Archive for the ‘Helicopters’ Category

Academy 1/72 Apache AH-64A

Academy 1:72 Apache AH-64A

The Boeing AH-64 Apache is a four-blade, twin-engine attack helicopter with a tailwheel-type landing gear arrangement, and a tandem cockpit for a two-man crew. Originally, the Apache started life as the Model 77 developed by Hughes Helicopters for the United States Army’s Advanced Attack Helicopter program to replace the AH-1 Cobra, and was first flown [...]

Hasegawa Hughes 500MD Defender ‘IDF’

Hasegawa 1:48 scale 500MD Defender 'IDF'

The successful Hughes 500/MD 500 series began life in response to a US Army requirement for a light observation helicopter.Hughes’ Model 369 won the contest against competition from Bell and Hiller. The OH-6 Cayuse first flew in February 1963. The 500 series design features shock-absorbing landing skid struts, a turboshaft engine mounted at a 45-degree [...]

1/48 AH-1F Cobra from Revell Germany

Revell 1/48 AH-1F Cobra

This is my firts helicopter model kit in over 20 years. In fact, this was one of my 1st models back in the 80′s when it was boxed in the under Monogram brand. The mold has held great over the years and compared to other kits from the era, flash is kept at a minimum, [...]

2009-2013