1:72 MD 312/315 Flamant (Azur)

Pmask 1:72 MD 312/315 Flamant, a masking set

A masking set from Pmask in 1:72 scale for a model of the French twin-engine MD 312/315 Flamant. It is neither a kit nor a set of model parts: it is an accessory that replaces the laborious job of covering the glazing with masking tape. The masks are cut to the shape of the frames and glazing parts of one particular kit of this version of the aircraft, so it is enough to lift them off the backing, lay them on and press them down.

Use

• Lift the masks off with tweezers and lay them on degreased, dry and dust-free glazing.
• Press the edges down carefully with a toothpick or a blunt wooden stick, so that paint cannot creep under them.
• Spray in thin coats: first the interior shade of the frames, then the covering color.
• Take the masks off shortly after drying, while the paint film is still flexible; later there is a risk of tearing the paint away.

The real subject

The Flamant was a French twin-engine aircraft with piston engines, developed shortly after the Second World War. It served in liaison and transport roles and for crew training, and it lasted several decades in the French Air Force. A long career and varied schemes make it a rewarding subject.

Who the set is for

For modelers who build the Flamant in 1:72 scale and want sharp transitions on the cockpit frames without lengthy tape cutting. Less experienced builders will appreciate it too, because masking is the most common place where an otherwise good model goes wrong.

The package contains masks only. The kit, paints and glue are not included.