The Tomohawk Kid Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 (edited) The BEA machines used on the postal runs had the rear seats removed and a rope net behind the pilots seat, to allow the postal sacks to be loaded in the rear of the cabin. Thomo. Edited June 4, 2017 by The Tomohawk Kid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin1967 Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 18 hours ago, SleeperService said: They really are quite satisfying kits. Not too tricky to build and very off-beat subjects. This would be about the size of a 1/72 fighter so if you like the subject go for it. That's how I got into 350th submarines... I've no connection other than being a very happy customer. Thank you for the recommendation I will buy this one when it is released and off-beat subjects too, that's why this one interests me. Yes, I am tempted buy their submarines and to buy a FLY Models Zeppelin airships too. Enjoy the hobby ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamwalker Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 mmmm be nice to have a Dragonfly in 1/72 scale along with a hoverfly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted June 6, 2017 Share Posted June 6, 2017 10 hours ago, grahamwalker said: mmmm be nice to have a Dragonfly in 1/72 scale along with a hoverfly Whirlybirds are producing a new 1/72 Dragonfly I believe. Thomo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praded-dembelya Posted June 8, 2017 Share Posted June 8, 2017 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted June 8, 2017 Share Posted June 8, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, praded-dembelya said: Coolth. Will there be glazing masks and weights included in the kit ala, the Belcher Kit? Any news on the decal options? Thomo. Edited June 8, 2017 by The Tomohawk Kid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praded-dembelya Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Wot no BEA option :-( Thomo. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praded-dembelya Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 1 hour ago, The Tomohawk Kid said: Wot no BEA option :-( Thomo. This is only the first set, still will be. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 Thanks I was very much asking tongue in cheek. Thanks. Thomo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praded-dembelya Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 Decal and masks. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted July 3, 2017 Share Posted July 3, 2017 I want one ....where can I get one .................pls let me know...looks nice The provost too thanks 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted July 3, 2017 Share Posted July 3, 2017 Coolth! Thomo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praded-dembelya Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Is there a connoisseur of dragonfly? I need clear differences from Sikorsky. So that we do not miss anything in the model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praded-dembelya Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin1967 Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Not my usual scale of choice, but, I will be tempted by this one, thank you Mikro Mir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 I fancy one of these after watching "The Bridges At Toko-Ri" 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 (edited) On 08/07/2017 at 09:58, praded-dembelya said: Is there a connoisseur of dragonfly? I need clear differences from Sikorsky. So that we do not miss anything in the model. No connoisseur or expert, but here are where the significant differences are: - The rear fuselage was adapted to incorporate additional storage with a rear access door, which gives a larger "squared off" appearance in profile as opposed to the aerodynamic sweep up to the boom of the S-51. - A more powerful Alvis Leonide engine was fitted, which resulted in different grillage and exhaust arrangments. - There were copious variations in the glazing arrangements, which is a case of check your references for the machine you are modelling. The BEA Dragonflies are closer to the S-51 than the military Dragonflies. Essentially having the same airframe as the S-51 and therefore can be modellled from the S-51, which the 'service' Dragonflies can't without significant work. I hope that helps. Thomo. Edited July 9, 2017 by The Tomohawk Kid Typo, what else! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praded-dembelya Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Thank you. Approximately so I thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 Rumours say this kit should be released on next week. Announced as "soon" at Hobbyterra: https://hobbyterra.com/product/helicopter-sikorsky-h03s-1-amp-48001.html PE set Source: https://www.facebook.com/1416295571781508/photos/a.1416729748404757.1073741828.1416295571781508/1573249942752736/?type=3&theater V.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71chally Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 On 09/07/2017 at 10:40 AM, The Tomohawk Kid said: The BEA Dragonflies are closer to the S-51 than the military Dragonflies. Essentially having the same airframe as the S-51 and therefore can be modellled from the S-51, which the 'service' Dragonflies can't without significant work. British European Airways machines were Sikorsky S-51s, most British service machines were Westland Dragonflies. There was a minor variance in the cabin glazing on the BEA S-51s, which could be found on the entire S-51 range, and was to do with glazing strengthening. Military Westland Dragonflies had that box shape to the rear fuselage, I haven't seen the same feature on a civil Dragonfly Mk1a or b, I must admit I thought it was battery or equipment related rather than stowage. The whole S51 / Dragonfly series had a myriad of minor differences, I'm just glad that this kit is released, and that we can at least scratch the minor details or differences if needed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 46 minutes ago, 71chally said: British European Airways machines were Sikorsky S-51s, most British service machines were Westland Dragonflies. Nearly, however, the seven S-51's sent to Westland by Sikorski ahead of the license agreement were re-engined with the Alvis Leonides radial motor. 46 minutes ago, 71chally said: There was a minor variance in the cabin glazing on the BEA S-51s, which could be found on the entire S-51 range, and was to do with glazing strengthening. The glazing diferences on the 'Dragonfly' were a purchase option depending on the machines duties as dictated by the client. 46 minutes ago, 71chally said: Military Westland Dragonflies had that box shape to the rear fuselage, I haven't seen the same feature on a civil Dragonfly Mk1a or b, I must admit I thought it was battery or equipment related rather than stowage. The rear fuselage mod and profile differences of the Westland Dragonfly over that of the S-51 designation was originally concieved by Westland from a MoD directive and used as stretcher and meds stowage, but used for a whole host reasons over the Dragonfly's service life. 46 minutes ago, 71chally said: The whole S51 / Dragonfly series had a myriad of minor differences, I'm just glad that this kit is released, and that we can at least scratch the minor details or differences if needed. Agreed. Thomo. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caerbannog Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 I found it on evilbay already. Seems to be released: http://www.ebay.de/itm/1-48-Sikorsky-H03S-1-New-AMP-multimedia-kit/391850279034?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649 Rene 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tomohawk Kid Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 18 hours ago, Caerbannog said: I found it on evilbay already. Seems to be released: http://www.ebay.de/itm/1-48-Sikorsky-H03S-1-New-AMP-multimedia-kit/391850279034?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649 Rene Good news indeed. Thomo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bentwaters81tfw Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 About the same cost as the Belcher Bits resin offering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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