Updates
Recent updates
13/07/2025: Little Mo (oz16140):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, laid out on a single sheet, thanks to Circlip
13/07/2025: Prima (oz7076):
Added dihedral info page, thanks to PeterIngels.
13/07/2025: Little Mo (oz16140):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
11/07/2025: Grosse Winkler (oz8562):
Added original kit instructions, 8th edition, from 1942, thanks to AxelVPF.
10/07/2025: Ye Olde Twin Pusher (oz14779):
Added transcribed BOM (for easier reading) thanks to TomSolinski.
09/07/2025: Miles Kestrel (oz935):
Added kit review (of Super Scale Models kit) from Aeromodeller Feb 1939, thanks to CliffHarvey.
09/07/2025: P-51 Mustang (oz16134):
Added formers (mirrored), thanks to RogerB.
06/07/2025: Victory (oz425):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to MikeKelly.
06/07/2025: Fancy Pants (oz15803):
Added kit review (of the Brodak kit) from R/C Model Flyer, January 2004, thanks to RFJ.
04/07/2025: General News: Happy Independence Day to all our friends in the USA :-)
01/07/2025: Strolch (oz13742):
Added a copy of the original instructions circa 1936, thanks to Axel_VPF.
01/07/2025: Erwa 8 (oz3531):
Added scan of original instructions, thanks to Axel_VPF.
01/07/2025: Hawker Hurricane (oz1926):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.
28/06/2025: Balsa Nova 1.20 (oz12126):
Added kit review from R/C Model Flyer, March 2002, thanks to RFJ.
28/06/2025: Jabberwock (oz2978):
Added electric conversion article (from R/C Model Flyer, December 2003) thanks to RFJ.
27/06/2025: Art Chesters Jeep (oz593):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to dfritzke.
27/06/2025: Thermal Hunter (oz1830):
Added complete article, thanks to DaveD.
27/06/2025: Victory (oz425):
Added printwood, thanks to MikeKelly.
27/06/2025: Whippet (oz9223):
Added printwood, thanks to MikeKelly.
26/06/2025: Cessna C37 (oz15183):
Added printwood, thanks to dfritzke.
26/06/2025: Paddys Wagon (oz2511):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to dfritzke.
26/06/2025: Neutrino (oz7762):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 300 dpi, thanks to dfritzke.
26/06/2025: Chapter 2 (oz16109):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
24/06/2025: R40 (oz14868):
Added original instructions, in German, thanks to Axel_VPF.
23/06/2025: Sprint (oz14061):
Added kit instructions in German, also exploded view, thanks to Rene.
23/06/2025: Lanzet (oz6103):
Added catalogue page (from Robbe, 1983) thanks to Rene.
23/06/2025: Puma II (oz5541):
Added catalogue page (from Robbe, 1983) thanks to Rene.
23/06/2025: Curare 60 (oz5527):
Added instructions in German (from the Simprop kit), thanks to Rene.
19/06/2025: Chico (oz16005):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to TonyP.
19/06/2025: Oberon (oz2987):
Replaced this plan with a much clearer copy, essentially redrawn from scratch, thanks to TonyP.
19/06/2025: Vedette (oz14101):
Replaced this plan with a much clearer copy, now fullsize at 400 dpi, essentially redrawn from scratch, thanks to TonyP.
19/06/2025: Cherpaa (oz7377):
Replaced this plan with a much clearer copy, now fullsize at 400 dpi, essentially redrawn from scratch, thanks to TonyP.
16/06/2025: Guided Whistle (oz16086):
Added alternate plan, thanks to theshadow. Maybe slightly clearer and easier to read.
16/06/2025: New Bipe (oz15095):
Added LH wings vector PDF, thanks to theshadow.
12/06/2025: Bonzo (oz11293):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 400 dpi from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.
11/06/2025: Time Flies (oz16078):
Added transcribed instructions, thanks to TomSolinski.
11/06/2025: Perigee (oz2523):
Replaced this plan with a much clearer copy, thanks to Pit.
09/06/2025: Sipa S200 Minijet (oz16075):
Added article, thanks to Eric.
09/06/2025: Hurricane 40S (oz16069):
Replaced this plan with a complete version (now includes all tail parts, incorporated on extended sheet #1) thanks to Ralph.
07/06/2025: Jimmie Allen Bluebird (oz528):
Added kit instructions, thanks to dfritzke.
07/06/2025: Ultra Hogan (oz2647):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
06/06/2025: Neptune (oz16070):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
05/06/2025: Pilatus Turbo-Peanut (oz12471):
Added article, thanks to AlexanderWeber.
