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Our autumn crossword competition
is open to all Club members, with
one adult and one junior (aged 14
or under) entry being drawn at the
close of the competition.
3. Someone who builds kits (5,5)
6. Where the Titanic was built
9. The tokens on the boxes are called Flying .....
10. The name of Mitsubishi's iconic fighter
11. Tank named after a Prime Minister
14. Short for propeller
15. A model scene
17. Where Airfix is based now
18. R J Mitchell's masterpiece
21. Surname of Airfix's founder
The great prize is a year’s subscription to
Airfix Model World Magazine for adult
members and a year’s subscription to
How It Works Magazine for Junior
members. Once you have completed the
crossword, send the original or, if you
don’t want to cut up your magazine, a
photocopy or scanned image is acceptable.
You can email your scanned answers to
comp@entryairfix.com or post the entry
to Airfix Issue 17 Competition, PO Box 24,
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, UK.
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Down
1. What comes before cement?
2. Airfix's favourite paint
4. The parent company of Airfix
5. Normal colour of Airfix's plastic
7. The county town of Lancashire
8. Name of the Spitfire's first engine
12. The RAF's most numerous fighter in 1940
13. The kit frame is called a ....
16. What the Red Arrows fly
19. The number of crew in a Mosquito
20. The colour of British Paratroopers berets
In either case, please quote your name,
address and membership number. In the
case of junior members, please state your
age (14 years or under). Closing date for
entries is 28th November 2011.
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Competition Results
1. The winners of the competition will be the first two (one adult and one junior aged 14 or under) drawn from
the all correct entries received by the closing date of 28th November 2011.
2. The competition is limited to one entry per current member of the Airfix Club.
3. The results of the competition will be published in Issue 18 of the Airfix magazine and the winners notified
by post.
4. The competition is not open to employees of Hornby Hobbies Ltd., their agents or families.
5. No correspondence to be entered into in conjunction with the competition.
6. The Airfix Club accepts no responsibility for entries lost in the post or defaced or damaged in any way.
7. No cash equivalent is available.
8. The judges’ decision is final.
The winner of our adult competition in Issue 17, receiving an example of the Airfix A50060 Western Front set in
1:76 scale is: Mr N Antrobus, Member 502771 from West Sussex. Congratulations! Your prize is being sent
out shortly from the Airfix offices in Margate.
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The answer to the competition question was (a) the armaments.
And the answers to the junior competition questions were:
1. The USA.
2. Long Wheel Base.
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Contents
What’s more, our seasonal festivities draw closer too,
so it’s also a good time to plan ahead and do some
shopping for the Airfix modellers in your life - or just
spoil yourself!
2011 Roadshow Events.......2
Diary Dates & Discounts.....3
Curtiss P-40B & Mitsubishi
A6M2b Zero....................4-5
Curtiss P-40B & Mitsubishi
A6M2b Zero Model Build....6-7
Airfix commemorates Attack
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Tornado F3.................10-11
Members’ Photos &
Members’ Letters......12-13
Humbrol Primer & Paint
Hints & Tips....................14
Special Club Member
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editorial
We have negotiated some great discounts for Club
members against your Airfix purchases, the details
of which are contained in this issue of your Airfix
magazine.
We have also negotiated reduced entry to some key UK transport related Museums, open
throughout the autumn and winter, also detailed in this issue, so take along this magazine
plus your membership card to benefit.
Remember, too, there is discounted entry to the Hornby Visitor Centre in Margate, where
you can also stock up on your winter Airfix needs in the Visitor Centre Shop, so here again,
don’t forget to take your Airfix membership card along. You can now enjoy some tasty
refreshments too, including hot food, at the recently opened Just the Ticket Café in the
Visitor Centre complex...Have fun!
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where indicated.
Special Autumn Events at the Heritage Motor Centre,
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22nd Oct to 30th Oct 2011: Planes, Trains and Automobiles Week,
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your children or grandchildren.There will also be a children's Ladybird
play area with books and activities to enjoy.
23rd October: Large Model Aircraft Show.
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The kit, under reference A50014, is a 1:48 scale Dogfight Double
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THE CURTISS P-40B...
