LSP Group Builds!
Are you hanging out around your workbench having fun? Well, then share your fun with all of us! Check out our latest Group Builds!
- Cold War Jets - this runs from 1 March 2020 to 31 August 2020.
- The Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary - this runs from 1 June 2020 until 30 November 2020.
Updated 2 August 2020
- KLP Publishing has just announced its next Build Guide in eBook format, Building the Zoukei-Mura Ta 152H in 1/32 Scale, by John Kim.
- DN Models has released a F-4EJ Kai White Eagle 302nd Sq. Anniversary paint mask set.
- Special Hobby has published some CAD images for its upcoming Westland Whirlwind kit.
- Jetmads has published some CAD images of the landing gear for its upcoming Viggen kit [Facebook link].
- Eduard has announced a new Limited Edition boxing of its Bf 109E kit.
- Suresh Nathan returns with his Revell 1/32 Bf 110G (Converted to C) in Diorama "Unwelcome Guest".
- Jean François Piron debuts with his Kitty Hawk 1/32 T-28A Conversion.
- Luc Janssen wraps things up with his Revell 1/32 Ju 88A-1 Conversion to C-2.
Updated 25 July 2020
- Our forums have just passed the 8000-member mark. Here's to 8000 more!
- I'm pleased to announce the launch of my new website, Scale Model Paint Masks. It's intended to be a community-driven repository for paint mask designs, and you're all invited to join and contribute if you can!
- Eagle Editions has announced that Wings of the Black Cross Special Number Three: the Messerschmitt Bf 109 is now available. They also have a newly-redesigned website.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe Detail No 9 - The Westland Lysander - A Technical Guide.
- Elan13 Miniatures has announced some new 1/32 pilot figures.
- Reskit has released a whole range of update sets for various LSP kits [Facebook link].
- Kevin Futter reviews Barracuda Studios BR32426: 1/32 Hawker Hurricane 4 Slot Wheels.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Fw 190D-9.
Updated 19 July 2020
- I'm pleased to announce our newest Sponsor, Aerocraft Models! Please join me in welcoming Alistair and his team to the LSP family.
- Reedoak has announced a French air force secretary figure.
- Model Monkey has announced "Spandau" LMG 08/15 Machine guns in 1/28 scale.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released FL35-5002 1/35 LAU-68F/A APKWS Pod (empty).
- Attitude Aviation has announced a Spanish air force conversion for the Eduard Bf 109E kit [Facebook link].
- Halberd Models has announced a set of A-26 Invader wheels for the HobbyBoss kit [Facebook link].
- Videoaviation has announced a set of 1/32 GBU-54 [Facebook link].
- Grand Models has released a 1/32 Exocet M39 missile for the Kitty Hawk Mirage 2000 [Facebook link].
- Kevin Futter reviews HK Models 01E033: Avro Lancaster B Mk I Nose Art Kit.
- John Alexander returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Ki-44 Shoki/Tojo.
- Ladislav Vertat debuts with his Tomy/Doyusha 1/32 A6M2 Converted to a A6M2N.
Updated 12 July 2020
- MiniArt has announced a 1/35 Focke-Wulf FW C.30A Heuschrecke Late Prod. [Facebook link].
- Synthetic Ordnance Works has announced four new landing gear sets.
- RESIN2Detail has announced a R-2800 (early) in multiple scales [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews Fantasy Printshop ED-32125: William Tell F-4C Phantom 1976.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature No. 14: The Junkers Ju 87 Stuka, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Andrew Birnie reviews the Aerocraft Messerschmitt Bf 108 Brass Undercarriage Set for Eduard Kit.
- Ken Mouton debuts with his Scratchbuilt 1/32 Thomas Morse S4C.
Updated 4 July 2020
- KLP Publishing has released its latest Build Guide, Building the Fly Arado Ar 234 in 1/32 Scale, by Kent Karlsen.
- KMNZ Decals has just released 1/32 Wood Effects Decals - White Oak [Facebook link].
- Lemkits has announced a 1/32 Arado E.377A Limited edition resin kit pre-order.
- Luc Janssen returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 A-10A Thunderbolt II.
- Suresh Nathan presents his new diorama, Deere vs Illner Battle of Britain, July 9 1940, in 1/32, Using Revell Spitfire Mk I & Hasegawa Bf 109E-3.
Updated 27 June 2020
- IPMS/USA has announced that the 2020 National Convention is officially cancelled [Facebook link].
- Berthold Tacke has announced that Euro Model Expo 2020 has been cancelled [Facebook link].
- KLP Publishing has released version 1.1 of Building the Revell He 219A-7 in 1/32 Scale, by Iain Ogilvie.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe & Miniature #15: The Grumman F6F Hellcat.
- Jennings Heilig has released Automobile Association Dragon Rapide Decals for the Lukgraph Kit.
- KMNZ Decals has just released 1/32 Wood Effects Decals - Plywood [Facebook link].
- Iconicair has announced a limited re-issue of its 1/32 Supermarine Attacker kit.
