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!
- 20th Anniversary Multi-Engine Group Build - this runs from 1 January 2019 until 31 December 2019.
- Ships of the Desert - this runs from 1 August 2018 until 31 January 2019.
Updated 9 February 2019
- Proper Plane has announced Continental 760x100 resin wheels, compatible with 1/32 scale models of different german planes - Albatros, Fokker D.VII, Pfalz and Roland.
- DN Models has released a paint masks for the "Spotted Ass Ape" assembly ship Liberator.
- AOA Decals has announced USMC F-4 Phantoms in Vietnam (3 sheets).
- Roden has announced a 1/32 Boeing/Stearman PT-13 Kaydet (listed 4th from the bottom).
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that it's preparing a second edition of Airframe & Miniature No 4-The Hawker Tempest.
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Kinetic 1/24 Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Razorback".
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Rato Marczak reviews FCM Decals 32022: VAQ-132 Scorpions.
Updated 2 February 2019
- Proper Plane has released two new wooden propellors, for the Junkers D.I and Albatros D.V.
- DN Models has released a 1/32 Avro Lancaster B Mk.I Canopy and Windows Paint Mask Set.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Anthony Galbraith reviews HpH Models HPH32043L: 1/32 C-47 Skytrain.
- Kevin Williams reviews Special Hobby SH32073: I.A.R.81 BoPi "Dive Bomber".
- Rato Marczak reviews FCM Decals 32020: VF-114 Aardvarks – Part 1.
- Andrea Calebich returns with his 21st Century Toys 1/32 Ju 87R-2 Stuka.
Updated 23 January 2019
- Lukgraph has announced a new series of Curtiss aircraft for release in March 2019: Curtiss F6C-1, Curtiss F6C-2/3, Curtiss P-1A Hawk, Curtiss AT5/5A.
- Fantasy Printshop has announced Euro Decals ED-32123 Avro Lancaster.
- DN Models has released two new sets of paint masks:
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe Detail No. 6, The Focke-Wulf Ta 154.
- Red Pegasus Decals has announced that its catalogue is being transferred to DRAW Decals, as a result of the recent death of RPD owner Keith Davidson.
- ICM has published its 2019 catalogue, with some interesting LSP releases listed.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
Updated 16 January 2019
- Maketar Paint Masks has just released some new masking sets for Lancasters and Spitfires.
- Reedoak has just released a second French Mirage pilot, shown stepping out of the cockpit.
- Aerocraft has announced an Undercarriage Brass insert set for Hobby Boss B-24 Liberator.
- Fantasy Printshop has announced Euro Decals ED-32122 McDonnell Douglas F-15C Oregon ANG Special.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews three new wheel set for Fw 190s from Barracuda Studios:
Updated 12 January 2019
- KLP Publishing has just released its latest Build Guide in eBook format, entitled Building the Revell He 219A-7 in 1/32 Scale.
- DN Models has just released B-24J Canopy, Windows & Wheels Liberator Paint Mask Set 1/32.
- AOA Decals has announced F-4B/F-4J Phantom Airframe Data/Panels (stencil type).
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Mike O'Leary reviews ICM 32003: Polikarpov I-16 Type 29.
- Ray Peterson reviews Silver Wings 32-021: Yakovlev Yak-9 M/T.
- Rato Marczak reviews FCM Decals 32018: N.A. T-6 Texan.
- Tolga Ulgur presents his Special Hobby 1/32 Hawker Tempest Mk V.
Updated 8 January 2019
- Our new 20th Anniversary Multi-Engine Group Build is off to an amazing start, with over 50 entries already, including enormous vac kits and complete scratch-builds. Check 'em out!
- LSP Sponsor Eagle Editions is having a January Sale.
- In its latest newsletter, Eduard has sneaked the following statement on to Page 6: "For the latter half of the year, we are preparing a 1:32nd scale Limited Edition release called ‘Legion Condor’, based on our Bf 109E-1/E-3".
- Lone Star Models has announced that the former Cobra Company 1/35 UH-1B set is now available.
- Videoaviation has released a set of 1/32 SUU-30 (CBU-54) B/B “early”.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Wingnut Wings 32062: Halberstadt Cl.II (Late).
- Rato Marczak reviews FCM Decals 32017: 1/14 Aviation Group.
- Gary Sausmikat builds Manfred and Lothar Richthofen’s Fokker DR.1s.
- Olivier Barles presents his HpH Models 1/32 Lavochkin La-7.
Updated 2 January 2019
- Happy New Year to all our members and visitors, wherever you are. May 2019 see all your dreams, plastic or otherwise, fulfilled! It's our 20th Anniversary, so we plan to make it a big one.
- We welcome in the new year with the launch of our new Multi-Engine Group Build, designed as the year-long centrepiece to our 20th Anniversary celebrations. We'd like to offer our sincere thanks to all our sponsors and vendors for the terrific prizes they have donated for the raffle draw we will have at the end. Join in if you can!
- Our second initiative to celebrate our 20th Anniversary is a series of Monthly Prize Raffles in the Works in Progress forum. Check out the information thread in the forums for more details.
- Iconicair has announced that its Dambuster Conversion Kit for the Hong Kong Models Lancaster is now available.
- Pacific Monograph has announced PMAVI-007 1/32 Tigre Exotique decals, for the Matchbox/Revell Tiger Moth.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews HK Models 01E010: 1/32 Lancaster B Mk I.
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2.
- Christos Papadopoulos presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2/TROP.
- Andrea Calebich wraps things up with his Special Hobby 1/32 Fiat G.50.
Updated 22 December 2018
- Eagle Editions has announced New EagleCals for the Fw 190 A-2 and A-3.
- AIMS has announced 32D016 Tulip 109s decal sheet.
- Academy has announced a 1/35 USMC AH-1Z Viper.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse:
- Chasseurs d'Assault: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 4 - thanks Jose Benito!
- La Bataille Aérienne de Normandie - Juin/Août 44
- Les Combats Ariens de la Drole de Guerre
- Potez 25
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature No. 9: The Dornier Do 335 Pfeil (Second Edition), from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Tolga Ulgur presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-6/R11 "Black 8".
Updated 15 December 2018
- Lukgraph has announced that its Vought SBU-1 Command aircraft is ready.
- Kitty Hawk has confirmed its 1/35 HH-60G Pave Hawk (KH50006) for release in 2019 [Facebook link].
- Kora Model has released 1/32 Decals Avro Lancaster B.Mk.I Luftwaffe.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse:
- Chasseurs d'Assault: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 4
- La Bataille Aérienne de Normandie - Juin/Août 44
- Les Combats Ariens de la Drole de Guerre
- Potez 25
- Ray Peterson reviews Silver Wings 32-020: Re. 2000 Intercettore/ Heja/ J20.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews the Iconicair ICGF007: Supermarine Attacker F1/FB2 kit.