1:72 SCALE
The newly tooled Curtiss P-40B makes its entrance into the
2011 Airfix series of military aircraft shortly. Modelled in 1:72
scale, under reference A01003, the new aircraft has a length
of 134mm, width of 158mm with 47 pieces to construct.
It comes in one finish option - the 1st American Volunteer Group,
China as flown in 1941.
You can see the ‘real thing’
housed at the Imperial War Museum
at Duxford, near Cambridge, where it is also
often displayed as part of the Flying Legends Show.
The Curtiss P-40, designed by Donovan Berlin in the USA, was
manufactured by the Curtiss-Wright Corporation and flew for the
first time on 14th October 1938.
Its role was as a fighter aircraft and between 1939 and the end of its
production in 1944, it was used by several air forces, including the USAAF, the
RAF and Commonwealth air forces.The official name for all P-40s in the USA
was the Warhawk, although the RAF used the name Tomahawk for the P-40B,
which had been revised from the original to include extra machine guns in the
wings and a partially protected fuel system.
The aircraft first saw service with the British Commonwealth squadrons in
the Middle East and North Africa, where it was given the famous ‘shark jaws’
decoration. It was quite an agile aircraft, particularly at medium to low
altitude and at high speed. It also coped admirably in the wide variety of
climates in which it operated. In addition, the P-40 was one of the tightest
turning monoplane fighters of WWII. However, on the downside, it could not
out-manoeuvre the superior Japanese fighters - the A6M Zero and its variant
Nakajima A6M2-N - as was witnessed with devastating consequences in the
Battle of Pearl Harbour.
However, the P-40 was the main fighter aircraft used by the USAAF,
particularly in the South West Pacific and Pacific Ocean areas of conflict
during 1941-42.
The newly tooled Airfix model A01003, is decorated in the livery as operated
by the 1st American Volunteer Group in China in 1941 - the Flying Tigers.They
were a unit of US pilots, seconded to the Chinese Air Force.
They comprised three squadrons, all flying the ‘shark-jaws’ P-40B, namely,
the ‘Adam & Eves’, the ‘Panda Bears’ and the ‘Hell’s Angels’. Given their
high speed, superior dive capabilities and well-equipped armaments, the
Flying Tigers achieved great successes against enemy aircraft in air-to-air
combat against the enemy with very few losses.
After the War, the P-40 continued in use with several air forces across the
world, the last being retired by the Brazilian Air Force in 1958.
The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was designed and developed in
response to the Imperial Japanese Navy requirement for a
new carrier-based fighter aircraft to replace the existing A5M.
The specification included a speed of 500 km/h at 4000m and
a climb to 3000m in less than four minutes.
A long range flying capacity was to be fulfilled by drop tanks enabling two
hours flight at normal power and up to six to eight hours at cruising speed.
A radio set was to be added as standard and the wingspan was to be
shortened to accommodate the plane on board aircraft carriers.
Manoeuvrability was also key to its design.
Two companies bid for the contract - Nakajima, who pulled out on the basis
that the requirement was unachievable - and Mitsubishi who went on to
develop the A6M Zero, which took its first flight in April 1939. The aircraft
served from July 1940 until the Japanese retired it in 1945, during which it
Towards the end of the conflict, by which time the A6M Zero’s attributes had
been surpassed by later aircraft introductions, its role was used by the
Japanese in kamikaze operations. Notwithstanding, during WWII, the Japanese
commissioned more A6M Zeros than any other Japanese aircraft.
The newly tooled Airfix model of the Mitsubishi Zero A6M2b Zero fighter comes
in 1:72 scale as part of the Military Aircraft series. Under model number
A01005, its one finish option is as flown by the Imperial Japanese Navy in
1942. When constructed, it is 126mm long and 169mm wide.
was used primarily by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service and the
Chinese Nationalist Air Force. Within two months of its introduction, the
Zeros scored their first air-to-air victories against the Chinese Nationalist
Air Force, shooting down all 27 Chinese aircraft with no Japanese losses.
