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Fantastic! Thanks for sharing. Keith

Great work - I always learn something from your posts, either historical or build tips.

Thanks for the original post regarding the hack. I was looking for a solution and it worked perfectly for me, much appreciated! Keith

Thanks for the link! Keith

Will the decal sheet be available for purchase also, for non-entrants? Keith

Very sad news indeed, I didn't know he was so gravely ill. I always enjoyed chatting with Rick when visiting his shop, both at the old and new location, when I was in Calgary. He will be missed.

One of the local hobby shops claims the retail price will be $350.00 CAD, if they can get any. The last time I saw one on their shelf (two years ago) it was about $220.00 retail. I reserved one from HLJ so I hope they get enough inventory to match the pre-orders. Even with $60.00 shipping cost it is still far cheaper than the local retail price.

You nailed it. Canada was also the first country in the world to formally recognize an independent Ukraine in 1991.

Which squadron?

Interesting photo of a Ukrainian MiG-29 supporting government "anti-terrorist" operations in Donbass (eastern Ukraine). Fully armed MiG-29 in the "Ukrainian Falcons" demonstration team paint scheme. Guess they wanted everyone to know which country it belonged to?

For what it's worth, I have been to Ukraine and specifically Crimea several times, including Simferopol, Sevastopol, Yalta, Yevpatoria, & Balaklava (I have family that live in Crimea and elsewhere in Ukraine). I was even invited as a guest once to attend the Russian Navy celebrations during Navy Day in Sevastopol, where Russian patriotism was in full display. Even though Crimea is within Ukraine's territorial boundary, when I visited I always felt that I had entered Russian territory, the historic ties are very strong. Still, Russia's heavy-handed approach to this situation will likely

Amazing job Rod, it does look like the real deal! :thumbsup:/> I spent a fantastic day at the Poltava Museum in August 2010. Keith

Thanks GreyGhost, I had a great day! Happy birthday to all the rest celebrating today also. :cheers:/>/> Keith

Excellent build and photos! Thanks for sharing with us. :thumbsup:/> Keith

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