- Iain Ogilvie also reviews a pair of handy reference titles on the Attacker:
- Kent Karlsen reviews Wings & Rigging Bristol F.2B "The Crocodile".
Updated 11 December 2018
- AOA Decals has announced new decals for VF-154 Black Knights F-4J Phantoms.
- Reedoak has announced a modern French Army fuel serviceman.
- Buchon Scale Models has now released its 1/32 Hispano HA-1112 M1L Conversion.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse:
- Chasseurs d'Assault: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 4
- La Bataille Aérienne de Normandie - Juin/Août 44
- Les Chasseurs Caudron: CR.714 et dérivés - thanks Daniel Methy!
- Les Combats Ariens de la Drole de Guerre
- Potez 25
- Ray Peterson reviews LEM/Ruporator 32018: Bell P-59 "Airacomet".
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Album 14: The Bristol Beaufighter, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
Updated 7 December 2018
- HobbyLink Japan is having its 2018 Winter Sale.
- Eagle Editions has announced Wings of the Black Cross Number Eleven.
- DN Models has released Camouflage Paint Masks for F-16C BDU Green Splinter Aggressor.
- Fantasy Printshop has released Euro Decals ED-32121: Dassault Mirage III.
- Cold War Studio has announced that CWS32003 - MiG-29 9.12 cockpit for the Trumpeter kit in 1/32 scale is officially available.
- Master Details has announced 32064: 1/32 U.S.A.A.F. Waist Gunner European Theater.
- Trumpeter has announced that its 1/24 Ju 87G-2 is slated for release in January 2019.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse:
- Chasseurs d'Assault: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 4
- JG 1: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 1 "Oeseau" - thanks Jacques Nesme!
- La Bataille Aérienne de Normandie - Juin/Août 44
- La Chasse Francaise Inconnue Mai-Juin 1940 - thanks Jacques Nesme!
- La Force Aerienne Croate 1941-1945 - thanks Jacques Nesme!
- Les Chasseurs Caudron: CR.714 et dérivés
- Les Combats Ariens de la Drole de Guerre
- Les Pertes de la Chasse de Jour Allemande en France 1939-1945 - thanks Jacques Nesme!
- Potez 25
- The Messerschmitt Bf 109 in Swiss Service / Les Messerschmitt Bf 109 Suisses - thanks Jacques Nesme!
- Luc Janssen returns with his Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire Mk IX.
- Andrea Calebich presents his Kitty Hawk 1/32 North American F-86K.
Updated 1 December 2018
- LSP sponsor Lukgraph has a new YouTube channel.
- AIMS has released its Bf 109 G-6 & G-10 Erla lower engine plug and cowl for the Revell kits.
- Videoaviation has announced a 1/32 USN Carrier Deck Crew "Vietnam".
- Reedoak has announced two Russian Air Force ground crews.
- Ventura Publications has released V32502 - RAAF Kangaroo roundel Mustangs.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse:
- Chasseurs d'Assault: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 4
- JG 1: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 1 "Oeseau"
- L' Aéronautique Navale Française de Septembre 1939 - Juin 1940 - thanks John Macklin!
- L'Aviation de Chasse de la Republic Espagnole 1936/1939 - thanks Alain Gadbois!
- La Bataille Aérienne de Normandie - Juin/Août 44
- La Chasse Francaise Inconnue Mai-Juin 1940
- La Force Aerienne Croate 1941-1945
- Les Avions Allemands aux Couleurs Francaises, Tome 1 - thanks Pascal Delattre!
- Les Avions Allemands aux Couleurs Francaises, Tome 2 - thanks Pascal Delattre!
- Les Chasseurs Caudron: CR.714 et dérivés
- Les Chasseurs Grumman de l'Armée de l'Air - thanks John Macklin!
- Les Combats Ariens de la Drole de Guerre
- Les Messerschmitt Espagnols: Des Premiers 109 V aux Derniers Buchon - thanks Alain Gadbois!
- Les Pertesde la Chsse de Jour Allemande en France 1939-1945
- Potez 25
- The Messerschmitt Bf 109 in Swiss Service / Les Messerschmitt Bf 109 Suisses
- Kevin Williams reviews Building the Wingnut Wings Dolphin & Pfalz D.IIIA, from Albatros Productions.
- Brian Leitch takes a look at a new 1/32 WWII Era Carrier Deck Print from LSP member Tim Biggers.
- Ray Peterson takes a look at Copper State Models CSM 32001: Nieuport XVII Early.
- Ivan Womack presents his Tamiya 1/32 F-4J Phantom.
Updated 27 November 2018
- DXM has announced F-4EJ Kai two-tone blue JASDF Phantom decals for release in December.
- ICM has announced an I-153 "Chaika" (winter version) kit (32011) as a 2018 release.
- Master Details has just released 32063: 58 U.S. Gallon Drop Tank.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Editions Lela Presse:
- Chasseurs d'Assault: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 4
- JG 1: Histoire de la Jagdgeschwader 1 "Oeseau"
- L' Aéronautique Navale Française de Septembre 1939 - Juin 1940
- L'Aviation de Chasse de la Republic Espagnole 1936/1939
- La Bataille Aérienne de Normandie - Juin/Août 44
- La Chasse Francaise Inconnue Mai-Juin 1940
- La Force Aerienne Croate 1941-1945
- Les Avions Allemands aux Couleurs Francaises, Tome 1
- Les Avions Allemands aux Couleurs Francaises, Tome 2
- Les Chasseurs Caudron: CR.714 et dérivés
- Les Chasseurs Grumman de l'Armée de l'Air
- Les Combats Ariens de la Drole de Guerre
- Les Messerschmitt Espagnols: Des Premiers 109 V aux Derniers Buchon
- Les Pertesde la Chsse de Jour Allemande en France 1939-1945
- Potez 25
- The Messerschmitt Bf 109 in Swiss Service / Les Messerschmitt Bf 109 Suisses
- Ray Peterson has a trio of new reviews for us:
- Rodney Williams presents 47 photos of F2G Corsair 454 from his personal collection.
Updated 24 November 2018
- It is with great sadness that I report the passing of LSP member André Dorion, who recently suffered a fatal heart attack. André was a valued member of the LSP community, and contributed many articles for the website. Our condolences to his family and friends. Vale André.
- Wingnut Wings has announced its surprise Christmas release for 2018, 32804: The Duellists featuring 1 x Halberstadt Cl.II Late & 1 x RE.8 "Harry Tate".
