Phoenix Models April 2025 release hints

[Mark22]

Ah oops, I clicked on the link and the first result was a 76

 

[panda_CAT]

Ah oops, I clicked on the link and the first result was a 76

Hahahahaha I was too lazy to type , so I just copied it and it brought the link over.

 

[pons399]

Ooh, I’ve been waiting for an SQ 345

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

Fantastic Topical set of releases
As usual - PHX is always the earliest to announce many of these.

4 Quadjets coming my way for sure
And if it looks right, the Maldivian

Otherwise many others I will wait for from elsewhere

 

[pommy80]

Old livery Virgin A340-6. Happy with that one.

 

[LeoMuse747]

Bit of a letdown to see the Iberia A340. I could swear it would be an Air Comet
By the way, I wasn't expecting a Finnair MD-80 at all. I didn't know Phoenix (still) had the mould.

Anyways, Phoenix still have the best releases out there! Fantastic work!

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

Bit of a letdown to see the Iberia A340. I could swear it would be an Air Comet

As much as I too would love an Air Comet (I was the first to suggest this here on the thread Hehe), I welcome the Iberia, frankly.

Iberia was a significant long-term A343 operator, along with LH.

We've had a GJ version a few years ago on the poor GJ/JC mould (which I also own a copy of), and iirc there's not been a PHX version in a long time, if at all.

There's a Hogan version I think, which I too probably have - I'm not too sure now (I need to really document my collection now properly lol).

And I don't think there ever was a Panda version.
Recently there was an Aeroclassics version, but that one's kinda obsolete imo unfortunately - no aerials etc, landing gear makes the fuselage sit flat and not nose down, besides them not being so detailed, plus the average print details and QC. After much contemplation, I didn't pick it up.

Thus this makes it a much needed release or re-release if you like, on a Modern mould - the best one currently available.

 

[LeoMuse747]

As much as I too would love an Air Comet (I was the first to suggest this here on the thread Hehe), I welcome the Iberia, frankly.

Iberia was a significant long-term A343 operator, along with LH.

We've had a GJ version a few years ago on the poor GJ/JC mould (which I also own a copy of), and iirc there's not been a PHX version in a long time, if at all.

There's a Hogan version I think, which I too probably have - I'm not too sure now (I need to really document my collection now properly lol).

And I don't think there ever was a Panda version.
Recently there was an Aeroclassics version, but that one's kinda obsolete imo unfortunately - no aerials etc, landing gear makes the fuselage sit flat and not nose down, besides them not being so detailed, plus the average print details and QC. After much contemplation, I didn't pick it up.

Thus this makes it a much needed release or re-release if you like, on a Modern mould - the best one currently available.

Yes, great points! It's indeed a very welcome release, in the end

 

[Aircrafter93]

I cannot believe I’m finally seeing an Air Pacific 767-300 in the 90s scheme. I must be dreaming. I just wish it was on the Panda mould but definitely getting this one!

 

[JJ Skippy]

Great release for sure. I’m interested in the BoA A330 since I saw her tail at MIA a few months ago. I don’t know what I’m going to do with the Delta 100 Years models, because NG just announced theirs, Panda has theirs announced too, I thought AV400 was doing the A350 (though wouldn’t be surprised if they do that, if they haven’t announced it yet), and then Gemini Jets will likely announce theirs in a timely manner.

Lot of options to consider on that front but I need to keep saving up! Just ordered a few models last night so I need to stop spending.

 

[abdulmohiuddin]

The Russian State Transport Il-96-400M for me from this batch. The rest are good, but I personally don't have much interest in them. The amount of Delta 100 Year specials from everyone is amusing, means everyone can get a copy of the model!

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

The amount of Delta 100 Year specials from everyone is amusing, means everyone can get a copy of the model

Haha yeah it's a surefire seller and reminiscent of the TeamUSA#2 and the LA28 DL special schemes that were released / announced by all. Panda's A350 hadn't been released at the time lol

 

[BHD]

This batch is pretty nice the two Swiss models are perfect Also that Air Pacific livery is very flamboyant looks like Liquorice allsorts
Iberia a340 is acceptable but air comet would have been better.

