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The official Airfix Club MagazineIssue 28 | Spring 2015

In This Issue...■ NEW Junior Section

■ 3 Fantastic Build Articles Defiant, Tucano & Supermarine Spitfire MkI

■ Historical Story of a WWII Cricketer

■ NEW Airfix Engineer

■ Fantastic Competition and Special Offers

Supermarine Spitfire MkI READ INSIDE ABOUT THE BUILD AND HISTORY OF

THE MOST FAMOUS AND ARGUABLY MOST BEAUTIFUL FIGHTER AIRCRAFT EVER TO GRACE THE SKIES!

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2015 Calendar Available NOW

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Welcome to Issue 28 of Airfix Club Magazine!

IIn this issue we have lots of images from the successful London Olympia Toy Fair; the Hornby Hobbies team enjoyed showing off the new 2015 ranges for Airfix, Corgi, Hornby, Humbrol and Scalextric! Which you can

see and read for yourself in the new releases for March to June. Your world may be turned upside down when you discover that there is an exciting new junior section in this issue, packed full of activities for the younger generation to enjoy including a chance to WIN in the junior competition. Check out the brilliant builds for the Defiant, Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I and Tucano club exclusive. Read all about the memoir of a wartime cricketer,

Stanley George Sismey whose war time story includes 2 real versions of the 2015 models which are coming later in the year, read on pg 15 to find out which ones! An introduction to Airfix Engineer range will give you an insight into what interesting engines we have in the range for 2015.

Thank you!Now the new The Hornby Hobbies Club has launched, we would like to thank all of our loyal club members for their support throughout the transition. We appreciate your patience with us through this period and now we can look forward to a bright future for the Hornby Hobbies clubs and all the new benefits it has to offer, if you would like to find out more information visit www.airfix.com/club

Airfix Model WorldAirfix Club members receive £5 off Subscriptions to Aviation magazines from Key Publishing. Visit keypublishing.com/shop and enter code HCLUBS in the coupon code box at the checkout.

ContentsContents 2

On The Road – London Toy Fair 3

New Releases 4

Poster – Bristol Beaufighter Mk.X 5

Junior Section NEW 6

Quickbuilder NEW 7

Build: Alan Price

– Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I 8-9

2015 Calendar 10-11

Build: Adam Cooper – Defiant 12-13

Connect to Airfix 14

History: Wartime Cricketer 15

Members Gallery 16-17

Build: ‘Lest We Forget’ Tucano 18

Airfix Engineer 19

Competition 20

Editor: Lydia Narraway Design & Production: Hornby Hobbies Ltd2015 subscription fees: UK Postal Version £20.00 EU Postal Version £25.00 ROW Postal Version £27.00 UK, EU & ROW Download Version £15.00Cheques made payable to: Hornby Hobbies Limited.Cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard accepted with valid expiry date.Club address: Airfix Collectors Club Hornby Hobbies Ltd The Gateway 3rd Floor Innovate Way Discovery Park CT13 9FFTel: 01843 233512Email: [email protected] Discount Code: KMDJOSVT April–June 2015The Airfix Club Magazine is published on behalf of Hornby plc.The Club accepts no responsibility for errors or omissions or for views and opinions expressed by contributors to the magazine.

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ON THE ROAD

All of the brands were displayed on the

stand and much interest taken for the new

2015 releases for Airfix.

The event was held at The Olympia between 20th – 22nd January, the Hornby Hobbies team enjoyed this trade event, which was a great success for all of

the brands. The team dressed to impress, in true 007 style for the celebration of the 50th anniversary since the James Bond 007 Diecast model of the DB5 was released, and we are pleased to announce that Corgi was awarded Best New Toy award for the re-released DB5 model in the Hobbies category.

To read more on the 2015 releases turn to page 4.

London Toy Fair 2015

Toy Fair 2015

Hornby Hobbies stand

Vernon Kay shows off his Scalextric skills.

