billn53

Found the link to my build:

Nice. I built this not too long ago (the WIP is posted here somewhere), its a pretty good kit but with the usual Special Hobby challenges.

Beautiful work in the cockpit, sir!

My hat’s off to you for tackling this Russian flying monstrosity! Keep up the good work, I’m confident you’ll win out in the end.

Beautiful work on a beautiful aircraft! I just want to second the desire to buy your 3D parts, or at least, the files so I can print my own.

Very nice! I have a thing for Antarctic exploration, your excellent build has prompted me to add one of these to my stash.

Impressive detailing on such a tiny model!

I don't do rigging often, and when I do I use elastic thread. I'll have to give your method (stretched sprue) a try sometime.

Nice! I would never have attempted doing the vortex vanes on the canopy framing . . . too fiddly for my old eyes!

Thank you. I am fortunate that my fiancée is very much interested in aviation, including modeling. The two of us recently spent a day at the Experimental Aircraft Association museum in Oshkosh, and had a wonderful time. A couple of days later I treated her to an introductory flight lesson — she did very well (must be all that time she’s had on Microsoft Flight Simulator).

Best of luck with your kit. It’s really not too difficult of a build, just think ahead, take your time, and make sure everything is lined up and fitting properly before gluing. You’ve just reminded me that I haven’t yet posted an RFI — I’ll have to correct that. Life’s been very busy with school plus recently becoming engaged. 😊

Very nice! I have this kit but haven’t yet summoned the courage to tackle it.

Beautifully done!

Here's a pic of the aux air intake that might be helpful: -Bill

Lovely!