Fly Past Rush

In-progress photo of an AMP 1/72 Canberra TT.18 model after removing masking tape, thereby revealing for the first time if the paint job was a success or not.

In-progress photo of an AMP 1/72 Canberra TT.18 model after removing masking tape, thereby revealing for the first time if the paint job was a success or not.

Just removed a ton of masking tape from the AMP 1/72 Canberra TT.18. Quite happy with the roundel colours. A couple of corrections are needed here and there, but they're probably best done as part of the weathering process. Next stages though: gloss coat and decals! #histscalemodels #scalemodels

First completed kit for 2026. Really enjoyed this one too. Apologies for the lighting. #scalemodels #histscalemodels #Airfix

Decals down. Crowd of onlookers is growing. #HistScaleModels

Eduard 1/48 scale Sopwith Camel, front view

Eduard 1/48 scale Sopwith Camel, rear view

Struts attached, the Camel's finally looking like a plane. Now on to rigging her up.
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Partly built 1/48 Tamiya Swordfish scalemodel

Life's getting in the way, but the fish part of the Sword-fish is slowly getting there.

The decals were not inclined to co-operate (we do not bend), but after fading them a bit they blend in alright

Seaking is going to take some time. Will be treating each batch of steps as seperate kits.

Anyways here are construction steps 1-21 of 186

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An impressive aviation artwork captures a vintage seaplane in flight, soaring over a serene coastal landscape with detailed rendering and realistic lighting. The composition places the seaplane prominently in the upper half of the frame, angled slightly towards the viewer, drawing immediate attention. The aircraft is positioned to dominate the scene, with its wings extending across the canvas. The framing emphasizes the aircraft's dynamism and the vastness of its environment. Below, a textured coastline unfolds, featuring a sandy beach, a winding road, scattered vegetation, and a few buildings, suggesting human presence. The ocean occupies the right and background, with gentle waves lapping the shore and distant hills forming a soft horizon. The overall scene is one of peaceful observation, focusing on the mechanical marvel against a natural backdrop. The primary subject is a single-engine seaplane, depicted with meticulous detail. It is predominantly silver with yellow wingtips and accents of red and white on its armament (likely a bomb). The aircraft features a radial engine at the front, a clear canopy revealing a cockpit, and large floats beneath the fuselage for water operations. The markings "2X1" are visible on its tail, indicating a specific identification. The aircraft appears to be of mid-20th century design, likely a reconnaissance or light bomber seaplane. There are no human figures depicted, placing the sole focus on the machine and its environment. This artwork is a painting, likely executed with acrylic or oil paints, given the rich textures and blended colors. The style is highly realistic, aiming for a photorealistic representation of the aircraft and its surroundings. Technical execution is evident in the precise rendering of the aircraft's mechanical components, the subtle reflections on its metallic surface, and the detailed depiction of the natural elements.

Spotted in this week's uploads #2

Most people know the Devastator, but I never knew there was an experimental floatplane version.

This is a 1:32nd scale Douglas TBD-1A Devastator floatplane from Trumpeter.

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/35712075...

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F-4 Phantom II kit start

T-38C Kit beginning

T-38C Kit cockpit work

The next two projects are lined up for the production team here. Getting the pits together as well as some sub-assemblies. Not much happening this weekend- T-38C Talon and F-4E to F Phantom II #ModelAircraft #HistScaleModels

B-25H & B-25D Mitchell meet in The Hangar

A pair of green Mitchells

Drop something green, #scalemodels #scalemodel #histscalemodels

A grey plastic model of a Spitfire is held between two blue clamps, while the glue dries.

Here's an Airfix Spitfire PR.XIX being stuck together. It's the 1/72 scale version. It will be finished as a Royal Thai Air Force example.
A Thai fighter. 🤣
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Mission Accomplished

Iraq in essentially a place of unconditional surrender whether they said it themselves or not:

Spitfire flies through a clear blue sky at Old Warden during a Shuttleworth event.

#potd from the MartinPhotos collection: Spitfire flies past at Old Warden martinwilkinson.redbubble.com martinphotos.picfair.com
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T28 Fennec in french markings flies through a grey sky at a Duxford air display.

#potd from the MartinPhotos collection: T28 Fennec flies past at a Duxford air display martinwilkinson.redbubble.com martinphotos.picfair.com
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Model of a Canberra TT.18, in the process of painting.

Spraying on the RAF roundels, using self made masks. After they are done: H330 Dark Green. #histscalemodels

Starting to get some contrast on it now #Revell #Tornado #histscalemodels

Did I mention that I find filling, contouring, and sanding is meditative? First round, amost there…
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Yeah… my wife really didn’t get on board with me building a 1/48th scale aircraft carrier in the basement for some reason…I think she wants a spare bedroom there instead… maybe I could do a bed that LOOKS like an Aircraft Carrier! 😜

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#F4F-3

And the masks come off!🙂
I'm going to let it dry further then a very light 3600 sanding.
Then, probably, a clear gloss coat to even it out before markings...

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#F4F-3

Mid sausage making...
I'm trying out these Tamiya lacquer paints...
Super smooth so far🙂
Always wear a Mask-Respirator!
I was masked, painting away, music blasting & wondered why there was a fog...
I forgot to turn the fan on🙄

Thanks Rich, admittedly they are a favourite here as well 😎

Thanks John, yeah, it’s not all smoke and mirrors… 🤔 although I guess I could try smoke and mirrors as well…? 😄

🤔 …Now, there’s an idea for a future project 💡

It would be rude not to go although I can see it being an expensive trip #histscalemodels #scalemodels

Bonus, Appropriatly displayed as well… That’s worth at least one extra point ☝🏻

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Eggactly.
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The Hangar display was designed as a temporary setup. It only exists for the camera sets. It all “Flat Packs” for storage and gets built back up on temporary folding tables whenever I finish a few kits and have time for a few photo session. 👍🏻

All the models at the model show I went to a few weeks ago at the Museum of Flight. #scalemodels #histscalemodels and they were surrounded by 1:1 examples

North American Harvard in Portuguese markings flies through a clear blue sky to land at Duxford.

#potd from the MartinPhotos collection: North American Harvard landing at Duxford martinwilkinson.redbubble.com martinphotos.picfair.com
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Dave, So you’re saying that you have scrambled an Aggressor aircraft 😂