The A6M gained the ‘Zero’ name because of its designation as a Navy Type
0 Carrier Fighter. It proved to be the best carrier-based fighter in the world
due mainly to its excellent manoeuvrability and long range facility. It ruled
the skies during the early days of WWII with its outstanding success rate in
dogfights, which proved devastating to the Allied air forces with a destruction
ratio of 12 to 1 in favour of the Japanese.
The Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero Model 21 was the type flown during the attack
on Pearl Harbour and it was estimated that the Japanese had 420 Zeros
deployed in the Pacific at that time.
From its aircraft carrier base, the Zero had a flight range of over 2600 km
and proved a fearsome foe in the Pacific theatre of war. However, by 1942,
the Allies had gained ground with improved aircraft that incorporated higher
speeds, better armaments and increased manoeuvrability.
See page 9 for more fantastic Airfix Pearl Harbour models
with alternative decal options...
...AND THE MITSUBISHI ZERO
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THE CURTISS HAWK THE MITSUBISHI ZERO
Stage 1
- 47 part kit featuring engraved panel lines, optional position
undercarriage, pilot figure, detailed cockpit and optional parts. Decals are provided
for an American Volunteer Group "Flying Tiger" of 3rd Squadron "Hells Angels" flown
by Flight Leader Charles H Older based in Kumming, China 1942.
The underside light grey colour being the lightest was applied first, followed by the
light earth upper camouflage colour. The camouflage pattern was then marked out in
pencil.
Stage 6
- The dark green camouflage colour was applied following the pattern
previously marked out. For the circular areas on the upper wing (originally for the
larger RAF roundels) I used masking tape circular templates drawn round a 5p coin
which looked about the right size.
Stage 2 - The cockpit parts and wheel wells were painted prior to any major
assembly. Using both the dry brushing and dark wash techniques the interior
detailing was painted and highlighted. Once dry the finer details were picked out
and the instrument panel decal was applied. The assembled cockpit was then
attached to the lower wing part.
Stage 7
- When the camouflage paint had dried completely, the airframe was
gloss coated to aid adhesion of the decals and prevent silvering of the decal carrier
film. Once this had dried the decalling process could begin.
Stage 3 - The major airframe components were carefully removed from their
runners and the sprue attachment points cleaned up with a file and sandpaper.
The propeller and spinner were painted at this stage as masking the yellow propeller
tips would be tricky when assembled. The nose intake interiors were painted black
at this stage.The extreme nose area near the prop spinner was also painted the
camouflage brown - in order to prevent any paint "seeping" behind the spinner when
the fuselage was painted later on.
The sheet of decals included in the kit is very comprehensive covering all the airframe
stencilling - this is not a quick job with 55 decals to be applied.
Once the decals had dried, the panel lines were enhanced with heavily thinned gloss
Dark Brown (10) paint. I used a combintion of pin washes and the "paint and wipe
away with a damp cloth" technique. Once dried the model was given a coat of Matt
Varnish (49).
Stage 4 - The fuselage halves were assembled trapping the assembled prop
assembly. The wings and tailplanes were attached as well. A very small amount of
Humbrol Model Filler was applied to the usual wing/fuselage join near to the
undercarriage bulges. This assembly was then put aside to enable the cement to
harden. Attention could now be turned to the remaining kit parts such as the canopy,
undercarriage legs and wheels, exhausts etc which were cleaned-up, painted and
assembled where necessary.
Stage 8
- The remaining parts were now finished off ready to be attached to the
completed model. Any final detail painting was now carried out.
Stage 9
- With the attaching of the undercarriage and fixing the canopy in place
with Humbrol's Clearfix the Flying Tiger was now complete.
Please note that when painting the canopy no window
frames should be painted on the outside of the front
windscreen. The Curtiss Hawk had a single piece curved
windscreen with a separate framed armoured glass panel
behind it. The canopy part has been
moulded with faint lines on the inside of the front
windshield which should be carefully masked and painted.
Stage 1
- 47 part kit featuring engraved panel lines, optional position
undercarriage, pilot figure, detailed cockpit and optional parts for folding wingtips.
Decals are provided for a green and grey camouflaged Zero of the 201st Kokuta
based at Tobera Airfield, Keravat, New Britain, Papua New Guinea, 1944.
Care should be taken in applying the red no step wing walkway decals as they are
quite thin. To help bed the decals down use Humbrol's DecalFix solution.