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NEW RELEASESMarch to June 2015 Releases The new Airfix 2015 range was fully unveiled in late December 2014. Here are some of the models you can buy now and those coming very soon!

Purchase online or if you can’t wait pre-order at airfix.com Below you can find out who in our development team designed the models and also we have asked our researcher Simon to give us some exclusive answers as to why the Airfix team have chosen to release these models in the 2015 range.

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Bristol Beaufighter Mk.X Reason for release: The Bristol Beaufighter was one of the RAF’s most important aircraft of the Second World War. It was a devastating coastal command weapon; armed with a powerful array of 20MM cannons, rockets or torpedoes. It was used extensively in the latter part of the war and in the Far East.A popular request from Airfix fans for the new tooling of this kit, which replaces a successful but very old tooling.Due to be released: JuneDesigner: Chris

Hawker Siddeley Harrier AV-8A Reason for release: The AV8A Harrier was developed for the United States Marine Corps as a V/STOL close support machine. Well loved by its pilots the Marines continue to use this type to this day. This model is an accurate representation of Americas first Harrier, it is developed from Airfix’s popular and excellent Harrier GR1/GR3 family of kit. Due to be released: AprilDesigner: Matt

Hawker Hurricane Mk.IReason for release: Despite the Spitfire being the more famous of the RAF’s Battle of Britain fighters, many believe it was in fact the Hurricane that won the battle. It took on the Luftwaffe’s bomber streams and left many of them in tatters. This state of the art new Airfix kit replaces an old favourite, it has accurate shapes with an additional gun and cockpit detail. The kit is perfect for dioramas and is a welcome new addition to our 1:48 scale range.Due to be released: AprilDesigner: Matt

Douglas Dakota MkIII with Willys Jeep Reason for release: Throughout the Second World War the Douglas Dakota carried freight and men for the Allies wherever they needed to be. It would carry goods to small stores for food supplies and even larger items, such as the airborne jeep. The Dakota proved to be a reliable and effective transport machine. Here featured in SEAC colours the Dakota was vital to maintaining supply lines to isolated outposts in the Pacific campaign. Ramps and equipment are provided in the kit to enable a diorama to easily be produced from the parts.Due to be released: MayDesigner: Matt

Bedford MWD Light Truck Reason for release: The Bedford MWD was the most important light truck of the Second World War for the British Army, and the RAF. Instrumental in the retreat to Dunkirk some early MWD’s then found their way to RAF bases where they served as supply trucks. Later versions were used extensively by the RAF to supply bombers on bases, ferrying men and equipment out to waiting bombers. This kit is perfect as a diorama accompaniment to many of our 1:48 fighters. Accurately reproduced and with fine detail it sets the scene of a World War Two RAF base perfectly.Due to be released: MarchDesigner: Tom

Subtitle: Battle Of Waterloo 1815 - 2015 Reason for release: 2015 marks the 200th anniversary of the most pivotal battle of the Napoleonic war. Here the Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon and ensured that Europe would not be ruled by the French. This set comes complete with both British, French and Prussian troops. As well as the farm house that formed such a central role in the battle as well as a base, paints and brushes. Everything needed to commemorate this momentous event. Due to be released: June

All dates correct at the time of publishing.

OUT NOW

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JUNIOR Airfix Fun!

M O L F W G L M P K Q N A N A T U C A N O I T S U B M O C W U G E A R O M A I Q J T A M M D U T B T Y F C I A P T Z A A R T M V H V K D T Y A A W L Q V U A E G B P O A L F I E M U H S P R U E E R I C P C I W C N W C I X M E N R V Y Q Y Q Z C C L F T N A I F E D E W H F T D P T G Y Z E I P P Q A L Q Y G O I E E G R X Q Z V F K A Y L N P E K Z D T S V G Q U A T E E S H H A O X H P L T Q D E U G P E S S S R C D Q K S G Y X Y K X W W L T U C E N T H

Airfix Wordsearch!

