I just love Airfix kits. Ok so they're mostly kind of simple and can take a little work. And maybe they don't compare or scale perfectly to the blueprints. I'm fine with that. I find that not only is building an Airfix kit like spending time with a boyhood chum but that the simplicity of these models makes them ripe for whiffing.
Recently, I picked up an Airfix D.H. Mosquito for $10.
I also picked up an Airfix Spitfire for $1 and the plan was to graft the Spitfire engine on to the nose of the Mosquito. Well, my idea had to be shelved when I noticed how huge the Mosquito props and spinners are. My memory for detail can fade with time. I had to come up with something else.
I remembered reading about how Mosquitos were used as fast, express transports during W.W. II flying diplomats into Sweden and ball bearings out. I had an idea and some decals that'd be perfect...
This concept would entail (hahaha) making a new fin and rudder from card stock to work with the decals.
I found some nice un-cowled radial engines and props (from a Ford Trimotor & P-26) that were a good fit and before I knew it, I was ready for paint & decals.
More to follow...
Brian da Basher