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Modern (1975-today): USA
Modern aircraft of the United States.
F-106 w/progress pics
ygmodeler4
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Virginia, United States
Joined: September 26, 2005
KitMaker: 57 posts
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Posted: Saturday, August 19, 2006 - 07:16 AM UTC
Hey Guys
Well as you know I got a knew F-106 and started it about 4 days ago. I've probably worked about 7 hours on it now. I'm building it in flight w/ the missile bay closed. I'm thinking I should put the pilot in but I like the cockpit the way it is but don't know if it would detract from the model if there wasn't a pilot in it. What do you think? Well here's my progress. I still need to do bit more filling and sanding.


ANd now for the speedbrake.


And now for the closed wheel bays.


And now for the cockpit.





And one of my favorites.

Well I hope you like it and once again please help me with the pilot decision.
all comments good or bad as well as criticism are accepted.
Thanks

Joe
Augie
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British Columbia, Canada
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Posted: Saturday, August 19, 2006 - 12:28 PM UTC
If the plane is supposed to be in flight then I'd say put the pilot in. A bit more realistic that way, IMHO.

Personally, I prefer my aircraft on the ground with the cockpit empty and canopy raised. It gives the chance to be able to see the cockpit clearer which is usually what folks like to take a peek at.
ygmodeler4
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Virginia, United States
Joined: September 26, 2005
KitMaker: 57 posts
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Posted: Sunday, August 20, 2006 - 01:15 AM UTC
Thanks for your input. I have decided to put the pilot in.
Thanks.
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