Academy 1/48 aircraft give you room to work on cockpit painting, canopy framing and unit markings. Compare aircraft type as well as scale, since a helicopter and a twin-engine bomber need different display space.
Choose the subject and scale
Read the complete subject name and Academy kit number before selecting a version. A unit, production type or named edition can change which references and paint scheme you need. Compare the scale with the rest of your planned display and check the individual listing for any stated special features.
At the workbench
Start by reading the marking and paint guide. Plan how you will reach the cockpit, wheel wells and engine areas before assembly closes them in.
Start with the instructions and a list of the colors, tools and materials needed for this kit. Dry-fit the main parts, then prepare a test sample of the intended finish. Keep delicate details accessible through painting and leave their final installation until the assembly sequence calls for them.
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