Spot the Difference!

There are 12 words to FIND in the puzzle, how many can you FIND?

AIRFIX

CATALINA

COMBUSTION

DEFIANT

DORNIER

ENGINE

GNAT

HUMBROL

QUICKBUILD

SPITFIRE

SPRUE

TUCANO

Can you SEE the 5 differences in the pictures below?

Can you name which west-country plane was one of the RAF’s most important aircraft in the Second World War?

Competition Time!

You could WIN a mystery prize! To enter the competition send your answers in via email to [email protected] or write to us: The Airfix Club Junior Competition, Hornby Hobbies Ltd, The Gateway, 3rd Floor, Innovate Way, Discovery Park CT13 9FF. Remember to include your name, age, membership number and address.

QUICKBUILDER

Learn about your favourite Quickbuild and build your own British battle tank! This beast of a British battle tank can hold up to 4 crew members including the main commander and gunner. It has a distinct tank gun, which would have been used in battles to take out the opposition! This Quickbuild includes Union Jack stickers.

Tip: get creative and weather your Challenger Tank to make your battle scene more realistic! Why not cover your tank in dust, mud or sand! Then send us your pictures so we can see your techniques! Check out the weathering powders available at www.humbrol.com/weathering See the full Quickbuild range at airfix.com

The Challenger Tank – no paint, no glue, just BUILD!

Skill: 1

Flying Hours: 1

Number of Parts: 35

Dimensions (mm): L216.7 x W75

Age Suitability: 5+

This kit has 35 parts and includes Union Jack stickers.

Coming Soon to Quickbuild P-51D Mustang

Quick, get building!

(Hint: Take a look on page 4.)

TURN UPSIDE DOWN TURN UPSIDE DOWN


Mk1 SPITFIRE 1:48BY ALAN PRICE Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I A05126This year, 2015, is the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. To coincide with this anniversary, Airfix has released a number of new kits including a new Spitfire in 1:48. Airfix asked me if I’d like to build the new kit for them, how could I refuse?

1: The build begins with the cockpit which is very well detailed. Airfix provide all the necessary parts to create an accurate Mk1 interior including the hand pump for the undercarriage of the early aircraft. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure you select the correct parts for the version you are building.

2: Only the cockpit interior between the seat bulkhead and the instrument panel was green, the rest of the interior was left bare aluminium. I glued the lower sections of the interior onto the fuselage sides, this ensured a good tight bond between the parts.

3: I built the complete cockpit up into the starboard fuselage half. Careful test fitting of the two fuselage halves was required to ensure all the bulkheads were glued in the correct position.

4: With the cockpit complete, the fuselage was glued together. The ‘saddle’ which fits over the top of the fuselage did not fit well; I found the instrument panel was preventing it sitting properly. To fix this I ground out the interior of the saddle where the instrument panel would fit.

5: Before assembling the wings, the undercarriage bays were assembled and the interior visible aft of the cockpit was airbrushed silver.

6: Attaching the wings revealed a bit of a gap along the wing roots. As the wings are set at the correct dihedral with the spars around the undercarriage, the wings cannot be pulled up to close the gap.

7: The solution is simple; I filled the gap with a mix of Super Glue and talcum powder. This makes a rapid setting, non shrinking and easy to sand filler. In minutes the gap was filled and sanded.

8: The remaining parts were easily dealt with and it was soon time to consider painting. The whole build was sanded with Micromesh 3600 grit to smooth the rough surface of the plastic before painting.

9: One final job before painting was to replace the rudder actuator with a piece of brass rod.

10: I attached the fixed sections of the canopy then these were masked using masking tape which was cut carefully around the framing. Don’t forget to add the gunsight before glueing the windscreen on. Spitfires at this time used the round glass version, this is not identified in the instructions but is on the clear runner next to the other square glass gun sight.

11: The canopy needs to be painted with the cockpit interior colour before painting the camouflage so that the framing appears the correct colour on the inside.

