So I just finished reading Viper Pilot: A Memoir of Air Combat. Written by Dan Hampton, it tells of his career in the United States Air Force. Viper Pilot is one of those “can’t put it down” books. As an avid reader on all things military, it was a captivating glimpse into the life of an accomplished F-16CJ pilot.
After reading this book, I couldn’t help but to dig out one of my F-16’s and start building it. I am currently working on Academy’s 1/72 F-16C “Air National Guard” kit. I plan on building it straight from the box with the exception of photo etched seat belts. Also, I purchased a set of Two Bobs decals representing the Fighter Weapons School. I am about a third done with it and I must say it has been an easy build so far.
Sounds like a really good read. I’m putting it on my list. Thanks for the recommendation.
LikeLike
Thanks for visiting and the like of my post “January Frost Bite?”.
LikeLike
If you’ve not read it, I recommend a book called ‘Chickenhawk’ by Robert Mason – the story of a chopper pilot in the Vietnam War. it’s a great read.
LikeLike
I will add that to my list. Thanks.
LikeLike
Thanks for the like of ‘Home’. Interesting to see your blog – I love to fly in planes, but rarely read about them.
LikeLike
Thanks for stopping by my blog and liking my post.
LikeLike
thanks for liking my post and very interesting your…
LikeLike
Forgive the ignorant question, but what are photo etched seatbelts – and how will you incorporate them into your model?
LikeLike
It’s not at all an ignorant question. Photo etched parts are made of thin brass and are more detailed than their plastic counterparts. I put the seatbelts on the ejection seat.
LikeLike
Just popped by to say thanks for stopping in at my blog! Enjoy your aircraft!
LikeLike
Hello—thanks for swopping in on your airplane and liking my blog. I truly appreciate your support. Keep on writing/flying!—M
LikeLike
Hi – Thank you for liking my blog. Enjoy building!
LikeLike
Thanks for stopping by.
LikeLike
Thanks for liking my About April Blog. My hubby loves models, too.
LikeLike
Wow! Someone out there still builds model airplanes!! Am so happy it hasn’t become an extinct species. Way to go! Thanks as well for visiting my site http://llmerritt.wordpress.com and liking my post “A Hawk Begins the Celebration”. While suspect the image was not what you might have pictured, I’m still happy you clicked the button.
LikeLike
There are still model builders out there. Very few, but we are still building. Thanks for stopping by.
LikeLike