Updates

Recent updates

07/09/2024: Fournier RF4 (oz15502): Added laser cut parts file (in DWG format), thanks to Jim Katz.

07/09/2024: Sizzler (oz15516): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

07/09/2024: Pixie (oz4847): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to dfritzke.

07/09/2024: General News: Hi all, we're back again now. Just sorting through emails now. Steve.

29/08/2024: General News: It's going to be quiet around here on Outerzone for the next 8 or 9 days. We are going away for a week. By all means carry on sending in plans etc and we'll just queue everything up and work through them all when we get back. I will check in to see the site is running ok, but if you are awaiting an answer to an email, this might take a while. Steve.

28/08/2024: Nakajima A6M2-N Rufe (oz14029): Replaced the parts supplement file with a version that now includes the original credit statement to Larry D Philip.

28/08/2024: Boeing F4B-4 (oz3576): Added parts tracing, decals and scan of wing struts, thanks to Duane Holliger.

28/08/2024: Rhubarb (oz13832): Replaced the CAD zipfile with a revised version, thanks to HJvanTol.

28/08/2024: Mini Jazz (oz14665): Replaced the CAD zipfile with a revised version, thanks to HJvanTol.

28/08/2024: Champion (oz13239): Added sheet 2, thanks to Charlie Jeffreys. This (it turns out) does not show any of the ribs or formers, just motor installation and some cabin interior details.

27/08/2024: Nakajima A6M2-N Rufe (oz14029): Added kit review from Radio Modeller, February 1984, thanks to RFJ.

27/08/2024: Thorp T-18 Tiger (oz2403): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

27/08/2024: Razor (oz10254): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

27/08/2024: Quarter Pint (oz2183): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

27/08/2024: Druid (oz2992): Added article, thanks to Shawn.

27/08/2024: Krumpler Corsair (oz15500): Added article, thanks to Pit.

27/08/2024: Titan (oz15498): Added article, thanks to TomRyan.

26/08/2024: 1929 Modern Boy Aeroplane (oz2179): Added article, thanks to ilgk48. This is an extract from his full magazine scan as posted on HPA at [link].

26/08/2024: Whoopee (oz13874): Added article, thanks to ilgk48. This is an extract from his full magazine scan as posted on HPA at [link].

25/08/2024: Sporty Sombrero (oz15488): Added alternate sheet 1, thanks to Circlip. Clearer layout, shows complete fuselage as one piece.

22/08/2024: Bo 209 Monsun (oz7445): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to Gianni, Pino.

19/08/2024: Comper Swift (oz8741): Added zipfile of extras, thanks to the Lurker.

18/08/2024: Another Knight (oz10808): Added article part 2, thanks to Ed.

14/08/2024: X-12 Delta (oz10791): Added article, thanks to Rennfahrer.

14/08/2024: Fly-Hi (oz6914): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to dfrizke.

14/08/2024: Tiny Twin (oz15474): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

12/08/2024: Tiger Moth (oz7700): Added kit review from RCM, May 1977, thanks to RFJ.

11/08/2024: Miss Philadelphia IV (oz10202): Added alternate article, thanks to Pit.

11/08/2024: Space Shuttle (oz15467): Added article, thanks to Pit.

10/08/2024: Champ (oz15423): Added alternate plan scan on a single sheet, also clearer scan of the article, thanks to Circlip, RFJ.

09/08/2024: Percival Gull (oz15464): Added Comet catalogue page from 1936, thanks to Pit.

08/08/2024: Wayfarer (oz5908): Have made a minor change to the scaling of this plan. Thanks to Nigel S, who pointed out the upper wing D section is designed to be cut from a standard size sheet of 48 inch balsa (see article text). But that section measured 48.63 inches, on the plan. So we assume the scan had got stretched oversize by ~1.3%. This plan now corrected.

05/08/2024: Peanut Cannon (oz15411): Replaced this plan with a scan of the original drawing, thanks to TomBinkley.

05/08/2024: Monster (oz15456): Added article, thanks to Pit.

04/08/2024: Lutonia (oz7893): Added (later) article by John Watters from Aeromodeller, Jan 1989, thanks to ilgk48. This is an extract from his full magazine scan as posted on HPA see [link]

02/08/2024: Baby Biplane R-8 (oz15431): Fixed the scaling of this plan to 9 inch wingspan.

01/08/2024: Anderson Pylon (oz3164): Added scan of the ribs, also kit instructions, thanks to TomRyan.

29/07/2024: Baby Biplane R-8 (oz15431): Added article, thanks to Pit.

