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 - Messerchmitt Bf109F-4 / Supermarine Spitfire MkVb Gift Set - 1:48 (A50014)

In 1941 improved versions of both the Spitfire and Messerschmitt 109 entered the skies. This set has the two classic aircraft in 1:48 scale to build and display on the dogfight double stand.
Contents: Model Kits, 10 x Acrylic Paints, Glue, 2 x Brushes

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Supermarine Spitfire Mk1a / Messerchmitt Bf109E-4 Gift Set - 1:76 (A50135)

After the fall of France in 1940, the two great air arms of the day, Great Britain’s RAF and Germany’s Luftwaffe, faced each other in large numbers for the first time. The spearhead of the Luftwaffe was the Messerschmitt Bf109E. A formidable fighting machine, it had proven itself to be world class throughout its previous campaigns. However, over southern England in the summer of 1940, it faced a new set of challenges. The most serious test for the Luftwaffe pilots was the widespread use of the RAF’s finest fighter, the Supermarine Spitfire. More manoeuvrable than the 109E, the Spitfire was the finest fighter of its day. This set contains two aircraft flown by aces, Helmut Wick and John Dundas. Neither survived their fateful engagement on 28th November 1940.

Contents: 1:72 Supermarine Spitfire MkIa, 1:72 Messerschmitt Bf109E-4, 8 Acrylic Paints, 2 Brushes, Poly Cement

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

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 - Aircraft of the Aces Gift Set - 1:72 (A50143)

The three iconic fighter aircraft from the war in the west are within this fabulous collection. The Spitfire Mk1a, Messerschmitt Bf109E, and Mustang P-51D are here to build compare and admire, along with history and details from the IWM.

(This Gift set includes 12 paints, 2 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 - Focke Wulk Fw190A-8 v Hawker Typhoon Ib - Dogfight Double Gift Set - 1:72 (A50136)

(Pre-order 2013)

As the Allies forced their way across Western Europe in 1944 getting ever closer to Germany itself, the defending forces of the Luftwaffe put up fierce resistance using such fighters as the Focke Wulf Fw190A-8. These often came in contact with the formidable Hawker Typhoon, who were undertaking ground attacks.
Decal Schemes: Hawker Typhoon Ib, 247 squadron, RAF December 1944 and Focke Wulf Fw190A-8 JG26 Lille-Nord, June 1944.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Channel Dash Gift Set - 1:72 (A50147)

(Pre-order 2013)

Just six Swordfish and ten Spitfires flew to attack the three German capital ships; Scharnhorst, Gneisenau and Prinz Eugen making a dash up the English Channel in February 1942. This heroic attack was doomed to failure and all the Swordfish were shot down, with only 5 crew surviving. Lieutenant Commander Eugene Esmonde won a posthumous Victoria Cross.

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Battle of Britain Experience Gift Set - 1:72 (A50153)

(Pre-order 2013)

The War and Peace Battle of Britain Experience commemorates the extraordinary lives of those who braved this infamous 16-week battle during the summer and autumn of 1940. It is an incredible means to not only learn about this crucial event, but also understand its significance in the context of the Second World War itself and ensure that the brave men and women involved are never forgotten.
The Battle of Britain Experience is booked for air shows, 1940s events, country fairs and school events, with three full-size replica aircraft, a Spitfire, Hurricane and Bf109E, aircraft that played a key role in the battle for supremacy during the Battle of Britain.

Contents:

Messerschmitt Bf109E-4 of Adolf 'Dolfo' Galland, Hawker Hurricane MkI of Robert Stanford Tuck DSO, DFC and two bars, AFC, Supermarine Spitfire MkIa of Adolph 'Sailor' Malan DFC

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

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 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 - Spitfire F22 - 1:72 (A02033)

The F22 Spitfire was about as sophisticated as the post-war Spitfires were to get. It differed from the final variant, the Mk22, in only minor respects, but used the same massive Griffon engine delivering well over 2,200hp and which dictated the enlarged tail control surfaces introduced with the Mk 21. The redesigned wing was a distinctive feature of the type which performed well until eventually being outclassed by the first jet fighters.

