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[757heklaaurora]

Nice models. That N111MD ended up going to FedEx as N601FE. It was retired and sent to VCV on April 30th.

Thanks! I’m disappointed I never got to see N601FE before it was retired

 

[Purpleplane]

Thanks! I’m disappointed I never got to see N601FE before it was retired

You're welcome. I was lucky enough to see it a few times.

 

[quanng]

A few new trijet models!

Delta Air Lines L-1011-100 N725DA from NG Models
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McDonnell Douglas MD-11 N111MD (first MD-11 built) from Phoenix
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FedEx DC-10-30 N318FE from Aeroclassics
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N318FE is the last DC-10 I saw before FedEx retired all of them at the end of last year

Wow that Delta L1011 is amazing for sure! At least you have got it as it rarely pops up these days.

 

[YesterAirlines]

Since it doesn't look like we'll be getting more than 6 Tu-154s per year from NG Models I'm more than happy to continue to pickup Phoenix versions. This latest addition is the 49th Tu-154 in my collection and comes courtesy of Kunal Chopra.

 

[1/400collector]

Since it doesn't look like we'll be getting more than 6 Tu-154s per year from NG Models I'm more than happy to continue to pickup Phoenix versions. This latest addition is the 49th Tu-154 in my collection and comes courtesy of Kunal Chopra.

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what brand has the best Tu-154 mould?

 

[YesterAirlines]

what brand has the best Tu-154 mould?

NG hands down but they aren't really using it. All the other 154 moulds are derived from the same original parent due to some nefarious behaviour back in 400's early days but Phoenix have updated the undercarriage the best. The somewhat complicated history is covered in my 154 mould review last updated in mid-2022:

Tupolev TU-154 1:400 Scale Mould Review

A review of the moulds available in 1:400 scale die-casts for the Tupolev TU-154

www.yesterdaysairlines.com

The moulds also get a comparison in the NG sample review:

Tupolev Tu-154 NG Model Samples Mould Detailed Review

A look at the new NG Models Sample for the Tupolev Tu-154B-2 and Tu-154M in 400 Scale

www.yesterdaysairlines.com

 

[Horizon]

Here’s my new 1:400 models. The first 4 I got for my bday at the Airplane Shop a week ago and the Delta 764, I just got a few days ago.

 

[1/400collector]

Here’s my new 1:400 models. The first 4 I got for my bday at the Airplane Shop a week ago and the Delta 764, I just got a few days ago.

Love that Condor

 

[Atlspotter]

Here’s my new 1:400 models. The first 4 I got for my bday at the Airplane Shop a week ago and the Delta 764, I just got a few days ago.

How’s the 764? I’ve been wondering about the gear height.

 

[LeoMuse747]

The new GJ Delta B767-400ER seems to be a good looking model!!!

 

[Steinar]

Postman knocked my door today, could have been Santa…..

Feels like X-mas today. Postman brought me 5 new 1:400 NG B737’s. One B738 and four Max9. All arrived intact and with cards.

 

[keji833]

Got my order from DiecastAirplaneStore after 4 months delay. Although I've ordered from elsewhere already, nonetheless they are stunning models. Funny enough the order for Her Art Here from westcoastdiecast was also delayed so I had to place a third order for those at Waffle, which means now I've got three copies of each, all keepers.

 

[Atlspotter]

Just received Gemini jets new delta 737-900er, the mold was definitely improved, but I have to return it because of a large paint smudge.

 

[B767Avia]

Just received Gemini jets new delta 737-900er, the mold was definitely improved, but I have to return it because of a large paint smudge.

What parts of the mould did you see improved?

 

[Atlspotter]

What parts of the mould did you see improved?

For one, the nose gear doors looked smaller, like in real life, and the antennas were fixed (I think)

 

[B767Avia]

For one, the nose gear doors looked smaller, like in real life, and the antennas were fixed (I think)

Interesting. Seems like GJ is finally starting to look into some of their issues. Mind taking some photos of those parts while we're at it? Thanks.

 

[quanng]

Another new parcel arrived after having been picked up by me from the merchant service. Introducing 3 new models to my collection:
- Again the Chinese passenger airline fleet has been expanded tremendously recently. Closest to our frame is the truly white China Eastern B737-79P B-2682 by PandaModels. I didn't have the intention to add this non-winglet 737NG so soon but seeing the stock dropped I purchased it. There are still many 737NG without winglets not made yet so I hope in the near future we can see more.
- A bit further is a more vibrant airframe from Zheijang-based carrier Loong Air A321-251NX by PandaModels. The A321NX door configurations interest me a lot. This airframe only has one pair of overwing exit activated (the 1st pair is deactivated). I wonder why for the plugged overwing exit pair on A321NX some airlines chose to have it at the first, the others for the 2nd pair. QC for PandaModels are great for me. Actually I prefer A321 made by PM than their counterpart.
- Like last arrival, there is a lone new widebody addition to my collection. This time is a modern example - Air Canada B777-333ER C-FIVW by AV400. Along with SQ, UA, LX from this release, my AC also got the overpolished blunt nose (I saw that another collector here on MAF luckily got the well-made version). From my perspective AV400 surely make nice models but the time from releases to reaching the shelfs is long.


The port-side with B-323U at the front.



The almost-perfect AC 77W - the 2nd Canadian aircraft in my collection (the first one is Westjet B789 NG)



Oh its Voldemort - a fellow collector commented when seeing this picture.

 

[NoAddedSalt]

First ever 1:400 scale model of mine. It is the NG models a330-200 of National Airlines.
The reason I chose this aircraft is because National turned a photo of mine of their a330 into an ad.
First impression of it, I was not expecting these models to be so heavy for how small they are

 

[keji833]

First ever 1:400 scale model of mine. It is the NG models a330-200 of National Airlines.
The reason I chose this aircraft is because National turned a photo of mine of their a330 into an ad.
First impression of it, I was not expecting these models to be so heavy for how small they are

Congrats on your first model! It's a stunner

 

[thiscooldude]

Got this from Hobbiestock