04/06/2025: Wasp Wings (oz6319):
Added kit instructions, thanks to MarkRobinson.
04/06/2025: Kiwi (oz6039):
Added kit instructions, thanks to JeffGreen.
02/06/2025: Sportwing (oz10571):
Added review from Model Aircraft, June 1950, thanks to RFJ.
02/06/2025: AcroPro (oz15357):
Added missing instructions pages (part 2) thanks to tblount70.
01/06/2025: Superstar (oz14903):
Added kit review from Aeromodeller, Jan 1977, thanks to RFJ.
31/05/2025: Small-E (oz16055):
Have re-scaled this plan to correct fullsize at wingspan 25-1/2 in, thanks to TomBinkley.
31/05/2025: Small-E (oz16055):
Added article, thanks to TomBinkley.
30/05/2025: New Bipe (oz15095):
Added LH wing pdf (flipped), thanks to DougSmith.
30/05/2025: Quasi Turbo Raven (oz13100):
Added article, thanks to Cesare.
30/05/2025: Thermic 50 RC (oz8481):
Added ribs file (vector format) thanks to Schink.
30/05/2025: Thermic 50 (oz4233):
Added ribs file (vector format) thanks to Schink.
29/05/2025: Stuntster (oz2801):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
29/05/2025: Thermic 50-X (oz16013):
Added ribs in vectorPDF and CAD format (zipped AI, DXF) thanks to Schink.
28/05/2025: Thermic 50-X (oz16013):
Added scan of ribs, thanks to ScottCopeland. Note these were not printed wood, these were diecut. This is a scan of the diecut sheets that came in the kit.
28/05/2025: Shoestring Stunter (oz6873):
Added complete instructions sheet, thanks to MikeInSC.
27/05/2025: Heston Phoenix (oz2448):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
27/05/2025: P-51C Mustang (oz16022):
Added vectorPDF and CAD (dxf and dwg) versions of this plan, now including all parts, thanks to Valeria367.
27/05/2025: P-51C Mustang Beguine (oz16023):
Added vectorPDF and CAD (dxf and dwg) versions of this plan, now including all parts, thanks to Valeria367.
26/05/2025: Security Sport (oz471):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to dfritzke.
26/05/2025: Fairchild (oz315):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to dfritzke.
26/05/2025: Wolfi (oz16046):
Added instructions in English, thanks to Thorsten.
25/05/2025: Husky (oz3229):
Added tailplane drawing, thanks to Andy.
25/05/2025: Curtiss Racer (oz2239):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 400 dpi from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.
23/05/2025: Sea Dancer (oz7034):
Replaced article with a clearer copy, now in colour, thanks to theshadow.
23/05/2025: Hawker Tempest (oz5461):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 400 dpi from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.
22/05/2025: Lockheed Sirius (oz933):
Added article, thanks to Pit.
22/05/2025: Lockheed Sirius (oz933):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 400 dpi from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.
19/05/2025: A-Burner (oz3364):
Added article, thanks to theshadow.
19/05/2025: MBB Bo 209 Monsun (oz16031):
Added construction notes, flight test data and photopack (from 2002), thanks to rocketpilot.
18/05/2025: Aetos (oz10482):
Added article, thanks to FrankGrassham.
18/05/2025: Yeyito (oz14618):
Added kit review from Aeromodeller, April 1984, thanks to RFJ.
18/05/2025: Cloudhopper (oz16029):
Added article, thanks to theshadow.
17/05/2025: Druine Turbi (oz16025):
Added airfoil dat zipfile, thanks to Martin Huebner.
16/05/2025: Douglas Mailplane (oz2232):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 400 dpi, thanks to dfritzke.
15/05/2025: Druine Turbi (oz16025):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
14/05/2025: Orange Box (oz7292):
Added vector parts sheets, also full plan in vector format (SVG), thanks to HansVanTol.
14/05/2025: P-51D Mustang (oz12783):
Added parts ID sheets, scanned at 1200 dpi, thanks to Pilgrim.
14/05/2025: Quax (oz15475):
Replaced this plan, now shows wing rib, thanks to JohnSmith.
13/05/2025: Gee Bee R2 (oz16011):
Added advert, thanks to PatrickFlynn.
08/05/2025: Waco YQC-6 (oz16012):
Added article, thanks to Pit.
06/05/2025: Fairchild 24R (oz16007):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
02/05/2025: Zipper (oz16000):
Added article (from AT, July 1939) thanks to RFJ.
