How Die Cast Airplane Models Are Made? World’s Biggest Model Collection
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I visited an airplane model factory in Southern China where airplane die cast models were made. The staff walked me through each process from polishing metal to painting and assembly. Just the pad printing process could be 200-300 times due to the fine details of airline liveries. Many processes are manual and require precision. It was an eye-opener to see how airplane models are made!
Then I met with Todd, one of the biggest airplane model collectors at The Airplane Shop. He walked me through some of the latest GeminiJets interactive series which feature open nose door on B747, flaps down and side cargo doors. Todd showed me some of his favorite models including American Airlines B747, Air India B747, Cathay Pacific Convair 880 and JAL Disney Sea B747-400.
Stephen Koulouthros, one of the biggest airplane model collectors with thousands showcased his collection in Panama. His collection includes a rare 1:3 scale Embraer 195. The video also included other collector’s models at the end to celebrate the hobby.
TH-cam seems to no longer allow URLs on comments and video descriptions. Here are the 3 winners out of 1,901 entries. Congratulations to Alex B, Gregory B and Kenneth L. Winners will be contacted in the next 3 days.
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@SamChui
Excuse me...
The person who is featured in the video who owns a Model Aircraft collection in Panama... Is it public? What's the name? I would love to visit it when I'm there next year...
How can I get in touch with that person?
Missed out because there was no link…
It’s really sad
Aw dang I’m sad I didn’t win but congrats to those who did.✈️
70 years ago (as a child) I would stop in front of the windows of aviation offices (KLM, SABENA, PanAm, AirFrance...) and stare for hours at such large models with a glass fuselage and visible passenger seats. Today, thanks to you, this memory came back to me
I get you! Here in Bogota, I used to do the same in the late 90s with an Avianca 747. i would stare for hours while my parents bought tickets
Lol how is a 70 year old on TH-cam 😅
@@zubeirEdries tell me you're ignorant and don't know the world, without telling me 🤦🏻♂️
@@k.r.99bro I agree
@@zubeirEdries I don’t know I guess any age can watch TH-cam my grandma who is 61 watches TH-cam
Collecting models is like an addiction for me. I started when I was 14, now I'm 28. I also started with Herpa and Schaback models, and now I focus mainly on the 1/400 and 1/200 models. Over the years, my collection grew, and I have a collection of more than 450 models now
Real champ bro! Keep collecting! I only have 1!
@@bags-px7kvwe always gotta start somewhere, right? Keep collecting bro, I hope it'll bring you as much joy as it brings to me ;)
FROM WHICH WEBSITE I CAN PURCHACE AIRCRAFT MODEL
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@@dankmeme5139 I just bought my first one, a Lufhtansa a380 "New Livery" to start 2024 well, I don´t consider myself a future collector but I always have been amazed with planes in general and I would watch Mayday Air Disasters as a teen. I consider getting mostly wide bodies. Any recommendations for something next?
Thanks you @Sam Chui for making this detail model airplanes videos and I can see the chinese part video. I also have two 1:200 Scale Cathay Pacific planes! Thanks you again! 🎉🎉❤❤
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Never expected metal models to be that precise. Absolutely amazing work, and that shop really blows my mind. Paradise for aviation fans. Thanks for that report Sam, as usual brilliant done!
This is just up my alley!! As an avid av-geek, I just love how well detailed these models are. This is what really brings that price up on many of them that are of larger sizes. It must be fun to create these masterpieces, and depict the exact airplane you see at the airport or in flight.
Dear friend, unfortunately, Gemini Jets has hardly developed at a scale of 1:400, releasing identical models with old forms from the early 2000s, and it pains me to see how ugly the painting technology is here, I sincerely feel sorry for these workers, it upsets me that Gemini Jets bosses sell "backward" models by so at a low price and they are definitely profiting from this, there is a manufacturer NG model, which has models of much better quality, with modern painting technology, and with more realistic shapes, with a much greater variety of liveries and it's all at the same price, my opinion is Gemini Jets and its subsidiary JC wings got greedy, and with This must be fought! I have expressed my opinion, it will be interesting to hear your comments on this
Now I understand why they're all expensive. They're mostly handmade.
But some is some cheap plastic (mostly in like shops in airport)
Incredible to see how these are made!
I’ve been watching you for years Sam!
