typhoon 1B.
- Tolga Ulgur also returns with his Eduard/Hasegawa 1/32 P-40N-5.
- Olivier Barles is back with his Azur/Frrom 1/32 IAR-80.
- Jeff Thomsen builds the Tamiya 1/32 P-51D Mustang.
- Suresh Nathan presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Fairey Swordfish Diorama: "Sink the Bismarck!".
Updated 14 February 2021
- Lukgraph has announced that its new Gipsy Major engine 1/32 scale is now available [Facebook link].
- Reedoak has released a new modern USAF seated pilot.
- DN Models has released a Farewell Tornado 1/32 2 in 1 Mask Set.
- Red Fox Studio has released a Quick Set 3D Instrument panel for Messerschmitt Bf 110C / D models [Facebook link].
- Quinta Studio has released QD32014: 1/32 Mirage 2000B-5 3D-Printed & coloured Interior [Facebook link].
- Aviattic has announced a slew of new products for 2021.
- FCM has released 32017: decal with eight optional versions for Ju 88 A-1, A-4, C-2, C-6 and D-1 [Facebook link].
- RESIN2detail is developing a seat upgrade for the HK Models Lancaster [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Eagle Editions EC#175: Fw 190 A-8/R2s.
- Thierry Laurent has published a Special Hobby X-15A-2 Tweak List.
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Spitfire XIVc.
- Kent Karlsen is back with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Rumpler C.IV, Converted to a Kaiserliche Marine Rumpler 6B.1.
- Suresh Nathan presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Fieseler Fi 156 Storch Diorama.
Updated 7 February 2021
- Please join me in welcoming our newest sponsor to the LSP family, Hobbynut Models!
- Lemkits has released its 1/32 Avia B-33/ IL-10.
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32003: 1/32 AN/APG 63 F-15 Radar (for Tamiya kit).
- AIMS has posted an update about some new products.
- Meng has announced a 1/24 scale Fokker Dr. I kit [Facebook link].
- HGW has released 233917: P-47D OVER NEW QUINEA Pt.4 Wet Transfers [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Eagle Editions EC#175: Fw 190 A-8/R2s.
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 P-47D.
- Tristan Estoppey is back with his ICM 1/32 I-16 Type 28.
- William Lawlor presents his Hasegawa/Trumpeter 1/32 F6F-3 Hellcat Kitbash.
Updated 31 January 2021
- KLP Publishing has released v 1.3 of Building Mac’s Birddog in 1/32 Scale.
- DN Models has released a Typhoon Car Door 1/24 RAF Insignia paint masks set.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe & Miniature No 1 Second Edition.
- Proper Plane has released a set of new propellor hubs for WWI aircraft kits [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has published an update for its upcoming Viggen kit [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Model Hobby: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Andrew Birnie reviews Exito Decals ED32010: 1/32 Eastern Front Fighters.
- Andrea Calebich returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 Bf 109G-2.
- Tolga Ulgur also returns with his Dragon/Cyber Hobby 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 110C-7.
- Sean Thackwray debuts with his Tamiya 1/32 A6M2 Zero.
- Alain Personeni presents his Italeri 1/32 Mirage III, Converted to a Cheetah C.
Updated 23 January 2021
- KLP Publishing has announced that their next eBook will be Building the Special Hobby Tempest in 1/32 Scale, by Chuck Sawyer.
- Archer Fine Transfers has released a full raised rivet kit for the Trumpeter SBD.
- Aerocraft Models has released new brass landing gear sets for the Fokker EV/DVIII and Mirage 2000.
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced that its 1/32 Spitfire Mk IXc weapon bays (for Revell) are now available.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in sample pages from Airframe & Miniature No 12 Second Edition.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Midland Counties Publications:
War Prizes: The Album- thanks Glyn Hamilton!
- John Stambaugh returns with his Revell 1/32 Ju 88A-1.
- Jeremy Cheung debuts with his Hasegawa 1/32 Me 163, Converted to a J8M Shusui.
- Rene Dannies presents his Revell 1/32 He 162A-10.
Updated 16 January 2021
- I've fixed a couple of errors with the links in last week's update, including the KLP Publishing link, and Crawford Wilson's IAR-81.
- KLP Publishing has released v1.1 of their eBook Building the Zoukei-Mura Ta 152H in 1/32 Scale.
- Reedoak has announced a U.S. Navy pilot with JHMCS helmet variant.
- Videoaviation has announced RAF 1000lb GP high explosive bombs.
- Lukgraph has released some new 3D-printed engines.
- Flying Leathernecks has announced a slew of new releases.