30/04/2025: Stunt Man 23 (oz4338):
Replaced the two printwood files (pdf and CAD) with updated versions, these now include templates for canopy and landing gear, thanks to DaveLentz.
30/04/2025: Bucker 180 Student (oz3276):
Added kit review (fr), thanks to DriesNeyrinck.
28/04/2025: Ghost Rider 50 REM (oz8443):
Added kit instructions (from the Micro Mold kit), thanks to SimonRogers.
27/04/2025: Nieuport Monoplane (oz11710):
Replaced the article file with a clearer copy, thanks to AlexWeber.
27/04/2025: Jalapeno (oz14487):
Replaced this plan with a better version, essentially redrawn from scratch, thanks to TonyP.
27/04/2025: Hammer-E (oz13959):
Replaced this plan with a better version, essentially redrawn from scratch, thanks to TonyP.
27/04/2025: All American (oz14148):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version, thanks to TonyP.
25/04/2025: Domino (oz10410):
Added kit instructions (de, en) thanks to Chris Fleet.
23/04/2025: Flamingo (oz6950):
Added scan of the original (unscaled) 1938 Jasco Handbook drawing, thanks to TomBinkley.
23/04/2025: Pitts Special S-2 Big Stinker (oz9319):
Added ribs tracing (also includes cabane, wing struts) thanks to JesseBartsch.
22/04/2025: Sea Lion (oz5786):
Added article, thanks to DPlumpe.
20/04/2025: Baby Bowlus (oz15975):
Added kit review from RCM, May 1973, thanks to RFJ.
19/04/2025: Cariba (oz15719):
Added kit review from Quiet & Electric Flight, January 2014, thanks to RFJ.
19/04/2025: Spitfire IX (oz15973):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
17/04/2025: Volttimer (oz11000):
Added complete article (now includes the previously missing last page), thanks to Joerg-Michael Nussbaum.
17/04/2025: Republic RC-3 Sea Bee (oz15966):
Added catalogue page, thanks to Pit.
15/04/2025: Mini Peacemaker (oz6853):
Added article, thanks to RobinLewis.
13/04/2025: Hawker Hurricane (oz15959):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
13/04/2025: Stinson 1936 Reliant (oz4978):
Added alternate scan, thanks to dfritzke.
12/04/2025: Minnie Mambo (oz5733):
Added kit review (of the Early RC kit) from Flying Models, April 2007, thanks to RFJ.
10/04/2025: DH Comet (oz1930):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 400 dpi, thanks to dfritzke.
09/04/2025: Daedalus (oz14997):
Added decal, thanks to HolgerPeters.
09/04/2025: Bantam (oz15918):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version, thanks to theshadow.
09/04/2025: Drake II (oz65):
Added article, thanks to theshadow.
08/04/2025: Prion (oz15937):
Replaced the printwood file with a corrected version, also added kit instructions plus boxart photos, thanks to PieterLaGrange.
07/04/2025: Mr Smoothie (oz14211):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version, thanks to TonyP.
07/04/2025: Skyliner (oz11771):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version (all text and arrows replaced for clarity), thanks to TonyP.
07/04/2025: Mig 15 (oz11922):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version (all text and arrows replaced for clarity), thanks to TonyP.
07/04/2025: R40 (oz14868):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version, thanks to TonyP.
07/04/2025: IB 10 (oz14396):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version, thanks to TonyP.
07/04/2025: AM.9 (oz14858):
Replaced this plan with a cleaned up version, thanks to TonyP.
04/04/2025: Travel Air 2000 (oz15941):
Added kit instructions, thanks to DaveRamsey.
04/04/2025: Meteorite (oz7544):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to TonyP.
04/04/2025: Laird Super Solution (oz14656):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to TonyP.
04/04/2025: Daedalus (oz14997):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to TonyP.
04/04/2025: Back to Basics S400 (oz14843):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, essentially redrawn from scratch, thanks to TonyP.
03/04/2025: Mini Super (oz14119):
Added kit instructions, thanks to PeterThomas.
01/04/2025: Piper Sky Sedan (oz15938):
Added article, thanks to Pit.
27/03/2025: Centurion Two (oz7939):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 300 dpi from fullsize, thanks to MichaelMcIntyre. Also added annotated plan showing mods.
25/03/2025: Taylorcraft 15 (oz14517):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 600 dpi, thanks to RogerB.
24/03/2025: Pionier (oz11377):
Added kit instructions, thanks to Reiner.
24/03/2025: RESsource (oz15106):
Replaced this plan with minor revision, thanks to GillesGaridel.