- A.M.U.R.Reaver has a pair of new releases:
- Barracuda Studios has announced BR32426 Hawker Hurricane 4 Slot Mainwheels 1/32.
- Peter Roberts has sent in a new walkaround on the Supermarine Spitfire Vc - South Australian Aviation Museum.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Fantasy Printshop Euro Decals ED-32126 176th Fighter Squadron F-16C Vipers.
- Andrea Calebich is back with his Trumpeter 1/24 Bf 109G-14AS.
- Luc Janssen returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 A-10A Thunderbolt II.
- Witaliy Zaborowskiy presents his Dragon/Cyber Hobby 1/32 Bf 109E-3 of I.(J)/LG-2.
Updated 21 June 2020
- KLP Publishing has announced its next title, Building the Zoukei-Mura Ki-45 Kai Tei in 1/32 Scale, by Jan Gabauer.
- Meng has announced a 1/32 Fokker Dr.I Triplane [Facebook link].
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released the following three products:
- Videoaviation has just released 1/32 USN towbars "Albar 15".
- AIMS has announced a raft of new Luftwaffe products.
- Lukgraph has announced a 1/32 RWD-14b "Czapla" [Facebook link].
- Olivier Barles is back with his Revell 1/32 Fw 190D-9.
- Miloslav Hraban returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 P-40E Lt. John Landers.
- Witaliy Zaborowskiy debuts with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback.
- Angelo Picardo presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Bf 109G-2 Trop.
Updated 14 June 2020
- LSP sponsor HobbyLink Japan has just launched its Summer 2020 Sale.
- LSP member Jan Kopecky has released some 1/32 F-16 Wild Weasel extras.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced FL32-2008 AV-8B Harrier Center Line Pylon.
- Lemkits has just announced that its 1/32 Su-9 (1946) kit is now on sale.
- Italeri has published preview photos of the upcoming Tornado GR.4 sprues [Facebook link].
- Barracuda Studios has announced new 1/32 Hurricane wheels.
- Ray Peterson reviews Halberd Models 2449: 1/24 P-47D Thunderbolt Wheel Set #1 & 3250: 1/32 P-47D Wheel Set #2.
- Sergey Budyansky is back with his Revell 1/32 He 219A-7.
- Jan Gabauer returns with his Zoukie-Mura 1/32 Henschel Hs 129B-2.
- Alex Parker debuts with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-40B AVG Lt. Chuck Older.
Updated 7 June 2020
- Aerocraft Models has announced some colourful Gladiator decals for RAF Squadrons 72, 73 and 872.
- Aerocraft Models has also announced a Messerschmitt Bf 108 brass undercarriage set.
- Dariusz Kowalczuk returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F-4J Phantom.
- Miloslav Hraban also returns with his Dragon/Cyber Hobby 1/32 Bf 109E-3.
- Sergey Budyansky is back with his Montex 1/32 Yak-1b Lidiya Litvyak09E-3.
- Chuck Sawyer presents his Tamiya 1/32nd F-15C.
- Michał Jurczak builds the IBG 1/32 PZL P.11C.
- Tolga Ulgur wraps things up with his Hobbycraft 1/32 P-51A.
Updated 31 May 2020
- We've just launched our next Group Build, entitled The Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary. Please join in if you can!
- Jetmads has announced that a 1/32 Saab JA37 Viggen is coming in Spring 2021 [Facebook link].
- Max Williams reviews Silver Wings 32-022: 1/32 D.H.82A Tiger Moth.
- Tim Biggers returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Fw 190D-9 Converted to D-13 "Yellow 10".
- Artur Kapusta also returns with his Revell/Monogram 1/24 UH-1B Huey.
- Olivier Barles presents his Revell 1/32 Mosquito.
- Didier Leroux wraps things up with his Trumpeter 1/32 Me 262A.
Updated 25 May 2020
- Some of you will have noticed that LSP was down for much of the past weekend. Our server had a conniption, and our hosting provider couldn't find the terms "technical support" and "customer service" in the dictionary. Well, we're back now, and in the hunt for a new hosting provider.
- Our next Group Build is scheduled to start on June 1, and will be titled The Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary. Please join in if you can!
- AIMS has announced that its 32D024 Fw 190 Oleo Leg markings are now available.
- Reedoak has announced a French Mirage 2000 seated NOSA.
- Florin Silaghi returns with his Dragon 1/32 Bf 110D/E Nightfighter Converted to Romanian Bf 110F-4.
- Brian Starr debuts with his Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire VIII Diorama.
- Sergey Budyansky presents his Special Hobby 1/32 Yak-3.
Updated 18 May 2020
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced corrected F/A-18A/B/C/D pylons for the Academy kit.
- KLP Publishing has announced Building the Fly Arado Ar 234 in 1/32 Scale, by Kent Karlsen.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Fantasy Printshop FP-1130 Current Luftwaffe Insignia.
- Iain Ogilvie also reviews something a little different: 1:32 Hawker Siddeley HS780 Andover C.Mk 1 from One Man Model.
- Mike Norris returns with his HpH Models 1/32 Macchi M.5.
