World Combat Aircraft 1. - F-104 Starfighter in US MarkingsWith this first title, we would like to inaugurate a new series of illustrated monographs dedicated to the most famous and popular combat aircraft of the modern era. The first volume in the series is dedicated to the timeless F-104, going digging to its origins: its employment with the US Air Force in the early years of its long operational career. The volume, which also includes unpublished photos and testimonies, spans several chapters devoted to the development of Lockheed's revolutionary program, technical descriptions of early versions of the aircraft, operational service with the USAF, NASA and the Luftwaffe, which conducted training of its pilots in Arizona with aircraft using the American insignia. It then closes with an account of an Italian pilot who flew at Luke AFB, a modeling section with information, various color profiles and an appendix, with data, numbers and technical characteristics. A comprehensive and unmissable work on the 40 years of Starfighter use in the United States, from 1954 to 1994.Paperback, 21 x 30 cm. pp. 184 with about 360 color and black-and-white photos, 15 color profiles
Duke Hawkins: Dassault Super Etendard Book & Decals 1/48. A 116-page book on the Dassault Super Étendard. This compact jet aircraft was the backbone of the French Navy's aircraft carriers for four decades. This book provides a very detailed overview of this versatile subsonic aircraft, both in action and in detail. It contains over 250 photographs, including cockpit, airframe details and maintenance. Super Etendard: - In action - Cockpit - Fuselage details - Weapons systems - Service
Duke Hawkins Book: Sikorsky Seahawk SH-60B/F and MH-60R/MH-60SProduct DescriptionDuke Hawkins: English publication of the Sikorsky SH-60B/F and MH-60R/MH-60S Seahawk. Cat. DH041 / ASK Distribution 170-DH041This book provides a comprehensive portrait of the Seahawk helicopter, used by the U.S. Navy and other military forces around the world.Jay Hawk, MH-60R, MH-60S, MH--60T, Seahawk, Sikorsky, U.S. Navy.More than 330 photographs show the MH-60 Romeo and Sierra in action and in close-up. The book also includes photographs of the MH-60T Jayhawk, a version of the helicopter used by the U.S. Coast Guard. No detail is omitted, from the cockpit, fuselage, tail unit, landing gear and various model configurations.
Book Duke Hawkins: English Electric LightningProduct DescriptionDuke Hawkins: English Electric Lightning publication. Cat. DH040 / ASK Distribution 170-DH040This publication was produced with the help of the Lightning Preservation Group at Bruntingthorpe, where volunteers who maintain two of the jets in perfect condition allowed every little detail to be photographed! This book, however, also shows the jet in action!Every detail included. Every part of the Lightning is shown in detail in this book: from the cockpit-both single- and two-seat versions-to the fuselage, wings, tail, and landing gear compartments.The different versions of the Lightning are shown and explained, and an impressive 20-page chapter on maintenance is included. Also included are action photographs of perfectly preserved Lightnings from the Lightning Preservation Group and vintage photos of operational jets in ??different liveries.This book is ideal for those who want to learn more about the jet and for scale modelers who want to detail their kits to the maximum.The Lightning was a fantastic interceptor, capable of flying at very high speed and altitude. It was an important part of British airspace defense systems and was equipped with only two air-to-air missiles, carried on fuselage pylons.The Lightning was the only aircraft that could be equipped with external fuel tanks above the wings. Here was a concept! Another unique aspect of the jet was that its two engines were positioned on top of each other!
Book Duke Hawkins Classic: De Havilland Mosquito.Product DescriptionDuke Hawkins: De Havilland Mosquito publication in English. Cat. DH-C004 / ASK Distribution 170-DHC004Belgian Air Force, De Havilland, DH-98, Mosquito, Royal Air Force, Wooden Wonder.The fourth book in our Classic series is devoted to one of the fastest aircraft built during World War II: the De Havilland Mosquito. This versatile aircraft, built primarily of wood, was equipped with a pair of Merlin engines. The combination of powerful engines, light weight and high maneuverability proved to be a fantastic recipe for a multi-role aircraft. This book explains the Mosquito and its different versions in detail. The bomber and reconnaissance versions, the fighter-bomber, the night fighter, and the tug are shown from each side. The differences between the versions and their missions are described and illustrated, from the engines to the cockpit. The latter differs considerably; even the control column of the bomber versions and the stick of the later versions!