27/07/2024: Fairchild 24K (oz15435): Added a scan of the stabilizer part, which does not appear on the plan, thanks to MikeDenest.

25/07/2024: Gee Bee Racer (oz15432): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

22/07/2024: Owen Mate (oz13710): Added instructions, thanks to SteveBetts.

22/07/2024: X Wing Fighter (oz15427): Added article, thanks to Pit.

20/07/2024: ElectriCub Early (oz12691): Added kit review from Radio Modeller, October 1996, thanks to RFJ.

18/07/2024: Twinny (oz5180): Added instructions (nl, fr, en, de), thanks to Joerg-Michel Nussbaum.

17/07/2024: Stinson Voyager (oz15417): Added article thanks to Pit.

17/07/2024: Handley Page HP19 Hanley (oz15418): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

16/07/2024: Forney Aircoupe (oz4055): Have revised the scaling on this plan, thanks to MarkGerber. Now fullsize at 17.75 in span.

14/07/2024: Taylor Cub (oz8549): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

14/07/2024: O.K. 2.02 (oz2096): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow

14/07/2024: P-47D Thunderbolt (oz3517): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

14/07/2024: Curtiss P-40C (oz1415): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

14/07/2024: Bell P-39 Airacobra (oz3518): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

13/07/2024: Jonathan Van Pigeon (oz15409): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

13/07/2024: Mistral II (oz15410): Added article, thanks to Doro.

11/07/2024: Forney Aircoupe (oz4055): Replaced this plan with a completely re-drawn version from scratch, in vector format, thanks to Mark Gerber. Also added decals.

09/07/2024: Playboy Senior (oz6384): Added printwood files, thanks to Dave Lentz. These are in 3 files: raw scan of the wooden parts, re-drawn versions in DXF and PDF.

07/07/2024: Tadpole (oz9359): Replaced this plan with a cleaner version, have removed the paper crease marks, fixed some minor alignment issues. This is easier to read now.

07/07/2024: H-101 Salto (oz15398): Added kit instructions, thanks to Pit.

06/07/2024: Blohm and Voss 141-B (oz15395): Added article, thanks to Pit.

06/07/2024: Bel-Air 40 (oz15308): Added kit review from Flying Models, November 1982, thanks to RFJ.

01/07/2024: Not Quite 48 (oz14809): Added STL file for cowling, thanks to CharlieFite.

30/06/2024: Senior Telemaster (oz9275): Added review from RCM, April 1973, thanks to Burkhard.

30/06/2024: Boeing P-26A Peashooter (oz15384): Added article, thanks to Pit.

29/06/2024: R-1 Chambermaid (oz7515): Added article, thanks to julio see his post on HPA at [link]

27/06/2024: Northern Light F1J (oz15378): Added article, thanks to Pit.

26/06/2024: Super Esquire (oz15184): Added kit review from Flying Models June 1981, thanks to RFJ.

24/06/2024: Courtesan (oz294): Added article, thanks to rocketpilot.

23/06/2024: Spitfire XIV (oz5142): Added later article written by Bill Henn, thanks to JeffGreen. This is from a posting on HPA by 'stupid' see [link]. This includes type history, then full build notes on the model, trimming and flying.

23/06/2024: Yak-3 (oz5145): Added article, thanks to Monty.

23/06/2024: Spitfire XIV (oz5142): Added article, thanks to Monty.

23/06/2024: Vought F4U Corsair (oz747): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

23/06/2024: Spitfire I (oz2460): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

23/06/2024: Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero (oz631): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

23/06/2024: bf109E (oz1020): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

22/06/2024: Hawker Hurricane (oz1512): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

22/06/2024: Grumman F6F Hellcat (oz3505): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

22/06/2024: Grumman F4F Wildcat (oz3495): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

22/06/2024: Skeeter (oz8041): Replaced the article file, now in colour, thanks to theshadow.

21/06/2024: Rearwin Skyranger (oz15365): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

20/06/2024: Big Bingo (oz12116): Replaced the manual with a complete copy, 16 pages (inc 2 pages of parts ID), thanks to EugeneChernosky.

20/06/2024: Dewoitine D.520 (oz15325): Added more photos [pics 008-012], thanks to Robert Schlickewitz. These show a variant with separate rubber power unit.

20/06/2024: Heinkel He 100D (oz1685): Replaced the tiled plan (MAN print, from Pit) with a stitched version, now on a single sheet, thanks to RogerB. Since this is a fullsize plan that shows the formers, complete, I have set this one as the main plan file now. See supplement files for previous version (the Flyline plan) and separate printwood, etc.

