Mark Harmsworth

This might be a good start: https://b17flyingfortress.de/en/b17/44-8471-tower-of-london/ and https://b17flyingfortress.de/en/b17/44-8357-tennessee-tess-aka-tess/

Umm - not sure why you've replied to me with this. That's exactly what I've suggested - or maybe I have misunderstood (??)

Happens to me sometimes (or is this happening all the time?). My solution then is to place a few drops of water on and around the decal, move it and then wick the surplus water off with a bit of kitchen towel. good luck Mark

Can't help directly I'm afraid but I know that @AndyL has something of an interest in Defiants (he certainly helped me). good luck Mark

I did some research as, by the time I was interested, dad was no longer with us - so I got his RAF service record and then went to the Operations Record Books for the squadron. Fortunately I was able to identify one of the planes he was a crew member in. I had a go at building it and posted the results on Britmodeller. I don't want to hijack your thread so won't post it directly here but you there's a link in my signature line below - titled 'A Coastal Command Liberator and my dad'. all the best Mark

Welcome. Speaking from experience I'd agree with your idea of starting with a modern kit. Trying an old kit might seem simpler (less bits and seemingly easy instructions) but they can be very frustrating and may put you off (I re-started with a few 1970's Airfix kits and with hindsight wish I hadn't). I'd suggest perhaps leaving the Accurate Miniatures Dauntless to slightly later in your journey - a little experience will be valuable and you'll end up with a great result. all the best Mark

Welcome. You've certainly got some positive reaction to your interest in RAF Leuchars. Perhaps I could add one more - my dad was posted there in 1945 as a teenage air gunner in Coastal Command. all the best Mark

What he said. Perhaps you missed the title of this area which is: Help & Support for Forum Issues Once you've looked at the FAQ forum, post here if you still need help. NOT for modelling related issues.

I need to know - when (or why) is a question ever 'quick' and why am I mildly irritated when I see such a thing? There, I feel better already. Mark

Welcome. In simple terms you need to use an image hosting site (plenty of free ones around - I use imgur) and then post a link here. More stuff on that: I'm sure you'll enjoy it here all the best Mark

There's a thread here:

Welcome. Great introduction - and what a view from your window. all the best Mark

Maybe I was too subtle. I definitely recommend using a primer.

My first thought is to ask if you are using a primer first? Mark

Another thought. Maybe @112 Squadron can assist?