- Zoukei-Mura has announced three new LSP kits: Bf 109G, P-51B/C, and Ar 234. (Japanese language only at this stage, but scroll down a bit over half way to see the table of winning guesses.)
- Trumpeter has published some information about its upcoming P-40F Warhawk kit (03227).
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe Detail No 6 - The Focke-Wulf Ta 154 Moskito - A Technical Guide.
- Many of our valued sponsors are having a Black Friday sale:
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from EAA Aviation Foundation:
- The Golden Age of Air Racing: Pre-1940 (Vol. 1) - thanks Steve Robinson!
- The Golden Age of Air Racing: Pre-1940 (Vol. 2) - thanks Steve Robinson!
- Kevin Futter reviews the Lukgraph Macchi Ni.29 kit series.
- Olivier Barles presents his ICM 1/32 Polikarpov I-153.
Updated 17 November 2018
- Thanks to the amazing generosity of the scale modelling community, the GoFundMe campaign for Paul Fisher has now raised over US$23,000! This is more than double our initial goal in only 4 days. Here's a message from Paul:
"Hello to all our friends and family around the world, Susy and I cannot thank you enough for the incredible generosity you have shown us in out time of need, we are humbled and elevated all at the same time....Can't say yet what comes next, but now that we are safe in Colorado and online again I will try to post regularly.As far as we can tell at this point both our home and the workshop were destroyed by the fire, more info as I get it, but it will be awhile before that Firefly comes out!We love you all, and again, thank you with every wag of our collective tails for all you have done to help!!!!"
We'll continue to accept donations for as long as they continue to come in, so please help support Paul in getting back on his feet by donating if you can. No amount is too small! - Iconicair has now released its long-awaited Supermarine Attacker kit.
- Fantasy Printshop has announced a new decals sheet, ED32-119 Bubbletop Mustangs.
- Revell Germany has published its release schedule leading up to April 2019, which includes a re-release of the Dragon Bf 110C-7 kit.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from EAA Aviation Foundation: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Brian Leitch reviews some new Galvanically Grown Metal Exhausts - Spitfire Mk IX - Junkers D.1 - Mosquito Mk IV/VI, from REXx.
Updated 15 November 2018
- LSP sponsor and industry stalwart, Paul Fisher, of Fisher Model & Pattern, has suffered the loss of his home and workshop in the California fires. In response, we've set up a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for Paul and his family, to assist them through this crisis. Please help support Paul in getting back on his feet by donating if you can. No amount is too small!
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from EAA Aviation Foundation: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Brian Leitch reviews a pair of new A-6 decal sets from AOA Decals:
Updated 11 November 2018
- In big news out of Telford this weekend, Airfix has announced a 1/24 scale F6F-5 Hellcat.
- Also big news from Telford, Wingnut Wings has announced a 1/32 scale Handley Page O/400.
- Lukgraph has released a new range of aircraft display bases.
- airscale has announced a new set of full-colour Luftwaffe instrument decals.
- Reedoak has released two additional modern US Navy deck crew figures.
- Live Resin has released seven new helicopter figures.
- DN Models has released a new set of paint masks for the Zoukei-Mura Do 335A-12.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some preview images from Airframe Album No 14-The Bristol Beaufighter.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from EAA Aviation Foundation: If you have either of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Brian Leitch reviews the AOA Decals 32-027/32-028: VA-75 Sunday Punchers USN A-6 Intruders Part 1 & Part 2.
- Andrew Doppel presents his Italeri 1/32 Mirage IIIO.
Updated 2 November 2018
- Fantasy Printshop has announced Euro Decals Panavia Tornado GR.4/4A Part 2.
- RB Productions has announced "Red Nose P-51D-5 Mustang Aces" Decals.
- Eagle Aviation has announced that Viper Under the Skin Special Edition is ready to ship.
- Speed Hunter Graphics has announced that its Big Scale Weasels decals set is now shipping.
- AIMS has now released its Late War Bf 109s decals set.
- ICM has announced a 1/32 Bücker Bü 131B (32031).
- HpH Models has published some new photos of its upcoming DC-3/C-47 kit.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Dover:
- Picture History of World War II American Aircraft Production - thanks Michael McDanal!
- Andrew Birnie reviews the Aerocraft Models Undercarriage Wheel Door set for Revell Phantom.
- Mitko Nikitov reviews MiniArt 41003: 1/35 Flettner Fl 282 Kolibri V-21.
- Rodney Williams has sent in 73 images he took at the National Museum of the United States Air Force back in the day.
- Jennings Heilig presents 305 close-up images of the EC-121T 53-554 at Pima.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Revell 1/32 Polikarpov I-16 Type 24.
Updated 27 October 2018
- Airscale is now on Facebook.
- RB Productions has announced a new scribing ruler, set square and protractor.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Dover:
- Picture History of Aviation on Long Island 1908-1938
- Picture History of World War II American Aircraft Production
- Andrew Birnie has a pair of new reviews:
- Rodney Williams has sent in 11 images he took of the Planes of Fame SBD-5.
- Warren Zoell returns with his Williams Bros 1/32 Curtiss F9C Sparrowhawk.
- Andrea Calebich also returns with his Revell 1/32 Spitfire Mk IXc.
- Suresh Nathan presents his latest diorama, entitled Dora and The Dragon, Germany 1945, The Dismantling of JV 44.
Updated 21 October 2018
- Airscale has announced a cockpit set for the HK Models Lancaster B Mk. 1.
- AMS Resin is working on a set of wheels and a new ejection seat for the Hobby Boss 1/18 Harrier.
- Archer Fine Tranfers has released four new products for aircraft modellers:
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Delta Publishing: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Mike Swinburne has a pair of new reviews:
- Rodney Williams has sent in 30 images he took at the now-defunct Champlin Fighter Museum.
Updated 15 October 2018
- Reedoak has released three new civilian figures.
- Eduard has announced some new photo-etch sets for the Airfix 1/24 Mosquito.
- Elan 13 Miniatures has released two new 1/32 German WW1 pilots.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe Album No 14 - The Bristol Beaufighter - A Detailed Guide To Bristol’s Hard-hitting Twin.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Delta Publishing: If you have any of these books and are willing to scan their covers, please send them in!
- Kevin Futter reviews The Boulton Paul Defiant: A Technical Guide, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Olivier Barles presents his Azur 1/32 Bloch MB 152.
Updated 7 October 2018
- Wingnut Wings has announced Halberstadt Cl.II Early (32049) and Late (32062) kits.
- Great Wall Hobby has announced a 1/32 scale P-40B kit.
