The Official Airfix Club Magazine...

Issue 1 2007

NEW AIRFIX MINI KITS

For those of you just starting out in the Airfix hobby, a series
of Mini Kits is now on sale.
With a small number of parts to be glued together and with components pre-painted, you
can achieve a great result in a relatively short space of time.

FEATURE...SUPERMARINE

The models are highly detailed 1:100 and 1:144 Scale aircraft. The WWII collection of
fighters in the series comes with a display plinth with the aircraft description and the
fighter pilots name.

SPITFIRE MK I

The fleet includes...

AT0001 Messerschmitt Bf 109F in 1:100 scale. 21 pieces.
AT0002 Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb in 1:100 scale. 20 pieces.
AT0003 North American Aviation P-51D Mustang in 1:100
scale. 26 pieces.
AT0004 Grumman F-14 Tomcat in 1:144 scale. 13 pieces.
AT0005 Lockheed F-117A Nighthawk in 1:144 scale.
17 pieces.

COMPETITION TIME
We have one example of the evocative A10600 Battle of Britain Memorial Flight sets to give
away to the winner of our Issue 1 competition. This memorable prize will go to the first
person whose correct entry is drawn from all those received on the closing date of 31st
December 2007.
All you have to do is answer the following questions:
1. Name the two key German dams successfully breached by the RAF 603 Dambusters
Squadron on the night of 17th May 1943, using the Barnes Wallace Bouncing Bomb.
2. What was the code name of the Operation?
3. Only two Lancasters are still flying in the world today. One is part of the BBMF at RAF
Coningsby in Lincolnshire. In which country and exact location is the second one kept?
4. The 50th Anniversary Lancaster is decorated in The Phantom of The Ruhr decals and
features the colours of two RAF Squadrons. Name the two Squadrons and the position
of their colours on the Lancaster.
Put your answers on a postcard with your name, address and Club membership
number and send to Airfix Lancaster Competition, PO Box 25, Melton Mowbray,
Leicestershire, LE13 1ZG, UK.
The closing date for the competition is 31st December 2007.

FEATURING:
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Rules of Entry
1. The winner will be the first all-correct entry selected
at random on the closing date of 31 December 07.
2. Limited to one entry per current member of the
Airfix Club.
3. Duplicate entries will be disregarded.
4. The results of the competition will be announced in
Issue 2 of the Airfix Club magazine and the winner
notified by post.

5. The competition is not open to employees of

Hornby Hobbies, their agents or families.
6. No correspondence to be entered into in conjunction
with the competition.
7. No cash equivalent is available.
8. The Airfix Club accepts no responsibility for entries
lost or damaged in the post.
9. Entries defaced or altered will be disregarded.
10. The judges decision is final.

JUNIOR COMPETITION TIME

You will have read in this issue of the Airfix Club magazine that a fantastic new Dr Who series
of Airfix kits is coming out shortly. We have an example of each of the new Dr Who kits to
give away to one lucky winner in our first Junior Airfix Competition. The competition is open
only to junior members aged 14 and under. The Dr Who sci-fi series first hit the TV screens
in 1963 and since then there have been ten actors who have played Dr Who over the years.
David Tennant currently plays the Doctor but can you give us the names of three other actors
who have played the role of Dr Who since the programme started over 40 years ago?
You have nine names to choose from between the first programme in November 1963 to
June 2005 when David Tennant took over the role, so get those thinking caps on.
Put your answers on a postcard with your name, address, Club membership number
and most importantly your age and send to Airfix Dr Who Competition, PO Box 25,
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1ZG, UK.
The closing date for the competition is 31st December 2007.

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SOUND EFFECTS

AIRFIX CAPTURES

DR
WHO
AND THE TARDIS
FROM CYBERSPACE

Rules of Entry.
1. The winner will be the first all-correct entry selected
at random on the closing date of 31 December 07.
2. Limited to one entry per junior member (aged 14
years and under) of the Airfix Club.
3. Duplicate entries will be disregarded.
4. The results of the competition will be announced in
the Issue 2 of the Airfix Club magazine and the winner
notified by post.