A) No. 603 City of Edinburgh Squadron, RAF Turnhouse, Scotland 1951

B) N0607 County of Durham Squadron. RAAF. 1948

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 2, 11, 19, 24, 33, 53, 56, 61, 62, 69, 70, 103, 120, 157 (B) 30, 90, 106, 165

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

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

After a brief period operating over France in the week after D-Day, the Tempest Wing was withdrawn to deal with the V-1 Flying Bomb. The Tempest was judged to have the best chance of catching this new weapon, capable of matching its speed at low level. Between June and August 1944, Tempest pilots claimed 800 of the 1,771 V-1s shot down by the RAF, 638 of them by the Newchurch Wing alone.

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

Airfix - Hawker Typhoon lb - 1:72 (A50079)

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'. This kit includes four acrylic paints, paint brush and glue.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

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 - 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 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 - Supermarine Spitfire MkIa - 1:72 (A55100)

Probably the best known fighter aircraft ever, and arguably the best looking too, with its sleek lines and elliptical wings, the Spitfire will be forever remembered for its role in the Battle of Britain.

Contents: Model Kit, 4 x Acrylic Paints, Glue, Brush.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Curtiss Tomahawk IIB - 1:72 (A55101)

The Warhawk was used extensively throughout WWII. The sharkmouth version in this set is one of the most famous looking aircraft of the period and is great fun to build.

Contents: Model Kit, 4 x Acrylic Paints, Glue, Brush.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Messerschmitt Bf109E-3 - 1:72 (A55106)

The Bf 109E was one of the first true fighters of the modern era and was the Luftwaffe's main bomber escort during the Battle of Britain. After some spectacular successes at the beginning of the war it found its main challengers to be the RAF's Hurricane and Spitfire.

Contents: Model Kit, 4 x Acrylic Paints, Glue, Brush.

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - North American Mustang IV P-51 - Gift Set - 1:72 (A55107)

The Mustang came into its own when it was fitted with the Merlin engine. Its long range enabled it to escort bomber formations deep into enemy territory and the numbers produced and performance provided eventually helped to clear the skies over Western Europe.

Contents: 1:72 4 Acrylic Paints, 1 Brushes, Poly Cement

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Focke Wulf Fw190D - 1:72 (A50082)

The Luftwaffe introduced the Focke Wulf in 1941 to compete with, amongst other, the Spitfires the superior performance. It's one of the history's best ever fighters and a great subject for any modeller's collection. This kit includes four acrylic paints, paint brush and glue.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Mitsubishi A6M2b Zero - 1:72 (A55102)

The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was a long range Naval fighter aircraft that formed the backbone of the Imperial Japanese Navy's Air Arm throughout the Second World War. Blessed with exceptional manoeuvrability, as well as long range, the Zero proved to be the best carrier fighter aircraft in the World when it made its debut in China in 1940, and then again in the opening stages of the Pacific War against the United States. In the months following Pearl Harbour the allies struggled to cope with the Zero.

Contents: Model Kit, 4 x Acrylic Paints, Glue, Brush.

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

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 - Yakovlev Yak 9D Gift Set - 1:72 (A50086)

The Yak 9D proved to be one of the most successful Soviet aircraft in WWII and was built in huge numbers in factories that had been moved deep into Russia after the German invasion of 1941. This kit includes four acrylic paints, paint brush and glue.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Airfix - Swordfish Floatplane - 1:72 (A05006)

By 1939 the Fleet Air Arm had 13 squadrons equipped with the Swordfish Mark I. There were also three flights of Swordfish equipped with floats, for use off aircraft catapult-equipped warships. One operating from HMS Warspite during the Second Battle of Narvik in 1940, subsequently sank the U-boat U-64.

Paints required but not included:11, 16, 19, 24, 33, 61, 62, 64, 56, 74, 78, 85, 129, 109, 171, 164

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - North American P51D Mustang - 1:72 (A01004)

The Mustang was among the best and most well-known fighters used by the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, appearing in action in just about every theatre. Designed to RAF specification and fitted with the merlin engine, over 8,000 were built and the P-51D arrived in quantity in Europe in the spring of 1944, becoming the USAAF's primary long range escort fighter.

