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!
- LSP Silver Jubilee - this runs from 1 March 2024 until 25 December 2024.
- Imagination Land - this runs from 1 March 2024 until 31 August 2024.
- Operation Overlord - this runs from 1 December 2023 until 6 June 2024.
Updated 5 May 2024
- We've recently learned of the sad news that famed Airfix box art artist Roy Cross has passed away, just one day after his 100th birthday. Blue skies, Roy. Thanks for the great art and wonderful memories.
- The official IPMS 2024 Nationals LSP t-shirts group order is LIVE!
- Aircraft in Pixels has announced 1/32 DB.601 Cylinder Banks w/ Ignition Harnesses For Italeri C.202.
- Aircraft in Pixels has also announced that shipping of the pre-ordered MC.202 landing gear sets has started.
- Buchon Scale Models has two new releases:
- Ventura Decals has announced a new 1/32 Mustang sheet V3294 [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced that production of the PWS 26 kit has begun [Facebook link].
- Copper State Models has announced that The 'Werner Voss Posing with a Motorcycle' figure is officially available oin both 1/35 and 1/32 scales [Facebook link].
- Masaki Tsuda returns with his Roden 1/32 SPAD XIII.
- Dave Pogson also returns with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 LVG C VI.
- Rick Kranias presents his Tailboom Productions 1:1 Revi C12/D Gunsight.
Updated 28 April 2024
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32052 F-15C Canopy frame (for Tamiya kit).
- Aircraft in Pixels has announced 1/32 Macchi C.202 Landing Gear Legs (Pre Order).
- Reedoak has released A-10 & F-15 pilots by Reedoak, 1980s-2000s era.
- Reid Air Publications has released 32018 Desert Phantoms.
- Zoukei-Mura has announced a 1/32 Shinden Sortie Preparation Set [Facebook link].
- Zoukei-Mura has also announced SWS 23 1/32 Douglas AD-6 (A-1H) Skyraider.
- LukGraph has published an update on it upcoming PWS 26 kit [Facebook link].
- Copper State Models has announced that its Wanderer is set to receive its new rider, none other than the legendary aviator Werner Voss [Facebook link].
- Aviattic has released 1/32 Sopwith Camel tailored decal schemes [Facebook link].
- Art Scale has announced 1/32 Spitfire Mk I early part 1 - RAF Aces 1940 [Facebook link].
- Suresh Nathan presents his Revell 1/32 Arado Ar 196B.
Updated 21 April 2024
- KLP Publishing has just released v1.5 of Building the Wingnut Wings AEG G.IV Late in 1/32 Scale by Karim Bibi.
- AIMS has released new Bf 110 G-4 and Ju 88 G-6 decals.
- Reid Air Publications has announced 32018 Desert Phantoms [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews four new books:
- Thunder Over the Reich: Flying the Luftwaffe's He 162 Jet Fighter, from Crécy Publishing/Hikoki
- Scooter! The Douglas A-4 Skyhawk Story, from Crécy Publishing
- The Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker, from Crécy Publishing
- The F-100 Units of USAFE, from Fonthill Media
- Thomas Lund returns with his IBG 1/32 PZL P.11c.
- Mike Norris presents his HpH 1/32 Macchi M.5.
Updated 14 April 2024
- KLP Publishing has just released Chevron and Cross: Camouflage Paints and Camouflage Schemes of the Royal Hungarian Air Force by Károly Magó.
- AOA Decals has announced more 1/35 MH-60R Seahawk decals.
- Aircraft in Pixels has two new releases:
- Copper State Models has announced 32011 Caudron G.III U.S. and French service markings to be released in May 2024, pre-order will be closed on May 1st [Facebook link].
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced a 1/32 F-15C canopy frame [Facebook link].
- Grandmodels has announced 1/32 HAF F-16C Block 72 Viper panel dashboard and cover [Facebook link].
- Werner's Wings has released SH-60F Mission Equipment for the Kitty Hawk/Zimi 1/35 scale SH-60F [Facebook link].
- Art Scale has released WWI German wheels [Facebook link].
- Laminar Flow Design has announced Revision 2 of LFD 32-001/2 Spitfire F/FR XIV Conversion - Tamiya [Facebook link].
- Tony Patrickson has sent in a new Buccaneer S.2B Walkaround.
- Congratulations to Kent Karlsen for finishing his Revell 1/32 Silver Spitfire 'The Longest Flight' in the LSP Silver Jubilee Group Build.
- Congratulations to Richard Broadley for finishing his Trumpeter 1/32 P-47 Thunderbolt ‘Bubble-top’ in the Operation Overlord Group Build.
- Kevin Williams reviews North American X-15, from Crécy Publications.
- Guy Wilson presents his Airfix 1/24 Spitfire IX.
Updated 7 April 2024
- Anyz has just released a Jar holder for Microscale® solutions.
- ResKit has released RSF32-0024 Yellow Jersey Plane Director & Officers Set.
- ResKit has also launched a 25% off Spring Sale.
- Proper Plane has released SW-007 1/32 Continental 810x125 spoked wheels [Facebook link].
- HGW Models has released 135511 AH-64 Apache - Seatbelts 1/35.
- Tony Patrickson has sent in a new Canberra PR.9 Walkaround.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe and Miniature No. 23: The Junkers Ju 88, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Kevin Futter also reviews Laminar Flow Design LFD32-003: Spitfire Mk XII Conversion.
- Piero De Santis returns with his Revell 1/32 F2000A Eurofighter.
- Jan Mazuch also debuts with his Hasegawa 1/32 N1K2-J Shinden-kai.
- Emmanuel Bret presents his Trumpeter 1/32 AD-4 Skyraider.
Updated 1 April 2024
- KLP Publishing has just launched a 20% Off 7th Anniversary Sale.
- Reedoak has released early Tomcat aircrew.
- LSP member Craig Harris has just launched a new Custom Model and Diorama Building Service.
- Kotare has released 32P001 Kotare 1/32 Spitfire Exhausts, Mk.Ia (Mid/Late), Mk.Ib, Mk.IIa/b, Mk.Va/b (Early) - Triple ejector nozzle outlet.
- AirMastr has announced a 3D-printed Benes Mraz Be-60 Bestiola.
- Metallic Details has several new releases:
- HGW Models has released 132662 A20 J/K Havoc (Boston IV) - Seatbelts 1/32.
- Mulberry Scale Kits has announced a family of Ju 388 conversions [Facebook link].
- Laminar Flow Design has announced LFD 24-001 1/24 Spitfire XIV conversion [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced Phönix D.I and D.II - coming soon [Facebook link].
- AOA Decals has announced that the 1/35 MH-60T Jayhawk Coast Guard Kodiak/New Orleans add-on sheet (35-008) are now available to order [Facebook link].
- DBMK Model Kits has published box art for its upcoming Sea Fury kit [Facebook link].
- WANDD Studio has published #R32041 F-4EJ Kai Phantom II and #R32042 RF-4EJ Late Phantom II conversion sets 1/32 (Academy/Revell) [Facebook link].
- AIMS has announced two new 1/32 Ju 88 sets [Facebook link].
- Tony Patrickson has sent in a new Canberra PR.9 Walkaround.
- Miloslav Hraban returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-38L Lightning.
- Marcel Hohl also returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F-4J Phantom, Converted to a F-4B.
- Gary Shively presents his Dragon/Cyber Hobby 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109E-4.
