1/60 Fairey Battle started December 2023

[Boomerang]

 This has been started .

 I thought that a challenge with this one would be moulding a canopy.

 To that end I've made a vac form box.
 Used a no longer required bamboo box and some ply off cuts picked up in hardware store for Nil $.

 There is a lot of info and how to's on the net.

 The picture shows the box . First attempt on the left - too hot. 2nd attempt - applied a bit of heat at the end -oops. Using repurposed plastic from the recycling.

Cheers
 Gordon

[lastvautour]

I am watching with interest.

Lou

[Olli]

I am watching with interest.

Me too

[Gearup]

It is certainly a large canopy.

[Boomerang]

 It is a bit of a challenge. Just need to be a bit more deft with heating.
 The first two attempts are encouraging.

 I've found a couple of Australian aircrew involved in the Battle of France flying the Battle.

 There were a couple Canadians as well as New Zealanders.

 Bit more research required.

 Gordon

[lastvautour]

The RCAF has 740 Battles in training roles.

Lou

[Boomerang]

 This is where the Battle is at.

 Need to trim the canopy slightly.

 Cheers

 Gordon

[lastvautour]

Awesome canopy work.

Lou

[Gearup]

The canopy surly is a defining feature on the Fairey. I think the clear canopy will add to the model.
Fraser

[Boomerang]

 No further progress on this. Time available being applied o the BAT.

 Gordon