- Miloslav Hraban is back with his Hasegawa 1/32 Ki-61-1 Hei Tony/Hein Capt. Teruhiko Kobayashi.
- Gary Fowkes debuts with his HobbyBoss 1/32 B-24D.
- Suresh Nathan presents his Trumpeter 1/32 SBD-3 "Turning Point 1942 – Battle of Midway".
Updated 10 May 2020
- AIMS has announced that they're working on a 1/32 Bf 110C-6 conversion for the Dragon kits.
- Lemkits has released photos of the first castings for its upcoming 1/32 Su-9 (1946).
- Reedoak has announced a seated French Mirage 2000 pilot.
- KLP Publishing has just released a v1.1 update for its eBook, Building Mac's Birddog in 1/32 Scale.
- Simon Hutton returns with his Revell 1/32 Ju 88A-1.
- Ben Schwab is back with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 DH.9 'Ninak'.
- Hugo Petiers debuts with his Revell 1/32 F/A-18E.
- Kent Karlsen presents his Roden 1/32 Fokker Dr.1 Multiple Build and Diorama "Flying Circus".
Updated 2 May 2020
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- AIMS has announced four new PE and decal products.
- AOA Decals has announced new decals for USMC A-6 Intruders (1970-80s).
- Model Monkey has released early-style bomb racks for P-51 Mustangs and A-36 Apaches in 1/32 scale.
- KLP Publishing has just released a v1.3 update for its eBook, Building the Revell P-51D-5NA in 1/32 Scale.
- Tim Biggers returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 P-40E in Russian Service w/ Klimov M-105 Engine.
- Panos Chamakiotis presents his Airfix 1/24 Bf 109E.
Updated 26 April 2020
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 Hs-293D is now on sale.
- Model Monkey has a pair of new releases:
- KLP Publishing has just released a v1.2 update for its eBook, Building the Revell P-51D-5NA in 1/32 Scale.
- Aaron Scott reviews the Iconicair 1/32 David Brown Aircraft Tractor.
- Miloslav Hraban is back with his Hasegawa 1/32nd Ki-61 Tei Conversion 244 Sentai.
- Gary Boxall makes his debut with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Fokker D.VII (Alb) in Finnish Service.
- Andrea Calebich returns with his PCM 1/32 Focke-Wulf Ta 152C.
- Mike Tipping presents his Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1A in New Zealand Service.
Updated 18 April 2020
- AIMS has announced a 1/32 Hans Joachim Marseille figure.
- DN Models has released a 1/32 F-4EJ Black Eagle Mask set.
- HpH Models has announced that it is working with Kovozávodů Prostějov (KP) to produce a 1/32 injection-moulded Aero L-29 Dolphin.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from its upcoming book, Airframe & Miniature No 14 -The Junkers Ju 87 Stuka.
- Yahu Models has announced a new instrument panel for the ICM Gladiator kit [Facebook link].
- Andrew Birnie reviews BarracudaCast BR24413: F6F Hellcat Cross Tread Wheels.
- Andrew Birnie also reviews Wingnut Wings 32079: 1/32 Hannover Cl.II (Early).
- Andrea Ferrari is back with his Airfix 1/24 Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-6.
- John Kim returns with his Revell 1/32 Bf 109G-6.
- Chuck Sawyer presents his Kitty Hawk 1/32 T-6 Texan.
Updated 11 April 2020
- AIMS has announced 32D024 1/32 Fw 190 Oleo leg markings.
- Chandos Publications is now taking pre-orders for its upcoming book, Blitz Bombers, Kampfgeschwader 76 and the Arado Ar234: Luftwaffe Jet Bombers on the Western Front 1944-1945.
- Andrew Birnie reviews BarracudaCast BR24412: F6F Hellcat Diamond Tread Wheels.
- Andrew Birnie also reviews Flying Start Models 1/32 Mk VIII Depth Charges.
- Olivier Barles presents his Hasegawa 1/32 A6M5c Zero.
Updated 4 April 2020
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released 1/32 and 1/35 AN/ALQ-144.
- AIMS has released 32P021 Gloster Gladiator Export parts for Norwegian and Swedish J8 /J8a.
- Aerocraft Models has released a clear resin Canopy set for 1/32 Revell P-51 Mustang.
- Synthetic Ordnance Works has announced five new landing gear upgrade sets.
- Reedoak has released two new products:
- Lemkits has released a 1/32 Hs 293C-1.
- Ray Peterson reviews Building the Wingnut Wings AEG G.IV Late in 1/32 Scale, from KLP Publishing.
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 Bf 109K-4.
- Andrea Calebich presents his Eduard 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 108 “Taifun”.
Updated 28 March 2020
- Iconicair has released a 1/32 resin kit of the RAF airfield tractor The David Brown Tugmaster.
- Aerocraft Models has released a 1/32 L-19 /O-1 Bird Dog brass undercarriage set.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intyrama: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Ray Peterson reviews LEM Kits 32022: Yak-25M.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Detail 8: The Horton IX/Ho 229, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Panos Chamakiotis presents his Revell 1/32 He 111 Diorama.