Updated 24 March 2024
- Lemkits has released 1/32 Horten Ho-X "Project-X" - Limited edition resin kit.
- Red Fox Studio has released RFSQS-32142 Messerschmitt Bf 108 Full Interior set.
- AOA Decals has announced low-viz Seahawk family sheet #3 with a bunch of MH-60R decal options [Facebook link].
- DBMK Model Kits has published an update on its 1/32 Spitfire XIVe project [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced that they will start shipping the 1/32 scale Albatros W4 next week [Facebook link].
- Tony Patrickson has sent in a new Phantom FG.1 Walkaround.
- Charles Norton returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1 Corsair.
- Philippe Le Marhollec also returns with his HpH 1/32 Fw 189 Uhu.
- David Enders presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Ki-61, Converted to a Ki-100.
Updated 17 March 2024
- Anyz Models is celebrating its 5th anniversary with a 15% off sale.
- ResKit has released RSU32-0098 F-35A "Lightning II" Access Ladder (1/32) [Facebook link].
- Laminar Flow Design has announced the release of LFD32-003 Spitfire MkXII Conversion - Tamiya.
- Aircraft in Pixels has three new releases:
- Hawaiian Air Depot has released 1/32 Spitfire Mk. II Essential Masks for the Revell kit.
- Buchon Scale Models has released BUC32-018 1/32 Scale Spitfire Mk XVI decals.
- 3D-CHUTE EXPERT has released 1/32 F-15 series landing gear for Tamiya kits.
- LukGraph has published an update on its new Albatros W4 kit [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has announced a 1/32 F-84F Thunderstreak [Facebook link].
- Fischkopp Model Company has announced gun bays for the 1/32 Kōtare Mk I Spitfire [Facebook link].
- Copper State Models has announced that both 32010 Caudron G.III Anzani and 32011 Caudron G.III Late (with US markings) are now available to pre-order [Facebook link].
- Tony Patrickson has sent in a new Puma HC.1 Walkaround.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews Fantasy Printshop Euro Decals ED-35001 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vb.
- Kevin Williams reviews two new books:
- Solomons Air War: Volume 2, from Avonmore Books
- Aircraft in Detail 030: Fairchild Republic A-10 A/C Thunderbolt II, from HMH Publications
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Great Wall Hobby 1/32 Curtiss Hawk 81/P-40B.
- Dave Pogson presents his Meng 1/32 Fokker Dr.I.
Updated 10 March 2024
- ResKit has some new releases [Facebook links]:
- Laminar Flow Design has published 2 paint schemes for the LFD32-003 Spitfire MkXII conversion [Facebook link].
- HGW Models has released 132851 Dornier Do 335B-2 seat belt and canopy mask set [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio has announced 3D resin print KG-12B control stick for F/G versions in 1/24, 1/32 and 1/35 scale [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has announced a new instrument panel for the 1/35 scale Junkers 87G [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has published an update on its upcoming PWS-26 kit [Facebook link].
- Kotare has announced one year anniversary celebration specials [Facebook link].
- Mulberry Scale Kits has released a set of four pieces to convert any model of the Hispano Aviacion Ha 1112 M1-L Buchon into its two-seat training version [Facebook link].
- Tony Patrickson has sent in a new Westland Wessex HC.2 Walkaround.
- Kevin Williams reviews two new books:
- Aircraft in Detail 031: Saab 35 Draken, from HMH Publications
- Heinkel He 162, from Crécy/Classic Publications
- Valter Vaudagna debuts with his Revell 1/28 Fokker Dr.I.
- Jindřich Kulhavý returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 MiG-19S.
- Masaki Tsuda also returns with his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Hurricane Mk I Early.
- Miloslav Hraban presents his Trumpeter 1/32 P-51B Mustang.
Updated 3 March 2024
- 2024 is LSP's 25th anniversary, and we've just launched two new Group Builds, one of which is designed to celebrate this fact:
- LSP Silver Jubilee - this runs from 1 March 2024 until 25 December 2024.
- Imagination Land - this runs from 1 March 2024 until 31 August 2024.
- ResKit has some new releases [Facebook links]:
- Eagle Editions has released Wings of the Black Cross #15.
- Reedoak has released a second version of the USAF F-16 pilot sitting.
- Tecnikit has released a Nozzle of General Electric J79-GE-3 for F-104A and F-104B.
- Infinity Models has released HPH32055R Nakajima B5N2 "Kate".
- Aircraft in Pixels has released Multimedia Canopy Sets for 1/32 Macchi C.202.
- Art Scale Kit has released 4 new canopy mask sets for the HpH/Infinity Kate.
- Laminar Flow Design has announced LFD32-003 Spitfire MkXII conversion [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced that its Albatros W.4 in 1:32 scale is ready to pre-order [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to the following forum members for finishing their respective entries in the in the Aces High Group Build entries:
- Gary Shively for his Dragon 1/32 Bf 109E
- Nick Scheltema for his Tamiya 1/32 F-14A
- Nick Scheltema for his Hasegawa 1/32 Fw 190A-5
- Nick Scheltema for his Trumpeter 1/32 A-4H
- Dave Enders for his Hasegawa/Alley Cat 1/32 Ki-100 conversion
- Tony Patrickson has sent in a new FM-1 Wildcat walkaround.
- Kevin Williams reviews Pacific Profiles: Volume 12, from Avonmore Books.
- Bogdan Zajączkowski returns with his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Reggiane Re2005 Sagittario.
- Wayne Kohlmann presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Spitfire Mk Vb, Converted to a Mk Vc.
Updated 26 February 2024
- ResKit has some new releases [Facebook links]:
- Reedoak has released a USAF F-16 pilot.
- Videoaviation has released a USAF F-4 Phantom maintenance crew.
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32050 F-15E CFT rack system (Tamiya) and 32051 F-5 Tiger II Rails (Kitty hawk).
- HGW Models has released 132658 Nakajima B5N2 Kate - Seatbelts 1/32.
- Fischkopp Model Company has released a Guy Gibson and Labrador figure in 1/32 [Facebook link].
- DayGlo Models has announced a new 3D-printed version of its SIAI Marchetti SF 260 kit in 1/32 scale [Facebook link].
- Kevin Futter reviews HK Models 01E040: A-20J/K Havoc / Boston IV.
- Michał Jurczak returns with his Italeri 1/32 MC.202 Folgore.
- Bogdan Zajączkowski also returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Bf 109F.
- Daniel David presents his Eduard 1/32 Bf 109E-3 Converted to a C-3.
Updated 18 February 2024
- KLP Publishing has released v1.2 of Building the Trumpeter P-47D Razorback in 1/32 Scale, by John Kim.
- Floyd Werner has sent in an update on Werner's Wings AH-64D/E decals.
- AOA Decals has announced that 1/35 Decals for MH-60S Search and Rescue & HSC-2 Retro Scheme are now in stock.
- Fischkopp Model Company has released a Dinghy compartment for the the 1/32 Border Lancaster [Facebook link].
- ICM has published an update regarding 53056 "Phu Bai Combat Base 1968" CH-54A set [Facebook link].
- Copper State Models has published new test shot images of the upcoming 1/32 Anzani powered Caudron G.III in British (and other) service, along with some renders of the 3 different versions being released [Facebook links].
- Infinity Models has published information regarding new detail sets for its D3A "Val" kit [Facebook link].
- Dora Wings has published new CAD images of its upcoming 1/32 Dewoitine D.520 kit [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has announced a new instrument panel for the Infinity "Val" kit [Facebook link].