20/06/2024: Cessna 140 (oz1047): Replaced this tiled plan with a single sheet version, thanks to theshadow.

20/06/2024: Fairey Junior (oz12409): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, now at 400 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

20/06/2024: Biplum (oz7035): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, now at 400 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

19/06/2024: Fun Scale Spitfire (oz11623): Added electric conversion article from Model Builder Feb 1995, thanks to rocketpilot.

19/06/2024: AcroPro (oz15357): Added parts ID pages, thanks to Jon. 4 pages at A4 size. These could be scaled up to show fullsize parts.

19/06/2024: Heinkel He 100D (oz1685): Added printwood scan from the Flyline kit, (also inc decals), thanks to Pilgrim.

19/06/2024: Heinkel He 100D (oz1685): Added alternate plan, thanks to Pit. This is the MAN version of the plan, tiled over 8 sheets, but includes the formers.

18/06/2024: C-3605 Schlepp (oz1430): Added article, thanks to PeterIngels.

17/06/2024: Majorette (oz43): Added article, thanks to ilgk48, this is an extract from his full magazine scan as posted on HPA at [link].

17/06/2024: Picker 1 (oz14904): Added specification sheet, and some model photos, thanks to Bruce Conway.

17/06/2024: ASW-17 (oz7626): Added kit review from Model Builder, July 1973, thanks to RFJ.

15/06/2024: Skimmer 400 (oz15248): Replaced the instructions file with a complete version, 6 pages in total, thanks to dcy, Jay Burkart.

14/06/2024: Aggressor (oz15352): Added printwood scan, thanks to Dilwyn.

13/06/2024: Cap 230 (oz15336): Added article part 2 (Prototype Parade pages), thanks to Graham.

12/06/2024: Curtiss Wright Coupe (oz15343): Added article, thanks to Pit.

11/06/2024: Satellite 1000 (oz3725): Added kit review from Model Builder, November 1973.

08/06/2024: Lion (oz9432): Added article thanks to AndySnelson. This is chapter XV from the book "Models for Flying" by Rippon and Sparey, circa 1938.

08/06/2024: Northern Arrow (oz11653): Added (another) article, thanks to AndySnelson. This is chapter XII from the book "Models for Flying" by Rippon and Sparey, circa 1938.

06/06/2024: Cap 230 (oz15336): Replaced article file with complete version, thanks to RFJ.

04/06/2024: Carousel (oz15332): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

04/06/2024: Wakefield Winner (oz5395): Replaced this plan with a re-scaled version, now at fullsize, thanks to HobiePilot. This now shows correct full wingspan of 44 in on sheet #1, and a wing rib with chord of 5 inches on sheet #2.

03/06/2024: RC Floater G-110 (oz12121): Added kit review from Model Builder, December 1973, thanks to RFJ.

03/06/2024: Water Sprite (oz15241): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to AndySnelson. This again is a scan of the 7 x 5 paper page, enlarged to fullsize at 50 in wingspan. Much easier to read now, text is mostly clear.

01/06/2024: Flite Streak (oz2652): Added decal, thanks to dfritzke.

31/05/2024: Mini Sunduster (oz15323): Added kit instructions and printwood scan, thanks to AdrianCulf.

31/05/2024: Curtiss SB2-C Helldiver (oz3571): Added decal sheet and parts tracing, thanks to DuaneHolliger.

31/05/2024: Buzzard (oz15282): Added kit instructions, thanks to SteveHoughton.

30/05/2024: AM Cabin Duration (oz4190): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to AdrianCulf. Scanned from fullsize.

30/05/2024: Cub (oz14736): Added kit review from Model Builder, June 1978, thanks to RFJ.

30/05/2024: One 70 Toon (oz15317): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to Tom Binkley.

29/05/2024: Streamlined Cyclone (oz15319): Added later article thanks to Pit. This is part of a biography of Ninetto Ridenti, and includes some excellent pics of his Streamlined Cyclone.

29/05/2024: Rhoenkaempe (oz12077): Added (translated) instructions in English, thanks to Buzz.

28/05/2024: Cirrus (oz8532): Added the 2 missing pages to the end of the mods article.

28/05/2024: Junior Tiger (oz7200): Added kit instructions, thanks to MarkFain.

28/05/2024: Cirrus (oz8532): Added mods article, titled "Mods to a Cirrus" written by Howard G McEntee, from MAN March 1972, thanks to Pit.