AK LEARNING 17: REALISTIC LEATHER AND CANVAS English (AK542) / Spanish (AK543), 88 pages. Flexible cover. This is the English language version. Discover how to realistically represent textiles such as canvas, jute, or tarpaulin, and learn how to control their painting using techniques that ensure an authentic finish. Leather, often used in figures and various vehicle elements, also has distinctive visual characteristics that can be reproduced using various techniques illustrated in this book.
Vallejo Publications Book: Aircraft 1/72 Cold War - English Language, 136 A4 pagesNew title in the Remove Before Flight series, in which modelers Ennio Croce and Rafael Oliva show us the processes and techniques used to paint 1/72 scale aircraft.Part of the In Focus series, this book focuses on the most iconic aircraft that took part in the Cold War, covering different nations and their distinctive paint schemes.In its pages, you'll find detailed instructions for painting everything from aircraft with metallic finishes, such as the English Electric Lightning F.2A, to simple single-color camouflage schemes, such as the F-14, to more complex tricolor schemes, such as the SU-33.The book guides the modeler through the entire process, from paint preparation and application to aging techniques and effects to achieve a realistic finish. A useful tool for those who wish to accurately recreate the aircraft featured in this conflict.
Book Profiles F-104 Starfighter - Project 083. As a "companion " to the main volume we propose "PROFILES" Book entirely devoted to color profiles, colorations and details. Summary table of colors, each nation is detailed in the evolution of the adopted camouflage. 40 pages A4 landscape
Book 70 Years of Starfighter - Project 083. (AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER AT A DISCOUNTED PRICE UNTIL OCTOBER 17, 2025) (SCHEDULED RELEASE OCT. 18, 2025) A unique volume on the Lockheed F-104 legend. A monumental and unprecedented work in the Italian language dedicated to the most iconic fighter of the Cold War: the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, the "missile with a man in it." With over 400 pages and more than 1,200 images, including 300 previously unpublished ones, Project 083 recounts the genesis, evolution technique, operational use and the myth of the aircraft that marked an era. - In-depth and accessible: a rigorous treatment, rich in data, testimonies and documents archival records, but written in clear language. - Comprehensive: all versions of the Starfighter, from prototypes to operational variants USAF, NATO, Japan, Canada and Italy, to the latest NASA civilian deployments. - Packed with special content: technical walkaround for modelers, comparison sheets, glossary, full-color profiles and exclusive interviews with pilots and maintainers. - A journey through history: from the Lockheed project of the 1950s to the Starfighter's role in NATO nuclear deterrence, through records, actual missions and modernizations. Why offer it in bookstores? - Fascinating title foraviation enthusiasts, military history scholars and modelers. - Unpublished work in Italy, with materials and interviews never before published. - Prestigious volume, destined to become a publishing reference on the F-104. Title: Project 083 - 70 Years of Starfighter First edition : October 2025 Authors : Claudio Col, Marco Tomassoni, Riccardo Vestuto, Aldo Zanfi Large format 24 x 30 - 416 pages - Wire bound A book that combines historical research, technique and direct testimony. A work that every bookstore specializing in history, aviation and collecting should have in its window.