 

[RLjb77]

love this set of releases. will be ordering the following:
1. Swiss A330 (flown ZRH-YYZ) - was unable to find the previous NG release for sale after flying in oct 2024
2. Edelweiss A320 (flown ZRH - Santorini)
3. Finnair MD-82 (can't get enough mad dogs from 1990s-2000s)
4. VarigLog MD-11 (always a soft spot for any Brazilian tri-holer)
5. Russia Il-96-400 (interesting` story that it was converted from freighter back into passenger carrying VVIP duty)

 

[Jazajia]

Bit of a letdown to see the Iberia A340. I could swear it would be an Air Comet
By the way, I wasn't expecting a Finnair MD-80 at all. I didn't know Phoenix (still) had the mould.

Anyways, Phoenix still have the best releases out there! Fantastic work!

I don't recall any black nosed Iberia A343 in 1:400 scale, so this is most welcomed. I think Phoenix themselves didn't know they still had their MD-80 mold. It'd be nice to see it with updated gear and antennas, could very well overshadow JC's.

 

[Jazajia]

As much as I too would love an Air Comet (I was the first to suggest this here on the thread Hehe), I welcome the Iberia, frankly.

Iberia was a significant long-term A343 operator, along with LH.

We've had a GJ version a few years ago on the poor GJ/JC mould (which I also own a copy of), and iirc there's not been a PHX version in a long time, if at all.

There's a Hogan version I think, which I too probably have - I'm not too sure now (I need to really document my collection now properly lol).

And I don't think there ever was a Panda version.
Recently there was an Aeroclassics version, but that one's kinda obsolete imo unfortunately - no aerials etc, landing gear makes the fuselage sit flat and not nose down, besides them not being so detailed, plus the average print details and QC. After much contemplation, I didn't pick it up.

Thus this makes it a much needed release or re-release if you like, on a Modern mould - the best one currently available.

Aeroclassics released another Iberia A343 not long ago, but none have been in the delivery markings.

 

[Jazajia]

Great release for sure. I’m interested in the BoA A330 since I saw her tail at MIA a few months ago. I don’t know what I’m going to do with the Delta 100 Years models, because NG just announced theirs, Panda has theirs announced too, I thought AV400 was doing the A350 (though wouldn’t be surprised if they do that, if they haven’t announced it yet), and then Gemini Jets will likely announce theirs in a timely manner.

GJ has been on an SM campaign about their relationship with Delta all last week, so you bet they will also announce them. I will only be stocking the Panda offerings though... talk about market flooding.

NG probably will do okay since there are a lot of collectors who automatically assume that anything with the NG logo on it is the best. GJ will probably also do well selling through the Delta store and other official channels. I guess that leaves Panda and Phoenix aiming for people "in-the-know," and I think Panda will be the winner here.

 

[planes_on_a_shelf]

Aeroclassics released another Iberia A343 not long ago

Yep I did mention that

but none have been in the delivery markings

Yessssss which makes this a first time in 1:400! And that black nose tip really adds that little bit extra!

I'm thrilled to see 3 A340 variants in one release set! And with the il-96-4, that's a fabulous quad of quadjets! These 4 are definitely coming home.

I already own a previous large titles SQ A345 from PHX -an earlier release from almost a decade or so ago, though lacking aerials. So will be glad to add my third SQ A345!

 

[Jazajia]

Yep I did mention that

My bad, it was too far down the post and I have a short attention span.

 

[JJ Skippy]

Text list if anyone is interested.

04639 Delta Airbus A321neo N589DT 100 Years
04640 Singapore Airlines Airbus A340-500 9V-SGC
04641 Delta Airbus A350-900 N527DN 100 Years
04642 Qantas Airbus A380 VH-OQF
04643 JAL Boeing 737-800 JA317J
11965 Etihad Airways Boeing 787-10 A6-BMG
11982 Edelweiss Airbus A320 HB-JJL
11983 Boliviana de Aviación Airbus A330-200 CP-3214 Jaguar Tail
11984 Maldivian Airlines Airbus A330-200 8Q-IAB
11985 Swiss Airbus A330-300 HB-JHF
11986 Iberia Airbus A340-300 EC-GLE
11987 Virgin Atlantic Airbus A340-600 G-VYOU
11988 Garuda Indonesia Boeing 737-800 PK-GUG TAHILALATS Ben’s World
11989 Air Pacific Boeing 767-300ER DQ-FJC
11990 T’Way Air Boeing 777-300ER HL8706
11991 Uzbekistan Government Boeing 787-8 UK001
11992 TAAG Angola Airlines Boeing 787-9 D2-TEQ
11993 Comac C919 B-001F House Colors
11994 Russia Air Force IL-96-400
11995 Varig Log McDonnell Douglas MD-11F PR-LGE
11996 Finnair McDonnell Douglas MD-80 OH-LMT