12: Having primed the build, I then preshaded all the panel lines with black.

13: The underside was painted first. This aircraft entered service in September 1940 so would have been factory finished in the correct Sky paint. The paint was airbrushed in several thin coats to allow the effect of the preshading to be seen.

14: The underside was masked and work began on the camouflage starting with the brown. The pattern was applied using a Dark Earth shade.

15: The green was applied with no masking just using the airbrush freehand with reference to a photo of the actual aircraft. To obtain a tight edge to the camouflage I used thin paint, set the airbrush to low pressure (about 17 psi) and removed the needle cap from the airbrush.

16: I next masked and airbrushed the wing walkway markings, this is much easier than trying to apply long thin decals! With painting complete, the build was then gloss varnished ready for the decals.

17: The decals are very nicely printed – take care with the large letters, there is no carrier film so they are tricky to manoeuvre into place. Despite plenty of decal setting solution the decals did not want to settle into the panel lines to well so I cut the decals along the panel lines then applied more setting solution..

18: After another coat of gloss varnish I applied a black wash to all the panel lines. Notice I did not apply the yellow gas patch on the port wing – these were applied by Squadrons during January to August 1940 so was unlikely to have been fitted to this aircraft as it reached the Squadron in mid September.

19: The final parts were now all attached, prop, wheels, exhaust and aerials.

20: The last stage was to apply some weathering. The exhaust stains were applied using the airbrush and some chipping around the wing root with Humbrol 56 Aluminium. I kept this to a minimum as this was an almost new aircraft as seen in the sole photograph available of this machine.

The final model: The build was finished with a coat of matt varnish then all the landing lights were added plus the aerial lead. This new Mk1 Spitfire is a great kit, there are a couple of areas to watch during the build and the cockpit is quite a lot of work but its worth it as I would say this is easily the most accurate Mk1 Spitfire.

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Scale Model World

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RIAT 17th–18th

July


Airfix’s all new tooling of the Defiant is a very welcome replacement for their old tool kit that was first released in 1960. This new release comes as a 70 part kit featuring finely engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit, gun turret and undercarriage bay. Optional parts are included for the turret’s aerodynamic fairings – enabling any 1 of 4 possible configurations to be built. A separate canopy is included allowing the cockpit details to be shown off. The turret and guns (if you are careful with the glue!) are also moveable. Other optional parts include undercarriage doors, radio aerial, and engine exhausts. A seated pilot and air gunner are also included. Decal options in the standard kit release are for a camouflaged day fighter of 264 Sqn, RAF Martlesham Heath, Suffolk,

July 1940 and (the subject of this build) an all black, night fighter of 151 Sqn based at RAF Wittering, Cambridgeshire during February 1941 marked with a distinctive shark’s mouth on the nose. The same plastic parts are also included in the Boulton Paul Defiant Mk.1 Starter Set (A55213) and as part of the Defiant and Dornier Do17Z Dogfight Doubles Gift Set (A50170)

BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT Mk.I 1/72 BY ADAM COOPER

A02069 Defiant Mk.I

Stage 1After initial washing and air drying of the plastic parts, preparations for assembly can begin.All the major components were removed from the sprues and were cleaned up by careful cutting and sanding away of any little amounts of flash and mould lines. Some

sub assembly work was carried out prior to painting, checking all the time for any fit issues. Some parts such as the rudder pedals and control column were very small and fragile and required careful cutting away from the seemingly large sprue gates. Luckily the plastic was quite soft which made this a little easier. Ensure you have a new sharp knife blade as that will make the job easier and requires less pressure to make each cut. The optional parts that weren’t to be used on this model were removed. For this build I did not intend to install the two crew figures, but it is usual to paint them early in the construction process.

Stage 2Painting of the various sub assemblies was carried out as per the painting instructions as well as pre-painting of smaller parts still attached to the sprues. There are some differences in colours used for detail painting depending on which version is being modelled, these are clearly marked on the assembly instructions.

