discussion Su-27 'Flanker-B'

[InFlames]

Flankers don't need special introduction. Aiframe I've decided to build served with 941st GvIAP in the early '90s at Rogachevo AB on Novaya Zemlya (Google Maps). Their task was defense of nuclear test sites and in case Cold war would turn hot, escort of Bears towards targets in the US.

Model - it's a new Trumpeter 1:72 J-11B model. Because of certain differencies between the two I used the following aftermarket parts for converting and detailing.

Neomega K-36 seat

Eduard Zoom cockpit set

Eduard Ladder

ICM Russian weapons set.

Linden Hill - Flankers on patrol decals

Everything else is scratchbuilt or additionaly detailed by me.

and on display base

More photos and an article in one of the upcoming issues of Scale Aircraft Modelling

 

[HAWKERHUNTER]

Seb. That is simply stunning. Well done.

Steve

 

[Guest]

well well well thats one nice flanker you did there first rate

mobear

 

[papa 695]

Great build Seb looks realy cool

 

[colin m]

Brilliant painting at this scale (or any scale). It's a 5* build for sure.

Colin M...

 

[tr1ckey66]

Outstanding work, simply stunning!

All the best

Paul

 

[Guest]

That is one great looking build, Seb. I've always thought the Flanker was a fantastic looking aircraft. You've certainly done it justice.

Keith

 

[Guest]

Absolutely beautiful. I can't believe this is 1/72nd, the detail of the finishes look more like they are at 1/48th.

Fantastic model.

 

[InFlames]

Thanks guys! I'm glad you like her!

 

[Guest]

I agrre with bumkerberge... hard to belive it's 1/72...

This is one of the most beautifull Su-27 what I have ever seen

Roman

 

[yak face]

Hi seb , you know i just love russian stuff, and this is simply superb. Excellent build and paintwork , and the base is perfect too . 5 star job , cheers tony

 

[Guest]

Awesome Seb,very nicely done and I thought it was a larger scale from the pics!

 

[Guest]

Hi Seb, A stunning Flanker at any scale, but unbelievable at 1/72; a well deserved 5 Star. Cheers Derek

 

[MORIARTY1177]

SWEET!

Regards

Chris

 

[InFlames]

Thanks again! and just a teaser - I'll start Su-33 in April