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Albatros D. V D.2284/17 rib tapes colour?
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Posted: Sunday, March 09, 2014 - 08:36 AM UTC
I've got one simple question and don't want to start a fire storm. Should I use Salmon Pink or Blue tapes on this aircraft?

Thanks, Kevin
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Posted: Sunday, March 09, 2014 - 11:29 AM UTC
Greetings Kevin,

Albatros D.V, 2284/17, Ltn.Hans Waldhausen, Jasta 37 September 1917 (6 victories). Photos indicate that it had lozenge strips cut for rib tapes. The alternative would be salmon pink

Like several other German pilots he used the Turkish Cresent moon and star along with the usual Jasta 37 livery. He came from Jasta Sch I on 26 July17 and on 27 Sept. 1917 was made a POW. The aircraft was given the British Capture # G75.

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Posted: Sunday, March 09, 2014 - 11:33 AM UTC
Thanks, Stephen, for the quick response to my question.

Kevin

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