Focky Wulf FW-189B in Holland

[TomZ]

Focky Wulf FW-189B in Holland



When the whole of the Netherlands was liberated from the Germans in May 1945 the Dutch authorities were keen to re-establish the air force as soon as possible. Of course, there were a number of Dutch squadrons in the RAF. These were transferred to the Dutch Air Force and formed the basis of a reborn fighting force.



However, there was a shortage of transport and training aircraft. To make up the deficit a number of former Luftwaffe aircraft were incorporated into the force. These included three Focke Wulf FW-189B trainers. The aircraft were repaired where necessary and stripped of their camouflage paint. Coded U-11, U-12, U-14 the aircraft were used until 1949 for the training of navigators and radio operators.



Model: MPM 1/48

TomZ

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[NARSES2]

Very elegant looking aeroplane, especially in that scheme 

[Tophe]

Veru nice twin-boomer and this is a rare version of the Fw-189, good! And without swastika, allowing me to clap my hands!