Airfix - BBMF Collection Gift Set - 1:72  (A50116)

Seen all over the UK every summer and in many parts of Europe too, the iconic trio of the Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane signifies the skill and sacrifices made by the air and ground crews of the RAF during WWII. All three aircraft can be displayed in flight on the stand supplied.
(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Battle of Britain Fighter Collection Gift Set 1:72 (A50065)

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight fly seven fighter aircraft in total, two of which are in the 'BBMF Collection'. This set contains the remaining five; Spitfire MkIIa, Spitfire MkVb, Spitfire MkLIXe, Spitfire Mk PRXIX, and Hurricane MkIIc. This gift set includes glue (Humbrol Precision Poly Cement), Paint Brushes, 12 Humbrol Acrylic Paints and a triple pronged stand enabling the aircraft to be displayed in flight.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - The Dambusters 617 Squadron RAF 1:72 (A50061)

617 Squadron, RAF, "The Dambusters" was a single squadron formed during the Second World War to carry out a single special and dangerous task. That operation "Chastise" has since become a legend in the annals of military history. Using the legendary Lancaster bomber, converted to carry the Barnes Wallis designed "bouncing bomb", the Guy Gibson led squadron destroyed the Mohne and Eder dams. The set not only includes the Dambusters Lancaster, but also a base with the lake and dam, to enable this legendary mission to be re-created, paint brushes, 8 Humbrol acrylic paints, poly cement and a stand enabling the aircraft to be displayed in flight.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Battle of Britain Gift Set - 1:72 (A50022)

The four most recognisable subjects from the summer of 1940 are in this set - Spitfire, Hurricane, Messerschmitt and Heinkel to create a collection to commemorate the Battle of Britain. Set includes 12 paints, 2 brushes, and 2 poly cement.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Victoria Cross Icons Gift Set - 1:72 (A50129)

This special exclusive set celebrates the achievements of four airmen who were awarded the Victoria Cross whilst serving with the RAF in WWII. Contents are the four aircraft flown during these missions, paints, adhesive and brushes, along with full details of these heroic actions.

Hughie Idwal Edwards – Bristol Blenheim
Awarded his VC for leading a bombing raid against the port of Bremen. He survived the war.
Donald Edward Garland – Fairey Battle
Awarded his VC in 1940 attacking bridges in Belgium. The VC was a posthumous one.
John Hannah – Handley Page Hampden
Awarded his VC for gallantry in tackling a fire on his plane that was caused by anti-aircraft fire during the attack on Antwerp.
James Brindley Nicholson – Hawker Hurricane
Awarded his VC after shooting down a Bf110 while on fire. He survived but was badly burnt.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - EuroFighter Typhoon  / Supermarine Spitfire MkIIa Gift Set - 1:72 (A50040)

Use the stand included to model the all time classic RAF fighter, the Spitfire, along with the ultra modern fighter/interceptor the Eurofighter Typhoon. These often fly together at air shows across the UK.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

EuroFighter

Supermarine Spitfire MkIIa

Airfix - RAF Battle of Britain Airfield Set Anniversary Edition - 1:76 (A50015)

The image of the RAF pilot scrambling for another mission in the summer of 1940 can be modelled into a superb scene with this collection containing a Spitfire, two refuelling vehicles, RAF personnel, airfield base and paints, brushes and adhesive.

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Messerschmitt Bf110 Supermarine Spitfire MkIX - 1:72 (A50036)

A dogfight scene between the all time classic RAF fighter and one of the Luftwaffe’s twin engined aircraft can be displayed using the stand included in this gift set. This set also includes 8 Humbrol Acrylic Paints, Humbrol Precision Poly and Paint Brushes.

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Junkers Ju-88 and Hawker Hurricane MkIIb - 1:72 (A50038)

Over the skies of Britain in 1940 these two aircraft were often to meet in deadly combat with the Hurricane being more than a match of the intruding light bomber. Display stand included.

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Curtiss P-40B Warhawk and Mitsubishi Zero - 1:72 (A50127)

Following Japan’s deadly attack on Pearl Harbour on 7th December 1941, the ensuing dogfights over the Hawaiian Islands and the mid-Pacific were often between the P-40B and the Zero.

Contents

Curtiss P-40B Warhawk Model Kit Mitsubishi Zero Model Kit

8 x Acrylic Paints, Glue, 2 x Brushes

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Spitfire MkIa - 1:72 (A01071A)

Probably the most iconic of all aircraft, brought to the public's attention following its feats during the Battle of Britain. This first real combat version of the brilliant fighter is celebrated with this brand new, fully detailed Airfix kit that captures the shape of the much loved Spitfire perfectly.

Paints Required but not included: 9, 11, 24, 29, 33, 53, 61, 78, 70, 704, 163

Airfix - Supermarine Spitfire MkIXc - 1:72 (A02065)

In 1941 the Luftwaffe introduced the FW190 providing a formidable foe to the RAF’s fighters. The Mk IX was a significant improvement on the Mk V. It had a top speed of 409 mph at 28,000 feet, an increase of 40 miles per hour. Its service ceiling rose from 36,200 feet to 43,000 feet. It could climb at 4,000 feet per minute, providing a match for the new German fighter

Paints Required but not included: 3, 24, 29, 33, 72, 60, 61, 55, 56, 78, 84,157

Airfix - Supermarine Spitfire MkVb - 1:72 (A02046A)

The Spitfire MkV was one of the most successful "temporary" fighters ever introduced into the Royal Air Force, having been rushed into service. Over one hundred and forty RAF squadrons operated the type. It served on all battlefronts and was supplied to nine other countries including the Soviet Union and the United States.

A) Aircraft flown by Pilot Officer Leo Nomis, No.71 Eagle Squadron, Royal Air Force Martlesham Heath, Suffolk, England, April 1942

B) Buckeye Don flown by 2nd Lit Don Gentile 336th Fighter /squadron, United States Army Air Force, Royal Air Force Debden, North Essex, England, 1942

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 11,24, 30, 33, 53, 61, 62, 90, 96, 106, 165

Airfix - 50th Anniversary Spitfire - 1:72 (A01001)

The first ever Spitfire produced by Airfix, the BTK, had a starring role in the James May's Toy Stories series, and it's now available to buy again for 2010. With the header card carrying the image used in the programme and still in it's original blue colouring, it's great not only for modelling, but also to add to any Airfix collection too.