- Bogdan Zajączkowski returns with his ICM 1/32 Fiat Cr.42.
- Piero De Santis presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Harrier GR.7.
Updated 11 February 2024
- KLP Publishing has announced that its next title will be Chevron and Cross: Camouflage Paints and Camouflage Schemes of the Royal Hungarian Air Force, by Károly Magó.
- TTModelworks has announced a 3D-printed 1/32 AD-5 (A-1E) Skyraider kit.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe Album No. 20: The Heinkel He 177 Greif.
- Fischkopp Model Company has announced that its Kotare Spitfire Engine Set can be purchased now [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has a pair of new releases [Facebook links]:
- Congratulations to Max Williams for finishing his PCM 1/32 Hurricane in the Aces High Group Build.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe and Miniature No. 22: The Grumman F4F Wildcat, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Kevin Williams reviews four new books:
- Pacific Profiles: Volume Ten, from Avonmore Books
- Pacific Profiles: Volume Eleven, from Avonmore Books
- FlightCraft #29: Boeing B-29, from Pen & Sword
- Focke-Wulf Fw 190: The Latter Years, from Pen & Sword
- Charles Norton is back with his HK Models 1/32 A-20G Havoc.
- Gary Shively returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-5.
- Jean-françois Boissy presents his Special Hobby 1/32 P-39Q Airacobra.
Updated 4 February 2024
- Please join me in welcoming our newest sponsor to the LSP family: B&B Resin Design!
- Hawaiian Air Depot has released a 1/24 Minsi II and Minsi III Mask and Conversion Set For the Airfix F6F-5 Hellcat.
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced Northrop F-5 Tiger II rails.
- Reedoak has released Navy Phantom II aircrew 1969 - late 70s: last versions with visor up.
- LukGraph has announced that they will start shipping Curtiss Jenny next week [Facebook link].
- Werner's Wings has announced a 1/35 SH-60F Interior for the Kitty Hawk kit [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has announced A-20G early and late instrument panels [Facebook link].
- Master has released AM-32-127 for early version F-14As with the nose cone without the Alfa Probe [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to forum member DugyB for finishing his Hasegawa 1/32 P-47D Thunderbolt - Gabby Gabreski in the Aces High Group Build.
- Jean-françois Boissy is back with his Special Hobby 1/32nd Fiat G.50.
- Dariusz Kowalczuk returns with his Zoukei-Mura 1/32 He 219A-0.
- Mike Norris presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Hansa-Brandenburg W.12.
Updated 28 January 2024
- ResKit has a pair of new releases [Facebook links]:
- ICM has announced 53056: CH-54 Phu Bai Combat Base 1968 [Facebook link].
- Master Model has published a list of its latest products [Facebook link].
- FPW Model has announced a new line of exhausts [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has published an update on its upcoming Albatros W.4 kits [Facebook link].
- Clear Prop Models has released Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe Wheels Set (CPA35002) designed for the ICM Kit [Facebook link].
- Aires has published a list of new items for 2024 [Facebook link].
- John Kim is back with his Hasegawa 1/32nd Ki-61.
- Dariusz Kowalczuk presents his Tamiya 1/32 F-4C Phantom.
Updated 21 January 2024
- Anyz has released Just an Engine Upgrade - Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat - Airfix - 1/24, by Tom Anyz.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has released Airframe & Miniature No 23-The Junkers Ju 88 Pt 1.
- Reedoak has released Navy Phantom pilot with the addional boom mic.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released FL32009 Legacy Hornets and FL32010 F/A-18D ATARS.
- ICM has published an update on its upcoming 1/32 Hs 123 kit [Facebook link].
- Italeri has announced a 1/32 Macchi MC.200 "Saetta".
- Kotare has announced a 1/32 Bf 109K-4 [Facebook link].
- AIMS has announced a new 1/32 Ju 88G-6 decal sheet [Facebook link].
- Phase Hangar Resin has announced 1/32 ESCAPAC Skyhawk seats [Facebook link].
- Fischkopp Model Company has released the Rolls-Royce Merlin Mk III (Single-Stage) as a stand alone model [Facebook link].
- Jason Brash debuts with his Airfix 1/24 Fw 190A-5.
- David Enders presents his Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1D Corsair.
Updated 14 January 2024
- KLP Publishing has released Building the Trumpeter P-47D Razorback in 1/32 Scale, by John Kim.
- Anyz has released T-Type connectors in 3D-printed and downloadable formats [Facebook link].
- Reedoak has released F-4J pilot & RIO in 1/32 scale.
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/32 Macchi Oil Cooler & (Optional) Lower Cowling.
- Lemkits has announced an update on its upcoming 1/32 Horten-X kit.
- LukGraph has announced that its JN-4 Jenny kits are now available to pre-order [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has also published an update on its upcoming PWS-26 kit [Facebook link].
- Fantasy Printshop has released EuroDecals Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb 1/35 Decals [Facebook link].
- HGW Models has released USAF / USN EARLY Green + Fabric seatbelts in 1/32 scale [Facebook link].
- AOA Decals has announced that 35-008 special sheet designed for Werner's Wings MH-60T Jayhawk conversion set [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Michael Pattison for finishing his Zoukei-Mura 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109-G in the Aces High Group Build.
- Kevin Williams reviews three new books:
- Fokker F.I/Dr.I, Volume 2, from Albatros Productions
- FlightCraft #27: Boeing B-17, from Pen & Sword
- Aircraft in Detail 028: Northrop F-5 Freedom Fighter & Tiger II, from HMH Publications
- Suresh Nathan presents his Border Models 1/32 Lancaster Nose.
Updated 7 January 2024
- ICM has announced 32045: Gloster Sea Gladiator Mk.II With Royal Navy pilots [Facebook link].
- Proper Plane has released set of Albatros D.V/D.Va Inspection Hatches for the Wingnut Wings kit [Facebook link].
- AIMS has released 32D036 DH Vampire decals.
- Trumpeter has published a 2024/25 catalogue showing 1/32 Fw 190 and S-3 Viking kits, along with 1/24 Fw 190 and P-47 kits.
- HpH Models has published an update on its upcoming Kate kit [Facebook link].
- Tracks and Wings has announced a 3D-printed 1/32 Alpha Jet.
- Border Model has announced a 1/35 scale He 111 [Facebook link].
- Laminar Flow Design has released new Spitfire and Phantom digital downloads [Facebook link].
- 3D Polish Wings has announced a 3D-printed PZL P24 G in multiple scales [Facebook link].
- DBMK Model Kits has announced that the final CAD for its Sea Fury kit has been sent to the tooling company [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has a pair of new releases [Facebook links]:
- Iconicair has released Rolls Royce Merlin Rocker Cover Nameplates in 1/24 scale [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews Aircraft in Detail 029: Sukhoi Su-34 Fullback, from HMH Publications.
- Miloslav Hraban returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-47N.
- Michał Jurczak presents his Williams Brothers 1/32 P-35.
Updated 31 December 2023
- It's the last day of 2023 here in Australia as I publish this update, so I'd like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy and Safe New Year, and all the best for 2024!
- Eagle Editions has released EagleCals #189 P-51Ds in Europe.
- Anyz has released 0.35mm rivets as both 3D printed parts and downloadable files [Facebook link].
- DN Models has released Sukhoi Su-25UB Frogfoot B Canopy, Wheels & Lights Paint Masks Set 1/32.
