Civil aviation group build Mar 3, 2007 to Dec 17, 2007

gulfstreamV wrote:

Well OK, The work continues on the little 1/48 Modelcraft 172. Slow progress here trying to get the interior buttoned up. The kit is not all that detailed, so I attempted some scratchbuild stuff to make it more interesting. It's not nearly 100% accurate, just trying to make the best of it? Back to the Bench!

What a beautiful job on the interior of the Cessna, gulfstreamV!  The level of detailing and scratchbuilding makes me VERY envious!  That is gonna be aone special bird when it's done!

Brian 

Here is the ATC badge from Microscale 48-236, for a C-47.  I do believe it is the only sheet I have with a good rendition of the badge.  I've erased the surrounding blue background left over from the decal paper backing, but it is still there on the area behind the badge itself.  On the C-47 there was a yellow stripe behind it.  Looks like the silver showed through on your photo.

Aaronw wrote:

Glad to see this is still going, sorry to have abandoned the GB I started but its just been crazy busy at work. I'm still trying to keep up with things (changes in builds etc) and will be continuing my build when I get some time. Everything is looking great so far.

) Then maybe I can put the wings on and put a coat of primer on it with my trusty badger lg. Took it out of the box for a WIP pic...

Hey Guys,

I like the builds here in this group build.  It has Cessna's, a Super Guppy, and all kinds of cool stuff.  Can I join in?  I have a 707-320B going.  I'm not sure how I'm going to paint it.  I have a few ideas.  Do you guys have any suggestions?

Semper Fi,

Chris

Cool with me, but I'm not the admin of this build.

I've been coasting lately: working on other builds.  But I'm
almost ready to get back on track with my Do228-100 build.

ridleusmc wrote:

Hey Guys, I like the builds here in this group build.  It has Cessna's, a Super Guppy, and all kinds of cool stuff.  Can I join in?  I have a 707-320B going.  I'm not sure how I'm going to paint it.  I have a few ideas.  Do you guys have any suggestions?   Semper Fi, Chris

Sure you are welcome to join in but you only have a little over a month left.

I'm finally getting a couple of days off so I think I'll be able to finish my twin beech at least. Where does the time go.

Great,

A month limit shouldn't be a problem.  This one's pretty basic and I'm going wheels up.  It's kind a diversion between big expensive kits with aftermarket goodies.  The landing gear doors didn't fit very well.

Semper Fi,

Chris

Uh yeah.
I wasn't gonna say anything.. but that kit looks like a nightmare!

IL2windhawk wrote:

Uh yeah. I wasn't gonna say anything.. but that kit looks like a nightmare!

Yes, Yes it does.  It'll look better shortly

Semper Fi,

Chris

Dan,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Take care and keep fighting it. 

Semper Fi,

Chris

So sorry to hear about your illness, Dan.  I wish you and your family all of God's blessings.

Update on the Do228-100 arctic explorer.
Should be done in less than a week.

My 707 is done.  I underestimated building an airliner, and I didn't give it the attention it needed to be a great model.  I think I could've done better if I hadn't rushed it.  However, it looks nice on the shelf.  I put it next to a poster from work which makes them both look nice. 

Semper Fi,

Chris

That is a beauty, Ridle.
You really did a nice job on her.

I don't see enough airliner models.  Someday I will try one :)
The 707 is an excellent choice.  Such an elegant design.

Hey, one idea that you might try:
If you haven't already clear coated the wood base, you
can apply a water-based wood stain.  Here's a Mig that
I just did recently.    Then clear coat the base.

Cheers.
gotta go put another coat of Matte on the arctic birdy.

You're absolutely right.  I know I have to do it, but I just haven't had a chance...

Excuses, excuses right?

BTW Great looking Foxbat.  Those engines are HUGE.

jeaton, You should finish one of those airliners.  They look so good with their glossy finishes and clean lines.  Someday, I'll do a 747. 

My plan when buying the kit was to build Led Zeppelin's Tour plane, "The Starship," from their '73 and '75 North American tours.  However, the Pan Am colors looked much better than the Maroon and Gold LZ plane.  Gears were shifted quickly. 

Chris

I just need to touch-up a couple areas, then she'll be done.

Sharp looking except for those big feet!  Those are some serious skis aren't they.  You got a nice gloss on the paint, I like that.

So I suppose you are a fighter jock in IL2?

Yep.  IL2 is the best prop sim available.
I'm a regular on the WarClouds server, in the HyperLobby.

You?

Here's a few screenies from the sim;

jeaton01 wrote:

Need to get that head sensor thingy, though.

Track IR?  Oh yeah... that's a must.

If you want to save a little bit on it, you can probably pick
up the older TrackIR3pro, which is almost as good, and much
cheaper now that is the older model. 

Feel free to look me up when you're ready to go flying online.

Completed!  One day before the deadline.

more pictures here:
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I regret that I could not build more aircraft for this GB.  It was fun.