The latest from Ukrianian manufacturer Modelsvit - a 1/72 scale model of the Myasishchev M-17 Stratosfera - dubbed 'Mystic-A' by NATO. Designed as an interceptor of high-flying drifting balloons launched by the west on the prevaling winds over the Soviet Union, it was originally to be armed with an upper gun turret. Modelsvit's box art depicts the second record-breaking protype M-17 at altitude.... Each new kit from Modelsvit is an improvement on the previous - and this new kit is no exception, with superbly moulded parts in grey plastic with fine engraved detail without any hint of flash. The long span wings feature the correct laiminar-flow reflex section on the lower surfaces.... The upper wings and tailplane... .... the upper centre section and fully lined intakes.... Tailboom and fins..... Cockpit and engine parts..... A pilot access ladder, a 22-part K-36 ejection seat and the undercarriage..... The clear canopy is provided with two options - open or closed - and a set of self-adhesive masks are included.... Ken