- Proper Plane has released 1/32 Albatros D.V/D.Va fuselage decal for the Wingnut Wings kit [Facebook link].
- JSProducts has announced 3D-printed Sea King kits in 1/32 and 1/35 scales [Facebook link].
- Jorge Oppenheimer returns with his ICM 1/35 CH-54A Tarhe.
- Przemysław Litewka presents his Copper State Models 1/32 Caudron G.3 MC.
Updated 24 December 2023
- It's Christmas Eve here in Australia as I publish this update, so I'd like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, and all the best of the season!
- Anyz has released Fittings 90° as both 3D printed parts and downloadable files [Facebook link].
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/32 Macchi C.202 Detail Pack #1.
- Aircraft in Pixels has also announced 1/32 Macchi C.202 Oil Cooler & Lower Cowling Coming Soon.
- Lemkits has announced 1/32 Horten-X - Limited edition resin kit.
- Krzysztof Koza debuts with his ICM 1/32 Fiat CR.42.
- Tolga Ulgur presents his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Focke-Wulf Ta 152C.
Updated 17 December 2023
- AIMS has released new flexible resin products in 1/48 and 1/32.
- Gaspatch has announced new WWI German oxygen generators.
- Red Fox Studio has released 6 new LSP sets.
- LukGraph has announced Curtiss JN-4 and JN-4D Jenny kits in 1/32 and 1/48 [Facebook link].
- Copper State Models has announced 1/32 Nieuport XI and XVI in development [Facebook link].
- 3D Polish Wings has announced PWS26 kits in 1/24, 1/32 and 1/48 [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Guy Keller for finishing his Academy 1/32 Sopwith Camel F.I in the Aces High Group Build.
- Jay Wheaton presents his Blue Box 1/18 F4U-1D Converted and Rebuilt into a F4U-1A.
Updated 10 December 2023
- We've just launched our latest Group Build, entitled Operation Overlord. This will run until 6 June 2024, so join in if you can!
- airscale has released 1/24 Airfix Bf 109E Propeller & Seat.
- Zotz has announced 1/32 A-20J/K Havocs of the ETO.
- Chandos Publications has announced that its new Heinkel He 115 book is now in stock and shipping.
- AIMS has released 1/32 DH Vampire decals.
- Buchon Scale Models has a pair of new releases:
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Dragon/Cyber Hobby/Revell 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 110C-2 Converted to a C-6.
- Dave Johnson presents his Kotare 1/32 Spitfire Mk Ia.
Updated 3 December 2023
- airscale has released 1/24 Airfix Bf 109E Wheel Wells.
- Aircraft in Pixels has released three new sets:
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe & Miniature No.23: The Junkers Ju 88 Part 1.
- LukGraph has announced Halberstadt D.II 1:32 - PRE-ORDER.
- Buchon Scale Models has a pair of new releases:
- Yellow-Wings Decals has released 5 new decal sets for the Trumpeter Devastator [Facebook link].
- Reid Air Publications has announced the new Fourth But First Heritage F-15E sheet to be upscaled to 1/32 [Facebook link].
- HGW has announced P-47D Razorback stencils [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio has published its December release schedule [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to forum member Telepatu for finishing his Ki-43 II Oscar, Chinese Nationalist Air Force in the Hasegawa Builders Group Build.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 SBD Devastator.
- Dirk Devijver also returns with his Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire Mk IX.
- Craig Harris presents his HK Models 1/32 Lancaster Mk. B.I Special.
Updated 26 November 2023
- KLP Publishing has announced that its next title will be Building the Trumpeter P-47D Razorback in 1/32 Scale by John Kim.
- B&B Resin Design has announced that Vietnam era Armco PB-1 Revetment components in 1:32 now available (1:35 coming soon).
- AOA Decals has announced 1/35 Decals for MH-60S Search and Rescue & HSC-2 Retro Scheme.
- Aircraft in Pixels has announced a multi-piece Sand Filter for 1/32 Macchi C.202/205.
- Halberd Models has announced that its XP-72 Ultrabolt kits are ready and available for pre-order. [Facebook link].
- Ray Peterson reviews LukGraph's 1/24 Albatros D.III Oeffag.
Updated 19 November 2023
- KLP Publishing has announced that Building the ICM D.H.82A Tiger Moth in 1/32 Scale is now available.
- ResKit has released RS32-0447 NAVY inboard pylons for F-4 "Phantom II" [Facebook link].
- HMH Publications has released Duke Hawkins Classic Hawker Hurricane.
- Kopecky Scale Models has released three new sets:
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/32 Macchi C.202 Folgore Control Surfaces.
- Yahu Models has announced three new instrument panel sets [Facebook link].
- Fantasy Printshop has released Luftwaffe Geschwader and Staffeln Markings [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced Mercedes D.II & Curtiss OX-5 engines and Curtiss JN-4 & 4D Jenny kits [Facebook link].
- MikroMir has announced a 1/32 Yokosuka MXY7 Ohka [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews Black Sunday, from Avonmore Books
- Ray Peterson reviews two new products from B & B Resin Design:
- Suresh Nathan presents his Revell 1/32 Hawker Typhoon, Part 2.
Updated 11 November 2023
- ResKit has published the following updates [Facebook links]:
- Hong Kong Models has announced a 1/32 Boston MK. IV / A-20J/K Havoc for release in December [Facebook link].
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe & Miniature 22: The Grumman F4F Wildcat.
- Blackbird Models has released two new A-4 conversion sets:
- Buchon Scale Models has announced BUC24-030 1/24 Scale Spitfire Mk XVI decals.
- ModelMaker has released MD32179 Belgian F-16 THE X TIGER decals + masks set.
- AIMS has announced a re-release of 1/32 Bf 110G-4 decal sheet 32D037 [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced that its Halberstadt D.II will soon be released [Facebook link].
- Halberd Models has announced an XP-72 conversion set [Facebook link].
- Fantasy Printshop has announced two new decal sets [Facebook links]:
- Iain Ogilvie has three new product reviews for us:
- Kevin Williams has two new book reviews from Avonmore Books:
- Suresh Nathan presents his Revell 1/32 Hawker Typhoon, Part I.
Updated 5 November 2023
- ResKit has announced a new AH-1G "Cobra" Exhaust set in 1/32 and 1/35 scales [Facebook link].
- Anyz has released 9 new utility decal sets.
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/32 Macchi C.202 Folgore Wheels and Tires.
- Hawaiian Air Depot has released new downloadable mask files for the 1/32 Tamiya Spitfire IXc.
- Zotz Decals has announced Spitfire XIVc/e in 1/32.
- Quinta Studio has released QD35112: AH-1G Cobra 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (ICM).
- Metallic Details has released four new ejection seats:
- Fantasy Printshop has released Luftwaffe Code Numbers Black with a White outline [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced a Halberstadt D.II with Mercedes D.II engine in scales 1/32, 1/48 and 1/24 [Facebook link].
- Thierry Laurent has compiled a handy SuperScale Decals Reference List - 1/32 Scale.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews airscale PE32 GSV Cockpit Upgrade Messerschmitt Bf 109 G2/G4.
- Jens Jensen presents his Dragon/Cyber Hobby 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109E-3.
Updated 28 October 2023
- Flying Leatherneck Decals has announced that it has been sold to USMC Insignia LLC.
- airscale has released 1/24 Ju 87 Stuka Parts Set for the Airfix kit.
- ResKit has announced F-35 "Lightning II" Pilots [Facebook link].
