1:72 Compressed gas bottles (helium)

Compressed gas bottles (helium) 1:72 — an airfield support accessory (Aerobonus)

The set contains gas bottles for helium cast in resin in 1:72 scale. It is not a kit but a ground support accessory (GSE) that will bring the parking apron, a workshop or a diorama around an aircraft model to life. The manufacturer is the Czech brand Aerobonus (Aires), which specializes in resin accessories and elements of the airfield setting.

What the accessory is for

Gas bottles with technical gases belong to the common equipment of the parking apron and of maintenance. Helium and other compressed gases are used at an airfield when servicing and checking equipment; as a scenic element they give a diorama an authentic working touch.

Building and painting tips

Wash the mold release agent off the parts, separate them from the casting blocks and sand the parting lines. They are glued with cyanoacrylate glue (super glue). After spraying with primer, paint according to the typical markings of gas bottles; a wash and fine pigments will add wear and settle the bottles into their setting.

Who the set is for

• For builders of airfield dioramas and vignettes in 1:72 scale.
• For bringing a scene around an aircraft model to life with realistic elements of ground support.
• For modelers used to working with small resin parts.

This is a resin accessory for a diorama, not a model. Glue, paints and a base are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.