Once the decals had dried the panel lines were enhanced with heavily thinned gloss
Dark Brown (10) paint for the undersurface and a black/green mist for the upper
surface. Use a combination of pin washes and the "paint and wipe away with a
damp cloth" technique.
Stage 2
- The cockpit parts and wheel wells were painted interior green prior
to any major assembly. The details in these areas were highlighted by firstly drybrushing with a slightly lighter green (120) followed by a darker green (75) wash.
The other cockpit details were picked out in suitable colours. The instrument panel
decals were also applied.
- The airframe parts were painted with an overall coat of Matt Varnish
(49). The remaining detail parts were now finished off ready to be attached to the
completed model. Any final detail painting was now carried out.
The cockpit parts were assembled, test fitting against the fuselage halves to make
sure that everyting was aligned properly. The engine parts were painted Aluminium
(56) and washed with heavily thinned matt black paint to accentuate the detailing.
The wheels were painted a dark grey/black with the hubs painted aluminium.
- With the attaching of the undercarriage and prop the model was nearly
complete. The painted pilot figure was placed in his seat - but only after having his
legs amputated at the shin.
Stage 3 - The remaining airframe components were carefully removed from
The canopy was attached with Humbrol's Clearfix and the undercarriage was glued
in place. Our fighter from the Land of the Rising Sun was now complete.
Stage 6
Stage 7
their runners and the sprue attachment points cleaned up with a file and sandpaper.
The main undecarriage legs were painted satin black (85). Also whilst the back
was open the engine cowling was painted in preparation for later. The area behind
the cockpit should also be painted black at this stage.
Stage 4
- The main airframe parts were assembled and put aside to enable the
cement to harden. A tiny amount of filler was used on the wing/fuselage joint.
Attention could now be turned to the rest of the kit parts such as the canopy, pilot
figure, undercarriage and drop tank. The engine cowling was painted its custom
mix of 50:50 black and midnight blue. The area behind the cockpit previously
painted black should also match the cowling colour.
Stage 5
- Returning to the assembled fuselage any visible joints were attended
to with files and sandpaper. The model was then washed carefully to remove any
dust and finger grease.
After drying the initial coat of paint could be applied. It's always best to start with
the lightest colour first so the underside colour Beige Green (90) was applied over
the whole model - this acting as a primer for the upper surface colour Bronze
Green (75).
The kit instructions tell you to use part 24B for the pitot tube.
However AVG Curtiss Hawks were fitted with RAF "staggered"
style of pitot tube, so part 25B should be used instead.
Stage 5 - Returning to the fuselage wing assembly, the
hardened joint seams were sanded smooth and any additional
filling and sanding carried out. After carefully washing with
soapy water, rinsed and allowed to dry, painting could commence.
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When dry the model was gloss coated in preparation for the decals being applied.
The decal sheet includes the aircraft stencilling. The colour density of the decals
is excellent, with no camouflage colour showing through the lightest yellow and
white decals. The yellow leading edge ID decals are thin enough to wrap around
the leading edge with no problems.
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The attack took place in the early hours of
the 7th December 1941 and brought the USA
directly into the Second World War in both the
Pacific and European theatres.
He was the first prisoner of war captured by the USA in WWII.
On 8th December, a day after the attack, President Roosevelt delivered
his famous ‘Infamy Speech’ and asked Congress for a state of war to
exist between the United States on Japan. Less than an hour later, his
request was accepted. The same day, the Empire of Japan declared
War on the United States and the British Empire.
Up to that point the USA was in seemingly peaceful but increasingly
uneasy diplomatic negotiations with the Japanese who were ruffled at
what they saw as interference by the USA following Japanese military
action in South East Asia, including territories held by Great Britain, the
Netherlands and the USA itself. Indeed, an hour after Japanese air
squadrons had commenced bombing in Oahu, Hawaii, the Japanese
Ambassador to the United States and a colleague delivered to the
Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message in which
they advised the USA that it seemed useless in trying to reach a
diplomatic solution. What it did not say was that the Japanese had
already decided on military action and were prematurely on the offensive
without any warning or a formal declaration of war.