- ResKit is also having a Halloween sale.
- Aircraft in Pixels has released two new products:
- Proper Plane has announced woodgrain decals for the Albatros D.V/Va PDW-6012 [Facebook link].
- AFV Modeller has released AIR 32001 1:32 B-17 Mid Waist Windows.
- HGW Models has released Wooden cover for Albatros D.V and D.Va models from Wingnut Wings [Facebook link].
- Uprise Decals has released 1/32 UR32255 F-16AM Fighting Falcon Danmark Pt.III [Facebook link].
- Olivier Barles returns with his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Macchi C.202.
- Craig Harris presents his Airfix 1/24 Spitfire IX.
Updated 22 October 2023
- Eagle Editions has released EagleCals #188 P-38 Lightnings in Europe.
- Videoaviation has released an F-16 USAF maintenance crew.
- Chandos Publications has announced that its now taking pre-orders for the Heinkel He 115 book.
- Aircraft in Pixels has announced that the rear MG mount + Morell Tachometer for 1/32 WNW Albatros D.V & D.Va is going into production.
- Special Hobby has released Westland Whirlwind FB MK.I ‘Fighter-Bomber’ Hi-tech kit.
- ICM has announced WWII Pilots of British Naval Aviation [Facebook link].
- Jetmads has two new product updates:
- Yahu Models has announced YMA3283: MC.202 instrument panel [Facebook link].
- HpH Models has published an update regarding its upcoming "Kate" kit [Facebook link].
- 3D Polish Wings has announced a Polish LWS6 "skiegoubr" bomber kit [Facebook link].
- HGW Models has released 132802: A6M2 Zero - Basic Line 1/32 [Facebook link].
- Luc Janssen returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 F-117A Nighthawk.
- Chris Vandegrift presents his Trumpeter 1/32 F-105D Thunderchief.
Updated 15 October 2023
- ResKit has announced three new products [Facebook links]:
- airscale has released a range of upgrades for Airfix and Trumpeter 1/24 scale kits.
- Hawaiian Air Depot has released 1/32 8AF Mustang Essential Masks for the Revell P-51D-5/15.
- Aviattic has announced that it will be re-releasing selected items from the Pheon Decals range.
- Border Model has announced a 1/35 scale A6M Zero kit [Facebook link].
- Hobartville Hobbies has released a 1/35 scale GAF drone system kit.
- Fantasy Printshop has released "no carrier film" Luftwaffe Code Numbers Green with a White outline [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Guy Keller for finishing his Revell 1/32 Hawker Tempest in the Aces High Group Build.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe Album No. 19: The Fairey Barracuda, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Jindřich Kulhavý presents his Tigger Models/ID Models 1/32 F-84F Thunderstreak.
Updated 8 October 2023
- KLP Publishing has announced that Building the British Phantoms Volume Three: The F-4J(UK) in RAF Service is now available.
- Aerocraft Models has released ACM32062: General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark undercarriage and wheel set.
- airscale has released its 1/32 Revell Bf 109G2/4 'Seamless' Spinner.
- ResKit has announced A-7 (E/D) "Corsair II" Air Intakes [Facebook link].
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released a range of new underwing pylons and rocket launchers.
- Fantasy Printshop has released "no carrier film" Luftwaffe Code Numbers Yellow with a black outline [Facebook link].
- Werner's Wings has released 1/35 H-60 Oval Exhausts for the Kitty Hawk H-60 kits [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Andy Yovanovich for finishing his Hasegawa 1/32 F-86F-40 "Blue Impulse" in the Hasegawa Builders Group Build.
- Kevin Williams reviews Pacific Profiles: Volume Nine, from Avonmore Books.
- Kent Karlsen presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Albatros B.II Converted into a Swedish Thulin G.
Updated 1 October 2023
- KLP Publishing has announced that its next title will be Building the ICM D.H.82A Tiger Moth in 1/32 Scale, by Max Williams.
- Eagle Editions has released Wings of the Black Cross #14.
- ResKit has announced a range of new products [Facebook links]:
- airscale has announced a 1/32 Revell Bf 109G2/4 'Seamless' Spinner.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe & Miniature No.22: The Grumman F4F Wildcat.
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/32 Albatros D series Louvers.
- Red Fox Studio has released RFSQS-32184: Heinkel He 219A-5/A-7 UHU Quick Set 3D Acrylic Instrument Panel.
- 3D-Chute Expert has released 1/32 Italeri Tornado landing gear.
- DBMK Model Kits has published an update regarding its upcoming de Havilland Hornet kit [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has announced a 1/32 scale Swordfish Mk I instrument panel [Facebook link].
- Dennis Sauter reviews Zotz Decals Douglas A-20G Havoc in the PTO WWII.
- Woody Vondracek debuts with his Hasegawa 1/32 Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8.
- Emmanuel Bret is back with his Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire VIII.
- Tolga Ulgur presents his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Hurricane Mk I Early.
Updated 24 September 2023
- Anyz has announced that the 1A and 1D versions of the F4U canopies are available now as resin and STL files [Facebook link].
- ResKit has announced that it is developing a 1/32 scale Mirage 2000B Cockpit with 3D Decals, specifically designed for the Kitty Hawk Kit [Facebook link].
- Quinta Studio has released AV-8B Harrier II late 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Trumpeter).
- Laminar Flow Design has announced LFD 32-005 P-40 upgrade parts for Hasegawa 1/32 [Facebook link].
- Lukgraph has announced that pre-orders have started for its new line of models from the First World War in 1/24 scale [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio has announced 5 new LSP instrument panel sets [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Dave Enders for finishing his Hasegawa 1/32 Ki-61 in the Hasegawa Builders Group Build.
- Alain Personeni returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F-4E Phantom, Converted to a F-4G.
- Dave Pogson is back with his ICM 1/32 I-16 Type 24.
- Philippe Le Marhollec presents his ICM 1/32 CH-54A.
Updated 17 September 2023
- KLP Publishing has just released v1.5 of Building the Airfix Buccaneer S.2C in 1/48 Scale, by Geoff Coughlin.
- Eagle Editions has released Wings of the Black Cross #14, by Mark Proulx.
- Anyz has released Canopy frame for TAMYIA 1/32 F4U-1 Corsair "Birdcage".
- airscale has announced that its 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109G Cockpit Set is now available to pre-order.
- ResKit has published a massive September update [Facebook link].
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 1/32 F-100 Speed brakes Early/Late variants for the Trumpeter kit.
- Laminar Flow Design has announced that LFD32-001 batch #2, LFD32-002 batch #1, LFD32-001/2m batch #1 are all now available [Facebook link].
- Michał Jurczak returns with his ICM 1/32 Yak-9T.
- Ken Mouton also returns with his Meng 1/32 Fokker Dr.I.
- Jean-françois Boissy is back with his Tamiya 1/32 P-51D Mustang, Converted to a Cavalier Turbo Mustang.
- Dirk Devijver debuts with his Airfix 1/24th Spitfire IX.
- Mike Norris presents his Copper State Models 1/32 Bristol Scout C.
Updated 10 September 2023
- KLP Publishing has just released v1.1 of Building the British Phantoms Volume Two, by Geoff Coughlin.
- Aerocraft Models has announced three new canopy sets:
- Zotz Decals has announced a decal set covering aircraft flown by Gerald “Jerry” Johnson, Ace of the PTO.
- Kopecky Scale Models has announced 1/32 F-100 Speed brakes Early/Late variants for the Trumpeter kit.
