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I was able to got to the Cosford show again this year. In addition to the usual kits, models on display and in competition, real aircraft around the museum, there was a special display: Do17Z-2 number 1160 is undergoing conservation and is out for view. Granted it is under tents in a controlled environment while…

Fujimi Spitfire F Mk XIVe, RN119/AE-J, 402 Squadron, RCAF, March 1945 I have a number of these Fujimi kits in their various guises. While they seem scarce as hen’s teeth in shops and priced as such, they do become available at online auctions from time to time. I’ve got all I want of this kit,…

The South African Air Force was a long time user of the Spitfire. Almost from the earliest marks. I seem to have a few SAAF aircraft, Spitfires and Hurricanes, on my shelf and it’s probably due to a combination of subject and color. Typically their national markings had the red replaced with orange, and of…