Kitbashing
Kitbashing is the art of combining parts from different models to create unique designs. Lawrence Klingberg explores this technique in detail.
Modeling in Korea 1953-55
A U.S. Army corporal in Korea (1953-55) shares his experiences building model airplanes during service, fostering camaraderie among fellow GIs.
Making Static Scale Propellers - 2015/06
When showing off a static model at a contest, the first thing a judge sees is the propeller on your model, so it had better be a knockout! Making what I call a “show propeller” is not difficult and it only takes a short time to carve out a masterpiece to install on your airplane.
Large Scale Floats - 2012/05
In 1989, it was my good fortune
to attend the first Schneider Cup
Giant Scale Re-Enactment. The
event was held at Lake Havasu City,
Arizona, and was the brainchild of
Bob and Katie Martin. The Desert
Hawks Radio Control Club members
helped put on a spectacular waterflying
event then and in subsequent
years.
Tin Wings 2010/07
When scratch-building large-scale models, especially
of World War I through Golden Age of Aviation subjects, the
wings can be problematic.
