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Hi, I am a new modeler.
Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, August 30, 2007 6:47 AM

Hi.

 

 

I am a new modeler, my intrest is WWII subject and military helicopters. My favorite helicopter is the apache and I hope to get to build a few. I would like to build an Apache from the movie Fire Birds. That is my all time favorite movie and I couldn't wait to go see it!

 

 

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Posted by chopperfan on Thursday, August 30, 2007 10:34 AM
Sign - Welcome [#welcome] Geico. You.ve come to the right place. Jon ought to be along shortly. He should be able to help you with ALL your Apache questions.
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Posted by HeavyArty on Thursday, August 30, 2007 12:08 PM

The Apaches in "Fire Birds" were AH-64As.  In 1/48, the Hasegawa AH-64A is the best.  In 1/32, Revell's is a pretty good early A model.  Not sure about 1/72, but I think it is Hasegawa's again. 

As a side not, it was a decent movie, but you had to totally detach yourself from reality to believe it.  It was not really accurate in any way. 

Good luck.

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Posted by gdarwin on Thursday, August 30, 2007 2:17 PM
Smile [:)]wellcome to the forum,i am building a ah-64 apache,in 1;32 scale,its by revell.the kit went togeth great,i still have lots to do .hope you will look at the pic on photobucket.i think youwill have a great time here lots of help .again wellcome.   roy.
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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, August 30, 2007 7:26 PM

You have done a really good job on your ah-64 build. I am trying to get a better look at the movie and see what the tail number is of the bird that Tommy Lee Jones flew along with Nicolas Cage. I thing the "Bag" part was cool, not sure if it really happens or not. Thank you all for the welcome and information.

Gibt es eine commanche Modelle?

Was je maßstabgetreu zeichnet, ist am gemeinsamsten in Angriffenhubschraubern ist, was ich bauen werde.

Are there any commanche modelles avalible? That is my favorite helicopter and would very much like to have one to display at mien haus. Vielen vielen Dank!

GEICO

So easy a Caveman can do it.

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Posted by HeavyArty on Thursday, August 30, 2007 9:34 PM

 GEICO wrote:
Are there any commanche modelles avalible?

Italeri/Revell did a couple, one in 1/72 and one in 1/48 I believe.  They are out of production though (cancelled), just like the real thing.

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, August 31, 2007 7:07 AM
So I will try to find one now.
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Posted by supercobra on Friday, August 31, 2007 5:01 PM

Firebirds.  Great movie.  A very accurate portrayal of Army helicopter pilots. 

If you liked that movie you would love "Home Fries"!

 

 

 

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Posted by ikar01 on Friday, August 31, 2007 10:45 PM

I think I know where I can get you a 1/72nd model of the Commanche if you're interested.

 

My favorite copter was the H-43 Pedro.  It wasn't a smooth ride but it got the job done.

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, September 1, 2007 9:10 PM
Yes, I would be very much intrested.



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Posted by HeavyArty on Sunday, September 2, 2007 9:33 AM

Just saw a couple 1/72 Italeri RAH-66 Comanche models at the Ft Bliss PX yesterday.  I would assume it is back in production/circulation if they have them.

Good luck.

Gino P. Quintiliani - Field Artillery - The KING of BATTLE!!!

Check out my Gallery: https://app.photobucket.com/u/HeavyArty

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Posted by chopperfan on Monday, September 3, 2007 2:17 PM
 HeavyArty wrote:

Just saw a couple 1/72 Italeri RAH-66 Comanche models at the Ft Bliss PX yesterday.  I would assume it is back in production/circulation if they have them.

Good luck.

Yep!! Kit #058. Just checked Italeri and MRCs sites and they are listed.

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