The new Airfix model introductions to the WWII series of 1:72 military
aircraft capture the essence of this historic attack. The A01005
Mitsubishi A6M2 is decorated as it was flown by the Imperial Japanese
Navy in 1942, whilst on the American side, the A01003 Curtiss P-40B
represents one of the key fighter and ground attack aircraft which saw
service in the War of the Pacific, particularly in 1941-42.
Airfix sets commemorating the attack on
Pearl Harbour and the campaign in the
western desert.
As well as the individual model kits of the Curtiss P-40 and the
Mitsubishi A6M2b Zero, there are also three Airfix sets available
featuring the newly tooled aircraft, which come complete with sufficient
accessories to complete the kits.
The Japanese objective was to inflict such devastation on the US base
on Hawaii that the US Pacific fleet would be unable to interfere with the
Japanese invasion of the Dutch East Indies and Malaysia, in essence
making their conquest a relatively easy one without facing any major
opposition.
A boxed gift set in 1:72 scale features the Curtiss P-40B Warhawk and
the Mitsubishi Zero paired up in a Dog Fight Double, with two model
options. They are both decorated as they would have flown during Japan’s
deadly attack on Pearl Harbour, with the Curtiss P-40B in USAAF garb,
Hawaii, December 1941 and the Mitsubishi Zero as flown from the
Imperial Japanese Navy aircraft carriers in December 1941. Under
model reference A50127, they would make the perfect seasonal gift for
both beginners and the more experienced modeller.
As early as 26th November, a Japanese task force comprising six
aircraft carriers had left Japan en route to Hawaii, carrying the aircraft
which were to attack Pearl Harbour. The form of attack was to be in
three waves, in which the first sortie was the primary attack. This first
attack was sub divided into three groups and contained all the weapons
required to attack battleships and aircraft carriers (Group 1), whilst the
second and third attack groups were to concentrate on aircraft on the
ground in the surrounding area. Of the 183 planes launched north of
Oahu, 45 were Mitsubishi A6M Zero fighters, to be used for air control
and strafing.
AIRFIX
COMMEMORATES
PEARL HARBOUR
The year 2011 marks the 70th Anniversary of the surprise and devastating military
attack by the Japanese Imperial Navy against the United States naval base at
Pearl Harbour.
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Also available, as a small starter set in 1:72 scale, the Curtiss P-40B
Warhawk, model reference A55101, comes with one finish option as
flown by 112 Sqn, RAF Western Desert, North Africa in early 1942. This
set is appropriate for those modellers just beginning your modelling
skills, containing few parts and a simplified painting guide.
The second wave comprised of 171 planes, including a further 36 A6Ms,
ordered to attack Kane’ohe and Pearl Harbour itself.
Similarly, the A55102 Mitsubishi Zero, also a small starter set, is
decorated in the livery of V-103, Japanese Air Force, 1941.
The third wave, which never happened, would have probably inflicted
more long-term damage and a slower recovery by the USA. The plan
was to bomb as much of Pearl Harbour’s fuel and weaponry storage as
possible, as well as maintenance and dry dock facilities. Fortunately
for the USA, the Japanese decided not to carry out a third strike for
several reasons, including lack of fuel to get home. The American
anti-aircraft guns had begun retaliating in force during the second wave
and finally, Admiral Nagumo of Japan did not know how many US planes
had survived the attack and thought his force might be within range of
US land-based bombers.
As well as the air attack, a fleet of five Japanese submarines had left
Japan on 25th November, arriving just short of Pearl Harbour on 7th
December. Early that morning, they deployed midget submarines from
the vessels, the first of which was spotted and destroyed at the entrance
to Pearl Harbour at 6.37 am on 7th December 1941. The occasion
marked the firing of first shots by the USA in WWII. Shortly afterwards,
at 7.48 am, the Japanese air attack on the Harbour began under the
command of Chuichi Nagumo and Isoroku Yamamoto.
A55101
The base was attacked by 353 Japanese fighters, bombers and torpedo
planes. The damage inflicted included four battleships, two destroyers
and one other ship sunk; eleven ships damaged; 188 aircraft destroyed
and 155 damaged. 2402 American servicemen were killed, plus 57
civilians. Over 1200 military personnel were wounded plus 35 civilians.