Paints required but not included: 11, 24, 33, 53, 153, 155

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - North American F-51 - 1:72 (A02047)

In 1948, the designation P-51 (P for pursuit) was changed to F-51 (F for fighter). At the start of the Korean War the Mustang once again proved its usefulness. With the availability of F-51Ds a substantial number were shipped via aircraft carriers to the combat zone for use initially by both the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) and USAAF. Rather than employing them as interceptors or "pure" fighters, the F-51 became a ground attack aircraft, fitted with rockets and bombs.

Paints required but not included: 11, 24, 29, 33, 34, 72, 61, 53, 56, 86, 155, 226

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Messerschmitt BF 109E Tropical - 1:72 (A02062)

With the Luftwaffe committed to the North African campaign in 1941/42, "tropicalized" versions of the reconnaisance Bf 109E-4, -5, and bomb carrying -7 were introduced, with the suffix "/Trop". These modifications for desert warfare included filters over the air intakes and a desert survival kit.

Paints required but not included: (A/B) 11, 24, 31, 33, 60, 61, 70, 91, (A) 34, 89, 111, 116, 118, 121, (B) 65, 103, 117, 154

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Focke Wulf Fw190A-8 - 1:72 (A01020)

(Pre-order 2013)

The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 was a German WWII single-engine fighter designed by Kurt Tank in the late 1930s. Powered by a radial engine, the Fw190 had ample power, and by the time the A-8 version had been developed was still keeping up with the development of the Allied fighters, particularly at high altitudes. It was liked by Luftwaffe pilots as much as the Messerschmitt Bf109.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Mitsubishi KI-46-II 'DINAH' - 1:72 (A02016)

One of the best reconnaissance aircraft of World War II the Allied code named 'Dinah' combined high speed with long range and was able to cover the entire Pacific theatre of operations with little opposition. They became vulnerable to Allied fighters towards the end of the war.

Paints required but not included: 27, 28, 33, 61, 53, 56, 86, 160, 168, 195

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Hawker Typhoon - 1:72 (A02041)

By 1943 the RAF needed a dedicated ground attack fighter more than a 'pure' fighter, and the Typhoon was suited to the role. The powerful engine allowed the aircraft to carry a load of up to two 1,000 lb (454 kg) bombs, From September 1943 Typhoons could also be armed with four '60 lb' RP-3 rockets under each wing.

Paints required but not included: 24, 30, 33, 60, 62, 53, 54, 56, 78, 96, 106, 113, 121, 155, 165

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Gloster Gladiator - 1:72 (A02052)

(Pre-order 2013)

The Gloster Gladiator was developed from the Gloster Gauntlet as a private venture, and represented both the peak and the end of biplane fighter. In many air arms it smoothed the transition to monoplane fighters, and in confronting aircraft of its own era it performed well.
Features authentic fabric detail, open canopy option and detailed cockpit. Innovative assembly process. Riggin diagram included.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Gloster Gladiator plus Skis - 1:72 (A02063)

(Pre-order 2013)

After the outbreak of war between Finland and Soviet Union at the end of November 1939 the Swedish air force founded a volunteer unit to support Finland. The unit consisted of 12 J8A, Gladiator II fighters. The planes were equipped with ski undercarriage as of course wheels were redundant in the conditions.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Focke Wulf Fw190A - 1:72 (A02066)

(Pre-order 2013)

Following the need to counter tank attacks on the ground, new armour was added to the bottom of the fuselage of this version of the A-8, protecting the fuel tanks and pilot, the engine cowling, the landing gear mechanisms and outer wing mounted armament. It was also fitted with a centreline mounted bomb rack and up to a 250kg bomb under each wing.
Canopy can be posed open. Detailed and accurate wheel well.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Hawker Hurricane MkI 'Early' - 1:72 (A02067)

(Pre-order 2013)

