Today was the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, so it made me think of some of my old space models, and from there I went to hosting a “Race Into Space” GB. Don't think there has ever been a Group Build dedicated solely to space subjects on this forum, so I figured I would float the idea here and see if there was any interest.
I had the idea that the Group Build would start on Oct. 4, 2018, the anniversary of the launch of Sputnik, and end on July 20, 2019 (the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing). About 9 months. If you can birth a baby in 9 months, you should be able to build a model.
The rules are going to be pretty relaxed. If you are currently working on something, and all you have to do is put the decals on, then go ahead and enter. If you want to take an existing model and redo it, then that's okay too. Just show us what you've done and post some pictures of the process.
What is allowed? Almost anything used by the space programs, including vehicles, ships, aircraft, automobiles (those gold Corvettes owned by the Apollo 12 crew would qualify), test craft, buildings, experimental test beds, monkeys, etc. Just show how it's connected, and you're good to go!
Time frame is from 1945 to the present. From V2's to Falcon Heavy Lifter. From X1 to X37b. I might even accept Skylon, if you ask nicely.
Some qualifications about the GB. I would like to find someone who will co-host. I don't think it will matter, but you never can tell about my health. Also, I would like to get at least 10 people to sign up.
Why 10? Well, because that means that probably 5 will actually complete something! It's a GB statistic that most Group Builds only have half of the participants complete their models, so getting at least 5 complete builds will make it worthwhile.
So with that said, you can post what a delightful idea this GB is, or tell me what an idiot I am for suggesting such an endeavor. Either way, you're probably right!
Gary