- FCM has released a new decal sheet for the Kitty Hawk Mirage 2000.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from MBI: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Boyd Waechter returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-51B Mustang.
- Kirby Siemering debuts with his Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1A Corsair.
- Luc Janssen presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Fw 190A-5.
Updated 9 January 2021
- Please join me in welcoming our newest sponsor to the LSP family, Synthetic Ordnance Works! SOW is run by our very own Damian Andrus, and many of you will already be aware of Damian's fantastic replacement landing gear sets. Welcome aboard Damian and Synthetic Ordnance Works!
- KLP Publishing has released v1.2 of their eBook Building the Revell He 219A-7 in 1/32 Scale.
- AIMS has announced that a Luftwaffe pilot in winter gear is coming soon.
- Eagle Editions has announced new decals for the upcoming Great Wall Hobby P-40B in 1/32 scale.
- Lukgraph has published some new CAD images of it upcoming Friedrichshafen FF33L kit [Facebook link].
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced a second edition of Airframe & Miniature 12: The Supermarine Spitfire Part 1 (Merlin-powered).
- DN Models has released a Typhoon Car Door 1/24 Mask set.
- Dayglo Models has announced a 1/32 resin SIAI-Marchetti SF.260 kit [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has announced that its upcoming Learjet 35 kit can now be reserved; they have also published some new CAD images [Facebook links].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from MBI: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Max Bentley debuts with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Pfalz D.IIIa.
- Crawford Wilson III also debuts with his Special Hobby 1/32nd IAR 81C.
- Andres Acuna returns with his Kitty Hawk 1/32 "Blonde Bombshell" T-6 Diorama.
- Olivier Barles presents his Italeri 1/32 Mirage IIIC.
Updated 3 January 2021
- KLP Publishing has released v1.1 of their eBook Building Brick’s Sabre in 1/32 Scale.
- AIMS has announced that several new items are now available.
- Iconicair has released 1/32 Scale Lancaster Bulged Bomb Bay doors and Tallboy.
- Border Model has announced Bf 109G-6 and Ju 87G kits in 1/35 scale.
- Kitty Hawk has announced that its MH-60R Seahawk (KH50008) and HH-60 Rescue Hawk (KH50010) kits are now available [Facebook link].
- Great Wall Hobby has published new CAD images of its upcoming P-40B kit [Facebook link].
- Buchon Scale Models has announced that its Bf 109E-1 with Hispano Suiza Engine resin conversion is now available.
- Vince Blackburn returns with his ICM 1/32 Ki-86.
- Mike Tipping presents his Tamiya 1/32 F-16.
Updated 28 December 2020
- KLP Publishing has released v1.2 of their eBook Building the Fly Arado Ar 234 in 1/32 Scale.
- LF Models has announced three new Hs 129 decal sheets.
- ICM has announced that its Tiger Moth and Italian CR.42 kits are now available [Facebook link].
- Proper Plane has announced a series of soft rubber tyres for WWI aircraft subjects [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has published some photos of the production phase of its upcoming Viggen kit [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio continues to release new instrument panel sets:
- Buchon Scale Models has announced 1/24 conversion sets of the Trumpeter Spitfire Mk VI kit [Facebook link].
- Marc Barris returns with his Scratch-built 1/32 Atlas Impala Mk 2 (MB326K).
- Nick Scheltema presents his Tamiya 1/32 F-15C.
Updated 20 December 2020
- Eduard is reporting that its warehouse has been badly damaged in a fire. Apparently no one was hurt, and the company's business operations remain unaffected. Best wishes to the team at Eduard for a speedy recovery [Facebook link].
- KLP Publishing has released v1.1 of their eBook Building the Zoukei-Mura Ki-45 Kai Tei in 1/32 Scale.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced that FL32-2007 F/A-18A++/C/D Pylons are now available.
- Lemkits has announced a 1/32 Blohm & Voss BV- P.212.03.
- Master Details has released 32072 Hellcat, Avenger and Corsair Tires.
- Red Fox Studio has three new instrument panel sets:
- Vince Blackburn debuts with his Revell 1/32 Me 262A-1a.
- Angelo Picardo presents his HpH 1/32 Focke-Wulf Fw 189.
Updated 12 December 2020
- LSP Sponsor HobbyLink Japan has just launched its 2020 Holiday Sale.
- KLP Publishing has released v1.1 of their eBook Building the Wingnut Wings AEG G.IV Late in 1/32 Scale.
- Reedoak has released a U.S. Navy sitting RIO (pilot).
