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19 July, 2019

Jack Mathews presents a very handy article for all biplane builders - "A Simple and Versatile Biplane Assembly Fixture". Nine images of building the jig support the descriptive text.
David Couche reviews Start-Verlag's 1/48 scale "Spezial-Decals “Mit Der Kamera an der Front” Als Kriegsberichter bei der I.(J)/LG 2 und dem JG 77". Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
Spencer Pollard has let us know that there are just 25 copies of his limited-run magazine, "Cold War Modeller No. 3" . There'se also a handful of "How To Build…Tamiya’s F-14A/D Tomcat" still available too.

18 July, 2019

50 years ago, Apollo 11 was on its way to the moon. Tom Conte presents his tribute with three model builds of the Apollo 11 astronauts' earlier rides in 1/72 scale.

Dead Design has sent Preview information and images of their latest resin accessories, vacform canopies and masks in 1/72 and 1/48 scales. More than 100 images are included.

17 July, 2019

Stefano Marchetto presents his up-detailed Special Hobby 1/48 scale Douglas D-558-1 Skystreak, including a scratch-built engine on display. Seven images are included.
David Couche reviews Brengun's 1/72 scale Lockheed C-130E/H Engine Set. Eight images of the set's resin parts, packaging, instructions and a comparison with the kit parts are included.
Tonight I examine Iliad Design's 1/48 scale Cessna L-19/O-1 Bird Dog decal set. Images of the decals, the instructions and the cover are included.

16 July, 2019

Tonight I review Eduard's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-4 Weekend Edition. 22 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
David Couche examines Brengun's 1/32 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 D-9 Interior Set. Four images of the photo-etched parts, packaging and instructions are included.
In the Gallery, John Martincevic presents 14 images and a description of his Dragon 1/48 scale Junkers Ju 188 E Racher.

15 July, 2019

Peter Chiang has made a video of the National Airfix Aeronautical Model Engineering Competition 2019, which was held at the Singapore Air Force Museum from 20 – 22 June 2019.
Jorge Moreya reviews AZ Models' new 1/72 scale Fiat CR. 32 bis Hungarian Service kit, including images of this kit and comprison shots of the old Supermodel kit.
We have been advised that UMM-USA has stock of the Kazan Models 1/48 scale F-14 Wing Box Set as reviewed last month on HyperScale.
On Missing-Lynx, Cookie Sewell presents three new reviews:

ICM's 1/35 scale "Stalin & Co" figure set

Miniart's 1/35 scale Oil and Petrol Cans 1930s-1940s

MiniArt's 1/35 scale Soviet Ammo Boxes with Shells

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

12 July, 2019

Tonight I review the new Revell 1/32 scale Bucker Bu 131 D Jungmann including 15 images of the plastic parts, decals and box art are included.
David Couche examines Master Models' 1/72, 1/48 and 1/32 scale gun barrels and pitot tubes for A-1 Skyraider kits. Seven images of the brass parts, instructions and packaging are included.
Furball Aero Design has sent Preview information on fiive new, updated and re-released decal sets.

11 July, 2019

Andrew Garcia presents a big new article on his Modelsvit 1/48 scale Curtiss XP-55 Ascender.
David Couche reviews Aerocraft's 1/48 scale Spitfire Mk.I and Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 lost wax brass undercarriage sets for the Tamiya kits. Five images of the brass parts are included.
I examine Exito's 1/48 scale decal set, "Luftwaffe Ground Attackers" Vol. 1. Images of the cover, the decal sheet and the frameable artwork are included.

10 July, 2019

John Miller reviews Eduard's 1/72 scale Fockker D.VII (OAW) ProfiPACK. 23 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals, marking guide, box top and five reference photos are included.
In the Gallery, Fabrice Fanton presents 31 images and a description of his largely scratch built improvement on the Hawk / Testor 1/48 scale Laird Solution.
Barracuda Studios has sent Preview images and information on their RAF Groundcrew Assembling 3" Rocket in 1/24 scale.

