http://aeroscale.co.uk/Scale Aircraft Modelling Community - Features, Forums, Gallery, and More.en-ushttp://aeroscale.co.uk/rss/rss_9.xmlSteffen Arndt (alpha_tango) has built Rest Models' 1:48 scale all resin Heinkel He112 model and found it to be a very enjoyable build thanks to the high level of quality of the kit. The final result is superb out of the box as you can see in this photo feature.....http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2854Andrew Beard (cmot70) has sent us a detailed build report of his 1:48 scale Fiat G.55A model. This is the Special Hobby kit in the "Post War Service" boxing. Andrew chose to do finish the aircraft in post war markings of the Egyptian Air Force.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2853Here is a photo report of the C4 Open Model Expo that took place in Malmö in October 2009. The feature is of course focused on aircraft models. A big thank you to Magnus Fridsell (magnusf) for having played the Aeroscale reporter there.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2852Modelimex have released details of MPM's new version of their resin Delfin with decals for a trio of new colour schemes.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5909Modelimex have released shots of Roden's new largescale Siemens-Schuckert D.III.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5908Sergey Kosachev has anounced three new superdetailed resin engines to debut at the Telford show.http://aeroscale.co.uk/http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5900A inbox review of Eduard's latest offering, the magnificent BAC Lightning Mk.1A/Mk.2 (F.1A/F.2), in 1/48th.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4628The focus turns to Tamiya, and the Spitfire Mk. IX and its designer in particular, in the second of HLJ's reports from this year's Tokyo Model Show.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5893Here's a look at the excellent low cost G35 dual-action airbrush from The Airbrush Company (Airbrushes.com).http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4627Eduard have released a highly detailed set of etched parts for their recent Messerschmitt Bf 110G-2.http://aeroscale.co.uk/http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4626DACO Products have sent us some infos about their new US Navy F-4 Phantom book which is now available. Judging from the preview pictures, it looks as if it would be a worthwhile addition to every collection of Phantom enthusiasts.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5892Here is a photo report of this years Merchweiler Model Expo. It is of course focused on aircraft subjects. It's amazing how many different high quality models are displayed on such shows. It's always very inspiring...http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2840Esteban Murador (ModelAces) has sent us some images of his fine looking 1:32 scale Bf 109 E-4 model. No it's not the Eduard kit, but the "old" Hasegawa one. Esteban choose to paint the aircraft in the colors of Adolf Galland's machine and added some historical notes to the article.....http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2841Here's a look at Ryszard Holak's superb He 51B-2 floatplane fighter built from the Silver Wings resin kit.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2839Steffen Arndt examines Vector's superb resin correction set designed for the HobbyBoss FM-2.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4624Platz are re-releasing on of their popular decal sheets that's been unavailable for some time - a striking F-2B JASDF 50th Anniversary scheme.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4623Here's a look at Platz's etched cockpit set (produced by Eduard) for the quarterscale Hasegawa T-4. http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4600Pheon Models specialise in decals for WWI aircraft. This review is for their latest release concerning the Fokker D.VII aircraft of Jasta 40 under Carl Degelow. The decals are available in 1:72 and 1:48 scales.. . .http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4606As one of their latest tie-ins with Eduard, Platz have released a detailed set of etched upgrades for Hasegawa's F-2A.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4601Neil Page looks at Paul Stipdonk's and Michael Meyer's "Die Deutsche Luftwaffe - Zerstörer- und Nachtjagdverbände" book series.http://aeroscale.co.uk/http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4609HobbyLink Japan have released the first of their Tokyo Show Podcasts - this one focussing on Hasegawa's new releases.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5880If you want to give Hasegawa's 1:48 scale A6M3 Zero a second youth, then I can highly recommend the new photo etched set Eduard have just released for the kit. However, you will have to work yourself through plenty of small detail parts!http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4610Platz have released a set of custom-printed Cartograph decals offering an almost bewildering selection of Raptor unit options.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4603Here's a look at Grub Street's account of the evolution of the JAAF fighter force, featuring a detailed study of its units and aces.http://aeroscale.co.uk/http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4591Welcome aboard to our newest member, Campbell Mcaulay (crookedmouth), who's dived straight in with a Full-Build Review of Classic Airframes' Fairey Gannet. Keep 'em coming Campbell! http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4605Here's a look at new Japanese decals and etched upgrades from Platz for Italeri's Sea Dragon. http://aeroscale.co.uk/http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4602Here is a review of Eduard's TBF-1 Self-Adhesive interior set for the 1:48 scale Hobby Boss kit. A fine photo etched set if you want to dress up the inside of your Avenger model without doing too many efforts.