IPMS Number
44962
David Horn
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Hawker Sea Fury FB.11 Landing GearPublished: May 30, 2018 Scale Aircraft Conversions (SAC) manufactures white metal landing gear that is a direct replacement for the kits plastic landing gear. The metal landing gear offer greater strength over the kit parts as well as having most of the mold lines removed. At times the metal will be bent out of shape but that is easily corrected by bending it back to the correct shape. This set includes six… more |
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Messerschmitt Bf109G-6 Landing GearPublished: May 30, 2018 Scale Aircraft Conversions (SAC) manufactures white metal landing gear that is a direct replacement for the kits plastic landing gear. The metal landing gear offer greater strength over the kit parts as well as having most of the mold lines removed. At times the metal will be bent out of shape but that is easily corrected by bending it back to the correct shape. This set includes four… more |
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Tornado Exhaust NozzlesPublished: May 6, 2018 This update set is typical Aires, coming in a sturdy plastic package with foam backing and instructions tucked in between the cardboard back and plastic. First impression is how crisp the detail is on the internal afterburner nozzles and after burner cans. Mold release is non-existent however I still recommend washing the resin before use. Compared to the Revell kit parts, the Aires… more |
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AN/ALQ-184 (short) ECM podPublished: February 3, 2020 The AN/ALQ-184 is an electronic countermeasure pod carried by a variety of military aircraft and commonly seen on the F-16 and A-10. The ECM pods function is to jam and deceive the enemy radar. Eduard is known for a wide variety of high quality resin, photo etch and full kits. The AN/ALQ-184 Is part of their “Brassin” line which is a multi-media product that includes resin,… more |
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De Havilland Mosquito B Mk.IX/Mk.XVIPublished: November 8, 2017 Aircraft and HistoryThe De Havilland DH.98 Mosquito, commonly called “Mossie” or “Wooden Wonder” was a fast, twin engine multi-role aircraft developed and operated during WWII. The Mosquito could operate as a bomber or be fitted with guns (in the nose or in bomb bay) and operate as an effective fighter. Speed was one of the Mosquitos best defensive assets where this aircraft was… more |
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M230 Chain Gun Barrel (30mm) AH-64 ApachePublished: April 7, 2017 Packaged in a thin heat sealed pouches and one portion in a reinforced section with parts adhered to low tack tape. There are eight unique machined parts and a small photo etch (PE) fret. The duplicate photo etch parts may come in handy in case you mess up bending parts or you lose them. The PE is extremely thin, maybe twice the thickness of aluminum foil so take care. You will need to pick… more |
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EA-18G Growler "USS Ronald Reagan CVW-5 CAG" Limited editionPublished: April 5, 2017 Aircraft and HistoryThe EA-18G is one of the latest approach to airborne electronic warfare. It’s roots go back to WWII when the radar made it’s first appearance and something as simple as aluminum foil was dropped by aircraft with the intent of fooling enemy radar. Technology made rapid advancements as did radar systems. Various airframes were used over the years to employ “jamming… more |
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Ladder for F-15 EaglePublished: October 30, 2016 Plus Model, maker of fine detailed aftermarket products, just produced a ladder for the McDonnel Douglas F-15 Eagle. What is unique about this item is that it is injection molded instead of resin or photo etch that other companies make. Although this does require some assembly, being able to make fine adjustments to better fit the various kits is a real bonus. The kit comes in a sturdy… more |
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Ladder for SU-27Published: October 29, 2016 Plus Model, maker of fine detailed aftermarket products, just produced a ladder for the Russian SU-27 Flanker. What is unique about this item is that it is injection molded instead of resin or photo etch that other companies make. Although this does require some assembly, being able to make fine adjustments to better fit the various kits is a real bonus. The kit comes in a sturdy box… more |
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Ladder for F-4 Phantom IIPublished: October 27, 2016 Plus model, maker of fine detailed aftermarket products, just produced a ladder for the McDonnel Douglas F-4 Phantom II. What is unique about this item is that it is injection molded instead of resin or photo etch that other companies make. Although this does require some assembly, being able to make fine adjustments to better fit the various kits is a real bonus. The kit comes in a… more |