From myself and i’m sure the entire community would agree…
we love the content and thank you for your dedication to providing A+ content!!!!
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That was amazing Sam. Now I know why they cost so much - a lot of work to make a nice one, manual work as well as machining. I have a few favorites that I actually flew on .I imagine a lot of collectors start that way.
I’ve always loved commercial airplane models, and yes they have taken giant steps forward recently. Seeing the factory was very interesting, thank you.
OMG 😮 It's simply mind-boggling experience to view this awesome video. Sam, you're the man and my absolute hero. I can't even imagine how much thoughts, prep-work, time and sweat went into making this vid possible. Highest respect for you from the bottom of my heart.
Those collections are crazy! I am just starting mine and I don’t have a cargo plane model yet but the AN225 is just amazing! Rest in peace to the AN225. Great video Sam! ✈️
amazing models!
absolutely love the hard work and effort those people put in to make this hobby fantastic.
without them we wouldn’t have these models.
thank you for the showing us the process.
Amazing and I've been waiting for this video. I didn't know how much hands were involved in making a model. It makes me appreciate the models a lot more. Love it!❤
I always was curious about this models factories, thank you Sam to finally let us get in one of this. Amazing job. Beautiful collections too. Love scales models, I am truly addicted to them.
Thank you for making this video @SamChui! My son has been an AV geek since since he was 5, now at 11 he loves to collect Gemini Jets and watch your videos! He's been in the airplane model store you are filming in and is happy you got to show us more about the making of the models. Thanks again! 🤩✨️💖
I was always curious about how these models are made. I am amazed at the level of detail that goes into the construction of these models. Thank you for bringing this content.
Cannot explain in words how happy you made me with this gesture dearest Sam. Thank you so much for featuring my collection. ❤❤❤
impressive indeed...way to go!!!!
@@martinvareed8756 Thank you so much❤️
The attention to detail on these is just exemplary. Absolutely brilliant craftsmanship.
You should come to Stockholm Arlanda sometime and try out the 747 Jumbo Hostel!
I've always been a fan of model planes and it's been part of my journey as a pilot to collect models of my favourite aircraft. JC Wings, Gemini Jets, Inflight and many others have really done a great job for avgeeks like myself, allowing us to own a small version of our favourite planes and it's an amazing hobby
I still have my old airliner models and a plushie of a 747 from when I was a kid. These diecast jets have really really evolved into something amazing. I'm more of a military aviation collector but even there the details from missile markings, ejection handles, cockpits are insanely detailed nowadays. I see the future of these models would have parts of it actually light up with a magnetic charger as a display pad.
To see all the hand work and detail that goes into these. It really makes you appreciate them even more.
It is incredible to see how these are made!
I’ve been watching you for years Sam!
From myself and I'm sure the entire community would agree…
we love the content and thank you for your dedication to providing A+ content!!!!
Ahh.. childhood memories. Playing with those airplane die-cast was incredible
I miss thos good old quality models tvey had 10 years ago
Sams zest for aviation is so good to watch. Such a unique channel, showing the human side and the proccess involved in aviation.
Thanks Sam for this cool metal Airplane collection video. I never knew there existed such diverse collections and so detailed. Very interesting.
Dear Sam Chui, thank you for making a video about the model production. Its insane how much work and detail is in one model! Because of you i got a model collector in 1/200. Thank you so much ❤❤❤. I am watching your videos for a long time, watched all of your videos and i love them all. I hope a get the chance to win one of these beautiful models. I wish everyone a beautiful day! Best regards and Love by Emanuel from Germany 🇩🇪 A big THANK YOU to Sam Chui your the best 😊❤
Great video sam! Now i look at all my models and think a lot of hard work was put into it!
I love this video. Watched it from beginning to end. Brought me back to childhood memories of riding it. Loved every second of it.
Finally! Sam, you made a video on Aircraft die cast models . You took me back in time to my childhood days, really , really loved watching this video/episode on a hobby that I love. Thank you Sam, for reigniting the fire inside me.
Please do add an episode on this lost hobby occasionally…..
Thank you once again and much love and respect
Awesome! I just got back into Gemini jets collecting and I am super excited to collect more models!
Sam, I live in Vegas. Been watching for 8 years. Have 300 models. Love for you too see it
It's surprising how the manufacturers pay so much detailed attention while making the models, Lots of respect and salute to them. Sam, I've been watching for about 8 years. Thank You for the effort you put into making these videos. I would love to participate in this give away of yours.
