Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88 Light Bomber Aircraft Kit (Limited Edition) 1/72 Scale - Model SOVA-M.The Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88 was a reconnaissance seaplane developed by Kawasaki Heavy Industries for the Japanese Imperial Navy in the latter half of the 1920s and used during the 1930s. Here are some key features and information about the Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88:Development: The KDA-2 Type 88 was developed as a successor to the KDA-1, with the aim of providing an improved reconnaissance seaplane for the needs of the Japanese Imperial Navy.Configuration: It was a single-engine, monoplane seaplane with floating landing gear. It featured an open cockpit for the pilot and observer.Engine: It was powered by a piston-driven aircraft engine, probably a Kawasaki model.Armament: It was not heavily armed, but could mount light machine guns for self-defense.Role: The KDA-2 Type 88 was primarily a maritime reconnaissance aircraft, used for coastal surveillance, observation, and enemy fleet reconnaissance missions.Production and Use: Although its operational use was relatively limited, the KDA-2 Type 88 played an important role in the Imperial Japanese Navy's surveillance and reconnaissance operations during the 1930s.Legacy: The KDA-2 Type 88 represents one of the Japanese aviation industry's earliest attempts to develop an advanced reconnaissance seaplane for the specific needs of the Imperial Navy.In summary, the Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88 was a reconnaissance seaplane used by the Japanese Imperial Navy in the second half of the 1920s and during the 1930s, playing an important role in coastal surveillance and reconnaissance operations.
Kawasaki KDA-2 type 88-2 scout (Limited Edition) 1/72 scale aircraft kit - Model SOVA-M.The Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88-2 Scout was a reconnaissance aircraft developed and produced by Kawasaki Heavy Industries for the Naval Air Force of the Japanese Empire. It was used for coastal surveillance and observation missions during World War II. Here are some key features and information about the Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88-2 Scout:Development: The KDA-2 Type 88-2 was an improved version of the earlier KDA-2, developed specifically for the needs of the Japanese Naval Air Force. Its development began in the 1930s.Configuration: The KDA-2 Type 88-2 was a single-engine monoplane seaplane. It featured an enclosed cockpit and a low-wing design. It was designed to operate from the water surface.Engine: It was equipped with a piston-driven aircraft engine, probably a 9-cylinder Kawasaki model.Armament: The KDA-2 Type 88-2 was not designed for combat, so it was not heavily armed. However, it could be equipped with light machine guns for self-defense.Role: The main role of the KDA-2 Type 88-2 was reconnaissance and observation. It was used to monitor enemy naval activities, gather information on coastal geography, and provide tactical support to Japanese naval units.Production and Use: Although it was designed to play an important role in Japanese naval warfare, the KDA-2 Type 88-2 was not produced in large quantities. However, it saw limited use during World War II.Legacy: Although its contribution to Japanese naval warfare was limited, the KDA-2 Type 88-2 represents an example of the Japanese aviation industry's effort to develop specialized aircraft for the needs of the Imperial Navy.In summary, the Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88-2 Scout was a reconnaissance seaplane used by the Japanese Naval Air Force during World War II for coastal surveillance and observation missions.
Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88-1 Scout (Limited Edition) 1/72 Scale Aircraft Kit - Model SOVA-M.The Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88-1 Scout was a reconnaissance seaplane developed by Kawasaki Heavy Industries for the Japanese Imperial Navy during the 1930s. Here are some key features and information about the Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88-1 Scout:Development: The KDA-2 Type 88-1 was developed as a successor to the earlier KDA-1, although there were limited changes and improvements over the previous model. Its development began in the 1930s.Configuration: It was a single-engine, monoplane seaplane with floating landing gear. It featured an open cockpit for the pilot and observer.Engine: It was powered by a piston-driven aircraft engine, probably a Kawasaki model.Armament: It was not heavily armed, but could mount light machine guns for self-defense.Role: The KDA-2 Type 88-1 was primarily a maritime reconnaissance aircraft, used for coastal surveillance, observation, and enemy fleet reconnaissance missions.Production and Use: Despite its important role in coastal reconnaissance, the KDA-2 Type 88-1 was not produced in large quantities and saw limited use during World War II.Legacy: The KDA-2 Type 88-1 represents one of many attempts by the Japanese aviation industry to develop specialized aircraft for the specific needs of the Imperial Navy.In summary, the Kawasaki KDA-2 Type 88-1 Scout was a reconnaissance seaplane used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during the 1930s and World War II for coastal surveillance and observation missions.