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4599If you like to plan well in advance, here is a list of the MPM release program until July 2010. There are no pictures for the moment but it is nevertheless interesting. You can already start to save some money!http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5865Here are some photos of Steffen Arndt's 1:48 scale P-40 N-1 "Burma Banshee" model. The base is a modified P-40M from Hasegawa and the typical Death Head nose art was artistically modified by the author to match the one of the real aircraft. http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2828Here are some photos of Hermann E. Kopper's (hkopper) 1:48 scale Eduard Fw 190 A-8. Hermann won the Aeroscale Model of the Month September contest with a highly detailed model which wasn't an easy build for sure!http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2827Ben Micklem explores the secretive world of Britain's photo-reconn developments and lifts the lid on a little-known design, the P.D.U.1, combining data from the original proposal with his own artwork.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2823Do you use Primer paint prior to final finishing on your models - always, sometimes, never? http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=NS-Polls&file=index&pollID=323A true new tooling Spitfire PR XIX, from one of our favorite childhood manufacturers.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4590Platz have extended their range of 1:144 kits with a great little 2-in-1 Vietnam-era Skyhawk pack.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4589The up and coming manufacturer "Fly" has been providing the modeling community with gems since they began. Their typical low pressure injected moulded kits are reminiscent of the the early Blue Max series without white metal extras. Now they have released their best yet. Filling the gap on our display shelves with a very reasonable 1:48 version of the Roland D.VI a & b types.....http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4584Here's a first glimpse of an exciting new range of aircraft modelling books from Barracuda Studios.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5853If you have a soft spot for unusual variants of well know aircraft or if you like French WWII Armée de l'Air subjects, then Azur's new 1:48 scale V-156F "Vindicator in French Navy service" is made for you. The kit is a mix of original Accurate Miniatures plastic parts with additional plastic, resin and photo etched parts. All in all a great package!....http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4583Here's a look ahead to three new resin sets due anytime now from Pavla Modelshttp://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5852Here are pics of Borys Szczypka's impressive build of Silver Wings' resin He 51B in Kondor Legion colours.http://aeroscale.co.uk/http://www.aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2819Silver Wings have followed their superb 1:32 resin He 51 with an equally stunning looking kit of the Fw 44 Stieglitz. And hot on its heels will be a 1:48 Supermarine Seagull.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5850As a prelude to what should be one of their excellent video Show Reports, HLJ have released some pics and details of Tamiya's forthcoming Spitfire Mk. IX.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5848Allen Berry looks at DMold Modelworks' new resin full-depth intakes - an important upgrade for Hasegawa's quarterscale British Phantom.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4574We've had to make do with a couple of pics and a boxtop... until now! AFV Club have realeased pics showing a test of their quarterscale Tiger II from every angle.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5845Hasegawa’s typical excellent model with crisp molding and fidelity of detail promises an excellent model. The pioneer Ki-61 68th Flight Regiment, with its popular camouflage and markings, offers the opportunity to build an eye-catching model.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4570Steffen Arndt looks at Vector's superb new quarterscale resin wheel well correction set designed for the Tamiya and ICM Mustangs.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4563Falcon's Spitfire Special offers a selection of 16 exquisitely moulded vacuform canopies for quarterscale Spitfires and Seafires from first to last.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4559Terri Werner brings us photos of her extensively scratch-detailed Roden Fokker D.VII.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=2812Eduard have released additional ZOOM photoetched frets for their 1:48 scale Grumman F6F Weekend edition kits, in case you regret not to have the PE parts in the box.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4561This is the basic 'weekend edition' kit, which has no photo-etched metal parts, no masks and one marking option. The plastic components of this kit were first released in 2000, I believe. This edition was released in September 2009. . .http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=4551They say you can never have too many Spitfires! Well, AZ Model certainly agree with that, because they've released a whole new series of early Spits, including PR aircraft.http://aeroscale.co.uk/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=5835