1/48 Italeri F/A-18E

by KEi

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This kit was built using blackbox cockpit and twobobs decals, I felt that the cockpit is a must as the kit cockpit uses decals for the details. Building it was not smooth and requires alot of putty and sanding, the most difficult part is the intake. I spent a large number of hours to get a seamless intake. There is a significant gap when the upper front fuselage and the lower fuselage join together, more putty is needed there.

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Most of the issues were addressed by other builders in the gallery section. They provided me with the most helpful advice and I want to thank them. 

I started this kit because I know Revell's kit is hitting the shelf now, but I still wanted to finish this kit. It still captures the super hornet look but requires more patience and care. 

Hope you all like it

KEi

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