- Flying Start Models has announced that it has ceased trading.
- Fantasy Printshop has announced two new NCF decal sets [Facebook links]:
- Bogdan Zajączkowski debuts with his Azur/Special Hobby 1/32 Caudron C.714 Cyclone.
- David Mooney returns with his Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire IX.
- Jindřich Kulhavý also returns with his Czech Model/Special Hobby 1/32 F-80 Shooting Star.
- Miloslav Hraban presents his Zoukei-Mura 1/32 Bf 109G-14 Erla.
Updated 3 September 2023
- In the forums, we've just launched our latest Group Build, entitled Aces High. Join in if you can!
- KLP Publishing has announced the release of its latest eBook title, Scratchbuilding the Hawker Fury in 1/18 Scale, by Peter Castle.
- Mulberry Scalekits has released its Hispano Aviación Ha 1109 J-1L conversion kit in multiple scales [Facebook link].
- FPW Model has announced two new engine sets [Facebook links]:
- LukGraph has announced that its Hanriot HD.1/HD.2 kits are now available for pre-order [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to forum member DubyB for finishing his Border Models Lancaster Nose Art in the On the Nose (Art) Group Build.
- Iain Ogilvie reviews the Silver Wings 32023 Gloster Gauntlet Mk.II.
- Olivier Barles returns with his Matchbox 1/32 Lysander.
- Nikola Topalov presents his Hasegawa 1/32 Bf 109F Trop.
Updated 27 August 2023
- airscale has announced a Pro Range 1/32 Bf 109G2/4 upgrade set for the Revell kit.
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32044 F-4 C/D Exhaust nozzles for Tamiya kit and 32045 F-4 C/D Tail for Tamiya kit.
- Zotz Decals has announced a new set for 1/32 A-20G Havocs.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced a second AH-1Z sheet.
- HMH Publications has announced three new books covering the A-10, SAAB Draken, and F-15.
- FCM has released 32-033: Full stencils + insignias for 1/32 A-7E for Trumpeter kit.
- Fantasy Printshop has released FPNCF-2154: US45 DEG 8 - 12 Inch Numbers in its new No Carrier Film range [Facebook link].
- Laminar Flow Design has published an update regarding the second batch of its 1/32 Spitfire F/FR XIV Conversion [Facebook link].
- Screaming Toad Models has announced two new sets for the ICM CH-54 [Facebook links]:
- HpH Models has announced the re-release of its Avia B-534 kit [Facebook link].
- Iain Ogilvie reviews five new airscale sets:
- Przemysław Litewka returns with his Lukgraph 1/32 Lohner TI.
- Chris Vandegrift presents his Academy 1/35 AH-1Z Cobra.
Updated 13 August 2023
- airscale has released some new updates for the Trumpeter TBD Devastator kit.
- Halberd Models has announced that its Republic XP-47H conversion set for Trumpeter kit P-47D Thunderbolt is now available to pre-order.
- Art Scale has announced 6 new decal sets for the Italeri MC.202 Folgore kit.
- Art Scale has also announced new canopy masking sets for the Italeri MC.202 Folgore kit [Facebook link].
- Kotare has announced that K32004 1/32 Spitfire Mk.I (Early)is now available to pre-order.
- Border Model has announced a new Dambusters Lancaster release [Facebook link].
- Border Model has also announced a 1/35 scale Spitfire [Facebook link].
- DN Models has released F-5F Tiger II VFC-111 Sun Downers Camouflage & Insignia Paint Masks 1/32.
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/24 Spitfire Mk I Throttle Quadrant (Early).
- Quinta Studio has released QD32133: F6F-3 Hellcat 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Trumpeter).
- AIMS has released a range of new decal and upgrade sets [Facebook link].
- Mulberry Scalekits has announced two-seater Ha 1110 K1L and Ha 1112 M4L conversion kits [Facebook link].
- Francesco Miglietta debuts with his True Details 1/10 Martin Baker MB.H7 Ejection Seat.
Updated 20 August 2023
- Eagle Editions has released EagleCals #186-32 Mosquito FB Mk VI.
- Hawaiian Air Depot has released 1/32 TBD Midway Paint Mask Downloadable Files and 1/24 Spitfire Mk. IX Styrene Cockpit Parts Downloadable Files.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has announced that FL32008 F/A-18A/B/C/D Airframe Data and FL32009 Leatherneck Legacy Hornets will be going to print next week.
- Quinta Studio has released QD24009: Spitfire Mk.IXc 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Airfix).
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/24 Spitfire Manual Undercarriage Control.
- Congratulations to Artur Kapusta for finishing his Hasegawa 1/32 Hellcat in the Hasegawa Builders Group Build.
- John Kim returns with his Trumpeter 1/32nd P-47D Razorback.
- Lukasz Boch presents his Copper State Models 1/32 Nieuport XXI.
Updated 13 August 2023
- airscale has released some new updates for the Trumpeter TBD Devastator kit.
- Halberd Models has announced that its Republic XP-47H conversion set for Trumpeter kit P-47D Thunderbolt is now available to pre-order.
- Art Scale has announced 6 new decal sets for the Italeri MC.202 Folgore kit.
- Art Scale has also announced new canopy masking sets for the Italeri MC.202 Folgore kit [Facebook link].
- Kotare has announced that K32004 1/32 Spitfire Mk.I (Early)is now available to pre-order.
- Border Model has announced a new Dambusters Lancaster release [Facebook link].
- Border Model has also announced a 1/35 scale Spitfire [Facebook link].
- DN Models has released F-5F Tiger II VFC-111 Sun Downers Camouflage & Insignia Paint Masks 1/32.
- Aircraft in Pixels has released 1/24 Spitfire Mk I Throttle Quadrant (Early).
- Quinta Studio has released QD32133: F6F-3 Hellcat 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Trumpeter).
- AIMS has released a range of new decal and upgrade sets [Facebook link].
- Mulberry Scalekits has announced two-seater Ha 1110 K1L and Ha 1112 M4L conversion kits [Facebook link].
- Francesco Miglietta debuts with his True Details 1/10 Martin Baker MB.H7 Ejection Seat.
Updated 6 August 2023
- KLP Publishing has announced that its next title will be Scratchbuilding the Hawker Fury in 1/18 Scale by Peter Castle.
- ResKit has announced three new products [Facebook links]:
- Anyz has released Spark plugs & Connectors for 1/32 + 1/35 in both physical and digital versions.
- airscale is conducting a poll in the forums regarding its planned releases.
- Proper Plane has released a 3D-printed Mercedes engine fuel manifold [Facebook link].
- Hawaiian Air Depot has released P-51D-5/15 Mustang Styrene Sheet Metal designs for the 1/32 Revell kits.
- DN Models has released paint masks for Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4/E-7 “Arrow” Bulgarian Air Force Numbers & Insignia 1/32.
- Laminar Flow Design has confirmed the release of LFD32-001 Spitfire XIVe conversion, with the first batch of 40 sold out, but a second batch is on its way.
- Halberd Models has announced a 1/32 XF-85 Goblin [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio has announced a series of new sets [Facebook link].
- Mulberry Scalekits has announced a Hispano HA-1112-K1L Tripala conversion set [Facebook link].
- Charles Norton is back with his Trumpeter 1/32 P-38L Lightning, Converted to a P-38G.
- Olivier Barles presents his Matchbox 1/32 Tiger Moth.