Some of the interior parts were indicated as being painted Satin Black (85) I opted to paint these Matt Black (33) which would look more realistic and would be easier to dry brush with Dark Grey (32) to enhance the detail. The propellor blades, not just the tips were painted yellow. The instrument panel decal (1) was applied after being trimmed slightly so that it didn’t overhang the plastic part (C5) the rear of the instrument panel was painted interior green as that side is also visible when the windscreen is in place.

Stage 3 The yellow propellor blade tips were masked with 1mm strips of masking tape to represent the 3 inch tips of the originals. It is easier and neater to paint the blade tips this way rather than paint the yellow on top of the black painted blades. The wings were assembled and put aside to dry. These have slightly thick trailing edges that can be corrected either by sanding of the mating surfaces prior to assembly or sanding the lower rear edges after assembly. The sidewall details were fixed to the fuselage halves as was the rear turret mounting shelf. The tyres were painted Dark Grey (32) a more realistic rubber tyre colour than matt black. For the engine exhausts I

strayed from the instructed Gun Metal (53) and painted them Chocolate (98). When dry, I rubbed them over with a finger dipped in powdered pencil graphite, giving them a burnt metal look. This powdered graphite was also smeared onto the turret machine gun barrels for a more realistic “gun metal” look.

Stage 4 The cockpit green interior was dry brushed with Light Green (120) and then given a wash with thinned Humbrol Dark Green Wash to accentuate the recessed details.

Stage 5 The cockpit was installed in the fuselage and the fuselage halves assembled and taped together.All the major airframe parts were brought together. Some filler was required on the upper nose join and at the wing to fuselage seam. Whilst the airframe assembly dried, the transparencies were masked and painted. The edges of the canopy transparencies were “painted” black with a

permanent marker pen in order to reduce any internal reflections within the clear parts. If using either of the two closed canopy parts (D2,D3) test fit them over the cockpit area to check that they clear the rear bulkhead/headrest (B5) and pilot’s head if fitted. The landing lights had a dot of Silver (11) paint placed on their rear surface to represent the landing light and when dried the “internal” surfaces were painted Interior Green (78).

Stage 6 After the filled areas had been sanded back and any engraved detail reinstated the model was given a quick wash with warm soapy water and allowed to dry fully. When dry a primer coat of Matt Black (33) was applied. To prevent silvering of the decals a glossy surface is required, therefore a coat of Gloss Black (21) was applied.

Stage 7Humbrol’s Decalfix solution was used to apply the decals, and allowed to dry.

Stage 8After the decals had dried, the surface was gently wiped with a damp lint free cloth to wash away any dried Decalfix residue. The canopy and cockpit area was masked prior to matt varnishing.

Stage 9 As I had used enamels for this build Enamel Spray Matt Varnish (49) was applied. This dries to a VERY Matt finish which replicates the RAF’s wartime RMD 2A Special Night black paint very well.This was intended to be built as a factory fresh example so no weathering or washes were applied to the model.

Stage 10 Final assembly commenced with the various sub assemblies added to the airframe. The turret was installed first as the fit was a bit tight, followed by the attachment of the canopy parts using sparingly applied PVA glue. Similarly the wing landing lights were attached with PVA. Undercarriage and aerials were then added. Final touching up of paintwork was carried out and the completed model once the undercarriage had set was complete.

The finished model

On the 18th May in 1942, co-pilot Sismey was airborne in Oran, north-western Mediterranean coast of French Algeria.

The Catalina flying boat which he was onboard was signed to 202 Squadron RAF based in Gibraltar became under attack by 3 Dewoitine D520 Fighters belonging to Goupe DE Chasse III/6 (GCIII/6) of the Vichy French Air Force.

As a result of attack Sismey received multiple injuries to his back from shrapnel fragments

of his own aircraft and French ammunition, the crew managed to

make a forced landing on the Mediterranean Sea.