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5. The competition is not open to employees of

Hornby Hobbies, their agents or families.
6. No correspondence to be entered into in conjunction
with the competition.
7. No cash equivalent is available.
8. The Airfix Club accepts no responsibility for entries
lost or damaged in the post.
9. Entries defaced or altered will be disregarded.
10. The judges decision is final.

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Editorial

Contents
Airfix...The Roadshow.
Model Build. RNLI Severn Class Lifeboat.
The 2007 Airfix release Programme.
Supermarine Spitfire MkI.
Falklands War 25 Years Anniversary.
- Battle of Britain Memorial Flight,
- Canberra B(I)8,
- Hawker Sidley/BAe Systems Nimrod.
Wallace & Gromit & Doctor Who.
Airfix Mini Kits & Competition Time.

Welcome to the new Hornby Airfix Club and the first

issue of our Club magazine.

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Whether you are completely new to the hobby or perhaps

an existing subscriber to the former club prior to the
recent Hornby acquisition of Airfix, we hope you will all
enjoy the benefits associated with the new Club, including
the quarterly magazine and your exclusive
introductory Club Airfix model.

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THE ROAD

SHOW

Your Exclusive Club model.

We have chosen the 1:48 scale
Supermarine Spitfire Mk XVI a later
version of this iconic
wartime aircraft - as our
first Club model.

2007 has been a busy one and the Airfix team has taken the opportunity to attend a number of exhibitions Air Shows in particular - to promote the new acquisition and meet the many Airfix fans and hobbyists at the
same time.
RAF Fairford in Gloucester was one such venue on the occasion of the

The National Railway Museum Open Day at Shildon in County Durham

Exclusive to members, the Spitfire

comes with two different decoration
options black or silver and red.

Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) over the weekend of 14th and

over the weekend of 11th and 12th August provided an unusual venue

15th July. The Airfix marquee proved a particular draw, situated alongside

for an exceptional exhibition of Airfix models owned and displayed by

the companys Roadshow truck, and the Airfix team had activities to

Steve Donnelly from West Yorkshire.

And, as an added bonus, we are including three

pots of paint with your free model.

suit everyone.

Whilst Steve had some models for sale, there were several highly

Your Airfix magazine...

For those of you who have access to the Internet, you can download the magazine as a full colour pdf file
or have it emailed to you as soon as it goes to press. Likewise your copy of the Airfix catalogue. Should you
have opted to receive a hard copy to read at your leisure, refer to when you want and file for future reference,
we hope that you too will enjoy the full colour 12-page magazine mailed directly to your door, together with
your complimentary copy of the Airfix catalogue.
In Issue 1, we preview the Airfix range of items the company is releasing between now and the end of
December, all of which should be available through your local Airfix stockist. For a list of these stockists,
particularly those nearest to you, log on to www.airfix.com.

Junior enthusiasts, under the instruction and supervision of the Airfix

collectable mint and boxed pieces definitely not on offer, including the

team, were invited to an Airfix workshop, where they built and painted

very first Airfix model ever produced, the Ferguson Tractor.

their own plane, before carefully transporting it home after allowing

The construction kit was still in its original packaging with header card

both glue and paint to dry!

boasting the contents as containing 50 components and cement. There

For adult model builders and collectors, the Airfix team were pleased to

was also a 1:32 scale Beach Buggy in its illustrated box; a Bond Bug,

answer questions about the new Airfix collection on show, some models

also boxed in 1:32 scale and an Ariel Arrow Motorbike.

already available but many others in prototype form prior to production

Steve had one item which reputedly, Airfix had at one time denied making

later this year. Many of the Airfix kits on display reflected the real-life

- the Ton-Up-Tony, comprising a motorcycle construction kit, packaged

versions flying all around us over the Show weekend, although definitely

in a colourful box illustrating a speeding Tony heading for the M1! The

less noisy!