- Silver Wings has announced that its 1/32 Yak-9 M/T kit is ready for production, and will be available at the end of October.
- Elan 13 Miniatures has released a 1/24 scale WW2 RAF Pilot.
- HpH Models has announced that its MiG-23BN conversion set for Trumpeter kit is now available.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that it will be reprinting Airframe Constructor No.2 - Building The Heinkel He 219 Uhu.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Delta Publishing:
- IJN Interceptor Fighter Kawanishi "Shiden-Kai" (Gorge) [sic]
- Imperial Japanese Navy Aircraft of the Pacific War
- USAAF Aircraft of W.W.II
- Tony Taylor has sent in a pair of new Walkarounds:
Updated 28 September 2018
- Today's breaking news is the surprise announcement from Wingnut Wings at the Tokyo Hobby Show that it will be releasing Lancaster Dambuster and Lancaster B.Mk.I/III kits in 2019.
- In other news from Wingnut Wings, its website is showing that the Bristol F.2b Fighter kit (32004) has sold out.
- Zoukei-Mura has announced that its Ki-45 Toryu kit will debut at Scale Model World in Telford.
- Speaking of the Tokyo Hobby Show, HK Models has shown a built test shot of its upcoming Lancaster kit.
- AIMS has released some new upgrades for Revell's Bf 109 kits:
- Model Cellar has released a 1/32 Raoul Lufbery figure.
- Aerocraft Models has released New Brass Undercarriage and resin doors for Revell Phantom.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Delta Publishing:
- IJN Interceptor Fighter Kawanishi "Shiden-Kai" (Gorge) [sic]
- Imperial Japanese Navy Aircraft of the Pacific War
- USAAF Aircraft of W.W.II
- Andrew Birnie reviews Aerocraft Models Main Undercarriage Struts For Polikarpov I-16.
- Ray Peterson reviews Archer Fine Transfers AR32008: F4F Wildcat Cockpit Instruments and Placards.
- Blackheart presents his Kinetic 1/24 P-47D Razorback Thunderbolt.
Updated 22 September 2018
- DN Models has released an insignia and numbers paint mask set for the Messerschmitt Me 262 B-1a/U1, along with a bonus Allied Insignia & Numbers set.
- Eagle Aviation has announced Viper Under The Skin – Special Edition!.
- Jan Kopecky has released a 1/32 F-35A Slats and flaps set.
- Archer Fine Transfers has released a set of Cockpit placards and instruments for the Trumpeter F4F-3 and -4.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Delta Publishing:
- IJN Interceptor Fighter Kawanishi "Shiden-Kai" (Gorge) [sic]
- Imperial Japanese Navy Aircraft of the Pacific War
- USAAF Aircraft of W.W.II
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature 12: The Supermarine Spitfire Part 1, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Max Williams has sent in a new walkaround featuring the Bücker Bü 131.
- Andrea Calebich presents his Special Hobby 1/32 IAR 81c.
Updated 18 September 2018
- Roll Models has announced that John and Mary are retiring, and that Kitlinx has acquired the company's assets. Roll Models has been a valued LSP sponsor for a number of years now, so we wish John and Mary all the best in their retirement. We'll miss you guys!
- Speed Hunter Graphics has announced a new F-4G sheet entitled Big Scale Weasels.
- HpH Models has announced a 1/32 Wyvern.
- Proper Plane has released a pair of wooden propellers for Fokker Dr.1 in 1/32 - Axial and Heine.
- Videoaviation has released a small set of 1/32 MK83 bombs with "slick" body.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Delta Publishing:
- IJN Interceptor Fighter Kawanishi "Shiden-Kai" (Gorge) [sic]
- Imperial Japanese Navy Aircraft of the Pacific War
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 1 - thanks Padraic Conway!
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 2 - thanks Padraic Conway!
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 3 - thanks Padraic Conway!
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 4 - thanks Padraic Conway!
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 5 - thanks Padraic Conway!
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 6 - thanks Padraic Conway!
- USAAF Aircraft of W.W.II
- Andrew Birnie reviews Videoaviation 186932: 1/32 AN/AL 40 Chaff & Flares Dispenser.
Updated 11 September 2018
- DN Models has announced a mask set for the Trumpeter Su-25M1/Su-25UBM1.
- Reedoak has announced a second Intruder pilot.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Delta Publishing:
- IJN Interceptor Fighter Kawanishi "Shiden-Kai" (Gorge) [sic]
- Imperial Japanese Navy Aircraft of the Pacific War
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 1
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 2
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 3
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 4
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 5
- Luftwaffe Warbirds Photo Album, Vol. 6
- USAAF Aircraft of W.W.II
- Andrew Birnie presents two new reviews:
- Tolga Ulgur presents his Eduard 1/32 P-40N Warhawk “Lulu Belle”.
Updated 7 September 2018
- It's with great sadness that we report the death of stalwart hobby retailer, David Hannant, who died recently after a short illness.
- Trumpeter has announced that the Hobby Boss 1/32 B-24J Liberator kit will be available in October [Facebook link].
- AIMS has announced a new decal sheet for late-war Bf 109s.
- Reedoak has announced a WW2 Air Transport Command pilot.
- Flying Leatherneck Decals has announced FL32006 AV-8B II Plus 'Hell Raising Harriers'.
- Wingnut Wings has released a new range of t-shirts.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from The Boulton Paul Defiant: A Technical Guide.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Dai-Nippon Kaiga:
- Shoki: A Pictorial History of the 70th Sentai, Tokyo's Defenders - thanks Robert Surcouf!
- Shoki: The Brief History of Akeno Flying School, The Supreme Flight Training School for I.J.A. Fighter Pilots - thanks Robert Surcouf!
- Andrew Birnie presents two new reviews:
- Tolga Ulgur presents his Eduard / Alley Cat 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109D-1.
Updated 31 August 2018
- Aerocraft has released New Brass Undercarriage parts for Eurofighter Typhoon, Polikarpov I-16 and I-153.
- Reedoak has announced a Vietnam/post-Vietnam era US Navy A-6 pilot with helmet under arm.
- AIMS has announced two new photo-etched sets for the Revell Bf 109G-10 Erla.
- Flying Leatherneck Decals has announced FL32004 Death Dealing Deltas - F/A-18D at War.
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 P-59 Airacomet is now available.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Dai-Nippon Kaiga:
- Shoki: A Pictorial History of the 70th Sentai, Tokyo's Defenders
- Shoki: The Brief History of Akeno Flying School, The Supreme Flight Training School for I.J.A. Fighter Pilots
- Brian Leitch reviews some REXx Galvanically Grown Metal Exhausts.