In the meantime the D520’s hovered waiting for the arrival

of a German Torpedo boat to come and capture the crew for prisoners of war. Without fail the English RAF sent two Fairey Fulmar fighters of sqn 807 from HMS Argus, one of which shot down the D520#361 of Lt Salaun.

The battle continued and shortly after three more of the D520’s appeared with more fire from the French aircraft. These were fended off by Fairey Fulmar Fighters from the aircraft carrier HMS Argus and the crew of a short Sunderland Flying Boat commanded by Flight Lieutenant Graham Pockley from 10 squadron, sadly, one of the Fairey Fulmar got shot down by the French.

While the battles continued the crew of the Catalina managed to escape the sinking plane and were stranded in the sea, including Sismey who was unconscious and waiting to be rescued. Eight hours passed before the crew were discovered and saved by a passing British Destroyer; HMS Ithuriel.

Luckily, all of the crew of the Catalina survived; Sismey was left with many metal fragments in his body, unbeknown to him he would joke about this later in life to his friends, that when piloting planes he had so much shrapnel in his body it would affect the planes navigation and compasses.

After a well-deserved break in service, two years later Sismey returned to operational flying duties and took a posting to an RAF unit as a test pilot. Following the end of the war he was transferred to RAAF over sea’s head quarters to organise services XI. Sismey achieved the rank of Squadron leader in the RAAF and was discharged on 24 July 1946.

Another great love of Sismey was Cricket! In 1990 by order of Australia he was honoured with the medal for services in cricket. Sismey was the official commander officer of the Australian services XI who played against England in the Victory Test series that followed VE Day. Sismey was the team wicket keeper and mid order batsman during the 5 unofficial test matches.

If you would like to build the models from this real life account of history, Airfix have released the following models 1:72 Short Sunderland Mk.III and 1:72 Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina.

A true account of a World War II veteran, re-told by his decedents of his two passions, Royal Air Force and cricket.

THE WORLD WAR II CRICKETER - STANLEY GEORGE SISMEY

Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina 1:72 - A05007: The superb amphibious Catalina entered service in 1939 and was immediately successful in its various roles.

Short Sunderland Mk.III 1:72 - A06001: The Short Sunderland was one of the finest flying boats ever built and served with the Royal Air Force Coastal Command for 21 years. Developed first as a patrol aircraft, the Sunderland came to be used more and more to take the war to the deadly German U-Boats.


CONNECT TO AIRFIX

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Let’s take a look at what Airfix modellers have been up to on our social media pages – facebook, twitter and youtube!

The best of #WorkspaceWednesdayA different users’ workspace is featured each week, here are a few our favourites:

Development Sneak Peaks! Our design team showed their innovative use of prototypes and continued to give sneak peeks of new kits this month, here’s the frame from the upcoming Heinkel that we are currently test building:

Out and About Lots of speculation about what we were measuring up when our researchers posted this photo on the first research trip of the year. What do you think?

Members galleryWe always enjoy seeing what projects

and models our members have been working on and we have shown a

selection of our favourites below. We would like to thank everyone who has sent in their images. A prize will be sent out to the best submission which is chosen by our panel.The winner chosen from all the photographs published in Issue 27 of the Airfix Club Magazine is member Ian, 611492.Thank you Ian for your picture of the fantastic display of Red Arrows, a surprise Airfix gift is in the post on its way to you.

Ed: If you would like to get involved and see your picture in the next Airfix Club magazine, send your photos to [email protected], upload to facebook or twitter with the #membersgallery or write to us and include your high resolution images to The Airfix Club Members Gallery, Hornby Hobbies Ltd, The Gateway, 3rd Floor, Innovate Way, Discovery Park CT13 9FF.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.

Member Simon Wilkinson 616109 Great Supermarine Spitfire

Member David Sutherland Nicely finished Hurricanes

Member Anthony Jordan 614241

Good Mk1 Hawker Hurricane!

