"tisnow modeling het sores. (740K eyes s in this ho- who return to it after a while. This volume 's also for everyone who wants to get the essence of every modeling discipline in a single volume, CTT nea tt Fy gs 5 Covers techniques that are standard in aircraft modelling collected ina single book. An essential guide to everything there is to know presented in different levels of difficulty from the most basic to the most advanced. RA re Rois keke ues co G3 §MODELISMO PANZER!Dbiributed by Chit Edtor Javier Lopez de Anca Original ideo and Art director Mig Jiménez. Editorial Management Carlos Cussta cover Antonio Alonso Layout Jorge Porto Artie Assistant lain Hamilton, Atetsje Photogrenher dose irc Sijing & Community Manager Elizabeth Wiese Sting Assistant ila Gomez Aas Bie A Collaborators Mario Gabas Mett MacDougal Philippe Roger Jamie Haggo Marek Novacek Andy Brown Oto Drobik Translation Marta Ramirez Gomez Printed in Navarra (Spain) ‘The Weathering Aircraft por ‘AMMO of Mig Jiménez Printed in Spain sr thewesthrngsi DLNA 2484-2016 ISSN 2445-1177 Abril 2018 For the modeler, a plane based in the desert is @ gold mine of weathering opportunites. Every feature becomes the perfect platform on which fo test all kinds of painting and weathering techniques. This Is no sral challenge! We must have a clear understanding of how we want the aircraft to look to plan the proper effects and techniques. Beginning with the base color through fo the final touches, each layer wil influence the resut. In general, we mil have to use very light colors because the desert sun beats down on the fuselage discoloring the original camouflage and markings. In acdition, we must document and study where chips end scratches occur, this effect is unique in these ard scenarios where the abrasive dust in suspension produces countless small flaws in paint work. We cannot overlook the unique aspects of the interior areas including the cockpit. Logically, the pilots dreg sand and gravel into their cabins, causing ‘wear and accumulation in the most unsuspected places The harsh conditions of the desert will consequently influence the realistic wear we will apply on our models. For example, engines tend to leak oil and fuel easly due to the high temperatures at which they had to operate. On the other hand, the nights in ths type of climate are very cold and the morning daw dragged the dirt accumulated during the day, leaving interesting stains on fuselages. Sometimes the planes hhad to face the extreme harshness of phenomena such as sand storms, which raises sand and gravel from the ground, raining debxs onto the aircraft producing damage of varying intensity Perhaps the most obvious and best known effect for this environment isthe dust, which can be present almost anywhere on the plane. This includes some areas in which we ere not used to seeing it, 2s isthe case with engines. We also find thatthe wheels get cirty by rong across dust covered runways and improvised dirt airstrips, while also kicking up gravel and stones that impact the bely of the plane. Even more so out of the ordinary, we cannot even leave a typical bright and clean canopy lazing since in most cases the dust accumulated quickly leaving a dul fm on the alas, But not every aspect of desert subjects is in regards to painting. ust as these distinct aircraft feature 2 vy specific range of colors in order to blend in with the environment, we mast also address possible ‘modifications with respect to standard desert adaptations and features such asthe instalation of ar filters. In conclusion, making a desert plane is a true joy forall atcraft modelers. This fascinating issue of The Weathering Aircraft shows you how to create the most realistic and dynamic desert finishes with ease Now that the pre-flight check lists dane, ets get started! |, ill be By Jevier Lopee de Anca |