56 – Mitsubishi J2M2 “Raiden” (Jack)

BAPTISÉ Jack II par les Américains, cet avion d’un remarquable dessin aérodynamique remplaça les célèbres Zeke-52 Zéro, dont la vitesse de pointe était devenue insuffisante par rapport à celle des derniers appareils américains. Comme tous les chasseurs japonais, le Raiden-11 faisait preuve d’une étonnante maniabilité.…

Blue Cheese 7 (Area 88)

The finished model: The scene: Greg’s “origin story”! Back before becoming a mercenary and joining Area 88, Greg and Bugsy – having both been dishonourably discharged from the Danish Air Force for a “misunderstanding” – are running a “Defector Taxi…

Kanzaki Returns (Area 88)

The finished model: The scene: After having returned to Japan to be with Ryoko, Shin confronts his nemesis Satoru Kanzaki.  After a night of nostalgia and competitive gamesmanship, Kanzaki reveals his intention to return to the Middle East in dramatic…

Need A Boost? (Area 88)

The finished model: The scene: Although the subterranean missile, the “Grand Slam” failed to destroy the base, the detonation destroyed a significant portion of the runway.  With the base facing attack from the Desert Aircraft Carrier, Mickey decides to attempt…