This model represents a restored SNJ trainer flown by North American Top Gun Inc. out of Florida, USA. Last year my family arranged a flight for me for Fathers Day. I got the
full aerobatic treatment, which was a thrill of a lifetime!! The pilot even let me take the controls for some easy turns. There are 3 cameras that film your entire flight, so I get
to relive it whenever I want. Of course I had to build her.

This is the Occidental kit in 1/48...very nice with fine recessed panel lines. The cockpit is very detailed, with great instrument panels. It's pretty much out of the box,
except some screen in the air intakes, brake lines, and a hypo needle pitot tube. And, of course, my signature decal under the wing!

Photos and text © 2005 by Nick Monopoly

April 13, 2005

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