Sheet:

Aeromaster 48-043: Mosquito FB.VI collection

Units: Various

Price

$5.00 when new in 1993

Reviewer:

Scott Van Aken

For those who like the Mossie, this is a very nice sheet for the popular FB.VI version. The suggested kits are the Monogram and Airfix kits. I can tell you that of the two, the Airfix kit is considered the better. Monogram apparently made the fin too small, among a few other glitches. Nowadays, most will go for the much better Tamiya version, though it is a rather pricey kit so not all will want to spend the loot on it. The Airfix kit is still rather nice so shouldn't be overlooked.

First plane is one of those leased to BOAC for high speed courier and high priority parts runs to Sweden. There is no armament on this plane in keeping with the civil registration. Colors are standard Dark Green/Ocean Grey over silver. It also carries slipper tanks on the wings.

Next is a 418 Sq plane in Dark Green/Medium Sea Grey over Black with D-Day stripes on the lower fuselage.

From 1672 Conversion Unit comes this Mossie in Dark Green/Ocean Grey over Medium Sea Grey aircraft. This aircraft has SEAC roundels.

Finally, a 143 Sq aircraft in late war colors of Extra Dark Sea Grey uppers over Sky. Spinner has white stripes/tip.

There are enough insignia for any one aircraft plus the BOAC version.

Review sheet courtesy of me.

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