Before the internet, all you had for reference was magazines & books. There was a modeling magazine called Replica in Scale that did an article on the HU-16B loaded with drawings of cockpit, radio compartment, etc. along with a dozen or so B&W drawings showing different markings carried by these aircraft. They also did a build/ review of the Monogram kit. Still available on Ebay...look for the 1973 issue. Always thought it was an outstanding magazine and still have all their issues.
I built one, back in the '80s, after flying Nassau to Miami on a Chalk's Airlines plane. I painted it white with blue trim, but was unable to get the Chalk's lettering on the tail. Good 1/72 scale kit.
Trumpeter makes a beautiful 1/48 scale of this USAF version it’s expensive but very detailed, NMUSAF in Dayton Ohio has one on display with the engine open and a mechanic on a work stand that folds out of the cowling
So, I been thinking of buying 1 of these, but got to wondering after watching this, what'd be the story on flying it solo, without the aid of co-pilot and engineer, as sometimes they may be unavailable when ya gotta go? Are there different procedures or what?
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I was the radio operator on this type aircraft. That small round window is where I sat. Right behind the co-pilot. 1955-56.
So was my father…
That is incredible!
I’m envious!
To me, this is a magical airplane. I love everything about it!
My Dad flew the OA-10 and the SA-16…He also flew the SB-17…Really cool video!
Is your dad still alive if I may ask?
OA-10, that is the Army Air Corp. Cat?
Sadly, no…
Yes
Monogram used to make a beautiful scale model in plastic for all to enjoy. Still available on Ebay.
Before the internet, all you had for reference was magazines & books. There was a modeling magazine called Replica in Scale that did an article on the HU-16B loaded with drawings of cockpit, radio compartment, etc. along with a dozen or so B&W drawings showing different markings carried by these aircraft. They also did a build/ review of the Monogram kit. Still available on Ebay...look for the 1973 issue. Always thought it was an outstanding magazine and still have all their issues.
I built one, back in the '80s, after flying Nassau to Miami on a Chalk's Airlines plane. I painted it white with blue trim, but was unable to get the Chalk's lettering on the tail. Good 1/72 scale kit.
I’m using these videos to help build mind accurately
Trumpeter makes a beautiful 1/48 scale of this USAF version it’s expensive but very detailed, NMUSAF in Dayton Ohio has one on display with the engine open and a mechanic on a work stand that folds out of the cowling
Red right returning is how I learned it. Guess that saying has been around for awhile now
what a innovative design
Love to get the story behind the pilots black eye.
My dream Ac ..
So, I been thinking of buying 1 of these, but got to wondering after watching this, what'd be the story on flying it solo, without the aid of co-pilot and engineer, as sometimes they may be unavailable when ya gotta go? Are there different procedures or what?
Whos recording the footage .possible time traveler?
They had video cameras in the Korean war