well I really don't follow the rules.
I did like the way the new style war birds were painted, so I went for it.
What I decided for the stand was to get a plaque (done) get a wire hanger(check) drill in the side of plaque, 1/2 between face and back. take the hanger and cut 2 straight pieces about 5 inches. bend to desired shape. then drill into the blank ends of the engines. slide the model on the hangers and never touch again