1:32 F-16C Fighting Falcon Pitot tubes

Quickboost F-16C Fighting Falcon, pitot tubes (1:32)

A resin accessory from the Quickboost (Aires) brand in 1:32 scale holding pitot tubes for the F-16C Fighting Falcon fighter. It is not an airplane model but a small replacement set that takes the place of coarser or fragile plastic parts with more precisely cast shapes. A finely cast tube looks more delicate on a finished model than injection-molded plastic does.

The real subject

The General Dynamics (later Lockheed) F-16 Fighting Falcon is a single-engine multirole fighter with a characteristic bubble canopy and a side stick. The F-16C version is single-seat and is one of the most widespread combat aircraft of its generation. A pitot tube senses air pressure for measuring speed and is a typically small but conspicuous feature of the nose of the fuselage.

Building tips

Separate the parts carefully from the casting block, clean them of mold release residue and glue them with super glue (cyanoacrylate). Because they are fragile and small, we recommend working with a magnifier and tweezers when sanding and gluing.

Who it is for

• For modelers building the F-16C in 1:32 scale who want more faithful detail.
• For those who prefer a solid and precise resin replacement for fragile plastic parts.
• For collectors of Aires and Quickboost aftermarket accessories.

The model of the airplane itself is not included in the package. It is supplied unassembled and unpainted; glue, paints and the base kit are not included.