Updated 24 August 2018
- Fantasy Printshop has released Euro Decals ED32-117 Tornado GR.4/4A.
- Reedoak has released a USN & USMC jet pilot helmet.
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/35 exhaust-heat shield for the Mi-8/Mi-17 is now available.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Dai-Nippon Kaiga:
- Shoki: A Pictorial History of the 70th Sentai, Tokyo's Defenders
- Shoki: The Brief History of Akeno Flying School, The Supreme Flight Training School for I.J.A. Fighter Pilots
- Andrew Birnie reviews a pair of new products from Videoaviation:
- Kylie Newton reviews the Lemkits 1/35 Mil Mi-24P Conversion.
- Michael Rohde returns with his Williams Bros 1/32 Curtiss F9C-2 Sparrowhawk.
- K. J. Bricknell presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Albatros B.II.
Updated 17 August 2018
- Model Cellar has released a 1/32 scale Francesco Baracca figure.
- Tigger Models has released a selection of new 1/32 vacuform kits.
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/35 exhaust-heat shield for the Mi-8/Mi-17 is now available.
- Speed Hunter Graphics has released its Wrights Flyers Phantom decal set.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Crowood:
- In the Skies of Europe: Air Forces Allied to the Luftwaffe 1939-1945 - thanks Robert Surcouf!
- Kevin Futter reviews the HK Models 01E021: 1/32 Dornier Do 335B-6.
- Rick Reinbott presents his Swallow 1/32 Ki-84 Hayate".
- Luc Janssen returns with his Kitty Hawk 1/32 North American T-6 Texan.
- Marc Barris wraps things up with his Scratch-built 1/32 Pilatus PC-6.
Updated 11 August 2018
- AOA Decals has announced A-6A Intruders VMA(AW)-533 Hawks in the 1970s.
- Eagle Aviation has released a 1:1 scale Tornado Control Stick.
- AIMS has just released a 1/32 Ju 88P-1 conversion for the Revell A-4 kit.
- Archer Fine Transfers has announced that it has started producing dedicated aircraft sets once again.
- Special Hobby has just announced new Fieseler Fi 103 & Fi 103R / V-1 Reichenberg kits in 1/32 scale.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Crowood: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Ray Peterson reviews the DayGlo Models Fiat G.91.
- Kevin Futter reviews two new sets from Barracuda Studios:
- Brian Leitch reviews the Tamiya 60325: Vought F4U-1A Corsair.
Updated 5 August 2018
- Our latest Group Build, Ships of the Desert, is now underway!
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe & Miniature No. 12, The Supermarine Spitfire Part 1.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Crescent Books:
- Fighters of World War II - thanks Robert Surcouf!
- Mike Maben presents his Trumpeter 1/32 F8F-2 "Smirnoff 80".
Updated 28 July 2018
- I'm pleased to announce our newest Sponsor, DN Models!
- Our next Group Build, starting on 1 August, will be entitled Ships of the Desert, and will feature a desert operations theme.
- Speed Hunter Graphics has announced a set of Early Phantom stencils.
- Valiant Wings Published has announced Airframe Detail No 5, The Boulton-Paul Defiant - A Detailed Guide To The RAF’s Turret Fighter.
- MiniArt has released a new version of its Fl 282 kit, Fl 282 V-23 Hummingbird (Kolibri).
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Crescent Books: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Mike Swinburne reviews the Fisher Model & Pattern 1/32 AD-5 Navy "Fat Face" Skyraider Conversion Kit.
- Warren Zoell returns with his Academy 1/35 Sikorsky AH-60L DAP.
- Andrea Calebich presents his Hasegawa 1/32 P-47D-30RE Thunderbolt.
Updated 21 July 2018
- Maketar Paint Masks has announced that F4U-1D Corsair Masks are now available.
- Flying Leathernecks has announced a new line of 1/32 vinyl paint masks.
- Fündekals has posted an update regarding its upcoming F4U Corsairs decal set.
- Wingnut Wings has announced that its next 3 releases are now available for pre-order.
- Master Details has released a U.S.A.A.F. Flight Engineer - Top Turret Gunner.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Archive Press:
- The Last Polikarpov Fighters: I-180, I-185 - thanks Robert Surcouf!
- Yak-9: Sentinal of the Skies - thanks Robert Surcouf!
- Chris Nicoll reviews the Model Monkey P-51D 3D Printed Exhausts with Shrouds.
- Suresh Nathan returns with his I.D. Models 1/32 Boulton Paul Defiant.
Updated 15 July 2018
- Don't forget that when logging in to the forums, you now need to use your forum Display Name, not your old login name. Your password will not have changed.
- AOA Decals has announced a new decal set: VA-75 Sunday Punchers A-6 Intruders.
- Videoaviation has released new 1/32 MJ1 drivers.
- Reedoak has released a US Navy helicopter pilot with SPH-3C helmet and SV-2B survival vest.
- AMS Resin has released an early F-5 seat.
- Kitty Hawk has announced that they are working on a 1/32 scale Fw 190A-5 [Facebook link].
- The Wingnut Wings website is showing that kit 32017 Roland D.VIb is now sold out.
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Revell 1/32 Chance-Vought F4U-1 Corsair.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Archive Press:
- Kevin Futter reviews Fallen Stars 1: Crashed, Damaged & Captured Aircraft of the USAAF, from Canfora Publishing.
- Les Shand debuts with his Merit 1/18 Dauntless.
Updated 9 July 2018
- We've just completed a major upgrade of our forum software, and are now running the very latest version. While the look and feel has changed, this new version offers improved features and functionality, and a better experience on mobile devices. If you haven't looked in a while, check it out! Just be aware that you now need to login using your forum Display Name, not your old login name. Your password has not changed.
- Lemkits has announced that it is working on a 1/32 P-59 Airacomet kit.
- Lemkits has also released a 1/35 shielding-exhaust device for Soviet helicopters.
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Hobbycraft 1/32 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17F.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Archive Press:
- Alan Alaine reviews the Tvorenicko Modeling Stand.
Updated 23 June 2018
- HobbyLink Japan is having a Summer Festival Sale.
- Wingnut Wings has announced that its Albatros D.V “Manfred von Richthofen” is now available to pre-order.
- Wingnut Wings has also announced that it will be releasing a Halberstadt Cl.II later in 2018.
- Master Details has released a USAAF Taxi Guide figure.
- MikroMir has announced a 1/32 Yokosuka Mxy-7 Model 11 / Mxy-7 K-1 OHKA [Facebook link].
- Dave Williams reviews Italeri 2514: 1/32 F-104 Starfighter G/S (RF Upgraded Version).