Updated 21 March 2020
- Fantasy Printshop has announced Euro Decals ED32-125 McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom William Tell 1976.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intyrama: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Brian Leitch reviews REXx New Galvanically Grown Metal Exhaust Sets.
- Kevin Futter reviews Lukgraph 32-22: Sopwith Baby in British Service.
- Suresh Nathan returns with his Revell 1/32 Bristol Beaufighter 1F Nightfighter.
- Andrea Ferrari presents his Airfix 1/24 Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-6.
Updated 14 March 2020
- Buchon Scale Models (Attitude Aviation AS) has released BUC32006 - 1/32 HA-1112 Spanish AF add-on kit [Facebook link].
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released a set of 1/32 Mk-76 25lb Practice bombs.
- Euro Decals has announced ED-32124 McDonnell Douglas F-4C & F-4E Phantoms of the 57th FIS.
- Aerocraft Models has released new brass undercarriage sets for the Me 262 and Hawker Typhoon.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intyrama: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews a selection of products from ANYZ:
- Russell Bucy presents his article on the MoF/NWSM 2020 Model Exhibition.
Updated 10 March 2020
- I'm pleased to announce that our newest Group Build, entitled Cold War Jets, is now underway!
- Barracuda Studios has released two sets of 1/24 scale Hellcat wheels.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe & Miniature No 14: The Junkers Ju 87 Stuka.
- Infinity Models has announced a 1/32 Zlin Z-37 Cmelak kit.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intyrama: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- LSP_Paul reviews Flying Leathernecks Decals 35001: US Marine Corps AH1Z for Academy Kit 12127.
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Revell 1/32 Ju 88A-1.
- Christian Gerard debuts with his Italeri 1/32 Mirage IIIE.
Updated 4 March 2020
- Archer Fine Transfers has released a pair of resin decal British cowling fastener sheets, AR99172 in 1/32 scale, and AR99173 in 1/24 scale.
- AIMS has released 32F001: Marmaduke Thomas St John Pattle figure.
- Chandos Publications has announced a new Arado Ar 234 / Blitz Bombers book coming mid-2020.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intyrama: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Iain Ogilvie reviews AIMS 32D022: Gloster Gladiator Mk I decals.
- Kevin Futter reviews two new updated releases from Valiant Wings Publishing:
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 Bf 109G-10 “Erla”.
- Luc Janssen presents his Trumpeter 1/32 MiG-21 UM Mongol B.
- Peter Booij presents his ICM 1/32 Polikarpov I-16 Type 24.
- Andrea Calebich wraps things up with his Revell 1/32 Avia S-199 "Sakeen" Conversion.
Updated 29 February 2020
- Buchon Scale Models has released its Hispano HA-1109 K1L Tripala Resin Conversion Kit.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released a set of resin 1/35 AH-1Z/UH-1Y Full Motion Video (FMV) Mods.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intyrama: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Iain Ogilvie reviews AIMS 32PE012: Gloster Gladiator Cockpit for 1:32 ICM Kit.
- Ray Peterson reviews Build Special Series #2: Building Mac's Bird Dog in 1/32nd Scale by Eric Galliers, from KLP Publishing.
- Andrew Birnie reviews a slew of new decals:
- Aaron Scott returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Bf 109G-2/R-6 JG.5.
- Ernest Roth debuts with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Albatros DV.
- Tolga Ulgur wraps things up with his HobbyBoss 1/32 Spitfire Mk Vb.
Updated 23 February 2020
- Model Monkey has announced the availability of two new 1/24 scale sets:
- Flying Leathernecks has announced 3D printed HUDs for F/A-18 and AV-8B.
- Aerocraft Models has released a 1/32 Gloster Gladiator brass undercarriage set for the ICM kit.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intergest:
- Regia Aeronautica: Il Settore Mediterraneo
- Regia Aeronautica: Periodo Prebellico e Fronti Occidentali
- Iain Ogilvie reviews ICM 32040: Gloster Gladiator Mk.1.
- Ray Peterson reviews Build Special Series #1: Building Brick's Sabre in 1/32 Scale, by Eric Galliers, from KLP Publishing.
- Andrew Birnie reviews a trio of new releases from Aerocraft Models:
- Nenad Miklusev returns with his Lukgraph 1/32 Boeing F3B-1 Command Aircraft.
- John Chance debuts with his Tamiya 1/32 P-51D.
Updated 16 February 2020
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 Messerschmitt Me P.1099A is coming soon.
- AIMS has released some new accessories for the ICM Gladiator kit (decals, cockpit set, and Pat Pattle figure).
- Reedoak has released a pair of U.S. helmet bags.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe Detail No 8-The Horten Ho IX/Horten Ho 229, which will be available shortly.
- Videoaviation has released a 1/32 MA-1A Starter set + Combo set MA-1A & MD-3.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intergest:
- Regia Aeronautica: Il Settore Mediterraneo
- Regia Aeronautica: Periodo Prebellico e Fronti Occidentali
- Kevin Williams reviews Wingnut Wings 32607: 1/32 Sopwith Triplane "Raymond Collishaw".