Paints required but not included: 24, 29, 30, 33, 70, 56, 90

Airfix - Hawker Hurricane Mk1 - 1:72 (A02082A)

A total of 1,715 Hurricanes flew with Fighter Command during the period of the Battle, far in excess of all other British fighters combined. The Hurricane was a robust, manoeuvrable aircraft capable of sustaining fearsome combat damage before write-off; and unlike the Spitfire, it was a wholly operational, go-anywhere do-anything fighter by July 1940. It is estimated that its pilots were credited with four-fifths of all enemy aircraft destroyed in the period July-October 1940.

Airfix -  Hawker Hurricane Sea Hurricane MkIIc - 1:72 (A02096)

The 20mm cannon armed MkIIc also included a hardpoint for a 500 lb or 250 lb bomb, and later in 1941, fuel tanks. By then performance was inferior to the latest German fighters, and the Hurricane changed to the ground-attack role. The mark also served as a night fighter and "intruder."

A) No.34 Squadron Royal Air Force South East Asia

B) Nicki No.835 Naval Air Squadron, HMS Nairana 1944

C) Squadron Leader Danny Le Roy Du Vivier DFC, No.43 Squadron, Royal Air Force, Tangmere Wing Operation Jubiliee 19th August 1942

Paints required but not included: (All)11, 24, 29, 33, 53, 61, 78, 96, 171 (A) 34, 163, 165 (B) 19, 34, 49, 90, 123, 224 (C) 90, 106, 163, 165

Airfix - Hawker Tempest V - 1:72 (A02094)

Paints required but not included: 24, 30, 33, 56, 64, 78, 90, 106, 113

Airfix - Hawker Typhoon 1b - 1:72 (A01027)

The Typhoon was a British single-seat fighter bomber that entered into service in 1941 and was an intended replacement for the Hawker Hurricane in the 'interceptor role'

Paints required but not included: 3, 19, 24, 30, 33, 53, 56, 61, 64, 90, 96, 106, 171

Airfix - Curtiss Hawk 81-A-2 - 1:72 (A01003)

Flying the Curtiss Hawk 81-A-2 from late 1941 the Flying Tigers, known officially as the 1st American Volunteer Group, were a unit of the Republic of China Air Force.

This aircraft is part of the Fighter Collection based at IWM Duxford and is displayed at the Flying Legends show, for more information please visit www.fighter-collection.com

Paints required but not included: 24, 28, 33, 116, 119

Airfix - Boulton Paul Defiant NF.1 - 1:72 (A01031)

The Boulton Paul Defiant found a successful niche as a night-fighter during the German 'Blitz' on London, scoring a significant number of combat kills before being moved to training and support roles.

A) No.256 Sqn, RAF Catterick, December, 1940

B) No.141 Sqn, RAF Church Fenton, September, 1940

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 24, 33, (A) 11, 113, (B) 29, 30, 90

Airfix - Fairey Battle - 1:72 (A03032)

During the period at the start of the war when Poland was under attack, the Battle was used to fly reconnaissance missions over the German front line in the West. It was during one of these missions, on 20 September 1939, that a Fairey Battle of No. 88 Squadron shot down a Messerschmitt Bf 109, giving the Battle the honour of having achieved the first RAF kill of the war. However, the phoney war period also saw the Battle suffer significant losses, and once the Battle of France commenced the losses became unacceptable, and the aircraft was withdrawn, but not after two posthumous Victoria Crosses were awarded to Flight Officer D.E. Garland and his observer, Sgt. T. Gray.

Paints Required but not included: 11, 24, 29, 33, 78, 96, 163

Airfix - D.H. Mosquito MkII / VI / XVIII - 1:72 (A03019)

The Mosquito attained the reputation of being one of the most outstanding aircraft of WWII. Constant successes in its various fighter bomber, maritime and ground attack roles made it a very respected foe by its opponents. Its wooden construction provided resistance to punishing damage and afforded quick repair.

A) MkII, 23 Squadron RAF Fighter Command, 1942

B) MkVI, 1 Squadron RAAF, 1944

C) MkXVIII, 248/254 Squadron RAF Coastal Command, 1944

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 11, 24, 33, (C) 11, 24, 33, 34, 64

Airfix - Handley Page Hampden - 1:72 (A04011)

The Hampden entered service in 1938 with the nickname 'The Flying Panhandle' because of its pod and boom fuselage layout. The Hampden proved to be an under-performer in terms of a day medium bomber and was easily shot down.

Paints Required but not included: (ALL) 3, 11, 19, 24, 33, 53, 55, 56, 78, 85, 171, (A/B) 29, 163 (C) 86, 87

Airfix - Mitsubishi A6M2B Zero - 1:72 (A01005)

In the Battle of Britain, the Bf 109 was at a disadvantage due to its short range. During the Battle, after escorting bombers from their bases in northern France, The Netherlands and Germany, the Messerschmitt had only around 15 minutes of fuel for combat over southern England before having to turn back. However in the hands of experienced pilots this agile fighter proved to be a formidable weapon gaining the full respect of RAF pilots.

Paints Required but not included: 11, 15, 33, 53, 56, 75, 85, 90, 93, 226

Airfix - Messerschmitt Bf109E-4/E-7 - 1:72 (A02048A)

In the Battle of Britain, the Bf 109 was at a disadvantage due to its short range. During the Battle, after escorting bombers from their bases in northern France, The Netherlands and Germany, the Messerschmitt had only around 15 minutes of fuel for combat over southern England before having to turn back. However in the hands of experienced pilots this agile fighter proved to be a formidable weapon gaining the full respect of RAF pilots.