9 July, 2019

David Couche reviews Eduard's BRASSIN 1/48 scale Bf 109 G-6/U4 engine for Tamiya. 22 images of the resin nd photo-etched parts, instructions and box top are included.
Tonight I examine Xtradecal's 1/72 scale de Havilland Dominie/Rapide in Civilian Service. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
In the Gallery, Pat Donahue presents 12 images of his Eduard 1/72 scale Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat.

8 July, 2019

Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/48 scale RAF Tornado GR.4 Retirement Scheme decal sheet. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are incuded.
On Missing-Lynx, Al Bowie reviews Bronco's 1/35 scale British Army ATV Quad Bike and Trailer with Soldiers. 22 images of the plastic parts, including the figures, vinyl tyres, photo-etched fret and bax top are included.
Andrew Judson examines Meng's big brand new 1/35 scale Russian Air Defense Weapon System 96K6 PANTSIR-S1. 30 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.
Andrew also reviews Meng's 1/35 scale replacement resin wheels for their PANTSIR-S1 kit. Images of the packaging and the resin wheels are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

5 July, 2019

Tonight I review ICM's new 1/48 scale Dornier Do 217 N-1 Night Fighter. 23 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top are included.
David Couche examines Red Roo Models' 1/72 scale RAAF Lockheed Ventura Conversion Set. 18 images of the resin parts, decals, instructions, marking guide and box top are included.
In the Gallery, Tolga Ulgur presents 40 images and a descrription of his Tamiya 1/32 scale North American P-51D-10 Mustang, "Old Crow".

4 July, 2019

Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new article on his RS Models 1/48 scale Fokker D XXIII. 15 images are included.
David Couche reviews Eduard's BRASSIN 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-6 Radio Compartment for the new Tamiya kit. 15 images of the resin, photo-etched parts and instructions are included.
Tonight I examine Xtradecal's 1/72 scale de Havilland Dominie/Rapide in Military Service. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

3 July, 2019

The big beautiful Airfix 1/24 scale Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat has landed at Hannants - in stock and available to order now!
David Couche reviews Special Hobby's 1/48 scale Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Vc "Overseas Jockeys”. 30 images of the plastic, resin and photo-etched parts, decals, marking guide and instructions are included.
I examine Xtradecal's 1/72 scale RAF Tornado GR.4 / GR.4A Special & Retirement Schemes, including images of the decal sheet, cover and instructions.
Valiant Wings Publishing has announced that Airframe & Miniature No 13 - The Supermarine Spitfire Pt 2 (Griffon-powered) is now on press. Pre-ordered copies should be mailed out on Monday July 8th, and the book may be ordered from the Valiant Wings website.

2 July, 2019

Jennings Heilig presents a new Reference Feature: F4U Corsair Ammunition Containers - A Conundrum Explained. Eight reference photos, five illustrations and detailed text is included.
On Missing-Lynx, Al Bowie reviews Ryefield Model's 1/35 scale M4A3E8 Sherman “Easy Eight”. 23 images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.

1 July, 2019

On Missing-Lynx, I present seven images and a description of my Tasca / Asuka 1:35 scale Sherman III with Resicast's Deep Wading conversion.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

28 June, 2019

Ken Szeto presents a new Feature Article on his Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate with Cat Pilot. 13 images are included.
Tonight I examine Xtradecal's 1/48 scale de Havilland Tiger Moth Pt.3 - Overseas Operators. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.
David Couche examines Valiant Wings Publishing's "North Africa Campaign", Airframe and Miniature No.9. Images of the cover and eight sample pages are included.
Sprue Brothers is celebrating its 15th Anniversary, and they have posted a video of their past and present operations.

27 June, 2019

Tolga Ulgur presents 28 images and a description of his Hasegawa 1/32 scale Curtiss P-40K Warhawk in the Gallery.
I review Euro Decals' 1/72 scale Panavia Tornado GR.4/4A decals, including images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet. s
Fundekals has sent Preview images and information about their forthcoming 1/24 scale F6F-5 Hellcat decals and masks.
We have been advised that UMM-USA has stock of the Kazan Models F-14 Spine Detail Set as reviewed earlier this year on HyperScale.