- Ray Peterson reviews LEM/Ruporator 32019: 1/32 La-9.
- LSP_Paul reviews Def Models DF35020: 1/35 USMC AH-1Z Viper Pilot Set.
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 Ju 87G-2.
- Andrzej Ligocki debuts with his IBG Models 1/32 PZL P.11c.
- Miloslav Hraban is back with his Hasegawa 1/32 A6M7 Model 62, 302 Kokutai.
- John Kim presents his Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1A Corsair - Boyington's 17740.
Updated 8 February 2020
- Fantasy Printshop is requesting ideas for new decal products in 1/32 scale. If you have any suggestions, please email Ray Horwell at fantasyprintshop@yahoo.com.
- Speaking of Fantasy Printshop, they've just announced four more 1/32 scale decal sets:
- In the forums, check out Andrzej Ligocki's test build of the upcoming IBG Models 1/32 PZL P.11c.
- Bob's Buckles has released some 0.4 brass tube with an internal diameter of 0.22.
- DN Models has announced a Slovak Tiger Camo MiG-29UB/UBS Fulcrum-B Paint Mask Set.
- Tamiya has announced a new 1/32 F-51D “Korean War” boxing of its excellent Mustang kit.
- Das Werk has announced a 1/32 Ju EF-126 "Elli" / EF-127 "Walli".
- HAD Models has announced a pre-order for 32069 B-24D "Pete the Pom inspector" decal-mask set.
- The Model Cellar has announced a new Manfred von Richthofen figure in 132 scale.
- Reedoak has announced a civilian in US flight suit figure.
- Master Details has released 32031: P-47, F4U, TBF/TBM Avenger Wheels.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intergest:
- Regia Aeronautica: Il Settore Mediterraneo
- Regia Aeronautica: Periodo Prebellico e Fronti Occidentali
- Kevin Williams reviews Main Landing Gear Replacements from Synthetic Ordnance Works.
- Andrew Birnie reviews the Aerocraft 1/24 Hellcat F6F-5N (Early 5) Night Fighter Conversion VF(N)-41 White 13.
- LSP_Paul reviews Eduard 32-961: 1/35 Photo-etch for Academy AH-1Z Viper.
- Andrea Calebich returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien “Tony”.
- Garry Pritchett is back with his Airfix 1/24 Ju 87B-2 Stuka.
- Petr Pícha presents his Tamiya 1/32 F-16CJ Block 50.
- Aaron Scott wraps things up with his Revell 1/32 Spitfire FR IXc Holland 1944.
Updated 22 January 2020
- Reedoak has announced 2 additional modern French Armée de l'Air figures.
- RB Productions has announced Decals for Henschel Hs 129 B-2 in Romanian Service.
- AIMS has announced the following new products for the ICM Gladiator kit:
- Aerocraft Models has released 1/24 Hellcat Decal and Conversion sets.
- Videoaviation has announced 1/32 M-117 GP bombs w/MAU91 & MAU-103.
- Master Details has released 32069: Spitfire Mk II Replacement Landing Gear.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that its next book will be Airframe Detail No 8-The Gotha Go 229.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intergest:
- Regia Aeronautica: Il Settore Mediterraneo
- Regia Aeronautica: Periodo Prebellico e Fronti Occidentali
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 Fw 190D-9.
- Jan Kopecký presents his Italeri 1/32 F-35A 13-5081 AFB Hill.
- Rick Kranias wraps things up with his Fly 1/32 Fa330 Focke-Achgelis.
Updated 9 January 2020
- AIMS has announced 32D022 Gloster Gladiator Mk 1 decals.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced eight new 1/32 masking sets.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intergest:
- Regia Aeronautica: Balcani e Fronte Orientale - thanks Giuseppe Saladino!
- Regia Aeronautica: Colori e Insegne 1935-1945 - thanks Giuseppe Saladino!
- Regia Aeronautica: Il Settore Mediterraneo
- Regia Aeronautica: Periodo Prebellico e Fronti Occidentali
- Kevin Williams reviews the Building the Wingnut Wings Halberstadt CL.II, from Albatros Productions.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews a pair of new figures from Elan13 Miniatures:
- Hubert Kendziorek returns with his Special Hobby 1/32 Curtiss Hawk H-75 A-7 (ML-KNIL).
- Garry Pritchett presents his Zoukei-Mura 1/32 Horten Ho 229.
- Dejan Lukic wraps things up with his Trumpeter 1/32 Messerschmitt Me 262A-1a.
Updated 30 December 2019
- As the last update before the New Year, I'd like to take this opportunity to wish everyone all the best in 2020, and hope you all have a safe and happy New Year!
- ICM has released its Gloster Gladiator Mk.I/II in Foreign Services decals.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Intergest:
- Regia Aeronautica: Balcani e Fronte Orientale
- Regia Aeronautica: Colori e Insegne 1935-1945
- Regia Aeronautica: Il Settore Mediterraneo
- Regia Aeronautica: Periodo Prebellico e Fronti Occidentali
- Ray Peterson reviews a pair of new items from Videoaviation
- Kevin Williams reviews the Doyusha Mitsubishi A6M2b Zero Fighter at Pearl Harbor kit.