- Gary Sausmikat presents his Kitty Hawk 1/32 OS2U Kingfisher.
Updated 18 June 2018
- Fly is showing two new boxings of its Ar 234 kit on its website.
- Werner's Wings has released WW Decals 35-09: IRENE!-TF 160 in Somalia.
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Hasegawa 1/32 Northrop F-5E Tiger II.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Albertelli:
- Ray Peterson reviews the re-release of the Pacific Coast Models 32011A4: 1/32 Focke Wulf 190A-4 from Kitlinx.
- Mike Swinburne has a trio of new WWI-related reviews for us:
Updated 14 June 2018
- Reedoak has announced a modern civilian figure.
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Revell-Germany 1/32 Heinkel He 162A-2 Salamander.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Albertelli:
- Andrew Birnie reviews the Aerocraft Models Cessna O-2A Skymaster Undercarriage Set.
- Andrew Birnie backs up with a review of ICM 32010: 1/32 Polikarpov I-153.
- Mike Swinburne reviews Aviattic ATTRES 037 1/32 Fokker E.V / D.VIII cowling (for Mikromir/Avis kit).
- Mike Swinburne also backs up with a review of Aviattic ATTL 06 1/32 Rittmeister Manfred Freiherr von Richthofen "The Last Patrol".
- Mark Kuzia debuts with his Hasegawa 1/32 Ki-84.
- Heinz Johannsen presents his Airfix 1/24 P-51D Mustang.
Updated 10 June 2018
- Videoaviation has released 1/32 U.S. Navy Deck Crew Aircraft maintenance figures w/AERO 12C cart.
- Reedoak has also released a US Navy standing deck crew figure.
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Trumpeter 1/32 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-19PM (Farmer E) / Shenyang F-6B.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Albertelli:
- Kevin Futter reviews the Airframe Album 13: The Heinkel He 162, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Warren Zoell returns with his Revell 1/28 Fokker DR.1.
Updated 2 June 2018
- Our latest Group Build, In the Pale Moonlight, has just launched! It's open to any aircraft from any era that was primarily engaged in night operations, and runs from 1 June 2018 to 30 November 2018.
- Eagle Aviation has released its latest book title, about the 70th anniversary of the 337 Squadron - Hellenic Air Force.
- Reedoak has released a new Russian jet pilot in MSK-5 orange flight suit.
- Noy's Miniatures has released a new diorama print offering: HMS Glory Deck Korean War.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Airfoil Publications:
- Airfoil #2 - thanks Padraic Conway!
- Mitko Nikitov reviews the Sparmax SP-540 Airbrush.
- Tiberio Riva has sent in a massive 93-image Walkaround of the Fiat G.91 - handy for those of you in possession of the new Dayglo Models resin kit.
- Russell Bucy returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 AVG P-81 (P-40C).
- Angelo Moneta debuts with his Italeri 1/32 Italian Air Force F-104 Diorama.
Updated 26 May 2018
- Our current Colour My World Blue Group Build has but a few days to run now, so get cracking on your entries if you haven't finished! The theme for its replacement Group Build will be In the Pale Moonlight, for aircraft that were primarily engaged in night operations. Search your stashes and prepare!
- Aerocraft Models has announced new sets for May, including Cessna O-2 landing gear 1/32, and a replacement P-51 Canopy set 1/32.
- Fusion Models has announced a MiG-3 Spinner and Prop.
- Videoaviation has released a set of 8 U.S.Navy BLU111/Mk82 bombs BSU-33 Tail with light ablative fire-retarding coating.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Airfoil Publications:
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the HK Models 1/32 North American B-25H Mitchell.
- Tim Biggers reviews the Model Monkey P-51D 3D-Printed Exhausts.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Airfix 1/24 Hurricane Mk Ia.
- Andrea Calebich presents his Italeri 1/32 Canadair CL-13 Sabre.
- Steve Evans wraps things up with his Kitty Hawk 1/32 F-86K “Sabre Dog”.
Updated 17 May 2018
- Lemkits has announced that its 1/32 MiG-9 is now available.
- Reedoak has released a 1/32 USAAF pilot figure.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air War Publications:
- Focke-Wulf Fw 190 in the Battle for Sicily - thanks Robert Surcouf!
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Album 2: The Hawker Sea Fury (Second Edition), from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Kevin Williams reviews the Building the Wingnut Wings Junkers D.I, from Albatros Productions.
- Mike Swinburne reviews Pheon Decals 32003: 1/32 SE.5a Nightfighter Decals.
- Warren Zoell returns with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Airco DH.9A Ninak.
Updated 11 May 2018
- HK Models has posted photos of its upcoming Lancaster kit from the Shizuoka Hobby Show [Facebook link].
- HpH Models has posted images of its upcoming DC-3/C-47 kit.
- Wingnut Wings has announced a Halberstadt Cl.II for release in 2018.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe & Miniature No 12-The Supermarine Spitfire Pt 1 (Merlin-powered).
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air War Publications: If you have this book and are willing to scan its cover, please send it in!
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Extra 9: North Africa Campaign, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Kevin Williams reviews the Kitty Hawk Model KH32018: F-5E Tiger II.
- Chris Nicoll reviews Model Monkey P-51D 3D-Printed Exhausts, for the Revell kit.
- Heinz Johannsen returns with his Airfix 1/24 De Havilland Mosquito.
Updated 3 May 2018
- FC Model Trend has announced a CASA 1.131 conversion set for the ICM Bü 131 kit [Facebook link].
- The Wingnut Wings website is now showing the 32001 Junkers J.1 kit as sold out.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Research Publications:
- Intruders over Britain 1940-45 - thanks Mike Doyle!
- Kevin Futter reviews Wingnut Wings 32065: Junkers D.1.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews the Blackbird Models BMA32001 Hawker Hunter F.1/2/4/5 Resin Conversion Set.
- Andrew Birnie reviews the Aerocraft Models OV-10A/C/D Bronco Brass Undercarriage Set.
- Andrew Birnie also winds back the clock to examine Scale Nutz A32004x TUDM F-5E Tiger II 'Malayan Tiger' decals.
- Giorgio Ghignoni returns with his Special Hobby 1/32 Fiat G.50 Freccia RA 151 Gruppo 367 Squadriglia.
- Russell Bucy presents his Verlinden 1/16 B-17F Gunner's Position.
Updated 28 April 2018
- Lemkits has released a 1:32 luftwaffe airfield staff set.
- Wingnut Wings has confirmed that its Junkers D.1 kit is now available for worldwide purchase.
- Wingnut Wings has also sent in more information regarding its new models in development.
