Alain Gadbois

+1! Alain

Well good for you, it seems, and that clean space is crying out for a new project, isn't it? Alain

Nice project! I wish I had on of those for the GB! Alain

Armoured plate? It is just a hinged panel that gives access to the rear fuselage ( I think there's normally luggage space and starter crank stowage). It is usually represented as a raised panel in kits. Alain

In my opinion, I don't think there would be any difference between panels. Alain

Hi! I would go for 70 all over. These are glossy parts in direct sunshine so contrasts are high. Something I noticed looking at the photo: In the annular radiator area, there are two quite large bulged housings, center top and bottom. This is different from the D-9 looking part you made. Alain

That's a nice model! (I thought for a second, as this is an unusual angle for a real airplane!) The actual kit is fantastic, very well done and thanks for the complete story! Alain

It seems, in the photo, that the tire was partly torn from the rim, and the metal wheel is resting on the ground. Alain

Maybe a Mk IX was used in the BOB movie? Alain

That's my first thought also: instinctively, it doesn't feel right to have different patterns on the tires. But then, it also points to the supply difficulties of the Luftwaffe at the end of the war. So it can be an interesting detail to represent on your model. Just a thought! Alain

Very interesting build! The resin cockpit is well designed as it results in representing the canopy rails wich are quite visible in 1/32 scale. One little thing: the type of prop (round tips) was also used on the Ta 152H, so is not a distinctive feature of the D-13. Alain

I've got 20 year old resin parts that still look absolutely perfect. This is weird, could it be something that was packed with the resin? Like some packing material that disintegrated? Alain

Where is that Magister going in these moutains? Maybe a secret mission to bomb the Berghof! Alain

The French Oscars had individual exhaust ports, and no kits, out of the box, have this feature. The Oscars did not last long, as they were plagued with problems. The French used a bunch of Japanese planes, the Jake being used quite a bit. Alain

I'm glad to see this build of an interesting (if somewhat obscure) aircraft. Would look great next to an Amiot 143... Alain

I think you have done a fantastic job with the fairings. Very convincing result. Alain

On the Blancolirio channel you can hear a "pop" as the planes fly over, then the aircraft starts pulling up immediately. Some engine trouble it appears, but the investigation will hopefully find the cause. The ejector seats are original, so obviously not as effective as newer models. I hope they can study the problem of replacing them. I hope it is technically possible (dimensions). Very sad story. I feel it is very lucky that one survived. The parachute must have opened just enough ... Alain

Great project! Those little planes are very cool! I believe they were used in some African conflict like Biafra(?) Alain

Wow! Those are complex shapes to work with, align and combine! Many variables to deal with but you seem to make it work ok. Nice job! Alain

Very nice Hayabusha! I like it very much! Alain

Great work on the fit issue. That should save you a lot of problems later on! Alain

MiG-21PF, with Vietnam, East Germany and Egypt markings. I'd buy that, and probably not the only one! Alain PS: Mr Tamiya, if you read this, I have been a very good boy this year.

I still think its a great kit idea, but not holding my breath! Alain

I love your I-16! The white camo on the tail and skis make it very distinctive! Alain I have a MiG-3 that I hoped I could build for the GB, but I don't have time to start it!

Interesting project and great research too! Looking forward to the next updates. Alain