The maiden flight of the first production Hurricane, powered by a Merlin II engine, took place on 12 October 1937. The first four aircraft to enter service with the RAF joined No. 111 Squadron RAF at RAF Northolt the following December. By the outbreak of the Second World War, nearly 500 Hurricanes had been produced. This early version had fabric-covered wings.
Features fabric effect on wings and fuselage. Optional 2 and 3 blade propellers. Optional exhaust stacks, cockpit armour and radio masts. Can be built to represent early airframes with small rudder, or later airframes with large rudder and tailfin extension. Detailed cockpit and undercarriage bay.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Focke Wulf 190A-8 Starter Set - 1:72 (A55110)

(Pre-order 2013)

The feared Focke Wulf A-8 was the most numerous of the classic Luftwaffe fighters, with over 6,655 aircraft produced. They were produced by at least eight factories during its lifetime, due to constant attacks by allied bombers.
Decal scheme: Fw190 A-8 WNr 175140 Brown 6 7. JG26, Melsbroek Belguim July 1944.

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Gloster Gladiator Starter Set - 1:72 (A55206)

(Pre-order 2013)

The Gladiator was the last of a long line of biplanes to serve in the RAF and FAA. 72 Squadron, at Tangmere, was the first of nine squadrons to be equipped in 1937. By 1938 Hurricanes were replacing the Gladiators although five squadrons were still operational later in the year.
Decal Scheme: 80 Squadron, RAF Amriya Egypt, early 1940

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Hawker Typhoon Ib Starter Set - 1:72 (A55208)

(Pre-order 2013)

The Hawker Typhoon was one of the Second World War's most potent ground attack planes, and was one of the first planes to provide 'close air support'. Leading up to D-Day, the Typhoon had been used to great effect in attacks on German radar installations along the French coastline.

Decal Scheme: No.266 Squadron, 2nd Tactical Air Force, Royal Air Force, Holland and Germany, 1944

 (This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Revell - Hadley Page Halifax Mk1/11 - 1:72 (04670)

The Halifax was one of the most famous Royal Air Force bombers of the 2nd World War II. Over 6170 aircraft of all variants were built. It was mainly used by Bomber Command on bombing missions over Europe. Other Halifax's were used to drop secret agent's into enemy territory as well as undertaking long distance maritime missions over the Atlantic and the North Sea, during which they sank a total of 43 enemy ships. Their active service began in 1941 with the RAF's Bomber Command as the second large 4 engine bomber. Although many problems were encountered during its development and always being overshadowed by the Lancaster, the Halifax continued to become the most famous Allied bomber of the war.
Decals for a Halifax Mk II of Number 405 Squadron and a GR II of Number 58 Squadron.

Paints Required but not included: (Humbrol )

Revell Colors: 5 6 9 15 36 48 67 68 76 78 79 82 83 86 88 91 99 302 330 364

Revell - Fw200 C-4 Condor Bomber - 1:72 (04678)

The Fw200 C-4 was the main series production version of this powerful reconnaissance bomber. It was the first modern "Long Range Aircraft" in the world. The military version was later named 'Scourge of the Atlantic' by Winston Churchill. Based on a reconnaissance version of the civil Fw200 built (but not delivered) to Japan, these aircraft formed the basis of the newly formed Kampfgeschwader 40 (Combat Wing 40). Finally in 1942 the most prolific Fw 200, the C-4 appeared. It was used as a long range reconnaissance aircraft and also as a bomber against maritime targets. One of the Fw 200's main tasks was to search for allied convoys and then transmit tactical information to the German U-boats in order to prepare for a possible attack.

Super Decal Sheet for two versions of the German Luftwaffe:

1) Focke-Wulf Fw 200C-4 of 9./KG 40 at Avard, France; Sumer 1944
2) Focke-Wulf Fw 200C-4 of 7./KG 40 at Norway, Spring 1945

Paints Required but not included:Paints Required but not included: (Humbrol )

Revell Colors: 5 8 9 15 16 39 40 45 47 49 50 67 74 76 77 78 78 82 83 83 85 86 91 99

Revell - B-17F Memphis Belle - 1:72 (04279)

During the Second World War the Boeing B-17 became a synonym for the heavily armed strategic bomber. The Boeing B-17F was also the first Flying Fortress to be manufactured using mass production techniques. The most famous aircraft in this series was a B-17F which was delivered on 15th July 1942 and entered service with the 324th Bomber Squadron in England. Her crew named her the "Memphis Belle" after the girl-friend of her pilot, Lt. Robert K. Morgan. She became famous due to the fact that she was officially recognised as the first U.S. Army Air Force bomber to survive 25 missions in Europe and subsequently became the star of a propaganda film made in Hollywood.

