![]() ![]() The interior of the canopy features the prominant ribbed cushions and other details. The kit ESCAPAC ejection seat was converted into the NAMC seat used in the A-models, and detailed out with harness and fittings. Simulated fabric was added to the cockpit sidewalls using tissue paper and white glue. A new instrument panel was scratchbuilt, along with a few minor changes to the side consoles. ![]() A small actuating rod on the port side was added. A new "skinned" rudder was made from sheet styrene, with the trim tab scribed in. The inflight refueling probe was deleted and the mount on the starboard side of the nose was sanded off. Modifications include shortening the nose and altering the profile. This 1/48th scale A4D-1 (later redesignated A-4A) represents an early production Skyhawk, and was converted from the Hasegawa A-4C kit, although now that the B-model has been released in kit form this would be an easier choice. It will look awesome with all our Skyhawks aboard!" Earl Hosmer of the International Plastic Modelers Denver-Rob Wolfe Chapter.Ī4D-1 Construction Zone: Pic1, Pic2, Pic3. Graphics work needs to be complete as you can see. ![]() Will have Everett's A-4M on it, but my AF-1 will substitute for now. "Hello Scooter fans.took a few pics of the display as it is coming along. In case your wondering I do think they also make 1/144 scale A-4's.Įarl Hosmer's work of the International Plastic Modelers Denver-Rob Wolfe chapter.ĭisplay Build: "Here is the beginning of the Skyhawk display that will appear at the IPMS convention in July at Oklahoma city.įantastic yes? The Association Researchers have assisted with this so I thought you'd like to see this." Skyhawk Association - Joe Turpen This kit was actually produced in 80's but was interesting to build.īoth models of 144954 facing each other so you can compare the 1/48th and 1/72nd scale. This time as a bird from VA-152 with CVW-17 aboard the USS Forrestal CVA-59 from Jul. More pictures later as they progress.Ġ1MAR2003: Royal Singapore Air Force flight demo team kit.Īrgenine model from Aztec models in Mexico.īuNo.144954 again, but this time from the Fujimi 1/72nd scale kit. The other picture is the 1/48th scale resin seat I'll use in the two aircraft of that scale. The one in the middle is a 1/72nd scale bird while the others are 1/48th scale. Joe Turpen - Feb.13, 2003: Well here are my projects that are under construction. Banner is Earl Hosmer's work - see more from him below. ![]()
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