I want to build the following in 1:48 scale but can't find out if the kits even exist:
Piper Pa 28-161 (Warrior II) Piper Pa 22-150 (Tri Pacer) Cessna 150A hard back early model Cessna 152 Aerobat. Grumman AA5B (Tiger)
These are all a/c I enjoyed flying in years past. I have a Minicraft C150 that I have marked as a 152 Aerobat but it is not quite the same.
Any help much appreciated, particularly sources for limited run kits.
Tony
I do not know about specific models, but try Squadron models for airplane kits, that is their specialty, if you are more adventurous, there is an IPMS national meet in Columbus OH in August. Those guys usually have anything at the dealers tables you want.
The only one that specifically meets your needs is a Tri-pacer that Monogram produced MANY years ago. To my knowledge it was not re-issued but you may be able find one on eBay.
There is a resin kit company that does a lot of Piper models. I don't think they do the Warrior, but check out on Google Olimp models.
It looks like I am going to be doing some scratch building to meet my needs. A Cherokee with a Cessna wing and an extra window cut should work as a Warrior II - thanks for the wing idea. The Cessna Minicraft with a solid back and squared tail should work with spare wheels added after the spats are cut off. Left over tail wheels from a couple of Dragon Me 163Bs are the right size. It's a pity the Minicraft wheels and spats are a single moulding. Giving up on the Tripacer and AA5B for the moment Thanks for all the help
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