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Yes, it is a pity. According to F-16.net, the airframe is still flying. However, since 2014 it wears the standard grey paint scheme. The F-16 solo display team flew their last display in 2014 and was disbanded at the end of 2018 😞 Cheers, Markus

I can only concure to the above statements. It would be incredible in 1/32, it is even more astounding what level of detail you acchieve in 1/48. Cheers, Markus

I don't think so. It just doesn't look so bad from this perspective. Cheers, Markus

Interesting to see this build. Seems there is about the same amount of filling and sanding as for the Hasegawa kit. Cheers, Markus

Looking fantastic! Cheers, Markus

Thank you very much. I also like this colorfoul scheme. Markus

The aircraft is not yet in the display case section, because I decided to make alittle vignette. I ordered a grass mat from Polak models Elan13 pilot and mechanic figure: Cheers, Markus

Hi! While some Aires Stuff might have some fit issues, the exhaust nozzle for the P&W engines fits perfectly to the Tamiya kit. I used two sets, and both fit without any need for filler and sanding. Cheers, Markus

I haven't used the Aires pit, but as Manuel said it is alittle bit too short, which is noticeable at the front glare shield. The Avionix / Black Box pit on the other hand fits quite well and looks as spectacular. There is not much cutting required. I used it on my Tamiya Viper build and would recommend it. You can look up the build and the details here: Cheers, Markus

Thanks again. Cheers, Markus

Thank you for the input! So this jet was on cruise in this scheme as well? Cheers, Markus

Hi! I am planning to build the F/A-18E from VFA-31 with the anniversary scheme from 2010 (Bu. No. 166776): https://www.jetphotos.com/photo/6940106 I will use the Hasegawa kit and Aftterburner Decals sheet "East Coast Superbug CAGs". For reference, I only found pictures of the jet with completely empty pylons. On one picture it carries inert AIM-9Xs. Was this scheme just for airshows, or what would be a valid loadout for this aircraft? Thank you all for your input. Cheers, Markus

Thanks! Cheers, Markus

Here is the first picture of the finished aircraft: More to follow... Cheers, Markus

Thank you! I mainly used Alclad, white aluminium for the fuselage partrs, steel for the engine and the guns. Details were brush painted with Mr. MetalColor. For the rigging I used Tamiya Metallic Grey. Cheers, Markus