Citation3
Well-Known Member
Good evening gentlemen...I hope my post finds you well and flying safe.
I just wanted to share my most recent and possibly best build to date. I thought you all could use a little change of pace around here.
After doing two Super Hornets in-flight I began to imagine how imposing the Tomcat would look in-flight with it's huge wings spread open and loaded up to do some damage. Well, here is the result of that vision. I really like the look of the water and cloud deck so I choose to use it again. Also, I really like the look of a jet plugged into a refueling basket because it's such a detail rich area. I really think this display captures the majestic presence of the Tomcat.
The refined refueling basket was built from 49 individual pieces. This was my second attempt at building a basket. It is much improved over my first. The hose was detailed by adding the red stripe and the metal couplings were painted directly on the hose using Alclad paint. The refueling probe was replaced with coat hanger wire for strength.
Finally, to LCDR W L Ewald..if your out there. You callsign decal (Waldo) got butchered. You are now Trigger. I hope you like it.
Anyway, here are the results. I hope you enjoy it and I welcome any comments or critiques.
I just wanted to share my most recent and possibly best build to date. I thought you all could use a little change of pace around here.
After doing two Super Hornets in-flight I began to imagine how imposing the Tomcat would look in-flight with it's huge wings spread open and loaded up to do some damage. Well, here is the result of that vision. I really like the look of the water and cloud deck so I choose to use it again. Also, I really like the look of a jet plugged into a refueling basket because it's such a detail rich area. I really think this display captures the majestic presence of the Tomcat.
The refined refueling basket was built from 49 individual pieces. This was my second attempt at building a basket. It is much improved over my first. The hose was detailed by adding the red stripe and the metal couplings were painted directly on the hose using Alclad paint. The refueling probe was replaced with coat hanger wire for strength.
Finally, to LCDR W L Ewald..if your out there. You callsign decal (Waldo) got butchered. You are now Trigger. I hope you like it.
Anyway, here are the results. I hope you enjoy it and I welcome any comments or critiques.