Member 616794, Noah is 5 and Eve is 3

Great models Noah and Eve

Member James Crew, 615015 Awesome Diorama and Dornier


MEMBERS GALLERYJunior

We have received lots of pictures from junior members, but would love to see more of your great projects!Well done Archie, 611316 and Oliver, 615680 the panel couldn’t chose between your wonderful pictures and you will both receive a surprise in the post very soon! Watch this space to see this issue’s Junior Member Gallery winner in the next issue – remember to include your age!

Member John Ashton 504184 Brilliant Old Bill Bus!!

Member 615840 David Smalley Age 13 Nice work David

This limited edition club exclusive kit is to commemorate the centenary of the start of the First World War. The RAF Tucano Display Team aircraft is painted with a brilliant poppy livery. ‘Lest We Forget’ is written prominently across the underside of the aircraft in remembrance of the sacrifice made by thousands of young men 100 years ago and also of the sterling work undertaken by the Royal British Legion every year. Go to Airfix.com and log in to purchase exclusive club kits.

10. Prime model with Humbrol H1 spray primer.09. Add undercarriage, aerials and other detail parts.08. Mask canopy with Humbrol Maskol.

07. Using Humbrol Clearfix or PVA glue carefully fit canopy.

05. Add wings and elevators. 06. Paint cockpit surround black.

04. Fit 2nd fuselage half and hold with tape until glue sets.

03. Paint and fit pilots. Glue assembly to fuselage half. Add sufficient weight in nose section.

02. Paint and glue in seats, control columns and instrument cowls.

SHORTS TUCANO T1A Club Exclusive Build by Adam Cooper

09. All done!12. Remove Maskol from canopy, paint undercarriage and other details. Apply decals.

11. Next spray model with Humbrol H21 Gloss Black.

01. Install instrument panels. Paint, and then add decals.


AIRFIX EngineerBecome an Engineer in your own home!

Build an Airfix Combustion Engine and discover how a combustion engine works by building your very own working model with movement and working lights. There is a screwdriver included with this kit so you have everything you need to build it at home, but remember to have your batteries ready as these are not included.

Skill: 2

Flying Hours: 3

Number of Parts: 100+

Dimensions (mm): L235 x W110

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When the engine ‘starts up’ and runs it will be ‘firing’ to show how the combusting fuel and

air drives the pistons down to make the crankshaft turn. Typically combustion engines are used for car engines.

Watch the working videos of the Combustion Engine on Youtube visit: https://www.youtube.com watch?v=VHQzTRzI0AM

Once you have built yours don’t forget to share your pictures, videos and experience with us online.

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WIN A DORNIER D017Just answer this question: Why was the Dornier D017 nicknamed the ‘flying pencil’?

a. It was made of lead.

b. It has a slim fuselage shape.

c. It carried pencils as cargo.Please send all entries to: Airfix Issue 28 Competition, Hornby Hobbies Ltd, The Gateway, 3rd Floor, Innovate Way, Discovery Park CT13 9FF or e-mail them in to [email protected] – send your answer of either a,b or c and include your name, address and membership number and for junior entrants, please state your age (14 or under) Closing date for all entries is 31st May 2015.

Rules of entry1. The two winners of the competition (one adult and one junior

aged 14 or under) will be picked at random from all entries received by the closing date of 31st May 2015.

2. The competition is limited to one entry per current member of the Airfix Club.

3. The results of the competition will be announced in Issue 29 of the Airfix magazine and the winner 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 damaged or defaced in any way.

7. No cash equivalent is available. The judges’ decision is final.

Competition ResultsThe Red Arrows did their first display in 1965. The lucky winners have been drawn at random and the Red Arrows 50th Display Gift sets will be on the way to you!Airfix competition winner for Issue 27 - Gabriel Redwood, 614915.Airfix junior competition winner for Issue 27 - Berwyn Dafydd, aged 7, 616819.

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