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| smeds | Nov 4 2014, 10:30 AM Post #1 |
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Airbrush master
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Just got my sweaty paws onto the Airfix 1/48 Gnat T.1 at last. Developed as a small lightweight and manoeuvrable fighter, the Folland Gnat was never accepted into the RAF service in that role. However, after being re-designed with 2 seats, it found its niche as a superb trainer and its small size and excellent aerobatic capability made it a natural choice for the RAF's aerobatic teams. The Yellowjacks first used the gnat to great effect, before the Red Arrows used it as their first aircraft. Designed by W. E. W. Petter, the Gnat entered RAF service in 1962 giving trainee pilots the perfect first experience of fast jets before they moved onto the Hunters and Lightnings they would fly on front line duties. Eventually the introduction of the Hawk jet trainer meant the end for the Gnat and they were phased out of RAF service in the late 1970's. A large number were however passed to private operators where they still continue to be displayed at air shows. Airfix are releasing 2 kits of the diminutive Gnat. The trainer and the Red Arrows version. The kit contains 96 parts in pale blue and clear plastic. Options include raised or dropped flaps, open or closed upper nose compartment, open or closed canopy, raised or lowered undercarriage. The kit retails for 16.99 which I think is good value for this small kit measuring out at 230mm long, 153mm span. Decals printed by Cartograf. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
Edited by smeds, Nov 4 2014, 10:37 AM.
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| DLG Dave | Nov 7 2014, 12:48 PM Post #16 |
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Lt Dave 'Wraith' Carter
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Cheers. Much appreciated. |
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| smeds | Nov 7 2014, 03:20 PM Post #17 |
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Airbrush master
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