Updated 30 July 2023
- Forum news: we've just launched a new Modelling Q&A section that features 6 new sub-forums, to replace the existing catch-all single forum.
- Aerocraft Models has announced two new products:
- Anyz has released wheels for the Border Model 1/35 Focke Wulf Fw 190A-6 in both physical and digital versions.
- airscale has announced that its 1/32 TBD Devastator set is now availabe to pre-order.
- Buchon Scale Models has released BUC24-033 1/24 Scale Spitfire round stacks for new Airfix kit.
- Flying Leathernecks Decals has released three new resin sets.
- Blackbird Models has announced 1/32 A-4A/B and A-4C Skyhawk conversions.
- Laminar Flow Design has announced that its new website is now up and running.
- Laminar Flow Design has also published an update regarding its P-51B/C conversion [Facebook link].
- Mulberry Scalekits has released a Henschel Hs 129B-2/R-3 conversion set [Facebook link].
- Chris Vandegrift presents his Tamiya 1/32 F-15J.
Updated 23 July 2023
- airscale has launched a new Pro range with a set for the Trumpeter 1/32 TBD Devastator.
- Aerocraft Models is conducting a poll regarding possible brass landing gear for the HK Models A-20G.
- Buchon Scale Models has released BUC32-017 1/32 Scale Spitfire Retractable Tailwheel.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some sample pages from Airframe Album No 19-The Fairey Barracuda.
- AIMS has released 1/32 DH Vampire decals (32D036) [Facebook link].
- Copper State Models has announced several new Caudron G.III and Hanriot kits [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has announced Albatros D.III Oeffag and Hanriot HD-1 and HD-2 kits in 1/24 scale [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Erwin Hallemeesch for finishing his Hasegawa 1/32 Mustang in the Hasegawa Builders Group Build.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature No. 21: The Avro Lancaster Part Two, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Matt Grove presents his Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1D Corsair, Converted to a F4U-4.
Updated 16 July 2023
- Please join me in welcoming ANYZ as our newest sponsor!
- KLP Publishing has just released Building the Wingnut Wings Pfalz D.IIIa in 1/32 Scale by Gary Boxall.
- LSP Sponsor Aerocraft Models has a new website.
- ResKit has published several product updates [Facebook links]:
- Lemkits has released 1/32 Ki-32 “Mary” (Imperial Army “Type 98” Light Bomber).
- Halberd Models has announced a 1/32 XP-47H conversion set [Facebook link].
- Kopecky Scale Models has released 32042 F-16 Centerline pylon and 32043 F-16 Rafael Python 4/5.
- Buchon Scale Models has released BUC24-032 1/24 Scale Spitfire broad chord rudder for new Airfix.
- Quinta Studio has released QD32148: P-47D Thunderbolt Bubbletop Early 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Trumpeter).
- LukGraph has published final renders of the Hanriot HD-1 and HD-2 float in 1/32 scale [Facebook link].
- Fantasy Printshop has launched a new range of No Carrier Film roundels [Facebook link].
- Mulberry Scalekits has released Heinkel He 111 to CASA C 2.111 resin conversion kit [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Richard Broadley for finishing his Airfix 1/24 Spitfire Mk IX in the On the Nose (Art) Group Build.
- David Mooney returns with his Tamiya 1/32 F-15C.
- Tim Taylor debuts with his Wingnut Wings 1/32 DH.2.
- Lars Henriksen also debuts with his Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire IX.
- John Chance presents his Hobby2000/Dragon 1/32 Bf 109E-4.
Updated 8 July 2023
- ResKit has released 3 new items for the BAe Hawk [Facebook link].
- airscale has released its 1/32 Scale Douglas A-20G Havoc cockpit detail set.
- Lemkits has announced that its Ki-32 Mary kit will be entering production next week.
- Hobartville Hobbies has released a GEE set for Airfix 1/24 scale DeHavilland D.H.98 Mosquito kit.
- Laminar Flow Design has published an update on its upcoming 1/32 Spitfire F/FR XIV Conversion [Facebook link].
- Red Fox Studio has announced that a new (updated) Bf 108 3D colored resin set is coming soon [Facebook link].
- DBMK Model Kits has published some of the schemes for its 1/32 Sea Fury kit [Facebook link].
- Tolga Ulgur returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 P-47D.
- Mike Maben also returns with his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Hurricane Mk I Late.
- Steve Ringlein is back with his Kitty Hawk 1/35 HH-60H.
- Jan Gabauer builds the Kotare 1/32 Spitfire Mk Ia.
- Dave Pogson presents his ICM 1/32 I-16 Type 10.
Updated 1 July 2023
- Sad news that the owner of Profimodeller has reportedly died.
- ResKit has published several product updates [Facebook links]:
- Buchon Scale Models has released BUC24-031 1/24 Scale Spitfire Retractable Tailwheel.
- HGW Models has released 135513: Fw 190A-6 - Seatbelts 1/35.
- Kotare has published an update on its K32004 1/32 Spitfire Mk.I (Early) kit [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has published some renders of its upcoming 1/32 Hanriot family [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Artur Kapusta for finishing his Hasegawa 1/32 Me 163 in the Hasegawa Builders Group Build.
- Mike Norris presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Hannover CI.II.
Updated 25 June 2023
- KLP Publishing is having a 20%-off End of Financial Year Sale.
- Italeri has published an update on its upcoming Macchi MC.202 kit.
- Valiant Wings Publishing has announced Airframe Album No.19: The Fairey Barracuda.
- DN Models has released F-35A Lightning II RAM Panels Paint Masks Set for Trumpeter 1/32.
- Buchon Scale Models has released BUC24-029 1/24 Scale Spitfire entrance door for new Airfix kit.
- Quinta Studio has released QD32140: Hawker Hurricane Family 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Fly).
- Art Scale has announced 1/32 A-20 seats / guns [Facebook link].
- Fischkopp Model Company has published an update on its Kotare engine compartment project [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has published an ambitious 2023 release schedule [Facebook link].
- HGW Models has announced A-20G Havoc 1/32 seat belts [Facebook link].
- Jan Vyskočil presents his Trumpeter 1/32 Bf 109G-10.
Updated 17 June 2023
- KLP Publishing has just released v3.0 of Building Race #80 Spitfire Mk XIVe in 1/18 Scale, by Peter Castle.
- ResKit has published several product updates [Facebook links]:
- HpH has published an update on its upcoming Bv 138 kit.
- Infinity Models is apparently closing shop now that the Val kit has been released.
- Mikro Mir has announced a ММ Breda-Pensuti B.1 in 1/32 scale [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to Michael Pattison for finishing his Great Wall Hobby 1/32 Flying Tigers Curtiss Hawk 81-A2 in the On the Nose (Art) Group Build.
- Kevin Futter reviews Custom Bases 1/32 Scale Russian Hexagon Sets.
- Apostolis Panagiotopoulos debuts with his Airfix 1/24 F6F-5 Hellcat.
- Jindřich Kulhavý returns with his Trumpeter 1/24 A6M2 Zero Diorama.
- Rene Dannies presents his Special Hobby 1/32 Heinkel He 100D, Converted to a He 100 V-2.
Updated 11 June 2023
- ResKit has published several product updates [Facebook links]:
- Quinta Studio has released QD32164: 1/32 TBF-1C Avenger 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Trumpeter).
- ANYZ has released Missile switch covers for 1/32 and 1/35.
- Laminar Flow Design has announced a potential P-51B/C conversion for the Revell P-51D kit [Facebook link].
