Scotsman07 Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 I present my Revell Airbus A321neo in the Hawaiian livery N202HA. Pualani looks truly stunning on this striking livery, with a vibrant blend of colour, it truly is the ‘flower of the sky’. This lovely bird is powered by the Pratt & Whitney PurePower Geared Turbofan (GTF) engines, and with Airbus’s latest aerodynamics it makes the A321neo one of the most fuel efficient aircraft in the series. They are used on routes from the Hawaiian Islands to the West coast of the USA in a 2 class configuration with its ETOPS rating. The build was OOB with the decals coming from Jon at 8A Decals and Authentic Airliners. The Revell A321neo kit is excellent, and I like the changes they have made to the original A321 kit. With the cockpit canopy, it helps provide a better fit and is a lot less fiddlier, the etching detailing is a lot more detailed as well, and the 3D door skirts is a nice feature. The wing box assembly is also very similar to the Zvezda Airbus kits, and this also helps to eliminate the need for trimming, fitting and adjusting as required. I also like the new way of attaching the horizontal stabilisers, it helps to provide a much better and cleaner fit all round. The kit comes with both the Pratt & Whitney GTF and the CFM Leap engine options, and also 3 different satcom antennas (although Hawaiian doesn’t have one on their current A321neo fleet). The paints used were Halfords Appliance White for the fuselage & Engine Nacelles, Holts Grey for the Wings and stabs and my own blend of Revell Aqua 374 for the coroguard. The metals and tyres are a mix of Revell Aqua colours. The decals are truly stunning with a high attention to detail, and very vibrant colours. They fit excellently to the model, and really help to bring this ship to life. The Revell kit decals are as excellent as usual from Daco. I think this may be one of my favourite models I’ve made, and it’s inspiring me to build more of the Neo kits. As always thank you for looking and all comments and constructive feedback are always welcome. Regards, Alistair 40 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DennisTheBear Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 That is stunningly beautiful @Scotsman07! Truly a work of art. DennisTheBear 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinky coffeeboat Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 Beautiful NEO and an eye catching colour scheme too. My A321NEO has stalled a bit due to the less than wonderful fit of the clear flight deck cap - mine seemed to be too narrow at the edges so I've had to build up the sides with filler and that has sapped my enthusiasm a bit. Other than that, it is a pretty decent kit. I like the colour scheme. How well did it fit aroud the back end? Jeff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman07 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 5 hours ago, DennisTheBear said: That is stunningly beautiful @Scotsman07! Truly a work of art. DennisTheBear Thank you very much, that’s a really great compliment to hear about the build. Alistair 1 hour ago, pinky coffeeboat said: Beautiful NEO and an eye catching colour scheme too. My A321NEO has stalled a bit due to the less than wonderful fit of the clear flight deck cap - mine seemed to be too narrow at the edges so I've had to build up the sides with filler and that has sapped my enthusiasm a bit. Other than that, it is a pretty decent kit. I like the colour scheme. How well did it fit aroud the back end? Jeff Hey Jeff I must admit i did find the cockpit canopy to be slightly awkward to fit, and some filling was required so I feel your pain. I agree, it is an alright kit, and an improvement on the old, but tiring, faithful Airbus kits from Revell. It was a pretty good fit to be fair... the Microset helped to soften the decal enough to conform to the fuselage. It’s probably not perfect but it’s blended well. What scheme have you opted for on your A321neo? Regards, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 Fantastic finish, lovely build. We fly to Hawaii (American, same plane I believe) with certain regularity, and they really stand out on the tarmac. You have done a very neat job there. Cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busnproplinerfan Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 Have to some of my airliners built. This one is excellent, like the tarmac or apron, whatever it's called to. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinky coffeeboat Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 (edited) Hi Al, Thanks for providing reassurance that I wasn't being clumsy with the flight deck cap! My NEO will hopefully wear the garish green of S7 Airlines. I'm currently trying to decide on the correct shades of green. Jeff Edited February 11, 2020 by pinky coffeeboat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael51 Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 Alistair, It looks superb. That livery is one of the brightest in the sky - without being tacky. Michael 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abandoned Project Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 A fabulous A321 there Sir. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 Hi Alistair. Unless I'm much mistaken you take the prize for the first completed A321 Neo on Britmodeller and what an absolute beauty! Jon really does make some lovely decals and you have certainly got the best out of the gorgeous Hawaiian scheme. My Neo is still in its box but it should emerge in SATA Air Açores livery in due course. Glad to hear that it is largely a problem-free build. Dave G 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skodadriver Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 2 hours ago, pinky coffeeboat said: .... My NEO will hopefully wear the garish green of S7 Airlines. I'm currently trying to decide on the correct shades of green. Jeff That's something to look forward to Jeff. If you haven't seen it this might help your search for the colour. I was amazed to discover that the current and previous S7 schemes were both designed by Landor Associates of British Airways grey/dark blue fame! Dave G 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman07 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 3 hours ago, Moa said: Fantastic finish, lovely build. We fly to Hawaii (American, same plane I believe) with certain regularity, and they really stand out on the tarmac. You have done a very neat job there. Cheers Thank you very much, my Wife is very jealous, that’s her dream destination one day if we ever get there. Regards, Alistair 3 hours ago, busnproplinerfan said: Have to some of my airliners built. This one is excellent, like the tarmac or apron, whatever it's called to. Thank you very much, you are right, it is the apron 😃. I look forward to seeing your airliner builds in the future 😃. Regards, Alistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman07 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 2 hours ago, pinky coffeeboat said: Hi Al, Thanks for providing reassurance that I wasn't being clumsy with the flight deck cap! My NEO will hopefully wear the garish green of S7 Airlines. I'm currently trying to decide on the correct shades of green. Jeff I really like the S7 scheme and was very tempted to do a build myself, but like you struggled to match the green shades. I look forward to seeing your finished model 😀. Regards, Alistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman07 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 1 hour ago, Michael51 said: Alistair, It looks superb. That livery is one of the brightest in the sky - without being tacky. Michael Hi Michael Thank you 😀. No that doesn’t sound tacky I know what you mean. It’s a lovely scheme, with just enough colour and detail, without being too flamboyant. Regards, Alistair 1 hour ago, Abandoned Project said: A fabulous A321 there Sir. Thank you 👍🏻 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman07 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 17 minutes ago, Skodadriver said: Hi Alistair. Unless I'm much mistaken you take the prize for the first completed A321 Neo on Britmodeller and what an absolute beauty! Jon really does make some lovely decals and you have certainly got the best out of the gorgeous Hawaiian scheme. My Neo is still in its box but it should emerge in SATA Air Açores livery in due course. Glad to hear that it is largely a problem-free build. Dave G Hi Dave, Thank you very much. Oh wow that’s a cool prize to receive, do I get a trophy 🏆 😂? He really does produce some great decals, I want one of ever sheet in his collection, if I only had the space to display them all. I am really looking forward to seeing your completed A321neo in that excellent livery. Regards, Alistair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fjaweijfopi4j48 Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 16 minutes ago, Scotsman07 said: that’s her dream destination one day if we ever get there. Regards, Alistair It's much easier (i.e. affordable) from here. From California, Hawaii is a (very forceful) stone throw away. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman07 Posted February 11, 2020 Author Share Posted February 11, 2020 3 minutes ago, Moa said: It's much easier (i.e. affordable) from here. From California, Hawaii is a (very forceful) stone throw away. Haha... can we come and stay with you then 😃. From the UK it’s a hell of a journey, connect either through Vegas or LAX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinky coffeeboat Posted February 11, 2020 Share Posted February 11, 2020 1 hour ago, Skodadriver said: That's something to look forward to Jeff. If you haven't seen it this might help your search for the colour. I was amazed to discover that the current and previous S7 schemes were both designed by Landor Associates of British Airways grey/dark blue fame! Dave G 1 hour ago, Scotsman07 