1:32 Lockheed P-39 Airacobra - Seat Belt decals (for Special Hobby kits)

The real subject

The P-39 Airacobra was an American fighter of unusual layout: the engine sat behind the pilot's back in the middle of the fuselage and drove the propeller through a long shaft led under the cockpit floor. The cockpit was entered through side doors with a handle and a wind-down window rather than through a sliding canopy. That is precisely why the inside of the cockpit stays in view on a model of this aircraft and seat belts should not be missing from it.

What the set contains

The package carries the seat belts of the pilot's seat in 1:32 scale, prepared according to the name for Special Hobby kits. How many complete sets the sheet holds and which fittings belong to them is not stated here, so follow the illustration of the set and the enclosed instructions.

Building and painting tips

First check the method of application in the manufacturer's instructions, because the procedure differs between product lines. Have the seat finished, smooth and degreased. Lay the belts so that they pass over the edge of the shell and the loose ends lie on the seating surface rather than sticking out into space.

• Give the strap a sag by bending it over the blunt edge of your tweezers.
• Shorten excess length with a sharp blade at the edge of the print.
• Finish and varnish the cockpit before you seat the belts.
• Take care not to catch the belts when closing the cockpit doors.

Who it is for

The set suits builders in large scales who want the cockpit finished without painting tiny straps. The package holds the belts only. The model, the seat, the paints and the glue are not included, unless stated otherwise.