Author: Chuck Davis
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Wingnut Wings 1/32 Pfalz D.XII
In a reversal of real-life 1918, Wingnut Wings has placed its 1/32 scale Pfalz D.XII in production ahead of the vaunted Fokker D.VII. But while modelers seem to desire the D.VII, Wingnut’s Pfalz does not play second fiddle to any other large-scale World War I airplane.
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Wingnut Wings 1/32 scale Hansa-Brandenburg W.29
Details abound in this W.29 model kit, with a well-equipped gunner’s position behind the cockpit and engine.
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Wingnut Wings 1/32 scale Gotha IV
With a 30″ wingspan, Wingnut Wings’ Gotha is a big model — and it doesn’t skimp on the details.
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Valom 1/48 scale Antonov An-2
Provided you’re willing to spend time checking and adjusting fit, Valom’s Colt will make a good addition to your collection.
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Roden 1/32 scale Sopwith Triplane
I spent 29 hours on my triplane, and I am pleased with the model kit — except for the glaring lack of instrument decals.
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Platz 1/144 scale Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat
Build two, they’re small! Platz delivers a pair of pint-sized but well-detailed Hellcats in this kit. The models include cockpit, wheel well, and engine detail that rivals some larger-scale Grummans.
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Pacific Coast Models 1/32 scale Hurricane Mk.I
Early versions of Hawker’s iconic Hurricane featured fabric-covered wings and heavy, two-bladed wooden propellers.
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Platz 1/144 scale A-4E and A-4F Skyhawk
Platz includes parts for two complete jets in the box. Now all we need is a 1/144 scale Essex- or Midway-class carrier to display them. Or maybe a Christmas tree?
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HobbyBoss 1/48 scale Tornado IDS
Expected to remain in Royal Air Force service for many years, the swing-wing Tornado has flown missions in Desert Storm as well as Afghanistan and Iraq.