said: I really like the S7 scheme and was very tempted to do a build myself, but like you struggled to match the green shades. I look forward to seeing your finished model 😀. Regards, Alistair Gulp, the pressure!! I'll have a good read of the liked article Dave and take on-board any suggestions - I was looking at the Molotow website a few days ago a saw some likely contenders for the green. It's still a few weeks away from finishing as I've got 9 other models in the final stages of completion. Jeff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesModeller Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Looks stunning Alistair! Just got the same kit. Nice and crisp! Unfortunately Hermes trashed the box whilst taking five days to deliver a next day delivery parcel. The kit is ok save for a couple of pieces that have come off the sprue. The decal sheet has a hole punched in the ‘NEO’ decal that is meant to go underneath the fuselage. currently debating whether to return it, ask Revell for a new decal sheet or hunt for aftermarket decals. Thinking about the latter. I see 8A have a handful including the stunning Hawaiian set you have used but other than that A321neo decals are thin on the ground. Whatever happens, if it’s even half as good as yours i’ll be happy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotsman07 Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 9 hours ago, BluesModeller said: Looks stunning Alistair! Just got the same kit. Nice and crisp! Unfortunately Hermes trashed the box whilst taking five days to deliver a next day delivery parcel. The kit is ok save for a couple of pieces that have come off the sprue. The decal sheet has a hole punched in the ‘NEO’ decal that is meant to go underneath the fuselage. currently debating whether to return it, ask Revell for a new decal sheet or hunt for aftermarket decals. Thinking about the latter. I see 8A have a handful including the stunning Hawaiian set you have used but other than that A321neo decals are thin on the ground. Whatever happens, if it’s even half as good as yours i’ll be happy! Thank you very much 😀. It is a really nice kit and I’m sorry to hear of your experience with the delivery of the kit. I had an A319 arrive damaged from Amazon, they were excellent, they replaced the whole kit at no extra expense to myself. I highly recommend the decals from 8A, I think with the Neo kits being quite new on the market, their aren’t many decals available but I reckon that will pick up. I hope you enjoy building yours and I look forward to seeing it in RFI in the future 👍🏻. Regards, Alistair 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbofan Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Hi Alistair, What a lovely model in a smart livery! The grey leaves on the fuselage must be a new addition I'm sure their 767s didn't have them. Glad to hear the 8a decals work well, I wouldn't mind getting some of his sets but not got around to it yet. Also want to get the new Revell Neo kits too. I nearly got an A321 at a recent model show but didn't, I wish I had because it looks nice. Might wait until the A320 comes out with undercarriage though. Not that I need any more A320s! What colour paint did you use for the ring just in front of the fans? Cheers, Ian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 That is lovely, nice job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesModeller Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 2 hours ago, Scotsman07 said: Thank you very much 😀. It is a really nice kit and I’m sorry to hear of your experience with the delivery of the kit. I had an A319 arrive damaged from Amazon, they were excellent, they replaced the whole kit at no extra expense to myself. I highly recommend the decals from 8A, I think with the Neo kits being quite new on the market, their aren’t many decals available but I reckon that will pick up. I hope you enjoy building yours and I look forward to seeing it in RFI in the future 👍🏻. Regards, Alistair Going to keep an eye on the 8A site. Will be a while before I get around to building it. Got an A319, A380 and a 777 on the (very slow) production line. Hopefully there will be new decals out by then.... And hopefully the A320neo with an undercarriage! Meanwhile, I look forward to seeing what you roll out next! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme H Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Wonderful scheme, and done so very well 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo Alpha Yankee Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Very nice work there Alistair, I hope to see these one NEOs in the flesh later in the year when I trip to Honolulu again. The Hawaiian scheme is rather elegant IMHO. I have an A330 to do in the previous Hawaiian scheme to represent an aircraft we flew on a couple of years ago. I hope it turns out as nice as yours. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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