- Aviattic has released a pair of new products:
- Aerocraft Models has released a brass undercarriage set for the Kitty Hawk OV-10A/C/D Bronco kit.
- MN-Modelar has posted sprue shots of the upcoming Bf 108 kit from Striped Tiger.
- Draw Decal has released a number new P-51D sheets:
- Canfora Publishing has announced the first book in a new series, Fallen Stars 1.
- Master Details has released a U.S.A.A. F. Bomber Copilot.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe Album No 13-The Heinkel He 162.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Research Publications:
- Intruders over Britain 1940-45
- Messerschmitt Bf 109 into the Battle - thanks Mark Proulx!
- Kevin Futter reviews the Revell-Germany 03928: Heinkel He 219A-0/A-2.
Updated 23 April 2018
- Lemkits has released a 1:32 US Navy Flight Deck Carrier Marshall.
- Wingnut Wings has announced three special re-releases [Facebook links]: These will come with figures sculpted by Mike Good. Source: Wingnut Wings Fans Page.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Research Publications:
- Intruders over Britain 1940-45
- Messerschmitt Bf 109 into the Battle
- Sea Eagles: The Messerschmitt Bf 109T - thanks Andre Dorion!
- Kevin Futter reviews three decal sets from Eagle Editions:
- Kevin Williams reviews Squadron/Signal 7701: Combat Chronicles of the Black Widow.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Revell 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 110G-4.
- Paul Ward has submitted a new article entitled Airfix 1/24 Bf 109E - Pattern Maker Tribute.
- Warren Zoell wraps things up with his Trumpeter 1/32 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-3.
Updated 19 April 2018
- Striped Tiger—a new name to me—has announced a 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 108B/D kit.
- Over on his blog, Spencer Pollard has posted a press release from Revell Gmbh regarding the sale of the company.
- Noy's Miniatures has announced the release of New Diorama Print Offerings in 1/144 & 1/72 & 1/48 & 1/32: PSP Marston Mat.
- Barracuda Studios is having a 10th anniversary sale.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Research Publications:
- Intruders over Britain 1940-45
- Messerschmitt Bf 109 into the Battle
- Sea Eagles: The Messerschmitt Bf 109T
- Kevin Futter reviews L'Aéronautique Militaire 1914-1918: Traditions & Héraldique by Philippe Jourdan.
- Andrea Calebich returns with his Dragon 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 110C-3.
Updated 14 April 2018
- I'm pleased to announce that our new eBook from KLP Publishing, Building Race #80 Spitfire Mk XIVe in 1/18 Scale, is now available.
- Aerocraft Models has confirmed the release of its Fillet Tail and Metal Elevators for 1/32 Revell P-51 Mustang.
- Reedoak has released a French air force officer in flight suit.
- Model Monkey has made available hollow, 3D-printed Merlin engine exhausts.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Research Publications:
- Intruders over Britain 1940-45
- Messerschmitt Bf 109 into the Battle
- Sea Eagles: The Messerschmitt Bf 109T
- Kevin Futter reviews Eagle Editions Wings of the Black Cross Special Number Two: Junkers Ju 87 Stuka.
- Kevin Williams reviews Hobbycraft HC1696: F-105D Thunderchief.
- Boyd Waechter returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1D Corsair.
Updated 8 April 2018
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent us news that its next title will be Airframe Album No 13 - The Heinkel He 162 - A Detailed Guide To The Luftwaffe’s Volksjäger.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has also sent us some sample pages from Airframe Extra No 9-North Africa Campaign.
- Reedoak has released a WW2 RAF pilot reclining in a deck chair, to commemorate 100 years of the Royal air Force.
- Speed Hunter Graphics has announced 32nd Super Hornet decals are now available.
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Hobbycraft 1/32 Republic F-105D Thunderchief.
- Mike Swinburne reviews four decal sets from Pheon Decals:
Updated 28 March 2018
- Zactomodels has released a bunch of goodies for the new Trumpeter MiG-29A and UB kits.
- Fündekals has announced a new decal sheet of 1/32 F4Us.
- A.M.U.R. Reaver has announced 1/32 P-51 resin flaps replacement for new Revell kit.
- Roden has announced a new boxing of its Cessna L-19/O-1 Bird Dog kit [Facebook link].
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Hasegawa 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Data Publications:
- Lysander III and IIIA Aeroplanes: Mercury XX Engine
- Mosquito FB.VI, FB.XVIII & FB.26: Two Merlin 21, 23 or 25 Engines
- Mosquito PR.34 & B.35
- The Whirlwind I Aeroplane: Two Peregrine I Engines
- Typhoon Marks IA and IB: Sabre II or IIA Engine
- Andre Dorion returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 SBD-2 Midway Madness.
- Warren Zoell presents his Trumpeter 1/32 English Electric F.3 Lightning.
Updated 21 March 2018
- Videoaviation has released a 1/32 SUU-20 Practice Dispenser set.
- DN Models has released Splinter Camouflage Paint Masks for F-104 Starfighter Aerospace Aggressor 1/32.
- S&M Models has announced a 1/35 Westland Scout for release in 2018.
- The Wingnut Wings website is showing that Fokker E.II/III (early) is sold out.
- Avalon Production has released a decal set for Finnish BAe Hawks in 1/32 scale [Facebook link].
- The next kit in our Kit Database that we'd like to highlight is the Hobbycraft 1/32 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17F.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Data Publications:
- Lysander III and IIIA Aeroplanes: Mercury XX Engine
- Mosquito FB.VI, FB.XVIII & FB.26: Two Merlin 21, 23 or 25 Engines
- Mosquito PR.34 & B.35
- The Whirlwind I Aeroplane: Two Peregrine I Engines
- Typhoon Marks IA and IB: Sabre II or IIA Engine
- Kevin Williams reviews MMP/Stratus No. 6136: Lockheed F-104 Starfighter.
- Iain Ogilvie has three new reviews for us:
- Rodney Williams has sent in a new Vought F2G Corsair Walkaround.
- Luc Janssen presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Lockheed P-38J Lightning.
Updated 15 March 2018
- Master194.com is showing details of the upcoming Silver Wings 1/32 Yak-9M/T kit.
- Hasegawa has announced that its next 1/32 release will be a reboxing of the ICM I-16 kit [Google Translate link].
- Fusion Models has released a set of Soviet hex tarmac sections.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Data Publications:
- Lysander III and IIIA Aeroplanes: Mercury XX Engine
- Mosquito FB.VI, FB.XVIII & FB.26: Two Merlin 21, 23 or 25 Engines
- Mosquito PR.34 & B.35
- The Whirlwind I Aeroplane: Two Peregrine I Engines
- Typhoon Marks IA and IB: Sabre II or IIA Engine
- Kevin Williams reviews MMP/Stratus No. 6136: Lockheed F-104 Starfighter.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Fly 1/32 Hawker Hurricane Mk I.