Truly a pleasure to watch Todd talking about the models. You can feel the pasion in his face and words. Send this give away Antonov to Brazil where you have been last videos. It would be amazing add it to my modest three 1:200 models. Good vibes Sam!
I collect Hobby Master 1/72 military. Them and Gemini are top notch. I have some other brands that cost more, but I'm glad you got to go and see how detailed they are in their processes. Even selecting planes to be made is a process and the photos they need to make them accurate is just amazing.
Stephen's collection is insane, love that DC-10 model
Same
Really nice to watch the miniature aircrafts manufacturing.
Thank you for sharing the video.
Thanks Sam.
Model factory is amazing. So much detail🙌🙌
Loved this episode, such detail, I see why they can justify the price.
Bro, this is a PARADISE FOR AIRPLANE LOVERSS, DAMNNN❤❤❤❤
This is carzy thank you @sam for showing us this. I never know how much work goes into making a model Airplane.
They should received awards for this masterpiece! I just speechless! They are amazing!
Hi Sam I am a relatively new aviation geek and I love collecting model planes but I was inspired by you am I love watching your vids keep up the good work👍👍👍
Sad part for aviation followers for what happened with this giant Antonov flight, but glad to see the model will live forever among the aviation enthusiast.
Thanks Sam for such great videos
Sam,
Love the variety you are putting in your vlogs related to aviation. Very entertaining, unique and keep it up.
Great video sam! Now i look at all my models and think a lot of hard work was put into it! All the videos which you publish are all amazing with such a amazing content
Your original Gemini video is what got me into the hobby…..you cost me alot of money, Sam!!!! LoL 😂
Thats really cool! Always wanted to see how they are made
I’m a huge collector. We have thousands believe it or not. This is what I appreciate SO much is the Little details. It’s a true Talent that not everyone has including me. Ha We Love what they do for us abide collectors. Thanks Sam! Great Channel Sir.
Edit* and his collection is Sweet. Great Collection.
Todd looking like a real aviation enthusiast. Great video guys...
OMG this is my dream. Thank you so much for showing us this. ❤
Great video! I love the concept! I LOVE LOVE LOVE SEEING THE MODELS BEING BUILT! This has to be MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE VIDEO YOU’VE EVER MADE! I am such a model fanatic and collector who spends way too much time and money on aircraft models but to see them being produces takes the cake! Also I have one of those Cathay Pacific 747-400 models by Herpa Wings 1/200th scale dating back from the late 90s-2000s with that special green livery! I wasn’t even born yet but my excellent condition model is a relic from my parents honeymoon trip to Hong Kong 🇭🇰 in 2000 when they flew upstairs in B-HQX that 744 in First Class! What a special memory for them and an excellent model that I love! Also I loved seeing that Emirates 🇦🇪 A350 model I hope to get my hands on one soon and I hope to fly Emirates on the Inaugural A350 flight or 777X flight! I’d be fine with either as I am a huge fan of Emirates and their new fleets, however the 777/777X family still holds my favorite spot even above the A350 as beautiful as it is and no plane even the 777 can overtake the 747 for me as my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE The Queen Of The Skies!
Cheers 🥂
What a GREAT VIDEO my friend! Really!
-Caleb’s Aviation
P.S. I entered the AN-225 contest hope I win! 🥇
Also plz check me out I’d really appreciate that.
How did you enter, i can’t find the link in the comments?
Thanks Sam for showing us these amazing models !
Thank you @samchui for this video. We just loved it.
I saw the An-225 fly over my house a few years ago from Prestwick to Kyiv, what an awesome sight at 16,000ft, the six engine contrails were epic.
That is incredible Sam! I have collected Gemini Jets for years but I never realized the work and care that went into making them. Thank you for sharing this unique opportunity!
This is one of your best videos. I have about 10 aircraft models. Collection will grow.
Sam, you get an A+ for one of the most unique videos ever on TH-cam! Nice work. Very interesting. I had no idea aviation-lovers collect airplane models.
Thank you Sam 😊🎉🎉🩵🩵
Hey Mr Chui. Since I was a tiny co-pilot at age 4, I've journeyed with you through every takeoff, landing, and mid-air adventure on your channel.
