Go-229

[ysi_maniac]

I forgot to post this Go-229 because it was done, 10 years ago, almost OOB; so I considered it as "Real World" but "in service Go-229" is whiff, in fact.

[ysi_maniac]

The only whiff is armament: 4x30mm MK 103.

[ysi_maniac]

Some weeks ago someone in this forum asked about PM's Go 229. This is Matchbox reboxing. You can see it is not a winner but can be done. BTW, cockpit detail and pilot are on me: undercarriage was so bad that I decided to show it flying.

[ysi_maniac]

From time to time, I build a flying jet because I think there is something special with this kind of models. Even if a plane, a bird too, is usually on ground its natural status is flying. I definitely like flying jets. But stopped propelers look odd to me, in flying propeler planes.

[proditor]

I really like the aggressive look of the extended cannon barrels.  Makes the wing look even more predatory.    

[Rafael]

This is a little gem, Carlos. While the model might not be the best there is, you certainly gave it life with your paint scheme and assembly.

Five Stars!!!        
Rafa

[matrixone]

You did a fine job of fitting the gear doors in the closed position. I agree the landing gear on that kit leaves something to be desired, the model looks very nice with the gear up.

Matrixone

[ysi_maniac]

Thanks to all of you

PS. Hi matrixone

Have you ever made one of your wonderful photos with a flying model?

[matrixone]

ysi_maniac,

I build most, if not all, of my models with the gear down so I don't take many in-flight pics of my models but here are some I have done...











At a later time I do plan to do better detailed in-flight pics, but as usual with me time is a very big factor in what I am allowed to accomplish, I never have enough time to do all the things I want to do.

Matrixone

[John Howling Mouse]

I forgot to post this Go-229 because it was done, 10 years ago, almost OOB; so I considered it as "Real World" but "in service Go-229" is whiff, in fact.

Ten years ago you were already this good?!

Ah, this makes me feel better somehow!    ^_^

I will catch up!