Book - Zimmerit - The Ultimate Modeling Guide (English)Zimmerit - The Ultimate Modeling Guide (English)Hardcover, 208 pages with period photos and high-quality color illustrations and photographs. Authors: Daniele Guglielmi and Mario Pieri Publisher: AMMO by Mig Jimenez Collection: Illustrated Guides Topic: Military History and Military Vehicles Languages: English Number of Pages and Description: Hardcover, 208 pages with period photographs and high-quality color images of preserved vehicles, detailed illustrations of Zimmerit application models, and step-by-step photos demonstrating their reproduction and painting in scale models. Mastering Zimmerit: the definitive guide for scale modelers The Zimmerit was a distinctive feature of German tanks during World War II, developed to prevent magnetic mines from sticking to the armor. Introduced in 1943, this textured paste was applied to vehicles such as Panther and Tiger tanks, giving them a distinctive ridged surface that made them easily recognizable. Zimmerit has always fascinated modelers and military history enthusiasts, raising crucial questions about its application, resistance to aging, and authenticity. How thick should it be? What patterns are historically accurate? How can it be realistically painted and aged? This definitive guide from AMMO provides everything you need to know, helping you master the reproduction of Zimmerit to scale, including proper painting and aging techniques to achieve truly stunning results. Your Complete Zimmerit Resource Renowned World War II military historians and modelers Daniele Guglielmi and Mario Pieri present a meticulously documented historical study accompanied by photos that reveal the origins, evolution, and use of the Zimmerit on the battlefields. Color reference images of armored vehicles show the patterns, textures and thickness variations of actual Zimmerit applications. The second half of the book is filled with expert modeling techniques, offering step-by-step instructions on how to apply Zimmerit to scale models, paint them with realistic detail, and add aging and dirt effects for maximum realism. Essential Tools for Zimmerit Perfection Take your Zimmerit modeling to the next level with AMMO's specialized tools and materials designed to help you achieve professional-quality results: Zimmerit Paste ArmorFx A.MIG-2037 : Create authentic Zimmerit textures with ease using our Zimmerit acrylic paste. A.MIG-8583 Zimmerit applicator tools : apply ArmorFx Zimmerit paste with precision for historically accurate finishes. PANZER KOTE Zimmerit Tools : available in multiple scales (1:72, 1:48, 1:35 and 1:16) to meet your project needs. These must-have products will be available along with the book to ensure you have everything you need to master Zimmerit modeling techniques and enhance your modeling experience. Chapters of the book: ZIMMERIT: HISTORY AND FACTS REFERENCE PHOTOS OF REAL ZIMMERIT HOW TO APPLY ZIMMERIT: ZIMMERIT TYPES, TOOLS AND APPLICATION METHODS DIPING ZIMMERIT IN SCALE EFFECTS OF ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS AND DUST ON ZIMMERIT GALLERY Discover the secrets of Zimmerit with this expert guide-the essential book for every modeler!
Aircraft Scale Modeling by Daniel Zamarbide (English Wersion)More than a decade after the first Aircraft FAQ, comes this long-awaited second edition, produced with the utmost attention to detail. Under the editorship of Juan Manuel Villalba and with the talents of renowned modeler Daniel Zamarbide, joined by some of the world's best modelers, this new volume represents a qualitative and quantitative leap from any other book published on the subject.This second Aircraft FAQ includes a wide variety of scale modeling techniques, explained step-by-step and accompanied by hundreds of color photographs showing beautiful aircraft models. The work covers all aspects of aircraft modeling, with special attention to the effects of weathering and aging.An indispensable guide for both those new to the hobby and experienced modelers who wish to hone their skills
Tricolour Cockades 2025 "Tricolour Cockades 2025" consists of no less than 240 pages, all in color, including:- The Air, Land and Naval Panoramas 2024, with all the most important facts, news and photos of the year just past. - 23 articles on topical issues, in-depth and extensively illustrated,- The Fact Sheets of the Ministry of Defense and all the Armed Forces and Bodies of the State, with organizations, organizational charts, budgets, personnel data and flight hours.- An English SummaryAmong the topics touched on in this edition: The "Joint Stars 2025" exercise, The Italian National Contingent in Kuwait, a review of the Air Force's space activities, the 37th Wing today, The Army's "Acqui" Division, The future of the Army's Heavy Brigades, the Navy's Air and Naval Training Center, the Submarine Flotilla Command, the Carabinieri's 1st Mobile Brigade, the Guardia di Finanza's Nautical School, and much more.A unique work, an exceptional tool that allows all enthusiasts and practitioners to be up-to-date on the entire Italian defense landscape thanks to a single publication.Tricolor Coccarde 2025, 240 pages, over 500 color photographs.