Paints Required but not included: (A)(B) 31, 53, 60, 61, 65, 67, 74, 79, 85, 91, 98 (A) 96, 117, 154, (B) 34, 89, 116, 118

Airfix - Messerschmitt Bf109 G-6 - 1:72 (A02029)

Over 12,000 of the "Gustav" G-6 were built from 1943 to 1944 and were armed with two formidable 13mm machine guns, enabling the top Luftwaffe aces to record in some cases hundreds of "kills"

A) 2/HLelv 31, Finish Air Force, 1948

B) II. / JG 3, Luftwaffe

C) 23 Gruppo, 3 Stormo, Italian Air Force, 1943

Paints Required but not included: (A/B/C) 3, 21, 32, 33, 34, 55, 60, 61, 89, 91, 118, 120, 145, (A) 116, (B) 27, 154, (C) 27, 64

Airfix - Focke Wulf Fw190D - 1:72 (A01064)

The Focke Wulf 190 was one of the outstanding fighter aircraft of World War two with over 20,000 being manufactured. The Fw190 D were nicknamed the "long-nosed Dora" because of the lengthened nose that was an improvement from the A series.

A) Fw190D-9, 6 Staffel, II Gruppe, JG 26 "Schageter", Nordhorn, Germany, early 1945

B) Fw190D-9, Wurger Staffel, Jagdverbande 44, Munich-Reim, Germany, early 1945

Paints Required but not included: (A) 27, (B) 30, 154

Airfix - Junkers Ju87-B - 1:72 (A03030A)

Although sturdy, accurate, and very effective, the Ju 87 was vulnerable to contemporary fighter aircraft. Its flaws became apparent during the Battle of Britain; poor manoeuvrability, lack of speed and defensive armament meant that the Stuka required a fighter escort to operate effectively. The Stuka operated with further success after the Battle of Britain, and its potency as a precision ground-attack aircraft became valuable to the German war effort.
 

A) Junkers Ju 87B-2, 5Staffel / Stukageschwader 2 "Immelmann", Lannion, France August 1940

B) Junkers Ju 87R-2, 239a Squadriglia, 97 Gruppo, Italian Air Force, Lecce-Galatina, Italy, April 1941

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 24, 29, 31, 33, 34, 53, 61, 65, 91, 96, 117, (A) 174, (B) 154, 174

Airfix - Blohm & Voss Bv141 - 1:72 (A03014)

The Blohm & Voss BV 141 was a World War II German tactical reconnaissance aircraft prototype.  It is best remembered as the most asymmetrical aircraft to have ever flown.  Had the design not been disliked by most of the Luftwaffe hierarchy then more of this successful type would have been built.

A) Erprobungstelle (Test Centre), Rechlin Germany, 1941

B) Wenzendorf, Germany, early 1945

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 26, 31, 33, 53, 91, (A) 30, 65, (B) 64

Airfix - Heinkel He III H-20 - 1:72 (A05021)

The Heinkel He-111 was the mainstay of the German offensive against Great Britain during the “Battle of Britain”. It was produced in far larger quantities than the Do-17 series and remained in service throughout the war. The Heinkel He-111 was first displayed in January 1936, not as a bomber, but in the guise of a civil airliner. In 1937 the civil disguise of the He-111 was abandoned; He-111 B-1s were sent to the Condor Legion fighting in the Spanish Civil war. The success of the He-111 in Spain played a large part in shaping German bombing policy, which later proved wrong when the lightly armed bombers suffered heavy losses over Britain when opposed by modern and determined fighters.

A) 8/KG 4 Bardufoss, Norway, Autumn, 1942

B) 1/KG 100, Kursk, 1944

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 24, 30, 31, 33, 65, 91, 117,  (A) 34

Airfix - Junkers Ju88A-4 - 1:72 (A03007)

The Battle of Britain proved very costly with losses over Britain in 1940 amounting to 313 machines between July-October 1940. It was during the closing days of the Battle that the flagship Ju 88 A-4 went into service. Although slower yet than the A-1, nearly all of the troubles of the A-1 were gone, and finally the Ju 88 matured into a superb warplane.

A) Junkers Ju88A-4Aircraft flown by Werner Baumbach, Kampfgeschwader 30 "Adler Geschwader", Norway, 1941

B) Junkers Ju88A-4 Groupe de Bombardement 1/31 "Aunis", Forces de l'Atlantique, Bordeaux-Merignac, France March 1945

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 31, 33, 53, 65, 91, 109, 117, 154, 224

Airfix - Junkers Ju52-3M - 1:72 (A05008)

The Battle of Crete began on the morning of 20 May 1941, when Nazi Germany launched an airborne invasion using Ju-52s under the code-name Operation Mercury; the first such invasion. Greek and Allied forces, along with Cretan civilians, defended the island. The floatplane version served in the Mediterranean and Norwegian campaigns.

Airfix - Messerschmitt Bf110C-2/C-4 - 1:72 (A03080)

The Bf 110C was the first version of the Bf 110 to be equipped with Daimler Benz engines. At the altitudes it had to operate in order to protect the bombers it would prove to be increasingly vulnerable to British and later American fighter aircraft due to its lack of manoeuvrability. The "D" version came with additional fuel tanks for increased range.

Airfix - Messerschmitt Bf110E / E-2 Trop - 1:72(A03081)

With its extended fuselage holding a life-raft at the end, tropical filter to help cooling the engine, and bomb racks added to the underside, the "E" version in this kit served throughout the Mediterranean and North Africa from 1941.

A) Messerschmitt Bf110E-2 / Trop, North Africa 1941

B) Messerschmitt Bf110E, Derna Libya 1942

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 31, 32, 33, 34, 53, 61, 72, 89, 91, 109, 118, 154 (A) 60

Airfix - Focke Wulf FW189 - 1:72 (A03053)

Called the "Flying Eye" of the German army, the Fw 189 succeeded on the Eastern Front beyond the most optimistic predictions. Its superb handling and agility made it a very difficult and elusive target for enemy fighters.

Paints Required but not included: 24, 32, 33, 61, 62, 53, 65, 91, 104, 116, 154

Airfix - Mitsubishi Zero Gift Set - 1:72 (A50085)

At the outbreak of the Pacific War the Zero, flying from either carriers or land bases, proved to be the best fighter aircraft in the air, in the months following Pearl Harbour the allies struggled to cope with the Zero. This kit includes four acrylic paints, paint brush and glue.