Now, at 8 years old, I might be too young for the real cockpit, but with your airplane model in my hands, my imagination will take flight every day. Think of it as investing in the future of aviation, because every great pilot starts with a dream, and a model airplane to chase it. Here's to more airborne dreams and journeys together! ✈️"
Fantastic video Sam, thank you for sharing the production process with us! I was able to visit that store a year and a half ago. Walked in and you could not wipe the smile off my face. 😁
Thank you Sam for another great video! Always been a fan of yours for years now! I work in health care but aviation is really in my heart 😊😊😊
This is awesome... I want them all ✈️
So cool love the videos keep it up
Been waiting for a factory diecast tour for over a decade, the last one was I think was a Herpa AN-225 video going back to 2011. Thanks for making this video Sam.
Excellent showing of the Die Cast Airplanes
My late brother had 10 display cabinets in his 1 bedroom apartment. Over 1200 diecast airline models. He had them all cataloged on a spreadsheet and all the boxes for them. It took me and 2 friends almost 2 weeks to pack them all up. I kept them for a few years and finally sold them all on eBay.
Now i have to order the AN225. Id be so excited to win 1.
This is one of my favorite episodes that you have made!
This was a very fascinating to see how they are made. Thanks Sam Chui for great content again.
Nice one Sam I have some airplane models
Me too
@@leonschanel4886 I have a380 a350 787 777 747 a320 a321 737MAX 8 and concorde
Where is the giveaway link?
Todd Michael's! He is a legend when it comes to Gemini Jets! Saw him a few years ago at the airplane store. This was an awesome video Sam! Loved it!
Very interesting factory tour, nice to see the behind the scene of how a model is made, love the 777x folding winglet
hay
How can i buy it?
Wow 🤩
Las Vegas or their website
Thank you for this video. It was about time we saw this process. Nobody had done it before
I’ve been collecting airplanes for years now and it’s great to see how they’re produced!
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I'm big fan of model airplanes especially Gemini jets. Thx
Awesome! Own a few but never would have guessed the process behind the production!
Always wondered how, our favorite models are made. Thanks for the inside views. Keep the 747 hi in your soul
Great content! Love to see all the different models.
This got to be one of the best videos from Sam! I feel like visiting a candy shop!!!
I am so amazed with all the different airplane models. Must be awesome to own one.
Another great video from Sam. Always so varied, engaging and interesting. Thanks Sam.
Thanks you so much.I collect diecast models and I've never seen how they were made before
Sam this is a great video. Because of your last video with Gemini Jets I started collected and it was great to see how they are made. I hope to visit the store next time I'm in Vegas. Thanks for sharing.
You don’t realize how happy this video makes me !
My first tour of a model airplane factory thanks to you
Fascinating!
It's crazy on how aviation has build up! And we are making airplane models now it's crazy!
I loved these as a kid, I had dozens, and now my Nephew has a lot, and I keep buying him them, these are amazing
amazing video Sam!
Suggest you to make a similar video on how plastic models are designed and produced.
Thank you so much Sam 🤩🫶🏻 I have always wanted to see behind the scenes to building the models we all love and collect. It’s incredible how they make them and get to you in pristine condition. I’ve been collecting Gemini jets since I was 12 over 26 years now. Starting with the 1:400 scale. Now I collect the 200. Thank you again for creating these videos for us. Made my day and sure many others ❤
Todd's a great guy! Got to hang out with him this summer in Dallas, super genuine airplane lover!
This is sooo cool Sam to see how the models are made and the Antonov 225 model would look really cool in my cabimet at home :)
Great video to watch. I am delighted to see Todd displaying the Air India B747-200 which I had produced using my Retro Models brand name.
You are the GOAT when it comes to aviation blogging
I started out collecting with 1:250, 1:200 plastic scales. Most you get from inflight airline magazines and from stores such as The Airplane Shop. Recently I got more into the die cast in 1:200 and was nice to see how they are made as in using a injection machine to pour the melted metal. I figured they were hand milled. Oh how I wish I had the budget and more like space for soo many models. Most of mine are in storage. I would love to have a large scale model in my living room as a show piece like those of Stephen Koulouthros collection, used to be in awee as a kid and still am whenever I see one at an airport or Travel agent office. It brought a smile to my face to see the Antonov model, especially being how the actual plane unfortunately met its demise.