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Douglass A-26B Invader
The capable Invader was among the last new types to see service during World War II. We’ll take a quick look at one from the last summer of the War.
Grumman Hellcat Mk II
The Hellcat was well regarded for carrier service during the War. Let’s look at an example that flew for the Royal Navy.
Mitsubishi A6M2-K Zero
This twist on the Zero hadn’t initially been planned for, but there proved to be a big need to fill. Let’s take a look at a 2-seat Zero.
Avia B-534 IV Series
Obviously a product of an earlier era. This plane was well into obsolescence when the Second World War broke out, yet it served almost to the end. Let’s take a quick look at a minor type, that is symbol of … Continue reading
Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-6
1943 was the pinnacle of German air defense. A brief period where the Luftwaffe owned the skies, and Allied bombers entered it only at extreme peril. Let’s take a look at one colorful combatant from the period of German domination.
North American AT-6A Texan
Certainly one of the best known Advanced Trainers of the War. Let’s take a quick look at a common sight at a stateside AAF base.
North American P-51D Mustang
Let’s take another look at the ubiquitous symbol of 8th Fighter Command’s domination, as flown by a successful and interesting pilot.
In Progress…
It’s been a while since I’ve had anything new to share! It’s summer, we’re busy, etc. Almost makes me miss the Covid Years. Almost. I just wanted to say, things are coming along! Time permitting, the Mustang should be done … Continue reading
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Theme Build 6
Trainers Another theme I likely have little need to introduce. But you all know, I will anyway… Every nation needed aircraft designed for training. This isn’t quite the “duh” comment that, well, that it actually is. In the early days … Continue reading
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Sd.Kfz.234/2 Puma
A late-War armored car saw service from 1943 to the end. Let’s take a quick look at the Wehrmacht’s ultimate Armored Car.
Plane Dave 