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Avro Lancaster B.III / B.X 'G' for George - 1:72  (A07006)

Seen all over the UK every summer and in many parts of Europe too, the iconic trio of the Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane signifies the skill and sacrifices made by the air and ground crews of the RAF during WWII. All three aircraft can be displayed in flight on the stand supplied.

Airfix - North American B-25 Mitchell - 1:72 (A04005)

The first production B-25s flew in August 1940, and by the middle of the war they had developed into being one of the most heavily armed aircraft in the world, particularly successful in ground / surface attack and strafing missions.

A) B-25J "Lady Luck" USAAF

B) B-25H "Norma Sue" USAAF

C) B-25J USAAF

D) No2 Sqn. RAAF 1944/45

Paints required but not included: (A/B/C/D) 11, 30, 33, 56, 69, 186, (A/B/C) 86 (D) 154, 155

Airfix - Dornier Do.17 E/F - 1:72 (A04014)

Referred to as the “Flying Pencils” the Dornier Do 17 E and F variants were used extensively during the Spanish Civil War and the German sweep across Western Europe at the beginning of WWII, including operations during the Battle of Britain.  Later they were used in great numbers as reconnaissance aircraft.

Paints required but not included: 19, 27, 29, 30, 33, 34, 61, 64, 65

Airfix - Douglas Boston III - 1:72 (A04033)

Amongst other operations the Boston III took part in the attacks on the Scharnhorst, Gneisenau and Prinz Eugen during their dash through the English Channel. Entering service with Bomber Command in July 1941, the Boston was well liked by its crews which flew it in the light day bomber role.

A) No88 Sqn, RAF, 1943

B) No24 Sqn, SAAF, Zuara, Tripolitania, 1943

C) USAAF, 1943

Paints required but not included: (A/B/C) 11, 24, 29, 33, (A) 28, 30, (B) 84, (C) 30, 90, 140

Airfix - Supermarine Walrus MkII - 1:72 (A02002)

Called out in any weather, day or night, Walrus air/sea rescue aircraft frequently alighted in enemy coastal waters to pick up ditched Allied airmen from their dinghies, sometimes putting down in minefields where rescue launches could not venture.

A) 1700 NAS, HMS Emperor, British Pacific Fleet, Far East, July 8th 1945

B) La Argentina, ArmadaArgentina, late 1940s

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 24, 33, 62, 78, (A) 27, 31, 49, 90, 123, 224, (B) 11, 34, 89

Airfix - Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina Flying Boat - 1:72 (A05007)

The superb amphibious ‘Cat’ entered service in 1939 and was immediately successful in its various roles. The type from 209 squadron spotted the Bismarck during the famous action in the Denmark Strait in 1941. Weaknesses such as a slow flying speed, lack of crew armour and no self-sealing tanks, led to more suitable roles for the “Cat”. Coinciding with the development of effective radar, and Japanese reliance on night transport led to the development of the “Black Cat Squadrons.”

A) RAF Coastal Command Catalina IIA, 131 OTU Killidas, Northern Ireland, 1943-44

B) US Navy PBY-5A "Black Cat" Solomon Islands, 1942-43

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 24, 26, 33, 70 (A) 21, (B) 11, 27, 78, 117

Airfix - Fairey Swordfish Mk.1 'Sink The Bismarck' - 1:72 (A50133)

At 19:25 on May 26th 1941, the Ark Royal launched its Fairey Swordfish torpedo bombers for an attack on the German battleship Bismarck. In a final attack, almost in darkness at 21:05, a hit by a single torpedo from a Swordfish of 818 NAS (piloted by John Moffat) jammed Bismarck’s rudder and steering gear. Now unable to escape, Bismarck was sunk by HMS King George V and HMS Rodney on the following day.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Fairey Swordfish Mk.1 - 1:72 (A04053)

The Royal Navy's primary torpedo bomber of the Second World War, the Swordfish, despite its obsolescence, proved to be an effective anti-submarine and torpedo bomber right up until the end of hostilities in 1945. In fact, the Swordfish went on to outlive its intended replacement, the Albacore, in Royal Navy Service.

Involved in such famous actions as the Taranto raid, the Bismarck operation and the Channel Dash, the vulnerable but effective Swordfish firmly cemented its place in aviation folklore. The Swordfish remained operational until the end of the war, gaining the distinction of being the last biplane to see active service. The Airfix kit contains a folding wing option.

A) No.824 Naval Air Squ, HMS Eagle 1940

B) K8449, No.820 Naval Air Squ, HMS Caurageous 1939

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 11, 16, 24, 27, 33, 53, 56, 61, 62, 74, 78, 85, 109, 129, 164, 171 (A) 31, 49, 64, 123, 224, (B) 19

Airfix - Grumman Duck - 1:72 (A03031)

Used by every branch of the United States armed forces from before the Second World War to just after, the J2F Duck proved to be a rugged and dependable utility floatplane. Deployed in a variety of uses from air-sea rescue to anti-submarine patrols, the Duck was to be found from the cold wastes of Alaska to the heart of the South Pacific. Also exported, the Duck found widespread use in South America, where its strength and easy flight characteristics were much appreciated. This tremendous utility aircraft was flown by many countries well after the war ended.

A) Grumman OA-12 Duck  10th Rescue Squ, USAF 1948

B) Columbia J2J-6 Duck, Aeronaval No.2 Argentina 1957

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 11, 34, 33, 34, 53, 61, 80, 121, 154, 186 (A) 19, 104, 135 (B) 89

Airfix - Vought Kingfisher - 1:72 (A02021)

Conceived as a catapult launched observation floatplane, the Vought Kingfisher was a compact single engine monoplane, with one large single float and two smaller floats under-wing to act as stabilisers. Operated in the scout and air sea rescue role, the Kingfisher proved to be a vital and excellent tool in locating and rescuing downed airmen and marooned sailors from the inhospitable waters of the Pacific Ocean.