Decal Sets for 2 USAAF versions:

1) B-17F-10-BO, serial 41-24485, DF-A, "Mephis Bell", 8th Air Force, 91st Bomb Group, 324rd Bomb Squadron, Bassingbourn, UK, May 1943
2) B-17F-10-BO, serial 42-29591, LL-Z, "The Shamrock Special", 8th Air Force, 91st Bomb Group, 401st Bomb Squadron, Bassingbourn, UK, October 1943.

Paints Required but not included:Paints Required but not included: (Humbrol )

Colors: 5 8 9 15 36 39 46 57 65 65 75 76 78 79 85 86 88 90 91 92 99 360 365 371

Revell - B-17G Flying Fortress - 1:72 (04283)

The B-17 Flying Fortress is the best-known American bomber of World War II. Heavy losses in 1943, when a total of 120 bombers was shot down, lead to the conclusion that previous B-17 versions carried insufficient defensive armament. As a consequence, the front lower nose of the B-17G was equipped with a turret carrying two 12,7 mm machine guns, providing an effective defense against the feared frontal attacks. Simultaneously, supplementary gun positions were added to the fuselage sides.

Transfers for 2 USAAF versions:

1) B-17G-35-VE, serial 42-97880, DF-F, "Little Miss Mischief", 8th Air Force, 1st Air Division, 1st Combat Wing, 91st Bomb Group, 324rd Bomb Squadron, Bassingbourn, UK, Feb. 1945
2) B-17G-35-BO, serial 42-31909; "Nine O Nine" 8th Air Force, 1st Air Division, 1st Combat Wing, 91st Bomb Group, 323rd Bomb Squadron, Bassingbourn, UK, April 1945

Paints Required but not included: (Humbrol )

Revell Colors: 5 8 9 15 36 39 46 57 65 65 75 78 79 85 86 88 90 91 92 99 360 365 371

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - Avro Lancaster BII - 1:72 (A08001)

(Pre-order 2013)

Due to shortage of Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, some 300 Lancasters were built with Bristol Hercules radial engines, becoming the BII Variant. Some were also fitted with enlarged bomb-bay doors to enable large 8000lb bombs to be carried, as well as a ventral defensive turret.
Features include complete Bristol Hercules engines with detailed exhausts, optional dropped flaps, ventral turrent and fairing, optional retracted undercarriage and fully detailed interior.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Avro Lancaster 'Dambusters' - 1:72 (A09007)

The most famous raid to be undertaken by Lancasters was operation "Chastise" to destroy the dams of the Ruhr valley. Mk III Lancasters of 617 squadron were fitted with special ‘bouncing bombs’ designed by Barnes Wallace, to bounce over floating booms, settle against the dam wall and explode as they sank to a set depth.
Features include detailed bomb trolley and Upkeep mine, optional dropped flaps, detailed bomb release mechanism, poseable control surfaces and gun turrets, optional retracted undercarriage and a fully detailed interior.

Paints required but not included: 11, 24, 26, 29, 30, 33, 60, 61, 62, 53, 56, 78, 96, 98

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Dambusters Lancaster Gift Set - 1:72 (A50138)

This aircraft was flown by Wing Commander Guy Gibson, Commanding Officer No.617 Squadron. Gibson led three Lancasters to attack and breach the Eder Dam. After the raid, Gibson was awarded the Victoria Cross in recognition not just of the raid, but his leadership and valour demonstrated as master bomber on many previous sorties.