Book Yakovlev Yak-3 - Spotlight ON.Author: Artur JuszczakIllustrator: Artur JuszczakNumber of pages: 48Number of color pages: 48Format: A4Publication date: 12/06/2017ISBN Code: 978-83-65281-48-7
The Fighting Colours of Richard J. Caruana: 50th Anniversary Collection. 5: Hawker Hunter in British Service - PaperbackCaruana, Richard J.All variants, including the two-seater, are illustrated with drawings of the different versions that complete the book. Overall, it is a real treat for the eyes and a valuable reference for enthusiasts. - ModelingMadness.Com Call it elegance, grace or even beauty; the Hawker Hunter was the last of a generation of aircraft in which one of the rules of thumb in design philosophy was "if it looks good, it will fly good." At that time there were no computer gurus capable of running flight simulations on the desktop. Everything had to be done with pencil and slide rule. Richard J. Caruana describes and illustrates this thoroughbred Hawker, with a selection of some of the more colorful patterns sported by this fighter. The Hawker's chief designer, Sir Sydney Camm, found little inspiration in the official specifications outlined in the F.43/46 and gave birth to a completely different design concept with the P.1067 designation, flexible enough to accept different engines. This led to the Mk. 1 and Mk. Mk. 4 were powered by the Rolls-Royce Avon, while the Mk. 2 and Mk. 5 by the Armstrong Whitworth Sapphire. This dual use of engines probably saved the Hunter from oblivion, as had happened to the problematic Sapphire of the Supermarine Swift. It was, however, with the arrival of the Hunter Mk. 6 that a true fighter aircraft was born. The revised and reinforced wings could carry more fuel in the subalar tanks, giving the Hunter longer legs, along with the ability to carry bombs and rockets with the introduction of the Mk. 9 ground attack version.
Book Supermarine Spitfire IX Volume 1 - Spotlight ON.Number of color pages: 44Format: A4 HBDate of publication: 2023-12Author: Robert DecemberIllustrator: Robert GrudzienISBN Code: 9788367227414Text in English (Polish insert with descriptions of the paintings)40 full-color silhouettes of the Spitfire Mk.IX custom-made with the utmost care. This meticulously crafted book presents a fascinating collection of 40 vividly colored profiles depicting the iconic Supermarine Spitfire IX, a legendary aircraft that played a key role in World War II. Each profile was created with meticulous care, offering an unparalleled level of detail and accuracy. These profiles were specially commissioned, ensuring an extraordinary visual experience for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Book Panzerkampfwagen V 'Panther' - Spotlight ON.Author: Slawomir ZajaczkowskiIllustrator: Slawomir ZajaczkowskiNumber of Pages: 44Number of Color Pages: 36Format: A4 HardcoverRelease Date: 2024-08-20ISBN Code: 978-8367227643This meticulously crafted book presents a fascinating collection of 36 vividly colored profiles depicting the iconic German "Panther" tank, a legendary tank that played a key role in World War II. Each profile was created with meticulous care, offering an unparalleled level of detail and accuracy. These profiles were specially commissioned, ensuring an extraordinary visual experience for both military and World War II history buffs.
NAA Mustang IV P-51D-5-NT Book - SINGLE SERIES.This book collects color profiles, scale plans and photographic details of the only variant of the Mustang IV used by the RAF. The plans are in 1/72 scale, as well as drawings from technical manuals. It also contains black and white detail photos.