1/72 Airfix Fairey Firefly Mk.V

Gallery Article by Paolo De Sanctis on Feb 10 2011

 

The real thing: this aircraft stems from the early World War II Mk. I version which equipped 19 FAA Squadrons.  The Mk. V appeared in 1947 for fighter-reconnaissance and anti-submarine role.  It operated in the Korean War also from HMS carriers Theseus, Glory, Ocean and Triumph, plus Royal Australian Navy.  It had the powerful RR Griffon which delivered 2.245 Hp.

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The model: this kit belongs to an early series I built in the far '90s. It's straight from the box but is a very fun model to build.  It was finished in the F.A.A. scheme with Extra Dark Sea Grey FS 36099 on all upper surfaces and Sky FS 34424 underside.  Decals were as supplied in the box, paints (H.32 and H. 90 respectively) were - as usually for me - by the Humbrol Enamel range.  Although often criticized, Airfix releases many enjoyable kit.

Good modeling to all the ARCair fellows!

Paolo De Sanctis

Photos and text © by Paolo De Sanctis