This brand new version of the Dambuster Lancaster comes with:
1) Detailed bomb trolley and Upkeep mine
2) Optional dropped flaps
3) Detailed bomb release mechanism
4) Poseable control surfaces and gun turrets
5) Optional retracted undercarriage
6) Fully detailed interior

(This Gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Douglas Dakota / C-47 Skytrain - 1:72 (A07005)

The DC-3 did not go unnoticed by one of Douglas's oldest customers, the U.S. Army, and by 1941 the old Air Corps had been transformed into the Army Air Forces, and it selected a modified version of the DC-3, the C-47 Skytrain, to become its standard transport aircraft.
A reinforced fuselage floor a large cargo door were the only major modifications. Other changes included the fitting of cargo hooks beneath the centre wing section and the removal of the tail cone to mount a hook for towing gliders.

Paints required but not included: 11, 20, 24, 29, 30, 33, 70, 62, 53, 66, 116, 140, 186

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

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.

Paints Required but not included: 24, 33, 34, 61, 62, 65, 67, 85, 86, 91, 117

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 Mk Vb - 1:48 (A04100)

One of the best reconnaissance aircraft of World War II the Allied code named 'Dinah' combined high speed with long range and was able to cover the entire Pacific theatre of operations with little opposition. They became vulnerable to Allied fighters towards the end of the war.

Paints required but not included: 21, 24, 33, 53, 56, 61, 62, 71, 78, 71, 78, 85, 96, 98, 171, (1) 29, 60, 94, 157 (2) 30, 64, 90, 106

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

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)

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 - Supermarine Spitfire PRXIX 1:48 (A05119)

The Mk XIX was the last and most successful photographic reconnaissance variant of the Spitfire. It combined features of the Mk XI with the Griffon engine of the Mk XIV.

After the first 25 (type 389s) were produced, later aircraft were also fitted with the pressurised cabin of the MkX and the fuel capacity was increased to 256 gallons, three-and-a-half times that of the original Spitfire. The first MkXIXs entered service in May 1944, and, by the end of the war, the type had virtually replaced the earlier Mk XI. A total of 225 were built with production ceasing in early 1946.

Features include optional dropped flaps, poseable rudder, open or closed canopy option ,detailed camera parts, fine surface detail and optional undercarriage up or down.

Paints required but not included: 11, 24, 33, 34, 49, 61, 62, 53, 56, 78, 96, 100, 121, 165, 230

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Hawker Fury 1:48 (A04103)

Bearing the distinction of being the first RAF fighter to exceed 200mph in level flight, the Hawker Fury was one of the most capable fighters of the pre-monoplane era. Whilst beautiful as well as fast, it proved to be more expensive than the likes of the Bristol Bulldog and so eventually only served in the South African Air Force’s front line. The aircraft depicted on the box can be seen flying for the Historic Aircraft Collection Ltd. IWM Duxford.

Paints required but not included: 11, 19, 29, 30, 33, 61, 56

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Supermarine Spitfire MkVB Gift Set - 1:24 (A50055A)

Jan Zumbach, the famous Polish Battle of Britain fighter ace flew his Spitfire in these markings from late September 1941. His beloved Duck motif became synonymous. This large scale kit also contains the new electric motor for a spinning propeller option

(This gift set includes paints, brushes and glue)

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Supermarine Spitfire MkVb - 1:24 (A12005A)

(Pre-order 2013)

The MkVb was produced in greater numbers than any other of the Spitfire marks. The Spitfire MkVb entered service with UK fighter squadrons early in 1941.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - North American Aviation P-51K/RF Mustang - 1:24 (A14003A)

(Pre-order 2013)

A Dallas-built version of the P-51D, designated the P-51K, was equipped with an Aeroproducts propeller, as well as a larger, differently configured canopy and other minor differences.

Paints required but not included: TBA

Manufacturers Age Restriction: 8 Years+

Airfix - Focke Wulf Fw-190A - 1:24 (A16001)

(Pre-order 2013)

The pilot of a Fw-190 could use all his guns at once or, with the flick of a switch, select pairs of guns independently. The success rate of an Fw-190 pilot was very good – hence the 'Butcher Bird' nickname.

Paints required but not included: 11, 24, 27, 28, 32, 33, 34, 61, 53, 65, 56, 78, 79, 85, 87, 91, 96, 98, 103, 174, 113

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+