- Jindrich Kulhavy presents his Airfix 1/24 Focke-Wulf Fw 190F-8.
Updated 9 March 2018
- Silver Wings has posted an update on its upcoming Reggiane Re.2000 Heja / J20 kit.
- HpH Models is preparing a 1/32 MiG-23BN conversion set.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in an update about Airframe Album No 2 Revised-The Hawker Sea Fury.
- Master Details has just released The Quick Attachable, Chest AN-6513-1A Parachute System set.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Data Publications:
- Lysander III and IIIA Aeroplanes: Mercury XX Engine
- Mosquito FB.VI, FB.XVIII & FB.26: Two Merlin 21, 23 or 25 Engines
- Mosquito PR.34 & B.35
- The Whirlwind I Aeroplane: Two Peregrine I Engines
- Typhoon Marks IA and IB: Sabre II or IIA Engine
- Kevin Williams reviews HMH Publications Aircraft in detail #003: Dassault Mirage 2000.
- Mike O'Leary reviews Hasegawa 08245: Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero Type 52 "Super Ace".
Updated 6 March 2018
- Fisher Model & Pattern has released brass landing Gear for its Skyray and Panther/Cougar kits.
- Mrozowski Model Design has released a revised version of its 1/32 Norden Bombsight.
- Gaspatch has released a set of 1/32 Palmer 700x75 Spoked Wheels.
- Special Hobby has released a set of 1/32 RP-3 60Lb SAP "British WWII Rockets".
- Philippe Jourdan has sent in some information about his book, L'Aéronautique Militaire 1914-1918.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from Air Data Publications:
- Lysander III and IIIA Aeroplanes: Mercury XX Engine
- Mosquito FB.VI, FB.XVIII & FB.26: Two Merlin 21, 23 or 25 Engines
- Mosquito PR.34 & B.35
- The Whirlwind I Aeroplane: Two Peregrine I Engines
- Typhoon Marks IA and IB: Sabre II or IIA Engine
- Iain Ogilvie reviews the ICM 32030: Bücker Bü 131D.
Updated 2 March 2018
- Videoaviation has released an Orpheus Recce Pod & AN/AL40.
- Special Hobby has posted an update on its upcoming 1/32 Westland Whirlwind kit [Facebook link].
- MiniArt has posted an update on its upcoming 1/35 41003 Fl 282 V-21 kit [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews a pair of books from Albatros Productions:
- Mike Swinburne reviews How To Build Kitty Hawk’s OS2U Kingfisher Model from Glenn Hoover.
- Brian Leitch reviews AOA Decals 32-025: FAC & BS Bomber Oscar Deuces - USAF/VNAF O-2A/O-2B Skymasters in the Vietnam War.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature 11: The Messerschmitt Bf 109 Late Series (F to K including the Z series), from Valiant Wings Publishing.
Updated 27 February 2018
- G-Factor Models has released a limited run of HpH Tigercat Brass Nose Gear.
- The Wingnut Wings website is now showing that the SE.5a 'Hisso' kit has sold out.
- ICM has just released its second 1/32 kit, the 32030 Bücker Bü 131D [Facebook link]
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from AF Editions:
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (I)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (II)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (III)
- Andrés Acuña debuts with his Scratchbuilt 1/8 North American T-6F.
- Warren Zoell presents his Revell/Paragon 1/32 de Havilland PR Mk XVI Mosquito.
Updated 22 February 2018
- AIMS has released a Bf 110 F 'basic' conversion set.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe Extra No 9 - The North African Campaign.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from AF Editions:
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (I)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (II)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (III)
- Mike Swinburne reviews ODG Studios "W.12 Down" Diorama Base for Wingnut Wings.
- Dave Coulthard returns with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Roland C.II.
- Tolga Ulgur presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Bf 109G-6 "Black 10".
Updated 15 February 2018
- Silver Wings has announced that a new version of its 1/32 Re.2000 kit will be available in early March 2018.
- Kevin Martin has released new resin flaps for new Revell P-51D.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from AF Editions:
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (I)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (II)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (III)
- Mike Swinburne reviews Aviattic 1/32 Scale Lozenge Decals for Albatros D.V / D.Va.
- Andrew Birnie reviews the Roden 620: Cessna O-2A Skymaster.
- Kevin Williams reviews the Albatros Productions Nieuport 24/27 at War!
- Dave Coulthard returns with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 DH.9.
Updated 13 February 2018
- Videoaviation has just released a 1/32 MD3 Aircraft generator.
- AOA Decals has announced that its O-2 Skymaster (USAF/VNAF) sheet is now available.
- Wings Cockpit Figures has announced that, after a forced hiatus, they are now back in business [Facebook link].
- The Wingnut Wings website is showing that the Albatros D.V/D.Va "Green Tail Triloy" set has sold out.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from AF Editions:
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (I)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (II)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (III)
- Mike Swinburne reviews a pair of releases from Pheon Decals:
- Ray Peterson reviews the LEM/Ruporator 32016: 1/32 Focke-Wulf Flitzer.
- Dave Coulthard debuts with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 DH.2.
Updated 11 February 2018
- Lucky Model has just launched a new shipping promotion: $2 Flat Surfacemail + 10% off on Order US$80+.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that Airframe Album No 2 - The Hawker Sea Fury - has been revised.
- Kevin Martin has released a new resin tail with fillet for the Revell P-51D.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from AF Editions:
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (I)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (II)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (III)
- Kevin Futter reviews some new sets from Barracuda Studios:
- James Fahey reviews a trio of older releases from Pheon Decals:
Updated 10 February 2018
- Sprue Brothers has just kicked off its 2018 Winter Clearance Sale.
- Wingnut Wings has announced that its upcoming Junkers D.1 kit is now available to pre-order.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that Airframe Album No 2 - The Hawker Sea Fury - has been revised.
- HobbyBoss has released its 1/18 AV-8B Harrier II.
- We are once again seeking book cover images for our Reference database, this time from AF Editions:
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (I)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (II)
- Japanese Imperial Navy Carrier-Based Aircraft, 1922-1945 (III)
- Kevin Futter reviews the AIMS 1/32 Bf 110 G-4 Conversion.
- James Fahey reviews a pair of older releases from Pheon Decals:
- Chris Nicoll reviews some Bases by Bill Aircraft Bases.
- Warren Zoell presents his Airfix 1/24 DeHavilland Mosquito Mk VI Fighter Bomber.