26 June, 2019

David Couche reviews the brand new Airfix 1/48 scale Supermarine Spitfire FR Mk.XIV, including 19 images of the kit's parts, decals, marking schemes and box top.
I examine Xtradecal's 1/48 scale de Havilland Tiger Moth Pt. 2, Civil Schemes. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

25 June, 2019

Jon Bryon presents a big new Feature Article on building and foiling the "classic" Monogram 1/48 scale F-80C Shooting Star. 40 images, including plenty of progress photos, are included.
David Couche examines Exito Decals' 1/48 scale Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk Vb / VIII / IXe “Sexy Spitfires”. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

24 June, 2019

Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/72 scale HS Buccaneer S.2 Collection Pt.2. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
We have Preview images and information on Aerocraft Models' 1/48 scale Triebflugel brass undercsrriage set.
On Missing-Lynx, I review the brand new Ryefield Models 1/35 scale Volkswagen Type 82E (labelled German Staff Car Type 82E on the box presumably for trademark reasons). 15 images of the kit's plastic, photo-etched and vinyl parts, decals and box top are included.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

21 June, 2019

John Miller presents a new Feature Article on Czech Models' 1/48 scale Ryan FR Fireball. 20 images accompany John's detailed text.
Tonight I review Kazan Model Dynamics' 1/48 scale F-14A/B/D Wing Box Set. Eight images of the resin and photo-etched parts, instructions and box top are included.
I also examine Xtradecal's 1/48 scale de Havilland Tiger Moth Pt. 1, FAA, RAAF, RNZAF & SAAF. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
The 48ers announce that ANYZ as well as OzMods products are now available for Pre-Order @ 15% discount while the Fightertown Decals, ResKit as well as WandD Studio products are on 10% discount until June 26. Check out their website for more details.
Also, the latest publications from EagleAviation is now available. The Under The Skin series of books is designed for modellers and aviation enthusiasts and provide a wealth of detail regarding the plane on focus.

20 June, 2019

David Couche reviews Special Hobby's 1/72 scale Dassault Mirage F.1C/C-200 ‘Armee de l’Air’. 26 images of the kit's plastic parts, decals, marking guide, instructions, box art and two reference photos are included.
In the Gallery, Tolga Ulgur presents his Hasegawa's 1/32 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-9 conversion. 40 images are included.
We have Preview images and information on Hi-Decal Line's forthcoming 1/72 and 1/48 scale T-33A Shooting Star decals.
Valiant Wings Publishing has notified us that their tenth title in the Airframe Extra series covering The Battle Of Midway. Publication is scheduled for release in late July. Images and more details, plus pre-order information, are available on Valiant Wings' website.

19 June, 2019

Tonight I review Kinetic's 1/48 scale F-16XL-2 two-seater experimental fighter. Eleven images of the kit's new plastic parts, marking guide, decals and box top are included.
...and while we are talkng about experimental fighters, Roland Sachsenhofer presents a new article on his Hasegawa 1/72 scale Grumman X-29A. 14 images accompany Roland's text, including a number of construction shots.
David Couche examines Werner's Wings' 1/48 scale UH-1D/Hs in Vietnam and Beyond decals. Eight images of the cover, the instructions and the decals are included.
Horizon Models is holding their annual sale. They are packaging up their most popular kits with great prices and free international postage until the end of June. Check Horizon Models' website for more details.

18 June, 2019

Tonight I review Eduard's 1/48 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10 WNF / Diana ProfiPACK. Images of the new plastic and photo-etched parts, decals and box top are included.
David Couche examines Iliad Design's two 1/48 scale decals sets - MiG-19 / Shenyang J-6 and MiG-21F-13. Images of the decal sheets, covers and instructions for both sets are included.
Liveries Unlimited has sent us Preview information and 23 images for their forthcoming Boeing 737 & Il-28ZA Beagle decals.
GWH has also sent decal artwork for their forthcoming 1/72 scale F-14D Tomcat. I gave added this to the Preview page.

