Watch how I build and paint Academy's F-14A and do a inflight conversion.
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Academy's Grumman F-14A Tomcat in 1/72 scale is an excellent kit with good fit and high level of detail. Unfortunately, at the time the model was built, only one VF-143 'Pukin Dogs' marking option was available. If you want a more individual version, you have to go to the accessories market. The kit contains all the parts for a B and D Tomcat as far as I could see.
I chose a VF-41 'Black Aces' bird aboard the USS Nimitz in 1981. 'Fast Eagle 102' (BuNo 160403) was involved in the Gulf of Sidra incident off the Libyan coast in which two SU-22 Fitters were shot down.
I wanted to build a dynamic in-flight version with clear signs of use. The cockpit is enhanced with resin seats and figures as well as photo-etched parts. For the main color I used AK Real Color Light Gull Gray (FS 16440). The weathering process was supported by various filters, shaders and oil paints.
Enjoy the build, paint and weathering process and feel free to leave a comment.
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Kit and Accessories ⬇️
Academy (12563) - F-14A Tomcat VF-143 "Pukin Dogs" - 1/72
Eduard (SS707) - PE parts - F-14A - Academy 1/72
Eduard (CX567) - Mask set - F-14A - Academy 1/72
Aerobonus (720027) - US Navy Pilot and Operator with seats for F-14A/B - 1/72
Wolfpack (WD72013) - F-14A Tomcat Part.4 - VF-41 "Black Aces" - Sukhoi Killers - 1/72
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00:00 Start & kit parts
00:30 Build & paint
10:08 Weathering, shading & salt
13:38 Assembly & final steps
15:23 Final reveal