Revell 1/72 SA.365Fi Dauphin 2 - Irish Air Corps

[Dermo245]

Hi all and this is the latest finish from me, Revell's Dauphin II modified and wearing Irish Air Corps markings.

 

Not my best build and the fit of the canopy pieces was a challenge. There's also some shape issues with this kit in the tail, around the engine and the canopy 'brow' which I think is too flat or tall? Anyway, you can read the brief WIP here but in summary:

 

Kit: Matchbox issue of 1/72 SA365 Dauphin II

Extras: Scratchbuilt bench seat for cabin; collectives for cockpit; rescue winch, fuel dump line, open rear door, searchlight. Resin aftermarket nose for Irish SAR version (model was pre-started so don't know by whom)

Paints: Halfords white from a can, all others Revell Acrylics brushpainted. Klear, Flory Models wash

Decals: Max Decals for Irish Air Corps (donated by Britmodeller Lazlo Woodbine - thanks Gary!)

 

This a/c 244 was the first of 5 Dauphin 2s delivered to the Irish Air Corps between June and December 1986. Operated by SAR Squadron, No 3 Support Wing, a/c 244 was also equipped for naval ops by the Irish Naval Service aboard the LE Eithne (P-31). The five aircraft served with great distinction and bravery in the SAR/Air Ambulance role. Sadly a/c 248 was lost in a fatal crash along with its crew returning from an SAR mission in July 1999 in Co Waterford.

 

This a/c 244 was retired from service in 2003 with 5,400 flying hours. Along with the three remaining a/c, they were sold in 2006 and now operate with the Chilean Navy.

 

. by Dermot Moriarty, on Flickr

 

. by Dermot Moriarty, on Flickr

 

. by Dermot Moriarty, on Flickr

 

. by Dermot Moriarty, on Flickr

 

. by Dermot Moriarty, on Flickr

And along with the Irish Gazelle I built earlier this year - both of these are now off to a collector and you know, I'm a little bit sad to see them go!

. by Dermot Moriarty, on Flickr

 

Thanks for looking.

Dermot

 

 

Edited November 8, 2017 by Dermo245
Fixing photo links

[Team Aer Lingus]

Always nice to see an Irish Model here thanks for sharing Dermo

Regards

Eamonn

[mcdonnell]

Hello,Dermo245 - Well done on a good looking build of your 'Dauphin2'.Together with your 'Gazelle' you have two lovely Helos.I felt the same way recently when I donated some models.Let's enjoy building their successors! All the best,Paul.

[milktrip]

As I said in your WIP, great job . Nice photo with the Gazelle too.

It is a shame to see them go but you can always build an alouette III and keep that one