Quickboost continues its aftermarket parts for the 1/48 Kinetic S-2F Tracker family with a part labeled as the Tracker’s radar. First and foremost, this isn't part of the radar. It is really the MAD (Magnetic Anomaly Detector) boom which extends from the back of the plane as it looks for submarines. A good picture of the boom extended is: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:S-3A_VS-32_1982.JPEG#/media/Fil….

In looking through internet pics, it looks like the boom was always retracted while on the ground.

The parts for this set are a two-part boom – the extension boom and the detector end. You trim off the two parts and glue them together, then add to the back of the plane. The resin is perfectly cast with no issues at all. You will notice in the picture that the Quickboost set is thicker and more representative to the actual boom, so some widening of the hole will be needed.. The kit MAD boom is also two parts and glues together reasonably well. The Aires part is much easier and a real time saver as there are no seams or worries about getting a flat spot sanding.

If you are extending the boom, this part is a requirement. If retracted, it will make a nice enhancement for a reasonable price. Recommended. My thanks to Quickboost and IPMS/USA for the chance to review it.