Airfix logo is very clear on the box, so we must assume it did emanate

The mood was one of great enthusiasm, touched with relief, voiced by

from the factory.

modellers that Airfix was once more back in safe hands and destined

Any feedback from knowledgeable Club members

welcome!

not only to continue but also to grow in future years.

We hope you enjoy the selection of articles, competitions and product previews in the magazine. We would
like to stress that the magazine is yours and in making sure we are covering your particular interest, we
look forward to having your input in the form of letters, articles on your Airfix building experiences, how you
display your models, comments and suggestions on what you would like to read about in the magazine. We
also welcome supporting images either as good quality photographs or emailed high-resolution digital images.
No low resolution scans or photocopies please - the quality is not good enough for use in the Club magazine.
In the meantime, happy reading!...Susan Pownall Consultant Editor
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1 Construction starts with the four-piece hull. By leaving the lower

section off, the model offers the option of a waterline model.

2 The bridge and upper structure requires each section to be

butt-joined. This is not a task to be rushed and careful alignment

and gluing the sections from the inside makes for a neat
assembly.

RNLI SEVERN
CLASS LIFEBOAT

3 This minor sink mark - a result of the plastic cooling and

shrinking in the mould - is easily fixed with a dot of filler and

smoothed down.

4 Some of the parts ready for priming and painting before

construction can continue. Items that need to be painted the

same colour are fixed to postcards with double-sided tape.
5 Parts of the deck are being prepared for painting. One area has

already been painted and masked. Some details on the deck

have been airbrushed HU33 matt Black before the top coat of
HU27 Sea Grey is applied. This is known as pre-shading and
is designed to add some subtle depth to final finish.
6 The deck has now been painted in HU27 Sea Grey and the pre-

shaded areas now just show through, given a weathered effect.

7 Various parts of the interior have now been painted and

assembled. There is a lot of detail here and it pays to spend

some time picking it out by dry-brushing in lighter shades to
add highlights. Items like the fire-extinguishers have been picked
on out in gloss Red to add a splash of colour.

8 The bridge was given a coat of HU28 matt Grey inside and out,

the latter acting as a good undercoat for the final finish of HU18
gloss Orange. This was airbrushed on in light coats, allowing
each to fully dry and lightly polished with a piece of kitchen
scourer material. Other items like the dinghy and upper deck
were also given a coat of orange at this stage.

Turning to Sea Vessels, also worthy of mention here, is the early 2007
release of the Code A07280 RNLI Severn Class Lifeboat. Modelled to 1:72
scale containing 189 pieces, the set also includes acrylic paint, brush
and adhesive.

9 After its coat of orange had dried, the actuating rams on the

crane were picked out in silver and given a wash of black.

10 The lower section of the bridge was masked off and given a

coat of HU15 gloss Midnight Blue. The upper bridge section is

also added at this stage.
11 The walkway on the top was masked off and sprayed HU27

The Severn Class lifeboat is the largest vessel used by the RNLI, with a range of 250 nautical miles
and a top speed of 25 knots. The first prototype was introduced in 1992 and the last Severn Class was
built in 2003, with the RNLI taking 46 of them for use around the coast of the UK and Ireland on a variety
of rescue missions.

Dark Sea Grey along with the anti-slip decking. The windscreen
wiper motor housings above the windows were given a couple
of coats of HU34 Matt White. The window frames were also
picked out at this stage with HU11 Silver and a fine-pointed
paintbrush.

The lifeboat, carrying a crew of six volunteer RNLI seamen, also carries a Y boat that can be launched
and recovered by a lightweight crane to enable rescues close to shore. The propellers are also protected
so it can take ground without damage.

The new Airfix Severn Class Lifeboat (A07280) is an exact 1:72 replica
of this state of the art vessel and was developed with the co-operation
of the same engineers at the RNLI who designed the real thing.

12 With the hull already primed it was painted HU19 gloss Bright

Red and HU15 gloss Midnight Blue, providing a gloss finish

ready for the decals.