The Kingfisher was the US Navy’s first catapult-launched monoplane observation floatplane aircraft. It came in both float and land-based configurations, and served as observer, anti-submarine, and rescue aircraft. A total of 1519 Kingfisher were built.

A) Vought OS2U-1 Kingfisher, USS Arizona, Hawaii 1941

B) Vought Kingfisher 1, Royal Navy, East India, 1943-44

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 11, 24, 33, 53, 56, 60, 61, 78, 125, 129, 151, 186, (B) 30 

Airfix - Aichi D3A1 Val - 1:72 (A02014)

The Val became the first aircraft to drop bombs on American targets at Pearl Harbor. Six squadrons of Vals participated in the attack, and succeeded in doing extensive damage to the U.S. battleships in the harbour.

The Val proved to be an accurate and effective dive bomber in the opening stages of the Pacific War. It was as maneuverable as many fighters and proved this during dogfights with early allied Pacific fighters such as Wildcats.

As allied fighter opposition developed, the Val soon proved to be a vulnerable opponent. Slow and poorly defended, the Val was obsolete by 1943. It did continue to serve, seeing service later as kamikaze weapon.

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 11, 24, 33, 53, 56, 61, 64, 85, 89, 90, 98, 171, (A) 75

Airfix - Focke Wulf Ta-154 / Fw-190A Mistel - 1:72 (A05040)

The Mistel project involved packing a war-weary bomber airframe with explosives and guiding it to its target by a fighter aircraft mounted above it on a set of struts. After releasing the bomber, the fighter would return to base. This version was planned on paper, never actually flew, but shows one of the different options the Luftwaffe were considering as the Allies closed in during the latter months of the war.

Focke Wulf Ta-154

Paints required but not included: 33, 53, 56, 91 (TA-154) 55, 125, 147, (FW-190A) 19, 21, 27, 61, 64, 65, 96, 103,

Airfix -  Short Sunderland III - 1:72 (A06001)

The Short Sunderland was one of the finest flying-boats ever built and it served with the Royal Air Force Coastal Command for 21 years. Version: 423 Squadron Royal Canadian Air Force, Castle Archdale 1943-44

Paints required but not included: 33, 34, 64, 102, 123

Airfix - Consolidated B-24 Liberator - 1:72 (A06010)

18,000 B-24 Liberators were produced making it the most widely produced US heavy bomber of WWII. It gained a distinguished war record with its operations in all theatres. The Liberator VI was the RAF designation for the B-24H and early B-24Js, the first production versions of the aircraft to be built with a nose turret which was the most numerous RAF version with over 1,100 being delivered. Coastal Command used a slightly modified version very successfully against the U-Boat threat in the North Atlantic.

(A) Consolidated B-24 Liberator B.VI, Wandering Witch, No.335 Squadron, Royal Air Force, South East Asia Command, 1945

(B) Consolidated B-24J-155-co Liberator, Kentucky Belle, 706th, Bomb Squadron 446th Bomb Group. 8th Air Force, Royal Air Foce Bungay, Suffolk England, 1944

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 11, 24, 33, 53, 62, 78, 81, 155, 124 (A) 124

Airfix - Short Stirling BI/III - 1:72 (A07002)

The Stirling was the first of the RAF’s four engined bombers to go into service during WWII. Its function was that of bomber, mine layer, supply dropping, transport and glider tug. The Stirling suffered from several design limitations which severely affected its performance and load-carrying capability. As a consequence, its service with Bomber Command was marred by heavy losses when used on operations alongside the higher-flying Halifaxes and Lancasters.

A) BI "MG-K" 7 Squadron RAF

B) BIII "EX-I" 199 Squadron RAF

Paints required but not included: 10, 25, 29, 30, 33, 64, 69

Airfix -  Supermarine Spitfire MkI / MkIa / MkIIa - 1:48 (A05115A)

The MkI went into service with No.19 (F) Squadron at RAF Duxford and had the distinct features of the two bladed fixed pitch propeller, un-armoured wind screen and straight radio mast. The kit also includes decals and parts for a MkIIa of No.118 Squadron RAF with a blunt spinner.

Airfix - Supermarine Spitfire MkXII - 1:48 (A05117)

The Mk XII was the first production version of the Spitfire to use the Rolls-Royce Griffon engine. The Griffon was a development of the ‘R’ sprint engine used in the Supermarine Schneider Trophy racing seaplanes of the late 1920s and early 1930s. The low level performance of the Mk XII was very useful when dealing with low level hit and run raids mounted by the Fw 190, and later helped against the V-1, though the mark did not enter mass production.

Paints required but not included: 11, 24, 30, 33, 53, 56, 61, 85, 90, 96, 106, 129, 133, 165

Airfix - Douglas Bader's Supermarine Spitfire MkVa - 1:48 (A50030)

The MkVa Spitfire is one of the most famous aircraft ever to fly having gained iconic status following the Battle of Britain - a machine fit for Heroes. 50p from the sale of this product will be donated to the RAF Benevolent Fund. 50p from the sale of this product will be paid in support of the Help for Heroes Charity.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Supermarine Spitfire Mk1 - 1:48 (A05115)

The MkI went into service with No.19 (F) Squadron at RAF Duxford and had the distinct features of the two bladed fixed pitch propeller, un-armoured wind screen and straight radio mast. The kit also includes decals and parts for a MkIIa of No.118 Squadron RAF with a blunt spinner.

Paints required but not included: 3, 11, 19, 24, 29, 30, 33, 53, 56, 61, 62, 71, 78, 85, 96, 98, 171

Airfix - Messerschmitt BT109E-1 / E-3 / E-4 - 1:48 (A05120)

The E-1 carried two 7.92 mm MG 17s above the engine and two more in the wings. The E-1B became the first operational Bf 109 fighter bomber. These were fitted with either one central bomb rack, carrying one 250 kg bomb, or two under-wing bomb racks, each carrying a 50 kg bomb. The E-3 was armed with the two MG 17s above the engine and one MG FF cannon in each wing. The E-3 was replaced by the E-4 (with many airframes being upgraded to E-4 standards starting at the beginning of the Battle of Britain) which was different in some small details, most notably by using the modified 20 mm MG-FF/M wing cannon and having improved head armour for the pilot.