24/03/2025: Rapture 40 (oz13686):
Added kit review from Flying Models, September 2004, thanks to RFJ.
24/03/2025: Widget (oz6573):
Added alternate wing plan (showing built up construction) thanks to MichaelRamsey, AndyKunz.
16/03/2025: Neptune (oz6717):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
16/03/2025: Prodigy (oz15905):
Added review from RCSD, Sept 1986, thanks to Pit.
15/03/2025: Classic (oz3316):
Added kit instructions, thanks to MikeJones.
14/03/2025: Supreme Traveler (oz5654):
Added alternate plan, thanks to theshadow. This might be slightly clearer to read.
14/03/2025: Republic P-47D Thunderbolt (oz14510):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 600 dpi, thanks to RogerB.
13/03/2025: Firefly (oz11385):
Replaced this plan with a re-scaled version now at correct wingspan of 860 mm, thanks to Joost, AdrianCulf.
13/03/2025: Sorrell SNS-2 Guppy (oz4636):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.
13/03/2025: XC-1 (oz7734):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.
13/03/2025: Wild Weasel (oz10256):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to theshadow.
13/03/2025: Dreamboat (oz2167):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 500 dpi, thanks to dfritzke.
13/03/2025: Backyard Flyer (oz15899):
Added article, thanks to Pit.
09/03/2025: Honza 2 (oz2812):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 400 dpi, also added full build instructions, thanks to dfritzke.
09/03/2025: Aspirante 3 (oz15891):
Replaced this plan with a revised version, thanks to Frederico. This fixes some minor issues with print area and line thickness.
05/03/2025: Caudron (oz1035):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy scanned at 400 dpi, thanks to dfritzke.
03/03/2025: Taylorcraft (oz4973):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 500 dpi, thanks to dfritzke.
03/03/2025: Q-Tee (oz1350):
Added airfoil dat zipfile, thanks to Martin Huebner.
03/03/2025: Combat Cat (oz8353):
Added decal, thanks to David Norrid.
03/03/2025: Half Pint (oz197):
Added original article from Air Trails, July 1940, thanks to RFJ.
03/03/2025: Telemaster 40 (oz9384):
Added kit instructions (38 pages), also alternate plan on a single sheet, thanks to GlennHardebeck.
02/03/2025: General News: Apologies to anyone who has emailed recently and is still awaiting a response from me. I've had a week's holiday from everything :-) Regular service will resume shortly! Mary x
01/03/2025: Panther II (oz15875):
Added article, thanks to theshadow.
01/03/2025: Short S.1 Cockle (oz13416):
Added second sheet to the planfile, this shows parts and formers, thanks to Circlip.
01/03/2025: Texaco 13 (oz2309):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned at 400 dpi, thanks to theshadow.
28/02/2025: Jefe (oz15873):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
27/02/2025: Mutalator (oz3767):
Added article, thanks to Pit.
26/02/2025: Mutalator (oz3767):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke.
26/02/2025: Headmaster Sport 40 (oz5877):
Added kit instructions (from the Top Flite kit) thanks to dfritzke.
26/02/2025: Q-Tee (oz1350):
Added kit instructions (from the Airtronics kit), thanks to dfritzke. This is essentially a reprint of the RCM article, but does include several more build pics.
26/02/2025: Real Thing Mock Two (oz6302):
Added kit instructions (from the HOB kit), complete 7 pages, includes build photos, thanks to dfritzke.
25/02/2025: Dandy (oz4538):
Added kit instructions in German (includes photos), also instructions for fuselage with varioprop, and instructions for RC installation, thanks to AlfredVink.
25/02/2025: Katy (oz5278):
Added kit instructions (in English), thanks to AlfredVink.
22/02/2025: Super 60 (oz552):
Added kit review (of the Ben Buckle kit) from Aviation Modeller International, January 1996, thanks to RFJ.
22/02/2025: Tinkerbell (oz6306):
Added further article from Aviation Modeller International, January 1996, thanks to RFJ.
22/02/2025: Supermarine Spitfire II (oz8131):
Added printwood, thanks to TomSolinski.
21/02/2025: Focke-Wulf Fw 190A (oz14415):
Added kit review from AMI June 1999, thanks to RFJ.
17/02/2025: Phoenix (oz5864):
Added further article from Modellismo, thanks to Pit.
17/02/2025: Stunt Man 23 (oz4338):
Added redrawn printwood files (pdf and CAD), thanks to DaveLentz.