- Werner Jonczyk debuts with his Italeri 1/32 F-104G Starfighter German Navy MFG 2.
- John Kim presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Bf 109K-4 Weisse 8.
Updated 23 December 2019
- As the last update before Christmas, I'd like to take this opportunity to wish everyone the best of the season, and hope you all have a safe and happy Christmas!
- LSP sponsor Lukgraph has launched a new online store.
- HpH Models has announced that it will cease production of new resin kits, and instead, release a series of injection-moulded kits under the name Infinity Models.
- Lemkits has released a 1/32 Henschel Hs 293A-0/A-1 Limited edition resin kit.
- Lemkits has also announced a 1/32 Messerschmitt Me P.1099A Limited edition resin kit.
- AIMS has announced a series of 1/32 Gloster Gladiator sets.
- Noy's Miniatures has released a 2-in-1 WWII Luftwaffe Hangar (Inside) Set.
- Kitty Hawk Model has announced that its 1/32 Mirage 2000C kit is now available [Facebook link].
- Andrea Calebich returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Focke Wulf Fw 190D-13/R-11, “Yellow 10”.
- Luc Janssen presents his Kinetic 1/32 F-86F Sabre.
Updated 11 December 2019
- I'm pleased to announced that out lastest Group Build, 30 Years of the Eastern Front 1915-1945, has now been launched!
- Forum member 109ace has produced a Resin/Vac P-51B Update set for Classic Revell Kit.
- Scale Model Cellar has released a new 1/32 scale WWI German Pilot.
- ICM has announced that its 1/32 Gloster Gladiator kit is now available [Facebook link].
- AIMS has released a pair of new products for Wingut Wings kits:
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kylie Newton reviews Mitches Military Models 120mm Modern Fighter Pilot.
- Andrea Calebich presents his HobbyBoss 1/32 F-84G Thunderjet Project.
Updated 23 November 2019
- There will be a short 3-week break in What's New updates while my family and I take a long-awaited overseas vacation. Hopefully the server behaves while I'm gone!
- LSP sponsor HobbyLink Japan has just launched its Winter Sale.
- AIMS has posted artwork for its upcoming Gladiator decal set.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Rato Marczak reviews FCM Decals 32025: Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate.
- Ray Peterson returns with his Modelzona 2019 Show Report.
- Andrew Doppel returns with his Italeri 1/32 Mirage IIIO.
- Andrea Ferrari presents his Revell 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109F-2.
Updated 16 November 2019
- Archer Fine Transfers has released new access panels and scab patches in 1/32 and 1/24 scales.
- Model Monkey has announced that its wheel wells insert for the 1/24 scale Airfix Mustang kits is now available.
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 Junkers EF 128 "Jagernotprogramm" kit is now on sale.
- Barracuda Studios has announced BR24412 Hellcat Diamond Tread Mainwheels in 1/24th scale, and BR24413 Hellcat Cross Tread mainwheels in 1/24th scale [Facebook link].
- MikroMir has published further design images of their 1/32 scale Miles M.14 Magister trainer.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Wingspan 3, from Canfora Publishing.
- Andrew Birnie reviews a pair of new items from Aerocraft:
- Dejan Lukic returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate.
- Guy Keller debuts with his Revell 1/32 Spitfire Mk II.
Updated 3 November 2019
- Silver Wings has announced a new 1/32 de Havilland Tiger Moth.
- Iconicair has announced a David Brown RAF Tugmaster Tractor.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe & Miniature Nos 3 and 7 Second Editions.
- Eduard has announced a new release (BFC034) of the Hasegawa P-40E kit.
- Master Details has announced 32070: Merlin Engine Early Exhausts.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Broken Wings: Captured & Wrecked Allied Aircraft of the Blitzkrieg, from Canfora Publishing.
- Thierry Laurent reviews Videoaviation 198432: 1/32 U.S. Navy Modern Tow Tractor.
- Justin Ducharme returns with his Tamiya 1/32 FAA Corsair.
- Andrea Calebich is back with his Trumpeter 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2/Trop.
- Ha Pham presents his Trumpeter 1/32 A-1H Skyraider South Vietnam.
- Andrea Ferrari wraps things up with his Marco’s Miniatures 1/24 Pfalz DIII.
Updated 27 October 2019
- Lukgraph has announced a 1/32 Sopwith Baby.
- Reid Air Publishing has announced that The Modern Prowler Guide is expected to ship at the beginning of December.
- Zacto Models has released replacement parts for the rubber bladder parts included in the Trumpeter 1/32 F-14 Tomcat kit.
- Lost British Projects has announced a 1/32 BAC TSR-2 resin kit.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Broken Wings: Captured & Wrecked Allied Aircraft of the Blitzkrieg, from Canfora Publishing.
- Brian Leitch reviews Doyusha Type 93 Akatombo Advanced Trainer - K5Y2 "Willow".
