Like the Defiant, the Typhoon build was another lower detailed Airfix kit. It held the same characteristics of the Defiant throughout the build. They just about mirrored each other until the end. The build itself was pleasant the whole way through. Even though the quality wasn’t there, I really can’t complain when they go well. No headaches make for a good build anytime.
I chose to go with the desert scheme to represent Britains involvment in North Africa. I know I say it all the time, but I really need to pay more attention to this aspect of WWII. I am thinking of a B-24 next or a P-40. Or both. Maybe I will do some research and begin another theme build on the war in North Africa.
I am learning to accept Airfix’s downfalls while seeing their strengths at the same time. I have learned to be more accepting of them after the Defiant and Typhoon. While they are not my first choice, they certainly aren’t my last. Besides, after Mister Craft’s Su-22 nightmare, anything is better.
Nice weathering work there. Cheers, HC
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Thank you!
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I didn’t know the Hawker Typhoon was used in North Africa.
I will have to look into this.
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http://www.hyperscale.com/2010/galleries/typhoondesertartworkab_1.htm
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http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/No._451_Squadron_RAAF
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I really didn’t know they were used until I saw the decals.
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Great job. Very realistic!
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Thank you!
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Very nice and unusual choice! I’m pretty only a couple Typhoons were painted this way as part an operational trials test, it’s definitely fun to see.
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Thank you! I came across an article that said they did three aircraft in this scheme. I think it looks pretty good this way.
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I love the typhoon. The engine spinned counter clockwise from what I remember, making it an interesting aircraft. It also had quite a bit of firepower
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I always liked the huge air intake on it. With four 20mm cannons, I wouldn’t want to be anywhere but behind them!
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Yeah! Love the firepower, just tore up the Luftwaffe. The intake is pretty good, and its nice for its engine. It certainly is a great plane, although not as popular as the Spitfire
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Yeah, I think the Spitfire will always reign supreme. But the Typhoon is still much loved.
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Yes. It was a good airplane. Its kinda like the Hellcat and the Corsair, though on a larger degree. Everyone praises the Hellcat, while the Corsair (which is my fave) just doesn’t get as much recognition as the “zero Killer”. Love all these planes
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I’m with you, Corsair all the way!
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You know it’s funny. I looked at the pics first before reading. I was thinking the model quality wasn’t the same. Idly, I thought it reminded me of an Airfix kit. Then I read the text. Wow. I guess I can really call them! Your part was awesome as always. I didn’t know Typhoons served in the desert. Presently, I’m building out my MTO modification for my StrikeFighters combat sim. I’ve been flying over the desert a lot lately.
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Thank you and good call! I paid $4.00 for the kit so I guess I got my moneys worth out of it. I was unaware of their use until I bought two different sets of Typhoon decals that had a desert scheme included in them. I may pick up the Academy kit to give it another shot.
I’m a Play Station guy myself. I have a few games but I always get bored with the actual missions and just want to go off flying.
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Oh no! Not more hawks!!! 🙂
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