BATTLE OF BRITAIN
MOVIE
By Jay Smith, Executive Editor | jays@modelaircraft.org
ALTHOUGH I’M SURE Dave Platt has shared with some the story about his involvement in the design, building, and flying of an RC Stuka for the movie Battle of Britain, I’m excited to share it with you. Dave was gracious enough to send me all of the original photos that he had from that time, which you will see included with the “Battle of Britain” article on page 18.
I let Dave in on a secret that, with the help of Pat Trittle and Derek Micko, we have two construction articles—a Hurricane and a Stuka—to complement the “Battle of Britain” article. He seemed excited about the issue, and I hope you will be as well.
Beyond the article on the models from the movie, I also authored the article “Collecting the Battle of Britain Movie Memorabilia” on page 26. Although it is not typically a topic you would find in the magazine, I believe it fits well with the other content. When you read it, I’m sure it will be clear that I also enjoy the movie.
This issue has taken on a theme and, although it was not my original intent, it is one that I’m excited for you to read. I hope it makes you want to build one or both of the models featured, and it might even make you want to watch the movie again or do additional reading on the subject.
This issue has taken on a theme and, although it was not my original intent, it is one that I’m excited for you to read. I hope it makes you want to build one or both of the models featured, and it might even make you want to watch the movie again or do additional reading on the subject.
If you do build the Hurricane or Stuka, or have your own collection of memorabilia from the actual event or the film, please share a photo with me.
Happy flying!