10 /11

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13 The railings at the rear were painted HU28 matt Grey and given

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a wash of thinned matt Black paint to add some shadows to

the detail. The various inner handrails and other deck fittings
were all cleaned up and given a coat of HU22 gloss White.
14 The control surfaces at the back - not unlike the flaps on an

Scaled at 1:72, not only does this kit complement the Airfix Westland
Sea King (A03043) RAF rescue helicopter, but it also matches other
1:72 marine subjects in the Airfix range like the German E Boat (A10280),
Vosper MTB (A05280) and the RAF Rescue Launch (A05281).
There are over 180 parts on the kit, which features lots of interior detail,
deck fittings, rescue equipment and communications antennae.

aircraft - were painted HU11 Silver and, once dry, given a light
wash of Black water-based paint to add some depth and pick
out the detail.
15 The side railings were painted HU21 gloss Black. The detail here

can be highlighted with some gentle dry-brushing.

16 HU34 matt White was also applied to the bases for the railings

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on the deck. A pointed brush is the best tool for this job. Adding
the railings is best done with a pair of tweezers. Care needs to
be taken here not to damage the delicate parts.

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17 Similarly, the davits are also to the deck.

18 The kit decal sheet offers serial numbers and lifeboat station

names for every Severn Class lifeboat in the RNLI, including

the reserve vessels. Decals work best when applied to gloss
finish, the smooth surface helps them adhere better, making
the varnish surround on the decals disappear, so the gloss
paints needed for the colour scheme help here. The decals
are very thin so care is needed in their application. The
red/yellow strip that curves around the hull is best floated
into position with a paintbrush and plenty of water and then
blotted dry with a price of tissue. Some spare striping is
provided in case of an accident. With the decals applied the
model can be given a final sealing coat of varnish. The actual
finish of the Severn Class Lifeboat is gloss but in 1:72 scale
it may be better to give it a coat of satin varnish for a better
scale effect.

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THE

2007 PROGRAMME

AIRFIX RELEASE

Highlights of key Airfix models released to date.

19 The windows can be added at this stage. Plastic glues can

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sometimes fog the clear parts, so these are best fixed in

place using either Humbrol Clearfix or PVA wood glue.
20 The final details to be added are the clear parts to the upper

bridge and the communications

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Aerials which finish the model off. Due to the high number of
parts, often very small and delicate, and the need to paint
sections of the model ahead of assembly, this is a kit more
suited to the experienced modeller and is not a project to be
rushed. Given time and care, the kit builds into a fine replica
that pays tribute to the brave men and women of the RNLI
who risk their own lives for those in peril on the sea, and
which Airfix is proud to support.

The Sea King is one of the most well known

choppers in the UK, probably because it
has all weather capacity, it can fly in extreme
conditions and when hovering, it can be
flown by the winch operator, who can
position the rescue harness with great
accuracy.
The Sea King has an 18-passenger capacity
and a range of 280 miles.
The Airfix Sea King is modelled in 1:72 scale
and contains 90 pieces.
This set also comes with acrylic paint, glue
and a brush.
An Airfix RNLI Severn Class Lifeboat is also included And ending on a worthy note...
in the new Air Sea Rescue Set, to add further realism Airfix are making a donation of 60 pence
to a nautical diorama.
from the sale of every RNLI Severn Class
Under Code A98660, the set comprises the Severn Lifeboat and 1 from every sale of the twoClass Lifeboat and a Westland Sea King Helicopter. piece gift set to the Royal National Lifeboat
Institution, the registered UK charity.

In this first issue of the Airfix Club magazine,

it is worth having a re-cap on some of the popular and high
profile 2007 Airfix kits released earlier this year, which in some
cases are now in short supply and therefore, more difficult to track down.
However, they are well worth hunting for!...One example is the...

SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MK I
Under Airfix Code A05115, this 1:48 scale model

After much refinement, the Air Ministry ordered 310 of the aircraft in 1936.
By the outbreak of WWII, nine squadrons had been equipped with the Spitfire,
which saw its first combat in October 1939 when it shot down a German
bomber attacking shipping off the coast of Scotland.

of the Spitfire has 64 pieces, including

modification options. It represents the Mk I which
first went into service with the RAF No.19 (F)
Squadron based at Duxford in 1938. The early

The performance of these early Spitfire variants was impressive. Its top
speed, according to an RAF statement in 1939, was logged at 362 mph at
a height of 18,500 feet. It could climb to 11,000 feet, fully armed, in 4.8
minutes. A remarkable flight by Supermarine test pilot Jeffrey Quill at the
time, logged a flight from Le Bourget to Croydon Airport in just 41 minutes.
The Spitfires development saw many upgrades, notably the Mk II with an
improved Rolls-Royce Merlin 45, 1470 hp engine, which became available
in 1940, although not many Squadrons were allocated the aircraft until after
the Battle of Britain. The Mk V entered service in 1941, giving the RAF
improved power as well as much greater armament facilities.

Mk I had a two blade fixed pitch propeller, an

unarmoured windscreen, a flat canopy and a
straight radio mast.
The kit also contains the parts to convert the aircraft into a Mk IA of the
Battle of Britain period, with De Havilland three-blade variable pitch propeller;
or by using the additional decals, a Mk IIA of No. 118 Squadron RAF, which
had the three-blade variable pitch propeller with a blunt spinner.
The Supermarine Spitfire was the brainchild of R J Mitchell, whose
development job it had been to provide a British contender for the

Spitfire development ended in 1946

with the Mk 24. However, since R J
Mitchell developed the Mk I, ten years
earlier, there had been no less than
forty variants of this valiant little
aircraft.

extremely competitive Schneider Trophy an annual air speed competition

in which many countries notably the USA and Italy took part. The result
of his engineering expertise was that Britain subsequently won the Trophy on
several occasions, a fact which did not go unnoticed by the Air Ministry of
the time, who were looking for a fighter monoplane to replace bi-planes such
as the Gloster Gladiator, Gloster Gauntlet and Fairey Swordfish, used hitherto.

Sadly, R J Mitchell died from cancer in 1937 and did not live long enough
to see what a remarkable contribution the Spitfire and her wartime
crews made to the freedom of Great Britain.

The first Spitfire, built with a Rolls-Royce Merlin III 1030 hp engine, flew in
1936 from Eastleigh Airport, close to the Supermarine Works on the Solent.

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Autumn 2007 Airfix Releases Autumn 2007 Airfix Releases

Autumn 2007 Airfix Releases Autumn 2007 Airfix Releases

With the shorter days and darker evenings now apparent in the UK at least and the
return to our autumn and winter indoor hobbies, we hope to whet your appetite with
some of the highlights from the new Airfix series of kits, which are promised between
now and the end of the year. Some of them would make an admirable addition to those
seasonal gift lists, either for self-indulgence or a hint to family and friends!

A98670 comprises the

Falklands War Collection

A50004 Falklands War

Anniversary set

The A50005 Avro Vulcan B

Mk 2 Airfix Anniversary Set

This Anniversary set includes six 1:72 scale aircraft

and an exclusive A2 size Falklands War Action Wall
Planner giving a description of how each aircraft
took part within the 1982 War.

Features the Sea Harrier FRS1 in 1:24 scale, making up to an incredible

604mm x 320mm model. Also included is an exclusive pilots log from
the Falklands War featuring unique photographs and official technical data
sheets only available with the set. In addition, it includes 20 acrylic paints,
precision poly and a paintbrush.

in 1:72 scale, includes 15 acrylic paints, precision

poly cement and a paintbrush to decorate it in its
authentic camouflage markings.

The set also comes with 15 acrylic paints, precision poly and a
paintbrush.
The fantastic collection contains six aircraft from both the British
and the Argentinean Air Forces, namely:

The Sea Harrier FRS1, Harrier GR.3, Mirage IIIEA,

IA.58A Pucara, A-4 Skyhawk, Super Etendard.