17/02/2025: Supermarine Spitfire II (oz8131):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, also added decals, thanks to TomSolinski.
17/02/2025: Boeing XF6B-1 (oz115):
Replaced this plan with a clearer version, now stitched together onto a single sheet, thanks to RogerB.
17/02/2025: M-16 (oz15849):
Added 1943 Movo catalogue page, thanks to Pit.
12/02/2025: Messerschmitt Bf109E (oz15468):
Added kit review, thanks to Pit. This is the 4 page 'Flying Scale Column' article from Aeromodeller, Dec 1972. This broadly covers all kits in the Super Stars range.
11/02/2025: Fokker D-XXI (oz15839):
Added article, thanks to Eric.
11/02/2025: Hawker Typhoon (oz1939):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize, thanks to dfritzke. Note this version includes text with additional build notes.
11/02/2025: Messerschmitt Bf-110D Zerstorer (oz4890):
Added article, thanks to dfritzke.
10/02/2025: Victory Stick (oz4317):
Added article, thanks to theshadow.
10/02/2025: Arsenal VG-33 (oz6492):
Added complete article (7 pages), thanks to theshadow.
09/02/2025: Grumman F8F Gulfhawk (oz4491):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, scanned from fullsize at 400 dpi, thanks to dfritzke.
06/02/2025: Utility Special (oz1819):
Added article pages, in colour. These are from the books.google full magazine scans [see datafile].
06/02/2025: Sierra Ghia (oz15816):
Added airfoil dat zipfile, thanks to Martin Huebner.
03/02/2025: Helios 3 (oz15812):
Added (google translated) instructions in English, thanks to Torsten.
01/02/2025: Fast Aerobatic Roundy Thing (oz14614):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
01/02/2025: Sailplane Texaco (oz15817):
Added printwood, thank to TomRyan.
31/01/2025: Olympic (oz12929):
Replaced this plan with a clearer version, thanks to TonyP. This is the same plan file, but now shows all wing ribs in the top RH corner. This fixes an issue with the damaged printwood that appears in the supplement file.
31/01/2025: Spirit of 74 (oz13785):
Replaced this plan with a clearer version (essentially redrawn from scratch), thanks to TonyP.
31/01/2025: Enigma (oz11967):
Replaced this plan with a clearer version (essentially redrawn from scratch), thanks to TonyP.
30/01/2025: Magpie (oz4410):
Added scan of the full printwood (inc decal), thanks to Allan.
30/01/2025: Piper Cherokee (oz3307):
Added decal sheet, thanks to JamesC.
27/01/2025: Cessna 182 (oz8903):
Added kit instructions, thanks to MarkSnowden.
27/01/2025: Fletcher FL-23 (oz15805):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
27/01/2025: NA OV-10A Bronco (oz15807):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
26/01/2025: Brooklyn Dodger 32 (oz5252):
Added printwood, thanks to GregRose.
24/01/2025: So-Long (oz5358):
Replaced this plan with a much clearer copy, thanks to TomRyan. Scanned from fullsize.
22/01/2025: Hansa Brandenburg W29 (oz15799):
Added the missing sheet 4 (ribs) thanks to RFJ.
17/01/2025: Skyranger 500 (oz15769):
Added article, thanks to RFJ.
12/01/2025: Prairie Dawg (oz15773):
Replaced this plan with the original drawing, scanned at 600 dpi, thanks to TomBinkley.
12/01/2025: Trixie (oz13823):
Replaced this plan with correctly scaled version at wingspan of 40 in, thanks to thkozel. This is essentially the same file, but dpi is set now to 400, down from previous 600 dpi, this gives correct scaling.
10/01/2025: Benny (oz14975):
Added airfoil dat zipfile, thanks to Martin Huebner.
10/01/2025: Mini Jazz (oz14665):
Replaced this plan and the CAD zipfile with revised versions (V1.4), thanks to HJvanTol.
09/01/2025: Griffon (oz4769):
Replaced this plan with a clearer copy, thanks to HJvanTol. This is a redrawn plan in vectorPDF format, showing all ribs and formers. For the old plan (low res) showing the drawing as printed in the magazine, see supplement 'previous' file.
09/01/2025: Nobler (oz377):
Have split this planfile now into three separate files: plan (single sheet), tiled plan (14 sheets), and the article (6 pages).
09/01/2025: Aeronca C-3 (oz4390):
Replaced this planfile now with a copy that includes the kit instructions, thanks to MartinK. This is the (previously missing) left hand sidebar of 12 x photos, showing step by step construction.
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