A) Messerschmitt Bf109E-4/N Stab JG-26, Audembert, France, late 1940, flown by Major Adolf Galland

B) Messerschmitt Bf109E-3 4/JG51 'Molders' France, July 8th, 1940

C) Messerschmitt Bf109E-1/B IISchlacht / Lehrgeschwader 2, Calais-Marck, September 1940

Paints Required but not included: (A) 154, (ALL) 111, 21, 23, 26, 27, 31, 33, 53, 56, 60, 61, 65, 71, 91, 96, 98, 117, 171

Airfix - Messerschmitt Bf109E-1 / E-3 / E-7 Trop - 1:48 (A05122)

Following the experiences of the E-4, the E-7 was the next major production variant, entering service and seeing combat at the end of August 1940. One of the limitations of the earlier Bf 109E interceptor fighter was the short range of 660km (410 miles). The E-7 rectified this problem as it was the first to carry a drop tank.

A) Messerschmitt Bf109E-7 / Trop, Western Desert 1941

B) Messerschmitt Bf109E-3 Stalingrad 1942/43

C) Messerschmitt Bf109E-1, Spanish Civil War 1939

Model Scale; 1:48	Dimensions (mm); L183 W205
Number of Parts: 107	Requires Painting: Yes
Skill Level: 3	Flying Hours: 2

Paints Required but not included: (A, B, C) 11, 21, 23, 26, 27, 31, 33, 53, 56, 60, 61, 71, 91, 96, 98, 171 (A) 34, 89, 116, 118 (B) 65, 117, 154 (C) 34, 65, 154

Airfix - Junkers Ju67b - 1:48 (A05100)

The Junkers Ju 87 or Stuka (from Sturzkampfflugzeug, "dive bomber") was a two-seat (pilot and rear gunner) German ground-attack aircraft. It first flew in 1935 and made its combat debut in 1936 as part of the Luftwaffe's Condor Legion during the Spanish Civil War. The aircraft was easily recognizable by its inverted gull wings, fixed spatted undercarriage and its infamous "Jericho Trumpet" wailing siren. Three Versions:

A) Junkers Ju 87B-2 - 5 Staffle / Stukageschwader 2, France, 1940

B) Junkers Ju 87R-2 - 239a Squadriglia, 97 Gruppo, Italian AirForce 1941

C) Junkers Ju 87B-2 - 4 Staffel / Stukageschwader 2, Libya 1941

Paints required but not included: (A, B, C) 24, 29, 31, 33, 34, 53, 61, 65, 91, 96, 117 (A) 174 (B) 154, 174 (C) 118

Airfix - Supermarine Seafire FR46 / FR47 - 1:48 (A06103)

(Pre-Order)

The Seafire FR.47 was the last variant of the classic R J Mitchell / J Smith fighter, with very little remaining of the Supermarine Type 300. The elliptical wing had been considerably modified and the Griffon engine with a six-bladed contra-rotating propeller had replaced the Merlin. The contrast from the Spitfire Mk I was vast, the Seafire FR 47 had twice as much power, a speed increase from 355mph to 451mph and a threefold increase in firepower.

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - BBMF Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb - 1:24 (A50055)

Jan Zumbach, the famous Polish Battle of Britain fighter ace flew EN951 303 Sqn from late September 1941. Earlier in the year Jan was posted back to 303 as a Flight Commander and only two months later he was promoted to Squadron Leader and appointed to command the Squadron, a duty he performed from May until December 1942. This gift set includes glue (Humbrol Precision Poly Cement), Paint Brushes, 12 Humbrol Acrylic Paints and a electric motor that enables the propeller to spin.

(This gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix Bristol F.2B Fighter - 1:72 (A01080)

It was soon realised that this "reconnaisance" aircraft type was fast and manoeuvrable enough to be flown in combat more or less like a single-seat fighter; being a formidable opponent for any German single-seater. Versions: (A) A-7288 flown by Major A.E. McKeever of 11 Squadron, RFC, 1917 (B) C-9982, A1 of A flight, 12 Squadron, RFC1918

Paints Required but not included: (A, B) 27, 33, 61, 62, 66, 74, 110, 113

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Albatros DVa - 1:72 (A01078)

Three quarters of the German Ace, Manfred Von Richthofen's (The Red Baron) victories were scored whilst flying the very successful Albatross. Versions: (A) Werk Nummer D4693/17 flown by Rittmeister Manfred Freiherr Von Tichthofen, France, 1917 (B) Flown by Lt Max Nather, France, 1918

Paints Required but not included: (A, B) 12, 23, 30, 40, 53, 60, 61, 63, 160, (A) 33, 87, (B) 85

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Vulcan to the Sky - Avro Vulcan B Mk2 XH58 Anniversary Edition Gift Set - 1:72 (A50097)

XH558 was the last Vulcan to leave RAF service, flying on from 1986 to 1993 as the single RAF Disply Vulcan, a career of 33 years. Her final flight was on 23rd March 1993 to Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome in Leicestershire, having been sold off by the Ministry of Defence. In 1997, a small team headed by Dr Robert Pleming started to put together an audacious plan to return her to flight, but it was clear from the start that the project would be technically challenging and enormously expensive. Never deterred, the team set off down the path that led to XH558's return to the air. Finally, 14 years after its last service flight and with over £7 million spent, Vulcan XH558 roared into the air again on Thursday 18th October 2007, a perfect day for flying. An unforgettable day for the Vulcan to the Sky team. £1 from the sale of this product will be donated to the Vulcan to the Sky Trust.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - BAe Harrier GR9A - 1:72 (A55300)

Flown by the Joint Force Harrier Squadrons crewed by both Royal Navy and RAF crews, this ultimate Harrier carries a vast array of weapons, communications and systems to carry offensive operations to the enemy both from land and sea.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Model Scale; 1:72	Dimensions (mm); L198 W130
Number of Parts: 126	Requires Painting: Yes
Skill Level: 2	Flying Hours: 1

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - BAe Harrier GR7A / GR9A - 1:72 (A04050)

The Harrier GR9 entered service in October 2006 and is a heavily updated development of the existing GR7, incorporating the ability to use a wide range of advanced precision weaponry, new communications, and systems and airframe upgrades. It equips the Joint Force Harrier squadrons crewed by both Royal Air Force and Royal Navy personnel.

