vc-10 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 ... so why can't we? I'd do it. One idea would be for an airline/aircraft that no longer flies, similar to the 'Gone but not Forgotten'. This would not allow something like a BA 747-400 in Landor, as BA still fly the -400, but it would allow a -200, as BA don't fly them anymore. Some other examples: Concorde! AA MD-11 Sabena 737 Pan Am DC-4 Delta Tristar TWA 767 See what I mean? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
camaroz06 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Sounds cool, I would like to do a "retrojet" build where you have a modern aircraft in classic colors Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GCA333 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 I was thinking something similar! A BA group build. You can build any plane that a company that became part of BA flew, a plane BA doesn't fly now, or a plane that they do fly, but not in that livery currently. EX: Union Flag Concorde-They don't operate the Concorde Landor 747-400- They don't use that livery anymore. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kstater94 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I LOVE it!!! Cheers John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carioca Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 We've been doing regular group builds here in Brazil. Only the themes were kind of broader ideas: first was the B737 (and we had nearly ALL the B737 family represented, it was great) and the current one (to be finished by mid november) is cargo planes. We are right in the middle of the voting process for the next theme - "Widebodies" are winning, one step ahead of "Trijets"... let's see what comes out. As for the current GB we have some amazing stuff, such as a DragonAir B747-300F (an Airfix kit fully corrected from every single original flaw it may have!), a KLM B747-400F, a B707, B727's , Antonov's, etc... Do it here, and i'll be glad to take part on it as well BEst regards Eduardo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Walker Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I'd be interested. I have a B737-300 I'd like to finish and a Zvezda Tu-154M that I just picked up recently. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vc-10 Posted October 2, 2008 Author Share Posted October 2, 2008 Any other ideas? I'll put up a poll with: 'Gone but not forgotten - Civie Street' British Airways Classics RetroJets Widebodies TriJets (but only if no one comes up with any more ideas Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Kev Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 You know, personally I'd just run with a generic airliner/civil aviation theme. Group Builds tend to work best, and attract the most participation, when they're not overly specific. And we're already talking about a modelling niche here, so narrowing it down again doesn't seem necessary or practical to me. Just my HO. Kev Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tony P Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 (edited) Didn't we try one years ago and no one showed up? I do like the idea. How about for ideas, Revell only or flights of fancy? Edited October 2, 2008 by Tony P Quote Link to post Share on other sites
flyfort17 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 You know, personally I'd just run with a generic airliner/civil aviation theme. Group Builds tend to work best, and attract the most participation, when they're not overly specific. And we're already talking about a modelling niche here, so narrowing it down again doesn't seem necessary or practical to me. Just my HO.Kev I agree. How about an any airliner group build? I'm in for that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Thrushcom Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 You know, personally I'd just run with a generic airliner/civil aviation theme. Group Builds tend to work best, and attract the most participation, when they're not overly specific. And we're already talking about a modelling niche here, so narrowing it down again doesn't seem necessary or practical to me. Just my HO.Kev I agree. I would love to participate in an airliner group build, but would like to build something I already have in my collection. If I have to buy decals or a kit to fit a specific theme....well I would do it, but many folks might not. A broader category of group build might attract builders that don't generally tackle civilian/airliner kits. It might give them the chance to build that one kit they have been kicking around the collection for a while. Once they try it they may discover what they have been missing. Thats essentially how I found airliner modelling, I think it could work for others as well! Chris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oldHooker Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I agree. How about an any airliner group build? I'm in for that. I second that. If it is or has been used for commercial air transport, it qualifies. I'm in! :D Take care, Frank Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theplasticsurgeon Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I've got a few airliners to build, so this will be the perfect excuse. Minicraft Boeing 707 TWA, Airfix VC10, with S&M British Airways decals, Minicraft Boeing 757-200RR, with aftermarket Iron Maiden decals. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carioca Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 How 'bout a 2-round poll for the themes? I vote "Trijets" should be included in the final poll, just 0,02... but love the idea. Best regards Eduardo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GCA333 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I still think BA history should be one. Generic is too boring. Trijets I also like! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GCA333 Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I will make a poll with all ideas suggested here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skidbuggy Posted October 2, 2008 Share Posted October 2, 2008 I'm all for a group build. I'd also love to see a flight of fancy group build too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Kev Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 I still think BA history should be one. Generic is too boring.Trijets I also like! Too boring? A fabulous selection of all types of civil aircraft in all kinds of livery is more boring than rows and rows of BA-only aircraft? I'm not overly interested in BA aircraft, and probably wouldn't participate if it came to that. Kev Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jenshb Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Those of you who would like to build airliners to the theme of Gone but not forgotten, why not just join the GBNF group build? Should it make sense to start a groupbuild, then you will need to choose a theme that isn't covered by anything else at the moment. Seeing that it is the world's most prolific airliner, Boeing 737 would be an interesting theme - and then I would allow all 737 derivatives too - including the P-8 as it shows the adaptability of the airframe. Imagine a groupbuild that could show the humble beginnings of the 737 prototype and then put it next to a 737-900, and liveries spanning the globe - that would drive the point home and put modelling into a wider context. Jens Quote Link to post Share on other sites
aaronacw Posted October 3, 2008 Share Posted October 3, 2008 Those of you who would like to build airliners to the theme of Gone but not forgotten, why not just join the GBNF group build? Should it make sense to start a groupbuild, then you will need to choose a theme that isn't covered by anything else at the moment. Seeing that it is the world's most prolific airliner, Boeing 737 would be an interesting theme - and then I would allow all 737 derivatives too - including the P-8 as it shows the adaptability of the airframe. Imagine a groupbuild that could show the humble beginnings of the 737 prototype and then put it next to a 737-900, and liveries spanning the globe - that would drive the point home and put modelling into a wider context.Jens Great idea! I have some 737s that need finishing and this looks like the ideal first airliner GB. Aaron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
vc-10 Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share Posted October 3, 2008 No more than 25% finished I hope Aaron! 737 sounds quite good. I might even try my first Cut'n'shunt to make a -700! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pttaa Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 We've been doing regular group builds here in Brazil.Only the themes were kind of broader ideas: first was the B737 (and we had nearly ALL the B737 family represented, it was great) and the current one (to be finished by mid november) is cargo planes. We are right in the middle of the voting process for the next theme - "Widebodies" are winning, one step ahead of "Trijets"... let's see what comes out. As for the current GB we have some amazing stuff, such as a DragonAir B747-300F (an Airfix kit fully corrected from every single original flaw it may have!), a KLM B747-400F, a B707, B727's , Antonov's, etc... Do it here, and i'll be glad to take part on it as well BEst regards Eduardo On AVIATION DERAM (the forum eduardo just mentioned), we are going to the third GB and so far look like will be widebody's. http://www.aviationdream.net/portal/index....5;topicseen#new CIVIL RULES, EVERYWHERE! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jester292 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I'd sign up, I have a 777 with British Airways "Hong Kong" markings I've really wanted to get working on... Aaron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GCA333 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Sounds cool. Shame the Minicraft kit is junk (my 777 has such a huge warp) Nice avatar, by the way! We are still waiting for the sub-forum. Otherwise, we are ready to go. I need to know who is interested, please contact me or Felix (VC-10) with what you would like to build. There is no limit! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trojan Thunder Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Sounds cool.Shame the Minicraft kit is junk (my 777 has such a huge warp) Nice avatar, by the way! We are still waiting for the sub-forum. Otherwise, we are ready to go. I need to know who is interested, please contact me or Felix (VC-10) with what you would like to build. There is no limit! So Gareth are you talking about the Gone but not Forgetten Airliner GB? I have a few in mind, will have to check the stash. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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