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[planes_on_a_shelf]

The Iberia MD-88 turned out wonderfully, bar some minor alignment issues with the cockpit and MD-88 titles on the engine.

could you take a pic of this please?

but I feel it is a fair trade off for the ability to remove the gear and display "inflight".

Agreed! The exclusive SU scheme on the A350s look gorgeous too. I have the very first Av400 release of this scheme - from 2020 I think
Yes, Av400s printing could further improve for sure - they're already doing a good job of it and are amongst the best - perhaps after NG & PM
PHX is catching up in many ways too

The Aeroflot Tu-134 was simply an excuse to get another Tu-134, I could not help myself.

Hahah! You're not alone let me tell you that!

Additionally, how's the PHX SU A333 in the background - the one with the 100yrs sticker? I've been thinking of getting this.

 

[Steinar]

Got my hands on an old Aeroclassics. Alitalia DC-9-32 I-DIKC from 2006.
Just love those old Aeroclassics DC-9's

 

[abdulmohiuddin]

could you take a pic of this please?

Sure!


Here it can be seen that the MD-88 titles are noticeably higher on the right side than on the left. Now this seems to be an issue with how the engine was installed by NG in the factory as the print seems to be identical on both engines.

Here you can see that the engine on the right(now on the left in the above image) is installed higher on the model than the other engine. This might not affect every Iberia MD-88, but I have seen more images with the too high engine titles than without. I have gotten 50% lucky with mine. The cockpit also is slanted a bit, but I don't think it's too noticeable unless you look at the model head on like the above image.

 

[abdulmohiuddin]

Agreed! The exclusive SU scheme on the A350s look gorgeous too. I have the very first Av400 release of this scheme - from 2020 I think
Yes, Av400s printing could further improve for sure - they're already doing a good job of it and are amongst the best - perhaps after NG & PM
PHX is catching up in many ways too

Indeed the A350 scheme is stunning, I hope someone releases a "Turkflot" hybrid A350 scheme next lol. Glad to know you're happy with your copy from back then!

Print quality is ok but I would put NG, PM, and JC ahead of AV400. PHX is maybe just as good, I wouldn't know as I dont own that many PHX models, I'll leave that judgement for you.

Hahah! You're not alone let me tell you that!

Additionally, how's the PHX SU A333 in the background - the one with the 100yrs sticker? I've been thinking of getting this.

Everyone loves a good Tu-134 from Panda.

The PHX Aeroflot A330-300 is good, doesn't have the gear issues that have plagued PHX A330 as of late, and printing/qc is fairly strong. I'd recommend it, especially as it's so far the only Aeroflot model with that 100 years sticker, a cool way to celebrate it in your collection without the scheme being overwhelming.

 

[LeoMuse747]

That's an unusually (and wonderfully so) colourful version of the Tarom livery! Love the stripey flag colours on the rudder! I wish there would have been a Tu-154 in this scheme! (was there ever?)

It's a very cool variation indeed! Sadly I think only the 707s had it, and for a brief time before the navy blue tail colors came in.

 

[jetbloo2814]

Two recent arrivals for me!

TAROM
Boeing 707-300C - YR-ABM
Aviation400

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A lovely model by AV400, back when they still released classics got it from a friend and fellow collector here in Brazil. This is my 5th 707 in the collection, and they're all AV400 lol

Brazilian Air Force
Boeing 737-200 (VC-96) - FAB2115
Aeroclassics (custom model)

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A pair of B732s served as VIP transports for the Brazilian Air Force from 1976 until retirement in 2010.
FAB2115 is currently preserved in Iguaçu National Park, near the Iguaçu Waterfalls, and I even have a pic of her

cool 737-200 livery

 

[airbeluga]

Got some new arrivals into the hangar.

AeroClassics Air France A300 with the super rare Airbus sticker from the mid-70s.


It seems everybody got this beautiful NG Iberia MD-88. It’s really lovely.



Next comes the baremetal Buchannan Models Eastern Airlines L-1011. A stunning model, too.



And finally the Panda American Airlines MD-11. Unfortunately I missed the Delta variant.


Have a great weekend.

 

[LeoMuse747]

Got some new arrivals into the hangar.

AeroClassics Air France A300 with the super rare Airbus sticker from the mid-70s.
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It seems everybody got this beautiful NG Iberia MD-88. It’s really lovely.

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Next comes the baremetal Buchannan Models Eastern Airlines L-1011. A stunning model, too.

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And finally the Panda American Airlines MD-11. Unfortunately I missed the Delta variant.
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Have a great weekend.

Simply amazing arrivals!!! What a nice selection of models.

 

[airbeluga]

Simply amazing arrivals!!! What a nice selection of models.

Thank you very much Leo.

Cheers
Paolo

 

[YesterAirlines]

I'm still digesting my AMS fair purchases into the collection. This American Eagle ERJ-145 was a EUR20 acquisition. There have only been two of these made, both by Gemini (although this one is branded as Skyliners for some reason). This model dates from 2002 and somewhat ironically appears basically the same as the 2017 release. N624AE was delivered in February 1999 and served until July 31, 2022 after switching between various American regional partners after mid-April 2014.

 

[ChairFlyer101]

Came back from a vacation in Asia and was able to pick up some gems that have been on the wishlist for a while.

The elusive Lufthansa A340-600 by Phoenix.


3 Panda A321 neos


And 2 NG A350s

 

[bakejobb_23]

I'm still digesting my AMS fair purchases into the collection. This American Eagle ERJ-145 was a EUR20 acquisition. There have only been two of these made, both by Gemini (although this one is branded as Skyliners for some reason). This model dates from 2002 and somewhat ironically appears basically the same as the 2017 release. N624AE was delivered in February 1999 and served until July 31, 2022 after switching between various American regional partners after mid-April 2014.

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I lost a silly bidding war on ebay for one of these, got caught lacking and let it slip from my fingers for only a meer 30usd including the shipping….hopefully another turns up soon!

 

[SIGWX]

Been eyeing this beauty for a while

Perhaps the best scheme to grace the 737 - Sun Country's 2000s livery.

 

[Transnat]

Exceptionally good images. Great model!

 

[JJ Skippy]

Just unboxed my Gemini preorders this evening. The Southwest color, while appearing a little darker than I expected, still looks miles better than NG. The United Star Alliance is one of the best 737s I’ve seen on the existing casting, and the Delta Ron Allen is exquisite as always. GJ continues to hit their stride on these US releases and I’m excited for more stuff like this through the rest of 2025.

 

[KamiSchmolz]

Just replaced my phoenix HB-JMI with the Panda one, Panda is the most accurate A340-300 mould yet

 

[Steinar]

Two more old Aeroclassics arrived today. Austrian DC-9-30 OE-LDA from 2007 and Adria Airways DC-9-30 YU-AHW from 2006.
Happy as a man can be.....


Steinar

 

[YesterAirlines]

Two more old Aeroclassics arrived today. Austrian DC-9-30 OE-LDA from 2007 and Adria Airways DC-9-30 YU-AHW from 2006.
Happy as a man can be.....
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Steinar

Wow congrats! That Adria is high on my list and super hard to get. Hangar Club release right?

 

[Steinar]

Yes, it is listed like that but no card in the box (?). These come from a seller in Spain.

 

[josecolme]

Two more old Aeroclassics arrived today. Austrian DC-9-30 OE-LDA from 2007 and Adria Airways DC-9-30 YU-AHW from 2006.
Happy as a man can be.....
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Steinar

Awesome! I've been looking to get the Austrian.