Against this, four Japanese midget submarines were sunk and one
grounded. Twenty-nine aircraft were destroyed. The US killed 64 Japanese
and captured one survivor who had swum to shore from one of the
wrecked Japanese submarines.
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A55102
A50127
Coming shortly - Due for release in November and
exclusive to Airfix Club members!...
This fine example of the Tornado F3, which has been commissioned
especially for you. The 1:72 scale model, reference A73002, is only
available to fully paid up Club subscribers. Keep an eye on the Airfix
web site for full details.
TORNADO F3
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Its purpose was as a multi-role fighter
and long-range interceptor.
The first aircraft were delivered to the RAF and the Luftwaffe in 1979 and the
first Italian Tornado was delivered in 1981.
In real life, the Tornado F3 was a further development from another ‘family
member’ the Tornado GR1, hatched in the late 1970s. The main differences
between the two that the F3 had a longer fuselage aimed at providing
greater internal fuel storage, refined armaments and it also carried a longer
range air intercept Foxhunter Radar system. Its purpose was as a multi-role
fighter and long-range interceptor. The Tornado F3 was designed and
produced by a European consortium from the UK (British Aerospace), West
Germany (MBB) and Italy (Aeritalia) under the name Panavia Aircraft GmbH.
The Panavia Tornado took its first flight in August 1974.
The Tornado F3 was a formidable aircraft. It was a twin engined, twin-seater with
the pilot in the front seat responsible for flying the aircraft, as well as holding a
fighting role, together with a weapons systems operator sitting behind, with
responsibility for the radar and, as the title suggests, the weaponry systems.
The Tornado was designed to be land-based with a short field landing capability.
It had a variable swing-wing, making supersonic flight possible at all levels. It was
also designed to be operated under varying climatic conditions and, with the aid
of night-vision goggles, it could also operate at night. Another advantage was
the ability of the F3 to patrol a long way from its base with the support of
air-to-air refuelling.
The twin engines were two RB199 turbofans with a thrust of 16410 lbs each.
Maximum speed was Mach 2.2 (1452 mph). The sophisticated armaments
included 4 x AIM-9L Sidewinders, 1 x 27mm Mauser Cannon, the AMRAAM
(Advanced Medium Range Air to Air Missile) and the ASRAAM (Advanced Short
Range Air to Air Missile). The F3s saw service in the Gulf War between the
summer of 1990 and the early months of 1991, clocking up a tally of some
2500 sorties during their deployment. They also served in the 2003 Gulf War, for
which they were also fitted with the ALARM anti-radiation missile.
The Tornado was formally - and some thought unnecessarily - retired in March
2011, to be replaced by the Typhoon. During operational service, it was used
primarily by the RAF, the Luftwaffe, the Italian Air Force as well as the Royal
Saudi Air Force.
The last aircraft came off the production line in 1998, with just under 1000 being
made during its lifetime. The last two squadrons to fly the Tornado F3 were 25
Squadron based at RAF Leeming, in North Yorkshire - now disbanded - and 111
Squadron, RAF Leuchars in Fife, Scotland.
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A02014 Aichi D3A1 “Val”
A02021 Vought Kingfisher
A10170 Space Shuttle
A55200 E type Jaguar
A55301 Panavia Tornado F3
October
A01005 Mitsubishi Zero A6M2b
A50127 Dogfight Double Curtiss Hawk &
Mitsubishi Zero
A01763 WWI British Infantry - Northern Europe
A05008 Junkers Ju52-3M
A02026 Angel Interceptor
A55100 Supermarine Spitfire MkIa Starter Set
A55201 Triumph Herald
December
A01307 Joseph Stalin JS-3 Tank
A03031 Grumman J2F-6 Duck
A09178 English Electric Lighting F2A/F6
Af1008 Assortment of Small Stands
November
Early 2012 release...
A01316 T34 Tank
A01753 WWII Us Paratroops
A01753 WWII German Paratroops
A50146 RMS Titanic 1:400 scale
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members’ photos
We have received some wonderful pictures from Club members
willing to show off their Airfix achievements. We printed some
of them on page 12 in Issue 16 and - as promised - there was
a prize going to the one we considered to be the best entry.