A) BAE Harrier GR9A, ZD433, Harrier Detachment, Operation Herrick, Kandahar, Afghanistan 2009

B) BAE Harrier GR9A, ZG506, Royal Air Force Cottesmore, 15th December 2010

C) BAE Harrier GR7A, ZD404 Lucy, Harrier Detachment, Operation Herrick, Kandahar, Afghanistan November 2006

Paints Required but not included: (A/B/C) 11, 14, 24, 30, 33, 53, 53, 61, 72, 85, 123, 130, 155, 159, 163, 164, 165, (A/C) 156, (B) 166

Airfix - BAe Sea Harrier FA2 - 1:72 (A03079)

The Sea Harrier FA2 carries the AIM-120 AMRAAM missile and was the first UK aircraft to be provided with this capability. The first operational deployment was in April 1994 as part of the UN force in Bosnia when it was often called in by troops on the ground for air support.

Paints Required but not included: 11, 33, 53, 56, 61, 94, 127, 163, 164, 164, 166, 171

Airfix - BAe Sea Harrier FA2 Gift Set - 1:72 (A50017)

The Sea Harrier FA2 served with great distinction over Bosnia, flying from the Royal Navy's aircraft carriers. This gift set comes with a backdrop of the deck of on of these superb surface vessels. This kit includes four acrylic paints, paint brush and glue.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - BAe Harrier GR3 Gift Set - 1:72 (A50093)

The Harrier GR3 was used by the RAF in many roles due to its unique capacity to take-off vertically and use make-shift airfields nearer to enemy territory than other fixed-wing aircraft. This kit includes six Humbrol acrylic paints, two paint brushes precision glue.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)  

Airfix - Panavia Tornado F3 Gift Set - 1:72 (A55301)

The Tornado F3 was developed as an interceptor version of the multi-role Tornado. Replacing the Lightning and Phantom in RAF service, the Tornado served the RAF as a front line interceptor for over 25 years, finally being retired in March 2011 and replaced by the Eurofighter Typhoon. The ground attack version of the Tornado continues to fly in UK skies.

The F3 has a longer fuselage than its sister GR4, which permits greater internal fuel stowage.

An important feature of the F3 was its ability to patrol at long distance from its base, supported by air-to-air refuelling.

Airfix - EuroFighter Typhoon Gift Set - 1:72 (A50098)

The Eurofighter Typhoon is Europe's premier swing role fighter jet. Designed and constructed by a consortium of companies under contract to the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy and Spain. The RAF declared it combat ready in 2006.

Airfix - EuroFighter Typhoon F. Mk.2 - 1:72 (A04036)

Named the Typhoon by the R.A.F. the Eurofighter has been developed by the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain as a highly advanced combat aircraft suited to many roles.

Paints required but not included: 11, 34, 53, 79, 85, 128, 130, 164, 165, 166, 167

Airfix - Red Arrows GNAT Gift Set - 1:72 (A50080)

The Gnat was flown for many successful years by the world famous Red Arrows aerobatic team, before they changed to the Hawk that they fly today. This kit includes four acrylic paints, paint brush and glue.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - BAe Red Arrows Hawk - 1:72 (A02005)

A brand new tool for the famous Red Arrows Aerobatic Display Team's Hawk. This features the new 2008 scheme the team currently fly in.

Paints Required but not included: 11, 27, 33, 35, 53, 61, 85, 130, 165, 166, 171, 174

Airfix - North America F-86F Sabre - 1:72 (A03082)

The North American Aviation F-86 Sabre was a transonic jet fighter aircraft. The Sabre is best known for its Korean War role where it was pitted against the Soviet MiG-15 and obtained UN air superiority. The F-86F was developed with an ‘all-flying’ tailplane, giving better control at all speeds. It first entered service for the USAAF in 1951.

A) 'The Huff', Lt. Jim Thompson, 39th Fighter Interceptor Sqn, K-13 (Suwon AB), South Korea, June 1953

B) F-86E(m) SABRE 4th Stormo, Aviazone Militaire Italiana, Grosseta, Italy 1958

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 11, 33, 34, 53, 56, 61, 66, 99, 117, 140, 153, 225, 226 (A) 154, (B) 163, 164, 230

Airfix - Canadair Sabre F.4 / North America F-86E(M) - 1:72 (A03083)

The Canadair Sabre was a fighter jet built by Canadair under licence from California based North American Aviation Inc. The resulting variant was considered one of the finest dogfighters of its day. Many went into service with the RAF, the majority being based in Germany against the threat of opposing Russian MiGs.

A) Canadair Sabre E.4. No. 112 Squadron, Royal Airforce Germany, Exercise 'Carte Blanche', Geilenkirchen, Germany, June 1955

B) F-86E(M) Sabre. Jugoslovensko Ratno Vazduhoplovstvo (Yugaslavian Air Force, 1965)

Paints Required but not included: (A/B) 11, 32, 33, 34, 53, 56, 66, 99, 117, 140, 153, 225, 226, (A) 29, 71, 163, 164, 230

Airfix - TSR.2 & Stratos 4 - 1:72 (A08011)

In the second millennium the Earth has been exposed to the menace of approaching comets. To prevent the disaster by comet impact, the earth is protected by the TSR.2MS interceptor aircraft from a ground-based "Meteor Sweeper" group. She is lifted off by ZELL (Zero-length launch) like a surface-to-air missile, flying to mid-altitude using two jet engines and rockets equipped under the wings. She locks onto a meteorite and destroys it with a big missile.
This is the story of the Stratos 4 series from Japan – this is aircraft based on the TSR.2 with added parts for the science-fiction TSR.2MS interceptor.
The original TSR.2 model can also be built from this kit and it includes decals for the iconic prototype aircraft from the 1960s.

