Michael Novosad
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Phantom Airframe Data (Stencil Type)Published: April 2, 2020 This decal sheet provides the extensive F-4 Phantom airframe data (including panel numbers/labels) for either an F-4B or F-4J. The airframe data provided is the painted (open stencil) type of markings commonly seen in the mid/late 1960's into the early 1970's on reworked USN/USMC F-4B and F-4J Phantoms (illustration shows the F-4J but the F-4B specific markings are provided). Note that… more |
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Tiger I German Army Heavy Tank Eastern Front, Summer 1943Published: March 28, 2020 Information from the PublisherThe Tiger I tank, probably the most famous German armoured vehicle of the Second World War, might have been a war-winning, break-through weapon if it had been produced in sufficient numbers and if it had been introduced earlier on the Eastern Front, before the balance of strength had tipped towards the Soviet Union. At the Battle of Kursk there were not… more |
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A-26B-15 InvaderPublished: January 10, 2022 Brief History (from Wikipedia)The Douglas A-26 Invader (designated B-26 between 1948 and 1965) is an American twin-engined light bomber and ground attack aircraft. Built by Douglas Aircaft Company during World War II, the Invader also saw service during several major Cold War conflicts. A limited number of highly modified United Sates Air Force aircraft served in Southeast Aisa… more |
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F-4J Phantom - Base Kit Construction, Part 1Published: February 26, 2020 Brief History (Exerpts from Wikipedia)The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is a two-seat, twin engine, all-weather, long-range supersconic jet fighter-bomber and interceptor originally developed for the United States Navy by McDonald Aircraft. It first entered service in 1960 with the Navy. Proving highly adaptable, it was also adopted by the United States Marine Corps and the… more |
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F-4J Phantom New Ware Exhaust Masks, Part 4Published: April 22, 2020 The KitRefer to Part 1 for the base construction of this fine model kit. Aftemarket Accessories UsedSeveral months ago I had the opportunity to review the New Ware exhaust mask set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom sometime later. However with the opportunity to build and review the "J" version I decided now is the time to utilize… more |
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AFV Stryker DragoonPublished: February 10, 2020 Brief History from WikipediaThe IAV (Interim Armored Vehicle) Stryker is a family of eight-wheeled armored fighting vehicles derived from the Canadian LAV III. Stryker vehicles are produced by General Dynamics Land Systems Canada for the United Staes Army. It has 4-wheel drive (8×4) and can be switched to all-wheel drive (8×8). The vehicle is named for two unrelated U.S. soldiers… more |
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F-4J Phantom Hypersonic Models Stabilator Upgrade, Part 3Published: February 9, 2020 Hypersonic Modele Stabilator upgrade $8.67 Hypersonic Models Web Site: https://www.hypersonicmodels.com/products/1-48-resin/ The Zoukei Mura KitRefer to Part 1 for the construction of this fine model kit. There have been a number of positive reviews for the Zoukei Mura F-4 Phantom series of… more |
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F-4J Phantom and New Ware F-4J/S Phantom EXPERT Canopy Masks, Part 5Published: February 6, 2020 The Zoukei Mura KitRefer to Part 1 for the base construction of this fine model kit. New Ware masks are part NWAM0332 and cost $8.62 Aftemarket Accessories UsedSeveral months ago I had the opportunity to review the New Ware Expert Kabuki canopy mask set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom sometime later. However with the opportunity… more |
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F-4J Phantom with Hypersonic Models Canopy Upgrade, Part 2Published: February 27, 2020 Aftemarket Accessories UsedSeveral months ago I had the opportunity to review the following Hypersonic Models aftermarket accessory set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom. However with the opportunity to build and review the "J" version I decided now is the time to utilize this set. Since the Zoukei Mura Phantom has had its share of reviews I will… more |
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Messerschmitt Me 410 A-1Published: January 27, 2020 ContentsThis book is a compilation of the 4-view colour profile, scale plans and photo details of the single variant of the Messerschmitt Me 410 A-1. Scale plans in 1/72 ( the Italeri kt is available) and 1/48 (Meng and Revell kits are available) scales plus drawings from wartime technical manuals. Also included are photos of the aircraft details in black and white and colour.… more |