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Trumpeter 1/350 USS Nimitz CVN-68; Operation Eagle Claw 24-25 April 1980
Topic Started: Jun 21 2016, 09:41 AM (129 Views)
jacksdad64
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Tornado geek
I have wanted to build this monster of a kit for some time and now I am able to do so. I still have some AM stuff to get for what I want to do but I am able to begin construction in the mean time.

Here is a picture of the box top.

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I want to build the Nimitz in the time of Operation Eagle Claw during the Iran Hostage Crisis when it had Super Stallions on board.

Here is a brief history of the event.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Eagle_Claw

And some images.

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And here is a list of the Air Wing on board.

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I plan to scratch build the interior of the hanger deck, which Trumpeter supply. This will also be lit using the Carrier light set from Madman Lighting.


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Here is a picture of the deck dry fitted.

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There is still an etch set from White Ensign Model to get along with their Nuclear Carrier decal set. I have a decal set from Boatswain for the Air Wing and I need to get some more aircraft to populate the decks.

Steve
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Mark M
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Hawk T1
one to watch
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Olde Farte
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Lt. Derek 'Smurfy' Reeve
And for me also, not seen one made up.
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Doug Summers
Good luck on this monster of a project. I look forward to seeing your updates along the way.
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jacksdad64
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Thanks for the encouragement guys.
After this I have the Enterprise to build as it was during the filming of Top Gun. :wicked


Steve


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DevilFish
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LCDR Paul "Voodoo" Carter
I've got the 1/350 Enterprise too, as it was for the filming of, the Search for Spock, :rolf

Seriously though, I would love to see the ship and starship together. I bet they would be an awesome sight!
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jacksdad64
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Lighting kit has arrived so I can start work on the hanger deck.

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Hanger deck floor installed and plasticard walls glued in place.

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Looks a bit rough just now but it will look better once the details & hanger door are put it.

Steve

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Olde Farte
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Lt. Derek 'Smurfy' Reeve
This will look good when all lit up.
Good progress so far.
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jacksdad64
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Doubling up the walls at the hanger doors.

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What I'm trying to portray.

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Mark M
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Hawk T1
looking Very nice mate
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Lt Paddy 'Chancer' Boyle
Very nice work.
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