Review Aviaeology 1/48 & 1/72 Serials & Codes for RAF and FAA Aircraft, 1939 -’45

1/48 & 1/72 Serials & Codes for RAF and FAA Aircraft, 1939 -’45

1/48 Product # AOD48C01 1/72 Product # AOD72C01

by Kim Elliott on Sept 21 2006

--------------------

Aviaeology Serials & Codes for RAF and FAA Aircraft, 1939 -’45

The Canadian company of Aviaeology has launched a series of decal sheets in Black (Night) and Dull Red that will be of interest to modellers of British aircraft of the WW II period. Available in both 1/72 and 1/48, the sheets will allow custom markings (serials and codes) to be applied to models of the RAF, FAA and some Commonwealth air arms. The styles depicted represent both the ‘official’ fonts, and some unorthodox variations. Reference to Air Ministry Orders and Air Publications has ensured a high level of accuracy.

The sheets themselves come in a single colour, either Dull Red, Black, or Grey, with a continuous clear carrier. The sharpness of the individual characters is quite pronounced. In the larger scale, the sheet is 5" x 8", in the smaller scale, 5" x 4". The quantity and selection of characters will suffice for numerous models.

Printing of the sheets is by Microscale. Normal decal solvents are recommended, although testing first for compatibility is advised.

Full details of the the complete Aviaeology product line can be seen on-line at http://stores.ebay.com/Aviaeology.