1/72 T-400 jet trainer in JASDF serviceThe T-1 Jayhawk is a low-wing bireactor trainer aircraft developed by the U.S. aircraft company Beechcraft Corporation and marketed, after the company's acquisition, by the Raytheon Company.Based on the Beechcraft (later Hawker) 400A, it is used mainly in pilot training for transport or tanker aircraft.
1/72 HU-16B Albatross USAF editionThe Grumman HU-16 Albatross was a twin-engine, center-hull, high-wing amphibious aircraft produced by the U.S. Grumman company from the 1940s to the 1960s.Originally designated SA-16, it was renamed HU-16 in 1962.
1/72 Grumman UF-2 AlbatrossThe Grumman HU-16 Albatross was a twin-engine, center-hull, high-wing amphibious aircraft produced by the U.S. Grumman company from the 1940s to the 1960s.Originally designated SA-16, it was renamed HU-16 in 1962.
1/72 Grumman SHU-16B AlbatrossThe Grumman HU-16 Albatross was a twin-engine, center-hull, high-wing amphibious aircraft produced by the U.S. Grumman company from the 1940s to the 1960s.Originally designated SA-16, it was renamed HU-16 in 1962.
1/72 Grumman SA-16A AlbatrossAbility to make it Italian with TAURO-72578 decalsThe Grumman HU-16 Albatross was a twin-engine, center-hull, high-wing amphibious aircraft produced by the U.S. Grumman company from the 1940s to the 1960s.Originally designated SA-16, it was renamed HU-16 in 1962.Operational employment Italy:Albatross aircraft arrived in Italy, thanks to the Mutual Defense Assistance Program, in 1958 and were assigned to the Air Force. The specimens are ex-USAF surplus HU-16As but although they are already exploited models they are used to replace the now obsolete CANT Z.506s operational in the Regia Aeronautica since before the outbreak of World War II. They were assigned to the 15th Wing with SAR and Combat SAR duties remaining in operational service until the last specimen was decommissioned on June 29, 1979.The specimen currently on display at the Air Force Historical Museum belonged to the 85th C/SAR Group (85th C/SAR Center) of the 15th Wing.Operational employment United States of America:Most Albatrosses, initially designated SA-16, were employed by the USAF, mainly in air rescue service. The USAF was operationally employed during the Korean War where it earned a reputation as a particularly rugged model. Later, redesignated HU16 and in the long-range B version, the Albatross was used extensively by the USAF Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service during the Vietnam War.The U.S. Navy employed the HU-16D Albatross in SAR (search and rescue) missions from air bases on the coast both from U.S. soil and in those overseas. It was also used in air support operations anywhere in the world and for "skunk runs" from NAS Agana on Guam during the Vietnam War. Goodwill flights were also common to the surrounding Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands in the early 1970s. They were also frequently used for takeoff and ditching tests assisted by JATO systems at NAS Agana in Guam, Naval Station Guantanamo Bay in Cuba, NAS Barbers Point in Hawaii and NAS Pensacola in Florida.The HU-16 also operated for long years with the U.S. Coast Guard in operations from the coast and in long-range SAR operations until it was replaced by the HU-25 Guardian and Lockheed HC-130.
1/72 SHU-16B Albatross Spain/ Chiliean A.F.Il Grumman HU-16 Albatross era un aereo anfibio bimotore a scafo centrale ad ala alta prodotto dall'azienda statunitense Grumman dagli anni quaranta agli anni sessanta.Originariamente designato SA-16, è stato rinominato HU-16 nel 1962.