So congratulations go to Tara and David Kitson, member
599106, from Merseyside. Look out for an Airfix prize coming
your way soon.
This month, we are pleased to publish more of your Airfix
photos and with a prize in every issue going to the sender of
the winning image, keep those pictures coming in to us!
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Ed: If you would like to write to us
or send in your photos for our Picture Gallery, you can email us
at club@airfix.com or write to The Airfix Club Magazine, Hornby
Hobbies Ltd., Westwood Cross, Margate CT9 4JX, UK.
If sending images, please ensure they are originals (not scanned
prints), in focus and high resolution. We are offering a prize for
the best overall contribution, so we look forward to hearing
from you.
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Primer & Repaint...
SPECIAL CONCESSIONS FOR CLUB MEMBERS AVAILABLE AT
HAYNES INTERNATIONAL MOTOR MUSEUM
SPARKFORD
technique
We continue our occasional series profiling some of the nation’s key transport museums
with whom we have negotiated special concessions for Airfix Club members, with a visit
to Sparkford in the heart of Somerset.
What’s on at the Haynes International Motor Museum
13th November: The Haynes Model Show - a one day model
The Haynes International Motor Museum houses the UK’s largest collection of
the greatest cars from around the world. Founded in 1985, the Museum is an
Educational Charitable Trust, chaired by John Haynes of the Haynes Publishing
Group. Comprising both a living and working museum, the display includes over
400 amazing cars and bikes of all types and from many different countries and
the management boasts that every vehicle in the Museum is run at least once a year
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Location and How to Get There
The Museum exhibits are displayed within ten themed Halls, as well as one of the
UK’s largest speedway collections and an outdoor exhibition of military vehicles.
In this instance, only the body colour was to be changed to red.
Stage 2 Mask
all areas not to be painted using a low tack masking tape.
The more time taken during the masking process will yeld
better results and require less additional work retouching paint
seepage.
transport extravaganza featuring planes, trains, cars, trucks, diecast, radio
controlled vehicles and lots more.
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The Haynes International Motor Museum is located at Sparkford near Yeovil,
Somerset BA22 7LH, just off the A503 and 30 minutes from Junction 25 of the
M5 motorway and well signposted as a tourist attraction. The nearest railway
station is on the mainline at Castle Cary, five miles away. Bristol Airport is 45
minutes away by road.
The Haynes Motor Museum appeals to adults and kids alike, with lots of activities
for the younger generation, including a themed adventure playground, activity
room and the chance to operate the interactive displays. And there is a kids’ racing
track! You can even have your photo taken in Michael Schumacher’s F1 show
car, for a small charge.
Opening Hours
Recharge your batteries in the Museum Café, situated just outside the Museum,
where you can enjoy everything from a snack, a traditional West Country cream
tea, to a freshly made meal. Facilities here include toilets, baby-changing room
and the whole experience is disabled friendly.
2nd March to 31st October. Monday to Sunday 9.30 am to 5.30 pm. (6 pm in
summer school holidays). Winter opening: 1st November to 1st March. Monday
to Sunday 10 am to 4.30 pm. The Museum is open every day except 24-26th
December and 1st January.
All visitors will enjoy a browse round the Gift Shop, which stocks a wide selection
of souvenirs, models, DVDs, books and officially branded Formula 1 team clothing
and manufacturers’ merchandise.
For more information on future events, including admission charges, visit the
website at: www.haynesmotormuseum.com
all masking processes complete, apply a thin even coat of
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body will become clogged and lost.
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Humbrol produce a huge range of products including paints,
adhesives, masking materials, brushes and much more. In fact, everything a
modeller would need to construct an Airfix model kit to a show standard.
In this instance we demonstrate how to re-paint the body colour of a previously
built and painted 1:32 scale Triumph TR4A which had originally been painted
white using Humbrol products.
Follow the simple step-by-step process and try it for yourself...it really is easy
to do and gives older Airfix model a new lease of life!
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Take along this copy of the Airfix magazine containing the voucher, as well as your Club membership card
to take advantage of this offer.
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