Another nice set of markings from Starfighter Decals is this sheet for a pair ofE-2C+ Hawkeyes. The plus is due to the eight blade props that are more fuel efficient that the standard four blade versions. These are not Hawkeye 2000s as that mod includes a large antenna area on the central lower fuselage. For this set, you can use the Revell AG kit and upgrade props available from Starfighter. This sheet is to be used in conjunction with the kit decal sheet.

The first is from VAW-125 'Screwtops'. This is the CAG bird with a nice broad fuselage band and the large screw motif on the top of the rotodome.

The other is also a CAG bird, this time from VAW-124 'Bear Aces'. These markings are a bit more subdued than the others, but still very nice.

The ALPS printed decals are very nicely done and for those who have used these before, not a problem. I did notice that the yellow on the rescue arrows was slightly off register. New users should be advised that these are somewhat fragile in terms of scratching if over-handled and need to be cut out individually from the solid backing.

Thanks to www.starfighter-decals.com for the review sample.

January 2010

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