1:72 Aeronautica Militar Cobras Bell P-39 Airacobra In Portugese Service

The real subject

The Bell P-39 Airacobra belongs among the most easily recognized American fighters of the Second World War. The power unit sat behind the pilot's back, so the nose stayed slim, the aircraft stood on a nose landing gear and the cockpit was entered through side doors as in a car. In the armament of the Portuguese military aviation, the Aeronáutica Militar, these machines carried markings that differed distinctly from the American ones.

What the sheet contains

A standalone decal sheet in 1:72 scale with Portuguese markings for the P-39 Airacobra. The set changes the colors of the model, not its shape, and you will use it on a kit you already have at home.

How to apply the decals

• Varnish the spot under the decal to a gloss; on a matte surface air is held under the film and the edges turn white.
• Trim the decal close to the printing and dip it in lukewarm water for a few seconds.
• Take it out and wait until the film starts moving on the backing by itself; then shift it onto the model.
• Squeeze the water and any bubbles out with a soft cloth, from the center toward the edges.
• In 1:72 scale the markings are small, so work with tweezers and preferably in good light.
• On busy spots a softener helps, and once dry, overcoat the model.

Who it is for

It suits builders who want a well-known type on the shelf in an unusual color form, and collectors of 1:72 scale, where a smaller aircraft can be built quickly. You need no special tools; tweezers, a dish of water and a steady hand will do. Unless stated otherwise, the package contains only the decal sheet; the kit, paints and glue do not belong in it.