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[PaulBradley]

I think we need to remember than this GB is for Australian-MARKED aircraft - particularly those AX-XXX and VH-XXX aircraft, rather than aircraft flown by Australians.

In that regard, only one Hurricane ever received Australian markings and while it wasn't serialled as an AX-XXX, I'm willing to make that exception.

[JohnRatzenberger]

I think we need to remember than this GB is for Australian-MARKED aircraft - particularly those AX-XXX and VH-XXX aircraft, rather than aircraft flown by Australians.

In that regard, only one Hurricane ever received Australian markings and while it wasn't serialled as an AX-XXX, I'm willing to make that exception.

Photo & color profile in September Model Aircraft of this aircraft in two different schemes.

[DH-Drover]

Not to mention the Lancasters of 460,463 and 467 Squadrons noted in ADF serials as being under RAF control.

Dai

[PaulBradley]

Clearly it dependson whether your definition of Australian markings includes RAF aircraft. I was taking a stricter line - prefering aircraft with VH-XXX or AX-XXX serials, but if you, Bruce or Dai, are willing to build one of those aircraft, I'll say to go for it.

[PaulBradley]

OK, how about "any Australian-marked aircraft, plus those operated by designated RAAF squadrons serving with the RAF in WWII, and AFC aircraft serving with the RFC in WWI, and up until the formation of the RAAF in 1921."?

[PaulBradley]

Clearly, Bruce. Tell you what - why don't you come up with the definition of what is and isn't appropriate and I'll go along with it.

[PaulBradley]

[DH-Drover]

While I think that "Aircraft in Australian Service" is a good catch all I would be a bit disapointed to see a heap of aircraft in RAF markings and serials.

Dai

[JohnRatzenberger]

While I think that "Aircraft in Australian Service" is a good catch all I would be a bit disapointed to see a heap of aircraft in RAF markings and serials.

Dai

I agree, which is why the original intent, so stated in that thread and repeated in the first post in this thread, was "in Australian markings".

[PaulBradley]

As this conversation has started to distract and potentially diminish the intent of this GB, as this GB's Moderator, I have decided on the following parameters:

Any aircraft operated by RAAF, RAN and Australian Army aviation units, including the 450- and 460-range of squadrons, and any Australian-registered civilian aircraft, are eligible for this GB. If you have any questions about eligibility of your chosen subject, please contact me by PM for clarification.

Now, gentlemen, please go ahead and set up your build threads ready for the start on Saturday. If anyone else wishes to join in, just pipe up here, then set up your thread. Don't forget to vote for your choice of what I'll be building - it's still very close!

Above all, have fun!

[MerlinJones]

I'm clear now to join...

Regards,
Bruce

[PaulBradley]

Cool, thanks Bruce!

[PaulBradley]

The Frog Sea Venom is a nice little kit - I have one of the Premiere ones with very nice RAN decals.

[DH-Drover]

I'll be about a week late starting as we are off to Cooma for a week or so.

Bruce. Bring your winter woolies with you and check the the met. It's somewhat cold and windy at the moment. :-(

Dai

[theconfidencestoat]

Hi Guys

I'll be in with this one.....I'll do the AIrfix Sabre in RAAF markings, probably 2 OCU.....or 77 sqn , I'll see. I won't be converting the fuse to the 'Avon' version, but who'll be able to tell ?????