Iceman11

I would challenge that view. Certainly the SAM environment over the theatre is quite intense and very challenging. But Ukraine has been able to operate in the SEAD role with SU-24 and MIG-29s. Combined operations is the key competence to succeed in this environment. Use of drones, jamming and larger combined packages of aircraft will mitigate the SAM threat somewhat. One factor that many who comment fail to acknowledge, is the fact that Ukraine (and Russian) pilots have extensive combat experience. In a combat environment very different (much more intense and full of advanced adversaries) than NATO and the US has fought in the last 4 decades. That also goes for the whole military system - this intense fighting is a steep learning curve and will pay dividens and increase tactical knowledge. It seems that Russian C4 is not able to have overview and capable to combined operations. The number of Russian aircraft supposedly shot down by Russia is an example that points to that. So the lack of C4 is something that the Ukrainian military has to exploit (and I`m sure they`re working hard on that one). 100 + F-16 MLU will in my opinion be essential for them to take the initiative in C4 and air interdiction. The intel and knowledge that has shaped NATOs tactics versus Russian air defences using the F-16 MLU, combined with what appears to be a Russian C4 vacuum gives an opportunity. I would advocate that NATO gives Ukraine the right tools to use that opportunity. But the most influencial single action is providing Ukraine with sufficient ammo to counter the present Russian initiative (especially artillery and SAMs/ Amraams). The are quite a number of F-16 MLUs avalable now - even the US senate has to understand that the moments is now....or never. Check Six! Wouldbeiceman

Being an aircraft accident investigator - I would say every accident is avoidable. But that is in a perfect world......

I`m just asking the obvious question - why Argentina and not Ukraine? The F-16 MLU is quite capable and those who have flown it ,know how to beat the Flanker family(what to do and what not to do). Also quite capable is the air to ground/ strike role and air to air against drones/ cruise missiles. If Ukranie could muster 100+ F-16 MLUs that could make the defence and control over airspace and battlefield rather solid. Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands and Norway (even Romania, if they coulkd be offered new F-16Vs as a compensation) have a lot of MLUs just waiting for Ukrainian roundels. Sure it would require a bit of service, but with ample supply of AIM-120D it could give the Ukrainia air superiority. Those who have studied modern warfare know what that can lead to..... To me this deal with Argentina does not make much sense. Just say`in Wouldbeiceman

First of all - there is no such thing as a F-16 MLU Block 20. Like many has commented on - the Block 20 is a Block 50/52 with a Block 15 tail. But with the Block 50/ 52 RWR antenna on top of the fin.. The panels differ a bit from the F-16A Block1/ 5/ 10/ 15. So if you want to build an MLU you`re back to the same filling and rescribing of panel lines as with the Tamiya and Kinetic. But what a kit it looks from the CAD and pictures!! Boman - the zig zag panels on the parapack is RAM - Radar Absorbing Material. I am in contact with some 3D resin makers for design and production of the missing RWR antennas on the parapack, so that a MLU can be built. It would be nice if Mini Base included them in the kit, so that at least it would be possible to bulid a MLU (with some extra mods). Another thing I like is that the seats for the family version is correct! The front seat has the data cartridge on the left side, as any single seat ACES II. But this is not present on the aft seat in any F-16 family model. The recent Eduard Brassin seat is simply two front seats, as is most other resin replacement ACES II seats for the family version. Nice one Mini Base! Maybe someone will make a new 3D tail for the MLU, with parapack and RWR? After all it`s Christmas soon! And the detail...... The only worry I have is the price. And the fact that I have 19 unbuilt Tamiya kits, with all sorts of resin goodies🤷‍♂️ Check Six - and build something!

Great work! I really like all the small details in your build, especially the sensor on the canopy for the Scorpion (?) helmet mounted sight. Yes, it`s a bit weathered, but it`s your take on the RSAF F-16C. I call it outstanding work!! A bit jealous of your skills! On my way to Singapore on Friday, by the way! Check Six and build something! John

Excellent choice and thread. One cannot go wrong with a RNoAF aircraft (although it wasn`t named RNoAF at that time)!! Will follow with great interest and keep em coming! Check Six and build something!

Fantastic - just fantastic! And a bit jealous...But I will try building my JG.5 Bf 109s with this finish as a goal🙏.

Just beautiful - and lots of resin!! But isn`t the nosewheel in the wrong position? Shouldn`t it be in the rear of the nosewheel well?

Come on Vingtor! This the conversion set for the AW101 - and no correct decals in 1/48.

Another great build of the Sukhoi family - fantastic work! Really sharp photography too! And no - here we just look at plastic, no matter where the aircraft comes from😇 All these nice Sukhoi`s in 1/48 makes me tempted to build one, even though RNoAF is my thing.... Keep`em coming!

Truely amazed and just have to "chime in" with the rest - truely a masterpiece! And very inspirational for the rest of us. I`ve seen a couple of them in close proximity - and the SU-27 is HUGE! Fantastic photography and presentation as well!!👍 What`s next from you?

Yes, that`s the correct wheels for the MLU`s. Keep the pictures coming!! Wonderful stuff - when my new house is done in May (with my mancave👌) I will get back to modelling again! Cannot wait - maybe a Hasegawa NSAWC F-16A or B will be first up, thanks to your inspirational build! Or a F-16N.... or a RNoAF F-16A... or.... Cheers, John

Gorgeous Harrier! Very nice finish/ paint job. You also get bonus points for the ladder being deployed when the cockpit hood is open🤙 I sat in the cockpit in one of these when I was 8 years and immidieately decided to become a pilot! No.1 sqd came almost every March to Tromsoe for participating in Alloy/ Anorak/ Artic (your choice) Express series of NATO excersises and after bugging the ground crew for a couple of days they let me sit in. Even got the VTOL patch..... Here I am - 3 months from retirement after 35 years of flying and with 250+ 1/48 kits unbuilt. Ahhh...... Happy New Year to All! John

Fantastic work on a challenging kit. Especially like the finish/ paint job - top notch! Will use a Hase or Tamiya as base for mine! Happy New Year! John

Keep the pictures coming!! Wonderful stuff - when my new house is done in May (with my mancave👌) I will get back to modelling again! Cannot wait - maybe a Hasegawa NSAWC F-16A or B will be first up, thanks to your inspirational build! Or a F-16N.... or a RNoAF F-16A... or.... Cheers, John