Alley Cat have released two conversions sets for the popular Airfix 1/48 Sea Vixen FAW 2. The conversion set will enable the FAW 1 to be be built as well as a set for the early FAW 2 with the flat navigators cockpit section. Alley Cat are also releasing a canopy and mask set for the FAW 2.

IBEX Models", a new company in the market, is making out their first step in the plastic injection models. Their first product is the T-6A Texan II in 1/48 scale.

Raymond Chung has released CAD images of Kinetic Models next release, the C-2A Greyhound.

Squadron Signal Publications have anounced the latest subject in their "In Action" series of hugely useful aircraft studies - the F-22 Raptor.

The latest resin upgrade set from SBS Model is designed for the well-received 1:72 Zvezda MiG 21 bis.

Mustang fever is brewing in anticipation of the forthcoming Tamiya 1:32 kit. Eagle Editions are preparing a major new series of EagleCals devoted to the P-51D, avaailble in all three major modelling scales.

Caracal models are a decal manufacturer from the U.S.A, and is operated by a modeler with a passion of military aviation.
They approach the design process from a modeler's point of view, and aim to strike a balance between ease of use, accuracy and good design.

Master Details is proud to announce the launch of our newest model detail kit. a P-47D Thunderbolt Horizontal Stabilizer and Elevator Assemblies set for the Hasegawa 1/32nd P-47D Thunderbolt kit.

After years in the doldrums, the wonderful Sea Vixen is firmly back in the limelight as a kit subject.

This really looks set to be the summer of BIG Skyraiders, as Trumpeter have unveiled CAD images of their forthcoming kit.

Trumpeter have revealed CAD shots of their new 1:72 kit of the exciting Chengdu J-20 stealth fighter prototype.

Hobby Boss have sent us CAD pictures of their forthcoming An-2/An-2CX due for release soon.

The Aviation Workshop have released a new book which covers the main types of aircraft used by the US Navy and Marine Corps Aviation during 1919 to 1941.

Freightdog has sent us a bit of aftermarket fun for some 1:72 kits.

Hobby Boss have now released the F-84E Thunderjet in 1/32nd.

Rising decals have released two new sets of decals for Japanese aircraft in 1/72nd scale. Both these sets have a civilian twist to them.

June looks set to be a cracking month if MPM Production's line-up is anything to go by, with something to suit almost every aircraft modelling taste.

CMK have a rich and varied line-up for us this month with something for all aircraft modelling tastes, but star of the show for many of us must surely be the 1:72 General Aircraft GAL-41 under their Planet Models banner - a real treat for all rare bird enthusiasts.

Valom have an exciting line-up this month with their eagerly awaited 1:72 Bristol Buckmaster and Dassault Ouragan ready for release.

Alex Sulla has sent us details of his latest North Star releases.

KP Models are pleased to announce that the Su-25 UB/UBK is now out.

Two new books are available from Osprey this month. The first covers the 19,000 German ‘volunteers’ who formed an aviation group called the Legion Condor. The second title is Kamikaze: Japanese Special Attack Weapons 1944–45.

AFV Club have released a F-5E in the markings of the Swiss and Austrian air forces.

Anigrand Craftwork have announced a few future release's for the next couple of months.

Having already released the Convair XP5Y-1 Tradewind last year, Anigrand craftwork have followed up with the production version, the Convair R3Y-2 Tradewind, in 1/144th.

SBS Model have released their latest cockpit upgrade, a complete replacement "office" for Hasegawa's 1:48 Kawanishi N1K2-J Shidenkai (George).

Tamiya have announced three release's at the recent 2011 Shizuoka Hobby Show.
The most anticipated is the 1/32 P-51D Mustang, which has a wealth of unique features incorporated into the kit.

Need something to hang off your U.S aircraft, then you will be pleased to see Trumpeter have released a set of U.S. Aircraft Weapons - Missile in 1/32nd.

RB Model's have continued to widen their offer in turned barrels. This time we have another set of 20mm barrels for the Spitfire with the C and E type wings in 1/32 scale.

Trumpeter has published on their website a new 1/32nd kit in their stable to offer the dedicated big scale Luftwaffe modelers. A Bf-109E-4/Trop.

Italeri have released a 1/48th EA-6B Prowler, which does appear to be a re-boxed Kinetic kit.

No sooner then the dust has settled on a certain U.S Special forces operation, then the model manufacturer's start jumping on the proverbial bandwagon. So with that in mind, Italeri have released a 1/48th UH-60 Black Hawk "Night Raid".

Squadron products have sent us details of some New SuperScale International Decals.

Scale Aviation Modeller International Volume 17 Issue 6 (June 2011) is available. Here's a look at it's content.

Here's a look at the content of Model Aircraft Volume 10 Issue 6 (June2011).

With the release of three 1/48th variants of the J-10 Vigorous Dragon from Trumpeter, another is slated for release in September. This version will be the J10AY of the Ba Yi Aerobatic Team.

Unicraft Models latest release's sees a whole host of Luft 46 designs take form in 1/72nd scale.

Hasegawa's June release's see's the return of several already released aircraft in different schemes.

Why are they so cruel... Wingnut Wings have updated their website to show teaser pics of their models in development.

Pegasus Hobbies is working to expand their series of 1/48 E-Z Snapz Kits.

Eduard's releases for June has the 1/48th Lysander Mk.IIIA, 2 boxings of the Fw 190, and 3 1/48 Brassin sets. Revells 1/32nd Hawk also gets a colour P.E set interior along with a set of seatbelts.

A new company to me, Tarangus AB based in Sweden are in the process of creating a 1/48 scale injected plastic SAAB Lansen. Masters are being prepared and Fredrik Zetterberg the President of Tarangus AB is expecting production to start soon. We at Aeroscale will of course keep you updated with developments and images.

I always look forward to news from Pavla about their latest releases, and as usual there are some crackers. There are superb looking cockpit set for the Italeri/Supermodel Aermacchi MB 326, a conversion set to Spitfire PR Mk.IA, PR Mk.IV, PR Mk.VII for the Airfix Mk I kit. Decals and vac formed canopies are included. Finally a replacement vac formed canopy for the Revell 1/72 B-17. No images just yet of the Flying Fortress canopy, but as soon as we receive it we will post it.

Details and images of the future release of two much anticipated kits from HobbyBoss in 1/48 scale: the F3H-2 Demon and the Yak-38/Yak-38M Forger A

Billing Boats USA have sent us details of the Spraycraft airbrushes offering modellers top quality performance in a range of affordable packages.

Dragon Models has announced a 1/144 Stealth Helicopter, kit 4628 as part of their Warbird Series.

Kagero Books have released a new monograph about the early versions of the plane which ruled the skies in Spain and the early WW2 battlefronts - the Messerschmitt Bf-109

Aviaelogy have sent us details of their first hardcover book – Volume One of a detailed study of Early Canadian Miliary Aircraft.

Some stunning images from Zoukei-Mura Inc of their much anticipated future release of the 1/32 Skyraider A-1H.

Good lighting on the workbench is essential, and I find a magnifier is a great help in tackling intricate assemblies and aftermarket sets. Shesto Ltd have announced a very useful desktop magnifying lamp, part of a range of lighting solutions for modellers.