Winnie Posted January 1, 2023 Posted January 1, 2023 Planning to build the Trumpy A-6A in 32nd, with AOA decals for the movie Flight of the Intruder. I plan to fictionalize the fictionalized A-6E's used in the movie by Using the proper painting of the A with proper stencils, and then use the AOA decals for the movie airplane with the AOA A-6A stencils. I MAY try to cut masks for the fictional "USS Shiloh" from the book. I read the book to shreds when I was young, and I still enjoy both it and the sequel. So here's to Jake Grafton and Tiger Cole, Keep the faith shipmate! UNfondled plastic... highly unusual in my stash! and I've had the kit since before the "rona" 'Stickers' Thanks! 12
BlrwestSiR Posted January 1, 2023 Posted January 1, 2023 I remember reading the book as well. The sequel Final Flight wasn't too bad either. Nice idea on doing the movie version of the plane. Carl 5
mark31 Posted January 1, 2023 Posted January 1, 2023 OOOOO boy a A-6A i have to follow this have one in the stash Have fun i have my seat ready here Mark 4
ScottsGT Posted January 1, 2023 Posted January 1, 2023 Same here. It’s on my “Must build in ‘23” list. 4
Landlubber Mike Posted January 1, 2023 Posted January 1, 2023 Cool! Have always liked the looks of these. 4
GazzaS Posted January 2, 2023 Posted January 2, 2023 I was impressed by the A-6 when I saw them in El Toro. At that time, the F-18 was just coming in. 4
Jackster Posted January 6, 2023 Posted January 6, 2023 I love the A6, never seen one for real though. I built the Hobbyboss in 1/48, great kit would love to try in 1/32. Cheers Kev 4
Winnie Posted January 26, 2023 Author Posted January 26, 2023 Been quiet, but there is movement! No images as the ones I got were completely out of focus, but whatevs. Cockpit is soon done! just need decals on IP. Then the fuselage can be completed. Cheers H 7
Winnie Posted January 26, 2023 Author Posted January 26, 2023 Obviously some weathering on the seats to come, as well as decals on seat and ip. Intakes need some work, then we slap together... 10
Jackster Posted January 26, 2023 Posted January 26, 2023 A great start H, looking very good! Cheers Kev 3
Peterpools Posted January 26, 2023 Posted January 26, 2023 Nice work on the front office and exhaust. Surely stating to look the part. 3
Winnie Posted February 1, 2023 Author Posted February 1, 2023 In a conundrum.. Folded or straight wings? Anybody have thoughts on this? Model is quite large, and I can keep the wings "detachable"... Tough decision for sure. I really like the look with the boards cracked and full flaps.... 4
BlrwestSiR Posted February 1, 2023 Posted February 1, 2023 That is a tough one. I usually prefer my models with the wing unfolded unless I'm building more than one of them. Maybe detachable is the way to go if they can stay in place unfolded? 4
Martinnfb Posted February 1, 2023 Posted February 1, 2023 Tough indeed, I love the look of A-6 in any configuration. 6
KevinM Posted February 3, 2023 Posted February 3, 2023 Now that green camo perked my interest never seen that before Martin. 3
Winnie Posted February 3, 2023 Author Posted February 3, 2023 They are certainly lovely with everything out... 5
GazzaS Posted February 3, 2023 Posted February 3, 2023 When I was a new Marine stationed temporarily at El Toro, the A-6's were flying around, doing touch-and-gos, and all of that other stuff. And one thing that struck me, was that while they were banking with the forward flaps deployed, how very red the primer colored areas looked. Really stunning with the solid gray color. 4
KevinM Posted February 17, 2023 Posted February 17, 2023 I watched a video on this aircraft the other night quite an impressive little crate. 6
Winnie Posted March 4, 2023 Author Posted March 4, 2023 So, small victories. Just dryfit, but I couldn't help myself... Going to paint some subassemblies, and work on other bits and get seats and such finished. Enjoy! 3
Winnie Posted March 31, 2023 Author Posted March 31, 2023 Don't worry, the Iron Tadpole isn't forgotten! Small progresses made. Going to try to mate the engines today, before I go away for 2 weeks. Cheers! 8
PanzerWomble Posted April 1, 2023 Posted April 1, 2023 Thats looking good - how's the kit Winnie , is it a Trumpy A or B team effort ? Must admit a fondness for the old Intruder and Prowler. What great names and great looking aircraft ! 1
Winnie Posted April 1, 2023 Author Posted April 1, 2023 In my opinion it's an A-team effort for sure. Solid steel undercarriage... Details are good and not overstated and the fit so far has been ok. There will be some filler needed under the intakes, and typical Trumpeter every single hatch that can be opened is... But I give it a strong B- so not altogether bad. 8
Winnie Posted April 15, 2023 Author Posted April 15, 2023 Got back a couple days ago from run one of away-duties. so slapped some paint on the undercarriage and engines. the engines will be clsoed in so not much to be seen, but there are 2 holes in the cowl. a bit of practice for me then! Still lots of detail parts to go through. Cheers Harald 5 1
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