Updated 19 October 2019
- Master Model has announced two new brass machine gun sets for the Airfix 1/24 scale Hellcat.
- Foxbat Decals has released 1/32 Stencils for the Lockheed P-38 Lightning.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Barracuda Studios BR32410: 1/32 Lancaster Main Wheels - Block Tread.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Elan13 Miniatures EL95 Luftwaffe Pilot with dog WW2 75mm 1/24.
- Kevin Williams reviews Building the Wingnut Wings Hannover CL.II, from Albatros Productions.
- Nick Scheltema debuts with his Hasegawa 1/32 Canadair Sabre Mk 6.
- Piero De Santis presents his Tamiya 1/32 F-4J(UK) Phantom.
Updated 13 October 2019
- AIMS has announced a slew of new Luftwaffe decals and conversions.
- Master Details has released F-100 Super Sabre Correct Wheels.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Futter reviews a trio of new products from Barracuda Studios:
- Kevin Futter also reviews a trio of new products from Fantasy Printshop:
- Andrea Calebich is back with his HobbyBoss 1/32 F-84G Thunderjet.
- Mike Maben presents his Revell 1/32 P-51D-15 Mustang "Jersey Jerk".
Updated 6 October 2019
- AC Models has announced a 1/32 Lancaster crew for release in November [Facebook link].
- Videoaviation has released a 1/32 U.S. Navy modern tow tractor.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced second-edition reprints of two of its titles:
- Temp Models—another new name to me—has released a set of airfield construction plates in 1/32 scale.
- Procal Decals has released Zeys Greek Demo Team Decals in 1/32 scale.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Iain Ogilvie reviews the Airscale PE32 LIB - Instrument Panel Upgrade - Consolidated B-24 Liberator.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Extra 10: The Battle of Midway, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Kevin Futter also reviews Fantasy Printshop ED-32117: Panavia Tornado GR.4/4A.
- Marc Barris returns with his Scratch-Built 1/32 Pilatus PC-21.
- Andrea Ferrari is back with his Trumpeter 1/24 Bf 109F-4 Conversion.
- Chuck Sawyer presents his Kitty Hawk 1/32 F-5E/N: "Kicked Up A Notch".
- Peter White wraps things up with his HobbyBoss 1/32 IL-2M Sturmovik.
Updated 29 September 2019
- DN Models has released a B-24D Liberator “The Little Gramper” Assembly Ship Camo and Insignia Paint Mask Set.
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 Yak-25M "Flashlight" is now available for sale.
- Wingnut Wings has announced six new Albatros D.V/D.Va reboxings for release in November:
- Hobby Japan—a new company to me—has announced a new-tool A6M5 Zero in 1/32 scale.
- ICM has announced a Fiat CR.42 and Stearman PT-17 in 1/32 scale for release in 2020.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press:
- Interceptor vs. Heavy Bomber - thanks Art Murray!
- Messerschmitt Bf 109: Luftwaffe Fighter
- Patrol Aircraft vs. Submarine - thanks Art Murray!
- Thanks also to Russ Bucy, who sent in two Howell Press covers for books we didn't have in the database: Carrier Power vs. Fighting Ship & Tank Buster vs. Combat Vehicle.
- Kevin Williams reviews the Aircraft in Detail #001: Jaguar, from HMH Publications.
- Mitko Nikitov reviews the MiniArt 40013: 1/35 Focke-Wulf Triebflügel.
- Kevin Futter reviews Eduard 11105: Condor Legion Bf 109E.
- Andrea Calebich returns with his PCM 1/32 Macchi C205V “Veltro”, series III.
- Dennis Sauter presents his HK Models 1/32 B-17G 96th BG/337th BS.
- Rick Kranias wraps things up with his Special Hobby 1/32 Hawker Tempest Mk V.
Updated 22 September 2019
- Proper Plane has released four new shades of wood decal.
- Lemkits has announced a 1/32 Blohm & Voss BV-226 "Hailstone" [Facebook link].
- Wingnut Wings has announced two new reboxings for release in November:
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe Detail 7: The Henschel Hs 123.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Howell Press:
- Kevin Futter reviews some more new decal sets from Fantasy Printshop:
- John Alexander returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Nakajima Ki-43 "Oscar".
- Olivier Barles presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Kawasaki Ki-61 "Hien".
Updated 15 September 2019
- Archer Fine Transfers has released a set of generic access panels suitable for 1/32 scale aircraft.
- Special Hobby has announced SH32066: T-33 'Japanese and South American T-Birds'.
- HpH Models has announced a 1/32 Zlin Z-226 MS/B kit [Facebook link].
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Haynes/Motorbuch Verlag: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Williams reviews the Aircraft in Detail #007: Saab AJ37 Viggen, from HMH Publications.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature 13: The Supermarine Spitfire Part 2, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Kevin Futter also takes a look at Video Magazine Volume 1, from Scale Model Cinema.
- And for his hat trick, Kevin Futter reviews some more new sheets from Fantasy Printshop:Euro Decals ED-32122 McDonnell Douglas F-15C Oregon ANG Special.