- Lukgraph has released a Scillonia Airways update set for its Rapide kit.
- Iconicair has announced a set of bulged bomb doors for the 1/32 Scale HKM Lancaster [Facebook link].
- Master Details has released a Grumman F4F-3/4 Wildcat Wheel Well Improvement set.
- Kevin Futter reviews a pair of new releases from Barracuda Studios:
- Miloslav Hraban returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Fw 190D-9, Converted to a D-13.
- Eric Galliers presents his Kitty Hawk 1/32 OV-10A Bronco.
Updated 6 December 2020
- Our latest Group Build, Air Superiority, has just kicked off in the forums. Please join in if you can! Otherwise, drop by and check out all the awesome builds going on.
- KLP Publishing has released v1.5 of their eBook Building Race #80 in 1/32 Scale.
- AIMS has announced a 1/32 Bf 110G-2/R1 conversion.
- Reedoak has released another seated modern U.S. Navy fighter pilot (post-2000).
- Kopecky Scale Models has now released its 1/32 Spitfire Mk IXc weapon bays (for TAMIYA).
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe & Miniature No 16-The Hawker Hurricane.
- HpH Models is reportedly working on a 1/32 scale Bv 138.
- Vector Resin has released B-24 Liberator corrected engines and cowls for the Hobby Boss 1/32 kit [Facebook link].
- RESIN2detail has released a 1/32 WWII USAAF Crew Maintenance Ladder.
- Lemkits has announced a 1/32 Avia B-33/ IL-10 - licensed version of the Czechoslovak production of the Il-10 [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has announced that it's next kit will be a 1/32 Learjet 35 C-21A [Facebook link].
- Flying S Models has posted an update on its 1/32 scale Fairey Gannet kit [Facebook link].
- Kevin Futter reviews a pair of new releases from Barracuda Studios:
- BR32441: F8F Bearcat Propeller Correction Set, for the Trumpeter kit
- BR32442: A-1 Skyraider Propeller Correction Set, for the Trumpeter kits
- Thierry Laurent has published a Kitty Hawk F-5E Tweak List.
- Sergey Budyansky presents his Fly 1/32 Arado Ar 234B-2.
Updated 29 November 2020
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced 1/32 Spitfire Mk IXc weapon bays (for TAMIYA).
- Lukgraph has announced that its next kit will be a 1/32 Friedrichshafen FF.33L [Facebook link].
- Master Model has released AM-32-121 set, which includes two complete SPANDAU LMG 08/15 machine guns [Facebook link].
- RESIN2detail has released a 1/32 Resin M-1 Weaver Bomb Lift Kit with Bomb Cradle Combo.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Album 16: The Messerschmitt Me 410 Hornisse, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Spitfire Mk 1a “N3200 Dunkirk”.
- John Stambaugh debuts with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-40B.
- Suresh Nathan presents his Revell 1/32 He 219 Uhu.
Updated 22 November 2020
- Elan13 Miniatures has released an RAF Pilot Mediterranean/North Africa WW2.
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 Ilyushin Il-10 "Beast" kit is now available.
- ICM has announced a new-tool 1/32 scale Tiger Moth [Facebook link].
- DN Models has released Tornado GR.4 Canopy Paint Mask Set Interior & Exterior for Italeri 1/32.
- Canfora Publishing has announced Wingspan Special 1.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Detail 9: The Westland Lysander, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Fantasy Printshop Euro Decals ED-32109: Messerschmitt Emils Part 1.
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 P-40N-1 Warhawk “Ruth A”.
- Luc Janssen is back with his Trumpeter 1/32 F8F-1.
Updated 15 November 2020
- HMH Publications has announced two new books for release in December.
- Reedoak has released another US Navy carrier deck weight board operator.
- Barracuda Studios has released four new products in 1/32 scale.
- Buchon Scale Models has announced a new Hispano Messerschmitt conversion for release in early 2021.
- AIMS has announced a new Spitfire decal sheet called Monotone Spitfires [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews Building the Wingnut Wings Fokker D.VII, from Albatros Productions.
- Jean-Paul Poisseroux examines Matterhorn Circle 1/32 Mirage III E/R to Mirage IIIS/RS Conversions.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Special Hobby 1/32 P-39F.
- Andrea Ferrari is back with his Trumpeter 1/32 MiG-29C Fulcrum.
- Marcel Hohl presents his Trumpeter 1/32 F-14D.
Updated 8 November 2020
- Lukgraph has announced that its 1/32 Hawker Nimrod kit is now available [Facebook link].
- Aerocraft Models has posted updates on the following products:
- Reedoak has released US Navy crews and civilian figures.