I have archived the What's New entries from January to May 2019. These may be found, along with all the other What's New archive pages dating back to 2008, at the bottom of this page. Earlier entries may be found in the Indexes.

17 June, 2019

In the Gallery, Rod Bettencourt presents nine images and a description of his Dragon 1/32 scale Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-3.
I examine Hi-Decal Line's 1/48 scale Il-28 RT / U Beagle / Mascot decals. Images of the instructions and the decal sheet are included.
On Missing-Lynx, Graham Carter reviews Hauler's 1/72 scale Haubitze M. 17(t). Three images of the completed model are included.
I was lucky enough to be visiting Puckapunyal Tank Museum on the way back home to Sydney last Monday when an M113 APC and MRV were being moved around. Tonight's Squadron ScaleWorkshop video follows the vehicles on the move in the yard at Pukka.

...and don't forget to check out the outstanding work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too.

14 June, 2019

Today's Squadron ScaleWorkshop video takes a look at military models in competition at the Australian Model Expo last weekend. View full screen to get the full benefit of the high definition images.
In the Gallery, Paul Sched presents four images and a description of his Academy 1/72 scale Boeing KB-29P Tanker.
David Couche reviews two Brengun 1/48 scale Luftwaffe Antenna Sets including reference photos, images of the photo-etched parts and the instructions.
Tonight I examine Hi-Decal Line's 1/48 scale Il-28 Beagle decals. Images of the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

13 June, 2019

I'm back from the Australian Model Expo in Melbourne, and in today's Squadron ScaleWorkshop video we take a look at aircraft models in competition. This is a selection from a total of greater than 840 models on the tables - another big show!
We have some photos of test shot sprues from Wingnut Wings' forthcoming 1/32 scale Handley Page O/400 abd Lancaster kits taken at the Australian Model Expo last weekend.
Tonight I review Xtradecal's 1/72 scale HS Buccaneer S.2 Collection Pt.1. Images of the cover, the instructions and the decal sheet are included.

10 June, 2019

I've been at the Australian Model Expo this weekend and will be taking a few days to get back to Sydney. I'll be back with regular updates from Thursday with news and photos from the show.

7 June, 2019

Tonight I review Eduard's PROFIPACK new tool 1/48 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8. 23 images of the kit parts, photo-etch, decals, marking schemes and box top are included.
Tim Nelson presents a big new Feature Article on his AB Model 1/72 scale Farman F.62 Goliath Civil Version. 28 images are included.
David Couche examines Valiant Wings Publishing "The Messerschmitt Bf 109 Late Serie", Airframe and Miniature No.11 by Richard A. Franks. Images of the cover plus a bunch of sample pages are included.
After almost seven years, the next edition of Spencer Pollard's limited-run magazine, "Cold War Modeller No. 3" is finally set to return. We have Preview information and nine sample spreads from the new issue.

6 June, 2019

The 48ers announces that for the next 7 days, the following product lines are all at 10% off: Amigo Models / Advanced Modelling, Furball Aero Design as well as Montex. Check out their website for more details.

5 June, 2019

David Couche reviews Brengun's 1:72 scale Rutan Quickie, including 15 images of the kit parts.
I'm heading down to Melbourne for the 2019 Model Expo this weekend at Sandown Park Exhibition Centre. I'll look forward to catching up with local HyperScale visitors there.

4 June, 2019

Tonight I present five images and a description of my Eduard 1/48 scale Hawker Tempest Mk.V Series 2 in the Gallery.
David Couche reviews Sword's 1/72 scale U-125A JASDF Air Rescue kit. 19 images of the plastic parts, decals, instructions, marking guide and box top are included.
Luke Pitt examines Eduard's BRASSIN 1/48 scale 60lb Rockets for the Tempest. Three images are included.

3 June, 2019