- 3D Polish Wings has announced a PZL M18 "Dromader" in multiple scales [Facebook link].
- Dora Wings has announced a Dewoitine D.520 in 1/32 scale [Facebook link].
- FPW Model has announced a Packard (Rolls-Royce) Merlin V-1650-7, V-12 Engine [Facebook link].
- Art Scale has announced new Aichi D3A1 Val decals in 1/32 scale [Facebook link].
- Kotare has published an update regarding its K32601 1/32 Spitfire Mk.Ia “Brian Lane” kit [Facebook link].
- Kevin Williams reviews Classic Aircraft in Detail #002: T-6 Harvard/Texan, from HMH Publications.
- Kevin Futter reviews HK Models 01E039: A-20G Havoc.
- John McIllmurray presents his Wingnut Wings 1/32 Sopwith Camel.
Updated 4 June 2023
- We've just launched our latest Group Build, entitled Hasegawa Builders. Please join in if you can!
- KLP Publishing has just announced that its next title will be Building the Wingnut Wings Pfalz D.IIIa in 1/32 Scale, by Gary Boxall.
- airscale has announced an upgrade for the HK Model 1/32 A20G Havoc.
- airscale has also announced a limited re-release of its 1/24 photo-etched Bf 109E canopy frame set.
- ResKit has published several product updates [Facebook links]:
- ANYZ has released Avionic Connectors 1.2 + 1.6 + 2.0mm Type 1.
- LukGraph has announced Albatros D.III Oeffag 1/32 scale Pre-order.
- Videoaviation has released updated 1/32 5 set of USN figures [Facebook link].
- Dariusz Kowalczuk presents his Trumpeter 1/32 F-117A.
Updated 28 May 2023
- Woody Vondracek has announced that Archer Fine Transfers will resume under new management.
- B&B Resin Design has announced that it has acquired the assets of AMS Resin, and plans to resume production soon.
- Aerocraft Models has published several product updates:
- ResKit has announced Storm Shadow (SCALP EG) Missiles (2 pcs) in Multiple Scales [Facebook link].
- Grand Models has released 1/32 F-4E "ARES THE GOD OF WAR" Decals.
- Yahu Models has announced a new instrument panel for the Infinity Models Helldiver [Facebook link].
- Laminar Flow Design has published pricing for its upcoming 1/32 Spitfire Mk XIVe conversion [Facebook link].
- Thunder Model has announced a 1/32 bomb trailer Mk.2 [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to forum member denders for finishing his Hasegawa 1/32 P-51D "Chattanooga Choo Choo" in the On the Nose (Art Group Build.
- Congratulations also to forum member themongoose for finishing his Tamiya 1/32 F-15J Umegumi in the Turning Japanese Group Build.
- Kevin Williams reviews AMX, from Harpia Publishing.
- Kevin Futter reviews Airframe & Miniature No. 20: The Avro Lancaster Part One, from Valiant Wings Publishing.
- Romain Flechon presents his Trumpeter 1/32 F-105D Thunderchief.
Updated 21 May 2023
- KLP Publishing has released v1.2 of Building the Wingnut Wings Felixstowe F.2A in 1/32 Scale, by Gary Boxall.
- ResKit has announced an F-111C "Pig" Escape Pod (Crew Module) Royal Australian Air Force [Facebook link].
- Proper Plane has released a very limited edition set of 2 Continental 810x125 spoked wheels [Facebook link].
- Valiant Wings Publishing has sent in some screenshots of Airframe & Miniature No. 21: The Avro Lancaster (including the Lancastrian) Part 2.
- Aircraft in Pixels is a new company currently producing 1/32 Scale WWI Aircraft Accessories and 1/24 Spitfire Parts.
- Laminar Flow Design has published an update regarding its upcoming 1/32 Spitfire Mk XIVe conversion [Facebook link].
- DBMK Model Kits has published an update regarding its upcoming 1/32 D.H. Hornet kit [Facebook link].
- Callsign Glou has published a new update on its Gee Bee Sporter Z kit design in the 1/48th, 1/32nd, and 1/72nd [Facebook link].
- Quinta Studio has released Hawker Hurricane Mk.IIb 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Revell) [Facebook link].
- Yahu Models has announced a 1/32 scale Ki-84 Otsu instrument panel [Facebook link].
- Malcolm Reid returns with his Trumpeter 1/32 MiG-23ML.
- Jorge Oppenheimer presents his Takom 1/35 Apache.
Updated 14 May 2023
- Our valued sponsor ResKit has is having a 30% Off Sale from 12 May to 22 May.
- ResKit has released the following new LSP sets [Facebook links]:
- Videoaviation has released a 1/32 F-104 Starfighter Starter set (NATO).
- FPW Model has released three new 1/32 engine sets [Facebook link].
- DBMK Model Kits has published some new renders of its upcoming Sea Fury kit [Facebook link].
- Phase Hangar Resin has released the following new LSP sets [Facebook links]:
- Kevin Williams has a trio of new book reviews for us:
- Aircraft in Detail 026: Boeing (McDonnell Douglas) F-15 E/K/SG, from HMH Publications
- Aircraft in Detail 027: Boeing B-1B Lancer, from HMH Publications
- Cuban MiGs: The Defenders of Castro's Air Force, from Harpia Publishing
- Jim Jenson returns with his Hasegawa 1/32 Focke-Wulf Fw 190D-9.
- Dejan Lukic also returns with his Revell 1/32 Bf 109G-10.
- Miloslav Hraban presents his Zoukei-Mura 1/32 Do 335A-10.
- Luc Janssen wraps things up with his Tamiya 1/32 F-16C.
Updated 8 May 2023
- KLP Publishing has released v2.1 of Building the Revell P-51D-5NA Mustang in 1/32 Scale, by Jan Gabauer.
- ResKit has released RS32-0411 AN/ALQ-184 ECM pod (short length version) and RS32-0412 AN/ALQ-184 ECM pod (long length version) [Facebook link].
- Inside the Armour has released 1/32 Clear Part Masks (Vinyl) for HKM A-20G.
- Quinta Studio has released AH-64E 3D-Printed & coloured Interior on decal paper (Takom).
- Quinta Studio has also released two new sets for the ICM CH-54A [Facebook link].
- Reedoak has released US Army helicopter pilot survival vests, hanging.
- Real Model 2020 has released several new sets for the MiG-21 and MiG-23.
- Eduard has released 634033: Hurricane Mk. IIb LööK 1/32.
- Ronin Decals has restocked several interesting LSP sets [Facebook link].
- Aviattic has released two new decal sets [Facebook links]:
- Fischkopp Model Company is developing an engine set for the Kotare Spitfire [Facebook link].
- LukGraph has published another update for its upcoming Albatros D.III Oeffag kit [Facebook link].
- Congratulations to forum member hworth18 for finishing his Hasegawa A6m5 Zero Type 52 in the Turning Japanese Group Build.
- Congratulations also to forum member Stokey Pete for finishing his Airfix Spitfire in the On the Nose (Art) Group Build.
- Kevin Futter reviews the Halberd Models 1/32 Curtiss SC-1 Seahawk.
- Kevin Williams reviews Saab 37 Viggen, from MMP/Stratus.
- Malcolm Reid returns with his Zoukei-Mura 1/32 Ki-45 Nick.
- Bill Bunting debuts with his Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire XVI.
- Dariusz Kowalczuk presents his Trumpeter 1/32 MiG-21MF.