- Forum member Piero has posted his first impressions of the new Italeri 1/32nd scale Tornado GR.4.
- Andrea Ferrari presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Su-25 Frogfoot.
Updated 1 November 2020
- HK Models has announced a 1/32 Do 335A-10 2-seat trainer [Facebook link].
- Lukgraph has posted a final update on its upcoming Hawker Nimrod kit [Facebook link].
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe & Miniature No 16: The Hawker Hurricane-A Complete Guide To The Famous Fighter.
- RESIN2detail has released 1/32 R-2800 Fast Fix Engine Front Upgrades (Early and Late versions) [YouTube video].
- Flying S Models has announced a 1/32 Fairey Gannet AEW.3 kit [YouTube video].
- Aviattic has announced ATT32270 Fokker DVII Jasta 65 "Seven Swabians" Ltn. Alfred Bäder.
- Iconicair has announced a 1/32 Scale Tallboy bomb for the HKM Lancaster kit [Facebook link].
- ICM has announced two new kit boxings for release in late November:
- Suresh Nathan returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Ki-61 Hein/Tony.
- Andrea Ferrari presents his Revell 1/28 Fokker Dr I Triplane.
Updated 24 October 2020
- Aerocraft Models has released Fokker Dr.I brass undercarriage and wing strut sets for Meng kits.
- Elan13 Miniatures has released a new 1/32 RAF Pilot WW2.
- Silver Wings has announced that its next kit will be a 1/32 Gloster Gauntlet.
- Videoaviation has announced a 1/32 Harlan tow tractor.
- Red Fox Studio has announced a new range of 3D decal instrument panels.
- Metallic Details has released two new LSP products:
- Quinta Studio has released 1/32 P-51D (Early) 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (for Tamiya kit) [Facebook link].
- HGW Models has released a seat belt and masking set for the Meng 1/32 Fokker Dr.I.
- Jim Rice debuts with his Aeroclub 1/32 Pitts S1-D.
- Andrea Calebich presents his Italeri 1/32 Canadair CL.13 Mk 4.
Updated 11 October 2020
- DN Models has released Hellcat F6F-5 Insignia and Numbers paint masks for the Airfix kit.
- Kopecky Scale Models has now released its 1/32 F-35A Tails, Exhaust, and Flaps sets.
- Infinity Models has posted updates on the following kits:
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe Album No 16 – The Messerschmitt Me 410 Hornisse.
- RESIN2detail has announced an Oil Cooler intake upgrade for the Hobby Boss 1/32 A-26 Invader kit [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has announced a 1/32 Gladiator instrument panel for the ICM kit [Facebook link - corrected].
- Quinta Studio has released 1/32 P-51D (Late) 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (for Tamiya kit) [Facebook link].
- HGW Models has released 1/32 P-47D Razorback Over New Guinea Pt.1 Wet Transfers [Facebook link].
- Italeri has posted a test-shot build of its upcoming 1/32 Tornado Gr.4 kit (2513) [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams takes a look at the Cyber-Hobby/Dragon 3222: 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109E-3.
- Jean-Paul Poisseroux examines Matterhorn Circle MC32018: 1/32 F-5 E/F Tiger II4.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Euro Decals ED-32130 1/32 Bf 109G (various) in ANR service.
- Luc Janssen returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 MiG-29 SMT Fulcrum.
- Angelo Battistelli presents his Halinski 1/33 Yakovlev Yak-1B [paper model].
Updated 27 September 2020
- Videoaviation has released 1/32 GBU 54 USAF & US Navy.
- Synthetic Ordnance Works has released two new landing gear sets made for the Junkers Ju 88A-1/4 and the Consolidated B-24D/J Liberator.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced a range of new products coming soon.
- A.M.U.R. Reaver has announced a set of four new photo-etched painting effects templates.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Lukgraph 32-26: de Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide/Dominie.
- Kevin Williams takes a look at the Hasegawa Focke-Wulf Fw 190F-8.
- Jean-Paul Poisseroux examines Matterhorn Circle 32019: Hawker Hunter Mk.58/T Mk.68 1958-1994.
Updated 20 September 2020
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- Don't forget to vote in our 2021 LSP Group Build Poll, which will be open until the end of September.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced FL32-2024 GBU-32(V)2/B with Thermal Protective Coating is now available.
- Marsh Models has announced AT32008: 1/32 Savoia Marchetti S65.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Euro Decals ED-32101 Very Colourful Sabres.
- Iain Ogilvie also reviews ICM 32042: Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II.