Orion

Hello Plasto, Always good to see the Monogram brand being constructed in fine models. Your model shows very clearly what you can achieve, when the model is in capable hands. Regards, Orion.

Hello Padre, Museum quality. Very impressive. Regards, Orion.

Hello CT, Nice pair of Meteors. Regards, Orion.

Hello Tail, Fantastic job in this tiny scale. Regards. Orion.

Hello SAS, Museum quality. Regards, Orion

Hello Junchan and Jan, Thanks for the update and corresponding links. The set from Whirlybird is what started my search for the VXE6 Sikorsky equipped with skis. Could not find one picture with the skis. As mentioned above, my search did lead me to former members of VXE 6. They operated the LH-34D (three exhaust pipes) and never operated the skis. As for winterizing the Sikorsky: 'Closure of the clamshell door with tarpon, to minimize the incoming wind/cold. Connected to a Herman Nelson heather, with flexible hose that connecting point under the clamshell door. The "Nelson" brought hot air around the radial engine. By the right engine temperature the "switch On " handle was activated. Any more pictures with the skis (close up) are most welcome. Regards, Orion.

Hello Junchan, Your picture is much appreciated. I was in contact with former members of VXE6 and the told me: "We have never seen any LH-34D with skis. Your picture proofs the opposite. Difference: Their pictures show the type with three exhaust pipes from the radial engine. This model has only one exhaust. (Seabat/Choctaw/) Regards, Orion The netherlands.

hello Keith, Job well done. This aircraft type will be remembered for a long time. Very successful design and skillfully flown by Argentine aviators. Regards, Orion.

Hello HartDeco, Hello René Fantastic build. fantastic photography. It takes a lot of spirit to start with this color scheme. Finished and weathered to the highest model standards. Regards, Orion-The Netherlands.

Hello Filbert, Despite the throwbacks during construction (we all have these sometimes) you did a splendid job. It is a eye catcher first class. US Coast Guard planes are definitely clean. Always. For the modeler, these color schemes gives a lot of color on the camouflage and grey model table. Interesting is the fact, that these planes were takeovers from the USAF. If the buy was politically motivated I don't know. For sure was the fact, that the USAF was not happy with the AC. As for the Coast Guard, their fixed AC are getting smaller. No endurance like the Hercules C-130. Operating with different types, from different company's gives a headache to the supply and maintenance department. Currently; USCG HC-130H /C-27J Spartan and the Ocean Sentry/Minotaur HC144 (Airbus Military CN-235). Nice model in 1/72 scale! All in all ten different types of helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. To much in these days. Regards, Orion

Hello Kenny, Being a Dutchman, I am proud to see this type of aircraft on this site. The F-27 was truly a very successful design. Politics killed the Fokker Factory. Stil around today, hauling cargo and passengers worldwide around to very remote areas. Your model depicts the beauty of the design. The paint scheme is immaculate. I am not a rivet counter, but your story leaves no doubt, you put a lot of effort into this model. The Dutch Friendship Association only recently bought a F-27 (C-31A) from the US Army. After a transatlantic ferry it is back were it all started. So, after COVID, we can enjoy the hauling sound of the RR turbines ones again. Highest Regards, Orion.

Hello Dmitry, Famous aircraft in the French livery. Excellent construction. Extra colorful with the French Flag and the Navy cocarde. Regards, Orion

Hello Spitfire, My highest compliments in regards to your model. It looks fantastic. Regards, Orion

Dear Friend, My compliments with your excellent constructed model. Old print, but looks like 2021. Regards, Orion

Hello Junglierating, What is the I band bean can. The model looks great. Beautiful color scheme. The more Wessex and Sikorskys "The Better". Regards, Orion

Fellow modelers, The USN operated in the late fifty's a number of "cold weather" Sikorsky LH-34D in the harsh climate of Antarctica.. On searching on the web, pictures concerning these operations are very limited. Finding one, equipped with skis has been impossible so far. Is there any UH-34 specialist, who have some pictures concerning Sikorsky LH-34D equipped with these skis, and what were in general the modifications to make them "Arctic Proof". Looking forward to your information. This is the site, were I got my information. www.vaqH-34.com/vxe6/h-34.htm Regards, Orion, The Netherlands.

Hello TrickyDick, Excellent build and very colorfull indeed. You invested quite alot of pocket money into this build, but it shows off in the end. Regards, Orion

Hello Gengriz, Museum master piece. Especially when I did read it was hand painted. Regards, Orion

Hello Jurek, What can I say. It just looks fantastic. Regards, Orion

Hello Adam, Enjoyed your contribution to BM very much. Impressive trio. The K2 looks impressive. Regards, Orion

Hello Sir, Thanks for this very useful information. Indeed, you must be the first one to tackle this problem. Regards, Orion

Dear fellow modelers, and management from Whirlybird Thanks for the overwhelming info and ;pictures I received, in regards to my topic. I have purchased the set by the Aviation Megastore in Amsterdam. I am proud to be a member of this excellent website. Q&A is working on this forum. Highest Regards to All, Orion.