High on the list for military enthusiasts

must be the Airfix series of aircraft
commemorating the 25th Anniversary
of the Falklands Conflict which
started with the Argentine
invasion of the British owned Falkland, South
Georgia and South Sandwich Islands or Malvinas
(if you are Argentine) on 2nd April 1982.
The success of the British retaliation, resulting in
the surrender of the invading force on 14th June 1982, was undoubtedly
due to the speed in which the UK responded. HMS Hermes sailed from
Portsmouth on 5th April with nine Sea Harrier GR3 aircraft bound for the
Falkland Islands Total Exclusion Zone. Whilst the GR3 played a crucial
role in the conflict, where it was to attack from the aircraft carrier and
later from basic landing strips on the islands, the BAe Sea Harrier FRS1
was equally important. The FRS1 was a navalised version of the BAe
Harrier, fitted with raised cockpit to aid the pilots view and there was
more cockpit space than in the GR3.

This famous aircraft played a key part, particularly in the Falklands

Campaign Operation Black Buck - the bombing of Stanley Airport,
where it was used in an extraordinary 8000 mile round trip to attack and
disable the airport, whilst in the hands of the Argentine forces.
One version used during the conflict was modified to carry anti-radar
missiles on hard points under the wings.
The Vulcan was aided in its long-distance Falklands flying role by another
Falklands War victor the Handley Page Victor K2 not, we should
add, part of this commemorative Airfix series but worthy of a mention
given its purpose in the conflict.

In addition, the FRS1 flew with the Blue Fox multi-role radar system. The
aircraft was capable of 600 knots in level flight and was powered by
one 21,500 dry thrust Rolls-Royce Pegasus Mk 104 vectored thrust
turbofan.

Originally conceived as a bomber, it was converted to the tanker role for

this particular conflict and served an extremely useful purpose in
refuelling the Vulcans, particularly involved in the bombing of Stanley
Airport Operation Black Buck.

The FRS1 proved itself in the air-to-air role during the Falklands War
where it scored several kills against Argentine aircraft with its newly
acquired sidewinder missiles.

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Wallace & Gromit

Airfix commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the

Battle of Britain
Memorial Flight.

There are many Airfix releases either available now or

coming out shortly, which will appeal particularly to our
younger Club members and provide hours of fun
constructing not only land, sea and air transport but also
your favourite characters from the large and small screen.

2007 marks the Golden Anniversary of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, comprising
the three iconic British aircraft of WWII. the Avro Lancaster B Mk I, the Supermarine
Spitfire Mk IIA and the Hawker Hurricane Mk IIC.

You can construct your very own Wallace and Gromit, together with
Anti Pesto Van, as seen in the movie Wallace & Gromit and the Curse
of Were-Rabbit. The 1:72 scale kit, under Code AN1102 contains the
Anti-Pesto Van, the two figures of the intrepid pair, 13 acrylic paints, a
brush and glue. There are 92 pieces.
The model of the van features rubber tyres, opening and closing doors,
turning wheels and is pre-painted in the same colour as in the film, so
theres no need to paint the whole van.

The BBMF was formed at Biggin Hill in 1957 and 50 years on, the sight and droning sound of the
trio with the Lancaster centre-stage, flanked on either side by the Spit and the Hurricane, never
fail to bring a lump to ones throat. The BBMF echoes a nations dogged determination and
aspirations and continues to inspire generation after generation, whilst evoking pride, gratitude and
remembrance of the huge sacrifices made by the young pilots during WWII. The BBMF is so popular,
from fly-pasts on Royal and high profile public occasions to appearances at air shows, that the
voluntary crew fulfil over 800 individual aircraft events each year at
over 250 locations. The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is based
permanently at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire.

There is also the Wallace & Gromit Collection kit, number AN1100 which
includes some of the vehicles from their film A Close Shave the
aeroplane, motorbike and sidecar as well as the Wallace & Gromit
figures. The kit, containing 89 pieces, comes with 11 acrylic paints,
brush and glue.

The A10600 Airfix Anniversary Set...

