Palm-tree Posted January 4 Posted January 4 Peter- I have seen a video on youtube within the last six months showing a crew climbing into the DO-17 and the compartment from inside. No idea where but it was obviously one from just before BoB with some crews training, take-offs and landings. Will try to find and post a link.... chukw and airscale 2
Rainer Hoffmann Posted January 4 Posted January 4 Good grief, Peter, this is beyond belief. Unfortunately WWII subjects are not really my cup of tea (otherwise my limited modelling funds would go to you, Sir), but I would so like to see one of your creations in the flesh. I will need to plan a trip to Telford one of theses days ... Cheers Rainer airscale and geedubelyer 2
chukw Posted January 4 Posted January 4 7 hours ago, Palm-tree said: Peter- I have seen a video on youtube within the last six months showing a crew climbing into the DO-17 and the compartment from inside. No idea where but it was obviously one from just before BoB with some crews training, take-offs and landings. Will try to find and post a link.... It's labeled a Do215, but it's an early prototype that's VERY similar to the Do17. https://dai.ly/x8bv3u8 airscale 1
scvrobeson Posted January 4 Posted January 4 The anticipation is definitely building with this project. Never thought I'd see a 1/32 Do-17 come to fruition. Matt airscale 1
airscale Posted January 10 Author Posted January 10 evening ladies On 1/3/2026 at 8:07 PM, Gazzas said: A year or two ago I wanted to find images or drawings of the crew entry hatch/ladder so that I could model it open. Do you think I could find one between my small library and the internet? No sir... not one. Hi Gazzas - I have quite a few drawings and photo's of the door - there were at least 3 tyoes from what I can tell - here is one, if you need any just shout On 1/4/2026 at 8:52 AM, Artful69 said: I meant I wonder if they compare notes with you on the design process or If the folks there might actually be fans of the product or customers at all?? Mark loves this early WWII stuff and I would have thought the Defiant would be on HIS wishlist! hey Rog, not so much compare notes, I mean I talk to Radu quite often who is one of their top designers (along with other mfrs) and ask advice on design stuff, but Mark is definately a fan and we talk about kits we want to do and will definately deconflict our roadmaps He wanted to buy a Defiant at Telford, but I refused and sent one when I got home, they can also see how 3D is changing the art of the possible.. On 1/4/2026 at 1:04 PM, Palm-tree said: Peter- I have seen a video on youtube within the last six months showing a crew climbing into the DO-17 and the compartment from inside. No idea where but it was obviously one from just before BoB with some crews training, take-offs and landings. Will try to find and post a link.... that was really useful, thank you I have been working on the wings and nacelle and have pretty much finalised the layout.. ..absolutely tons of detail in the U/C bays, but I can't touch that until I get the IM parts designed... Peter Trak-Tor, Gazzas, Philbucknall and 26 others 28 1
geedubelyer Posted January 10 Posted January 10 (edited) @LSP_Kevin.....we need a drooling emoji please * Found it 🤤 Edited January 10 by geedubelyer RCPlym, airscale and williamj 3
RCPlym Posted January 10 Posted January 10 Sorcery! This really is a 'wow!' moment. I shall pre-order on the day! airscale and williamj 2
mozart Posted January 10 Posted January 10 We all know what to expect from Airscale! geedubelyer, airscale and RCPlym 3
geedubelyer Posted January 10 Posted January 10 10 minutes ago, mozart said: We all know what to expect from Airscale! Indeed. It's quite a large rod for his back. I have little doubt that standards will be maintained in perpetuity so hopefully our collective expectations and understandable excitement won't be a burden for Peter. We remain the happy recipients of his passion and talent. Long may it continue Polecadt, mozart, airscale and 1 other 4
RCPlym Posted January 10 Posted January 10 9 minutes ago, geedubelyer said: Indeed. It's quite a large rod for his back. I have little doubt that standards will be maintained in perpetuity so hopefully our collective expectations and understandable excitement won't be a burden for Peter. We remain the happy recipients of his passion and talent. Long may it continue My take on Airscale is the unsurpassed quality of product will keep it running well, with what I suspect is his business model of mixed 3D print parts and outsourced injection moulding for larger parts, will see the venture continue for as long as the owner wishes to do so. As for our collective excitement etc... He brought that on himself! No sympathy for him on that! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 (last sentence is lighthearted Mr. Airscale! 😛) geedubelyer, airscale and mozart 2 1
Out2gtcha Posted January 10 Posted January 10 Im not sure there is any company out there that is more committed to accuracy than Airscale is. I believe that is in part what people are paying for, unparalleled accuracy, fidelity and detail. In IMHO it's what separates Peter from other manufacturers. Its also of note that it is known that Luftwaffe subjects are some of the hardest subjects to get right in large detailed model form. Quite a feat from my point of view. airscale, mozart, geedubelyer and 4 others 7
Gazzas Posted January 11 Posted January 11 14 hours ago, airscale said: evening ladies Hi Gazzas - I have quite a few drawings and photo's of the door - there were at least 3 tyoes from what I can tell - here is one, if you need any just shout hey Rog, not so much compare notes, I mean I talk to Radu quite often who is one of their top designers (along with other mfrs) and ask advice on design stuff, but Mark is definately a fan and we talk about kits we want to do and will definately deconflict our roadmaps He wanted to buy a Defiant at Telford, but I refused and sent one when I got home, they can also see how 3D is changing the art of the possible.. that was really useful, thank you I have been working on the wings and nacelle and have pretty much finalised the layout.. ..absolutely tons of detail in the U/C bays, but I can't touch that until I get the IM parts designed... Peter Thank you for the drawing! That will prove useful as I have a few Do's in the stash. I'd be grateful for a couple pics if you have the time. Your images look amazing, BTW. The makings of a must-have! williamj, Out2gtcha and airscale 3
Greif8 Posted January 11 Posted January 11 Highly skilled CAD work Peter. My youngest son, who is a works with CAD as part of his profession, said that your work is some of the finest he has ever seen. Ernest airscale and williamj 2
Phartycr0c Posted January 11 Posted January 11 Incredible work as usual Peter. Im currently in the process of saving my spondoolicks for this beast. It is a work of art even without rivet and panel detail. Amazing stuff. airscale and williamj 2
airscale Posted January 13 Author Posted January 13 thank you chaps, I am blushing, that is very kind of you to say I do try very hard to develop a brand aura that means people can count on the highest level of research, accuracy and quality. I don't always succeed of course, but that is the guiding principle and it is embedded in everything I do in the hobby. For something like the Dornier it is even more relevant as it will be the only one, you have no choice, if you want a 1/32 Do17 that is not a bare vacform then whatever I do in the next 6 months is it, and possibly forever will be - I feel that responsibility So, no pretty renders today, but some fairly important progress. the wings and nacelle are defined as IM parts and are with the mouldmakers for assessment - likely lots will fail relating to thickness, draft angle, separation issues etc but it is a start. i haven't decided how the airframe will be chopped up yet as the max part length is 30cm so for now it is all about getting the surfaces, both inner and outer defined, and where there is some integration, like the nacelle into the wing how that is created to be a reliable, simple, clean fit.. TTFN Peter RCPlym, Wouter, GMK and 21 others 24
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now