Paints Required but not included: 11, 16, 22, 24, 27, 30, 33, 53, 63, 130, 174, 196

Airfix - Vickers Valuant BK.MK1 - 1:72 (A11001)

The Vickers-Armstrong Valiant was a British four-jet bomber, once part of the Royal Air Force’s V-bomber force. As the Valiant was an entirely new class of aircraft for the RAF, 232 Operational Conversion Unit was established at RAF Gaydon.

The first operational RAF unit to be equipped with the Valiant was 138 Squadron, also at RAF Gaydon, though it later moved to RAF Wittering. At its peak, the Valiant equipped at least seven RAF squadrons.

A Valiant B.1 (WZ366) of No 49 Squadron (captained by Squadron Leader E.J.G. Flavell AFC) was the first RAF aircraft to drop a British operational atomic bomb when it performed a test drop of a down-rated Blue Danube weapon on Maralinga, South Australia, on 11th October 1956. It was the last time the V-bombers flew a war mission until Avro Vulcans bombed Port Stanley airfield in the Falkland Islands during the Falklands War in 1982.

Paints Required but not included: 11, 22, 33, 164

Airfix De Havilland Sea Vixen Faw.2 - 1:48 (A11002)

The Sea Vixen was a 1950s–1960s British two-seat jet fighter of the Fleet Air Arm designed by de Havilland. The Sea Vixen was a capable carrier-based fleet defence fighter that served into the 1970s. Initially produced by de Havilland it was later known as the Hawker Siddeley Sea Vixen when de Havilland became a part of the Hawker Siddeley group.

A) No.899 Naval Air Squadron, HMS Eagle Jan 1972

B) 'Simon's Sircus' No.892 Naval Air Squadron, Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton, Somerset, England

C) No.893 Naval Air Squadron, HMS Victorious, 1966

D) G-CVIX 2010

Paints Required but not included: (A, B, C, D) 2, 11, 19, 22, 33, 53, 55, 61, 87, 96, 102, 103, 123, 130, 154, 191 (A) 56 (B) 132 (C) 166

Airfix - English Electric Lightning - 1:48 (A09178)

Entering RAF squadron service in 1960, the Lightning represented a quantum leap in capability and performance over the RAF's previous interceptor jets, offering Mach 2+ performance as well as a phenomenal rate of climb. Until its retirement in the 1980s, the Lightning has few rivals for outright speed and climbing ability, however, it did have some shortcomings, most notably its lack of range as well as its limited armament of just two air-to-air missiles.

The Lightning was eventually replaced in 1988, superseded by the more capable and more heavily armed Tornado, but a number survive today in museums, a reminder of one of the RAF's fastest fighter jets of all time.

A) English Electric Lightning F.2A (RAF Germany 1972)

B) English Electric Lightning F.6 (RAF Lincolnshire 1978)

C) English Electric Lightning F.6 (RAF Lincolnshire 1987)

Paints required but not included: (A,B,C) 11, 19, 22, 33, 53, 56, 61, 69, 78, 85, 93, 102, 130, 145, 163, 165, 171, 191, 1321, 1325, (A) 16, 25, 35, (B) 164 (C) 60, 166, 167

Airfix - BAe Hawk T1A - 1:48 (A05121)

The Hawk started life as the T1 trainer. A total of 89 aircraft were converted to T1As to carry two underwing AIM-9L Sidewinder air-to-air missiles and a centre line gun pod. The Royal Navy acquired a dozen Hawk T1/1As from the RAF, for use as aerial targets for the training of ships' gunners and radar operators.

A) No.19 Squadron, Royal Air Force Valley, Isle of Anglesey, Wales, October 2006

B) Naval Flying Standards Flight, Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton, Somerset, England, July 2007

C) No.63 Squadron, No.2 Tatical Weapons Unit / 7 Flying Training School, Royal Air Force Chivenor, Devon, England, 1990

Paints required but not included: (A/B/C) 11, 27, 33, 53, 61, 85, 86, 103, 130, 147, 165, 166, 1321, 1325, (A/B) 21 (C) 167

Airfix - BAe Hawk 100 Series - 1:48 (A05114)

The 100 series of the Hawk was designed as a 'Lift' lead-in Fighter and Weapons System Trainer Aircraft. The Hawk 100 Can perform operational missions comparable with the latest front line combat aircraft, but at a fraction of the cost.

A) Mk 115 (CT-155) Royal Canadian Airforce, Moose Jaw, Canada, 2003

B) Mk 127, No.76 and 79 Sqn, Royal Australian Air Force, 2003

C) Mk 120, South African Air Force, 2005

Paints required but not included: (A/B/C) 11, 27, 33, 53, 56, 61, 85, 86, 103, 130, 165, 166, 1321, 1325, (A) 35, 104, (B) 127, 135, 145, 147, (3) 126, 127

Airfix - BAe Sea Harrier FRS.1 - 1:48 (A05101)

(Pre-Order)

First flown on the 21st August 1978, the Sea Harrier FRS1 was the Naval version of the RAF's Harrier GR3 and the first of the V/STOL fighters to see service with the Royal Navy.
The FRS-1 ("Figher, Reconnaissance, Strike") served in the Falklands War with great distinction. It mainly operated from aircraft carriers positioned within the conflict zone. Its usage in the Falklands War was its most high-profile and importance success, where it was the only fixed-wing fighter available to protect the British Task Force. The Sea Harriers shot down 20 enemy aircraft during the conflict with one loss to enemy fire. They were also used to launch ground attacks.

Paints required but not included: 11, 19, 33, 61, 53, 56, 85, 94, 130, 159, 171, 165, 166, 123, 163

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - BAe Harrier GR.3 - 1:48 (A05102)

(Pre-Order)

The simplicity and flexibility inherent in the Harrier design proved their worth during the Falklands War. RAF Harriers were deployed to the Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Hermes, as part of the Task Force sent to recapture the Falklands Islands. The Harrier GR3 performed attack sorties from the aircraft carrier, and later from basic landing strips on the islands, often in conditions that would have grounded conventional aircraft.

Paints required but not included: 11, 19, 33, 61, 53, 56, 85, 94, 130, 159, 171, 165, 166, 164, 163

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+