Comprises the Hawker Hurricane Mk IIC, Supermarine Spitfire Mk IIA and Avro Lancaster
B Mk I. They are decorated in the 50th Anniversary decal scheme of The Phantom of
the Ruhr. The Lancaster sports the colours of 100 Squadron with which she flew 31 missions,
on the left side and the colours of 550 Squadron, with which she flew 90 missions, on her right
side. Also included is a Flight Stand enabling you to display the three aircraft in their correct formation;
12 acrylic paints, poly cement and a paint brush. The set is packaged in a high quality box and
the box-art features a moody scene with the three aircraft flying over the English countryside.

FEATURING:

Military Aircraft - A10102 The Canberra B(I)8. 1:48 Scale

The English Electric Canberra kit is scheduled for a December 2007 release and will include
alternate parts and decals for B(I)8s of the RAF and Peruvian Air Force as well as those of the
South African Air Force and Royal New Zealand Air Force. The American version of the aircraft
the Martin B-57B is also a new kit, under reference A10104 in 1:48 scale.
This model will include parts and decals for three USAF versions the B-57B, RB-57E and
RB-57G.The English Electric Canberra was Britains first jet bomber, which took to the skies for
the first time in May 1949, flown by Wing Commander Roland (Roley) Beaumont. In various
forms, it was to see service with the RAF for more than forty years, notably in Korea in the 1950s.
The aircraft was also either sold to or licensed for building in several Commonwealth Air Forces
during its lifetime. The Americans first saw, and were greatly impressed by, the Canberra following Roley Beaumonts non-stop trans-Atlantic flight to
the USA in February 1951. The Americans made a licence-building agreement using the Canberra WD940 as the template. The US version, built by
Martin, used Wright J-65 engines and several modifications were made to adapt the aircraft for the United States Air Force.

Classic Kits - A12050 Hawker Siddeley/BAe Systems

Nimrod MR-1, MR-2, MR-2P and R-1 versions
The Nimrod is the worlds only jet maritime reconnaissance aircraft and submarine hunter. The
aircraft was designed by Hawker Siddeley for the RAF and the first prototype flew in May 1967.
After three years of extensive testing, it entered service with the RAF in 1970.
The Nimrod is still in active service with the RAF after over thirty years and has played an
important role in a number of conflicts round the world including the Falklands War and the two
Gulf Wars.
Given sidewinder air-to-air missiles in the first Gulf War in the 1980s, it arguably became the
largest fighter in the world. It can fly up to maximum speeds of 575 mph powered by four
Rolls-Royce Spey engines.
New tooling this year, the 1:72 scale Airfix Nimrod kit comprises a Limited Edition.

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- ILLUMINATED TIME

AIRFIX CAPTURES DR WHO AND

THE TARDIS FROM CYBERSPACE

COLUMN
- TOP LIGHT & TARDIS
SOUND EFFECTS

Airfix have scooped a fantastic agreement with the

BBC to produce a range of Airfix kits featuring Dr Who,
Tardis and Dr Whos latest companion Martha Jones.
With a Dr.Who Christmas Special scheduled for a December 2007
screening and a fourth season planned to start on 21st March 2008, the
introduction of Dr Who into the Airfix new tooling programme could not be
more apt. It will not only appeal to modellers but also to sci-fi buffs around
the globe.
The first series of Dr Who was screened on 23rd November 1963. It now
has a cult following worldwide and holds the record for the longest running
TV science fiction series ever. A special milestone was reached in 2003, a
year which marked the 40th Anniversary of the programme when a series
of celebrations marked the event, attended by some of the actors who had
featured in the programme over the years. Apart from the fourth season
starting in the Spring of 2008, there are also outline plans underway for
2009 and 2010, reflecting the appeal of the programme to fans of all ages.
The Airfix models include Dr Who replicating the 10th Doctor David
Tennant, who took over the role in June 2005 in The Parting of the Ways.
He is joined by companion Martha Jones, played on screen by Freema
Agyeman; and The Tardis time-machine. The superb Airfix kits are due
for release in December 2007.

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