28/05/2024: Aspis (oz2920): Added spec sheet for 46 inch version, thanks to Mark Robinson.

27/05/2024: Jetster 20 (oz5955): Added kit review from Model Builder, October 1981, thanks to RFJ.

27/05/2024: Dynos (oz14177): Added printwood (incomplete) thanks to Mark Robinson.

25/05/2024: Griffin III (oz3108): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

24/05/2024: Cloud Elf (oz15304): Added article (from Aeromodeller June 1939) thanks to Mark Robinson.

23/05/2024: Buzzard (oz15282): Added printwood scan, thanks to Simon Rogers.

23/05/2024: Bel-Air 40 (oz15308): Added kit review from RCM, September 1982, thanks to RFJ.

23/05/2024: Ladybird (oz715): Have replaced this plan with a corrected version (again). This fixes an error in the printwood scan: printwood 3 of 5 (with the instrument panel) was oversized.

23/05/2024: P-39 Airacobra (oz7467): Added kit instructions, thanks to Ryan Bollig.

22/05/2024: Electra (oz6614): Added kit review from Model Builder, September 1987, thanks to RFJ.

22/05/2024: Zenith 40 (oz14370): Replaced this plan with a clearer version. This is derived from the raw scan posted by jebnor on the AF site (in greyscale at 173 dpi). This here version has had a minor cleanup, is now a 2-color bitmap at 300 dpi.

20/05/2024: Stomper (oz4653): Replaced this planfile with a re-scaled version, thanks to HJvanTol.

18/05/2024: Goldberg Sailplane (oz1058): Added kit review (of the P&W kit) from Model Builder, March 1988, thanks to RFJ.

18/05/2024: Charybdis (oz5275): Replaced this planfile with a clearer copy, thanks to Pit.

17/05/2024: Charybdis (oz5275): Added copy of a letter from Charles MacCutcheon, written in1995, in which he talks about the design process, thanks to Pit.

17/05/2024: Charybdis (oz3541): Replaced this plan with a full size scaled version, thanks to theshadow.

17/05/2024: Horten Ho 229 (oz13371): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

17/05/2024: Bede BD8 (oz6816): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow. This is a 300 dpi print, with no missing central band.

17/05/2024: Sperry Messenger (oz1281): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy. This has been corrected for scaling and cleaned up, also edited to fill the missing central band.

16/05/2024: Pylon Buster (oz1915): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

12/05/2024: Eclipse (oz14781): Added kit review from Model Builder, December 1990, thanks to RFJ.

12/05/2024: Piper Tri Pacer (oz15285): Added the missing sheet 4 of 4 now.

11/05/2024: Beechcraft H18 (oz15284): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to Pilgrim. This includes some previously missing sheets that show all fuselage formers, also full nacelle and retract drawings. Fullsize at 300 dpi.

11/05/2024: Bugs Ear (oz13055): Added ribs drawing, thanks to Jim LaLone.

09/05/2024: Water Sprite (oz15241): Added original article, thanks to Andy Snelson. This is an extract from the Book 'Models for Flying' see details below. Also alternate plan scan, still low res, now in greyscale.

07/05/2024: Spirit (oz13188): Added kit review from Model Builder, August 1991, thanks to RFJ.

06/05/2024: Rearwin Speedster 6000 (oz692): Added (later) 'Vintage Corner' article from Aeromodeller, Mar 1990, detailing Doug McHard's build of this model, thanks to ilgk48 and his post on HPA of the full magazine scan, see link.

06/05/2024: Tri Valley Top Dawg (oz5810): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

06/05/2024: Skeeto SA-8 (oz11726): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

05/05/2024: Sonic Booms (oz5812): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

05/05/2024: Cardboard 500 (oz9170): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

05/05/2024: Snorter (oz15271): Added further article, thanks to Pit. This is a story from AT 1936 titled "Improved Snorter" that includes detailed 3 view drawings of the aircraft.

04/05/2024: FAIman III (oz15268): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

04/05/2024: Senior Telemaster (oz9275): Added kit review from Model Builder, May 1993, thanks to RFJ.

03/05/2024: Stunt-Wind (oz3616): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.

03/05/2024: Das Ugly Stik (oz6801): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to BurkhardE.

02/05/2024: Starbomb (oz15266): Added article, thanks to Pit.

02/05/2024: Piper Cub 40 (oz13332): Added kit review from Model Builder, July 1995, thanks to RFJ.