- Olivier Barles presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Curtiss BF2C-1.
Updated 9 September 2019
- In forum news, we've just launched a brand-new sub-forum called Aviation Discussion. This is the place to discuss or ask questions about all aviation-related topics, and give them a better home than our General Discussion area. Hopefully this will be a useful improvement to the forums.
- DN Models has also released a trio of new paint mask sets for the HobbyBoss B-24:
- MikroMir has announced a 1/32 Miles M.14 Magister [Facebook link].
- IBG Models has published some in-progress photos of its 1/32 PZL P.11c kit.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Haynes/Motorbuch Verlag: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Williams reviews the Aircraft in Detail #SLE-001: F-16 "Dark Falcon", from HMH Publications.
Updated 31 August 2019
- Copper State Models has announced three new 1/32 Nieuport kits [Facebook link].
- Copper State Models has also announced a 1/32 Hansa Brandenburg D.1.
- And so it seems that Wingnut Wings is also working on a 1/32 Hansa Brandenburg D.1.
- A.M.U.R.Reaver has announced that its Bf 109G-6/AS conversion is now ready to order.
- Aerocraft Models has just released a range of Airfix 1/24 Hellcat undercarriage and tyre sets.
- Aerocraft Models has also announced MiniArt 1/35 Focke-Wulf Triebflugel brass undercarriage.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Haynes/Motorbuch Verlag:
If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Iain Ogilvie reviews the HobbyBoss 83211: Consolidated B-24J Liberator kit.
- Iain Ogilvie also takes a look at the Aerocraft Models Internal Undercarriage set for HobbyBoss B-24 Liberator.
- Kevin Williams reviews the Aircraft in detail #006: Eurofighter Typhoon, from HMH Publications.
- Steve Oakson is back with his I.D. Models 1/32 Westland Wyvern.
- Andrea Ferrari presents his Trumpeter 1/24 P-51D Mustang.
Updated 24 August 2019
- JETMADS, a new firm to me, has announced a series of 1/32 resin kits, with a D-558-I being the first in line for release.
- KLP Publishing has just released its latest eBook title, Building the Revell P-51D-5NA in 1/32 Scale, by Jan Gabauer.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has just announced a new Mosquito book bundle.
- Barracuda Studios has just released six new products in 1/24 and 1/32 scales.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Haynes/Motorbuch Verlag:
If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Steve Oakson returns with his Revell 1/32 Mosquito Mk XXX.
- Andrea Ferrari presents his Revell 1/32 Bf 109F-2 - Channel Front.
Updated 17 August 2019
- Iconicair has released a 1/32 Bomb Trolley with 8000lb 'Cookie' Blockbuster.
- Lukgraph has released a 1/32 Wright R-790 Whirlwind J-5 Engine [Facebook link].
- AIMS has announced 32D017 Fw 190 A-8/R2 decals for the Revell kit.
- Lemkits has announced a 1/32 Yak-25 "Flashlight" is coming soon.
- RESIN2detail has announced a set of diamond tread tyres for the B-24 and B-17 (Goodyear) (1/48 & 1/32) [Facebook link].
- Kitty Hawk has published the profile artwork for its upcoming KH32026 1/32 Fw 190A-8 kit [Facebook link].
- Valiant Wings Publishing has just announced Airframe Detail No 7 - The Henschel Hs 123.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Green Arrow:
If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Larry Steiner has sent in an extensive walkaround of the Boeing B-17G "Aluminum Overcast".
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Airfix 1/24 Bf 109E-7 Trop.
- Andrea Calebich presents his HobbyBoss 1/32 Spitfire Mk Vb.
Updated 11 August 2019
- Wingut Wings has announced two new 1/32 Fokker Dr.I kits (Early 32068 & Late 32069).
- Also shown at the US Nationals by Wingut Wings was a HP O/100 to complement its upcoming O/400 kit.
- Lukgraph has released the first 10 bomb sets in its new range of kit accesssories.
- DN Models has released a set of MiG-29SMT 32nd scale Splinter Camo masks.
- Zactomodels has released a 1/32 Phoenix pallet correction for Trumpeter F-14s.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Green Arrow:
If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Andrea Ferrari presents his Trumpeter 1/24 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6 “Early”.
Updated 3 August 2019
- Wingut Wings has announced a new kit in development for 2020 (32068) to be announced at the IPMS USA National Convention in Chattanooga on 7 August 2019.
- A couple of news items from Valiant Wings Publishing:
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Green Arrow:
If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Andrew Birnie reviews the Revell 03875: Messerschmitt Me 262 A-1/A-2 kit.
- Ray Peterson reviews Halberd Models 1/32 Rubber Wheel Sets.
- Andrew Birnie reviews the AIMS Messerschmitt Me 262 A-1/U3 Conversion kit.
- Andrea Ferrari returns with his Kinetic Models 1/24 P-47D “Bubbletop”.
- Andrea Calebich presents his Amodel 1/32 Nieuport-Macchi Ni.11 “Bebè”.