Turbofan Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) Another from my plane spotting past, Aer Lingus 737-200s were a regular feature at Heathrow during the late 70's and early 80's so it was inevitable that I'd have to build one! It's a Daco 737-300 converted into a -200. I've never really liked the -3/4/500s but have a few Daco kits in the stash so they'll all be converted eventually. The engines are from Authentic Airliners and the nose wheels are from the Airfix 737. Decals are from 26 and the green paint is Xtracolor X307. Boeing Grey is Mr Color 315. The natural metal on the engines is a combination of Mr Metal Aluminium and mainly Authentic Airliners High Shine Silver Metallic decal and the coroguard is my own mix of Humbrol Metalcote Aluminium and Gunmetal sprayed onto decal paper. Plus, of course, the windows and windscreen are from Werner at Authentic Airliners! Thanks for looking, hope you like it! Cheers, Ian Edited July 4, 2017 by Turbofan Reuploaded images 33 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Stunning build and a great scheme. I know Chris (Strungbag) has got this conversion on the go so hopefully it will inspire him to pull his finger out he he!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbofan Posted August 2, 2016 Author Share Posted August 2, 2016 Cheers Neil! It's always been one of my favourite schemes. Yes, he's told me he's got a few on the go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrewP Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Great build as always! Looks like you just took pictures of the real plane and posted them here. Those AA engines look amazing! The entire build is gorgeous. Great conversion, it looks stunning. Hope to see many more from you! Drew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Noice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 lovely really nice rgds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britman Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I do like the cockpit glazing, the most convincing I have seen in a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelh Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Very nice. My very first flight in an airliner and a jet was in an Aer Lingus 737 200. It was actually a special flight to see Halleys comet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 That's another stunner Ian, superb little 732, lovely work again! More great piccies too! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teeradej Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Outstanding look on engine nacelles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danntheman Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 This is brilliant used to see them a lot in Dublin aircraft, so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael301757 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Stunning build and a classic livery, lovely job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbag Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 I know Chris (Strungbag) has got this conversion on the go so hopefully it will inspire him to pull his finger out he he!!!! Yes, he's told me he's got a few on the go! Now listen here you two. I suppose John will be along soon and stick his oar in as well. I was going to say how well this one looked Ian but you can whistle now. LOL Joking aside, it really is a nice one and you have made a lovely job on that paint-work. Chris, Off to cry in the corner. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex1978 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Superb build. Your conversion work and paint job is top notch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 That is a cracking conversion Ian, and a beautiful colour scheme with it. It captures the look of the 732 to perfection. I suppose John will be along soon and stick his oar in as well. <Sounds of a splash as the oar hits the water> Since you started yours, Boeing have developed and put into service the 748 and the Dreamliner. Just sayin' Cheers John 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Fabulous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widow 65 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Whao! that is truly an amazing 737 200! I recall heading to Spain in one of these back in the glory days of 1981! Fried breakfast and all ( although, that didn')t stay down too long.....) Great job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbag Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 That is a cracking conversion Ian, and a beautiful colour scheme with it. It captures the look of the 732 to perfection. <Sounds of a splash as the oar hits the water> Since you started yours, Boeing have developed and put into service the 748 and the Dreamliner. Just sayin' Cheers John I think the Triple Seven was just entering service Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Model Monkey Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Truly wonderful build! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Mc Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Lovely build. I have a part finished Airfix 200 sitting on my shelf of doom. I well remember BEC. It was one of the later 248ADV versions. The Airfix kit depicts a very early 737-200 with the blow in doors on the engine nacelles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountain goat Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Lovely. The better looking of 737s in my opinion and the Aer Lingus scheme suits it beautifully. Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Aer Lingus Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 Beautiful Thanks for sharing regards Eamonn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 Fantastic model! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 Beautiful job on your Baby Boeing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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