01/05/2024: Little Traveller (oz15263): Added article, thanks to Tom Binkley.

29/04/2024: Banshee (oz15246): Added 2x jpgs showing wing section detail, thanks to Beppe.

29/04/2024: P-51B Mustang (oz15259): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

29/04/2024: Douglas A2D Skyshark (oz13605): Added article, thanks to RogerB who found the MaxFax issue at HPA see link.

27/04/2024: Gone Goose (oz3875): Added printwood, thanks to Eric Specht.

25/04/2024: P-40E Warhawk (oz13591): Added kit review from Model Builder November 1975, thanks to RFJ.

24/04/2024: Weeks Solution S1-WS (oz13564): Added instructions, thanks to DougSmith.

22/04/2024: Fairchild 24-R (oz325): Added article, thanks to theplanpage.com

22/04/2024: Banshee (oz15246): Added (original) article from FM Sept 1971 also kit review from MAN, May 1973, thanks to RFJ.

21/04/2024: General News: Very busy here at the moment, lots going on right now so again, if you are waiting on a reply to an email, this may take a while. Thanks for your patience :)

20/04/2024: Grasshopper (oz14888): Added kit review from Model Builder September 1996, thanks to RFJ.

19/04/2024: Boeing L-15 (oz15240): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

18/04/2024: Vendetta (oz6721): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 300 dpi, thanks to Rennfahrer.

17/04/2024: Short Scion (oz15235): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

17/04/2024: Der Jager (oz1893): Added extra sheet showing rib outlines, also engine mounting sheet, thanks to Paco.

17/04/2024: Wild Thing (oz15214): Added kit review from Model Builder, March 1993, thanks to RFJ.

17/04/2024: Stinson SM-2 Junior (oz2624): Added complete article, thanks to theshadow.

16/04/2024: DH Comet 88 (oz15234): Added article, thanks to Pit.

16/04/2024: Jezebel (oz9113): Added article, thanks to Francis Grassham.

16/04/2024: Warbirds (oz7023): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy at 600 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

16/04/2024: Skyrider (oz8689): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy at 600 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

16/04/2024: Werewolf (oz4668): Added article, thanks to the shadow.

16/04/2024: Rivets (oz5005): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy at 600 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

16/04/2024: Electraglide 62 (oz5272): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy at 600 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

16/04/2024: Bi-Fly (oz6637): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy at 600 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

16/04/2024: Tornado II (oz54): Added article drawings, thanks to Pit.

16/04/2024: Tornado II (oz54): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy at 400 dpi, thanks to theshadow.

15/04/2024: JN-4 Jenny (oz9785): Added parts and decals, thanks to RogerB, who found these on HPA posted by skyraider, see link. Parts CAD drawing work by Aerowerkes.

14/04/2024: Liberty Sport (oz6112): Replaced instructions with a clearer copy, thanks to Paco Moreno de Barreda.

14/04/2024: De Havilland DH6 (oz15230): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

14/04/2024: Sperry Messenger (oz13610): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

14/04/2024: Piper PA-25 Pawnee (oz3934): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

14/04/2024: Lockheed Little Dipper (oz3117): Added article, thanks to theshadow.

14/04/2024: Gull Wing (oz6253): Replaced article with a clearer version, thanks to theshadow.

14/04/2024: Eel (oz11910): Replaced article with a clearer version, thanks to theshadow.

14/04/2024: F-16A (oz15059): Added kit review from Radio Modeller February 1982, thanks to RFJ.

14/04/2024: T-19 (oz15222): Added article, thanks to RFJ.

14/04/2024: Berliner (oz15221): Added article, thanks to Miguel.

14/04/2024: Bonzo - Buster (oz15220): Added article from American Modeler, July 1961, thanks to RFJ.

07/04/2024: General News: It's going to be quiet around here on Outerzone for the next 8 or 9 days. We are going away for a week. By all means carry on sending in plans etc and we'll just queue everything up and work through them all when we get back. I will check to see the site is running ok, but if you are awaiting an answer to an email, this might take a while. Steve.

06/04/2024: Zue (oz6208): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 400 dpi from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.

06/04/2024: Roulet (oz1648): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 400 dpi from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.

06/04/2024: Lil Beau Bipe (oz1601): Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.

04/04/2024: General News: Apologies to anyone - everyone?! - who has written to us recently but hasn't had a reply yet. I've had a lot of family "stuff" lately. Aiming to get on top of the inbox today :-) Mary x

03/04/2024: Tadpole (oz15208): Added complete article, thanks to Pit.

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