For their first 1/32 scale foray, MAW chooses two options from their first 1/48 and 1/72 sheet on F-18Ds. You have the superb Academy kit on which to use this sheet. Both of these are squadron commander's planes. The VMFA-224 'Fighting Bengals' aircraft has a black fin with tiger striped rudder. The one from VMFA-533 has a dark blue tail and centerline tank.

This is a double sheet. as much due to the size needed as anything. I should point out that there is nothing missing. The VMFA-533 aircraft's markings are in solid white.

A very nice bonus is the inclusion of a CD that includes walk-arounds of these two aircraft as well as planes from VMFA-224 and various other F-18C/Ds. Load outs are included on this bonus CD and it is really a worthwhile addition to this decal sheet.

The instructions are well done and in full color.  Insignia and data are included for both aircraft.

Overall a fine sheet and my thanks to MAW Decals for the review sample. You can get yours direct from the link above. Free shipping in US. International orders e-mail them at mawdecals@vfdecals.com for rates.

August 2006

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