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February 13, 2025

Celebrating 20 Years Online this day.

February 07, 2025

Today Harvey Low is back with a fascinating subject, the Balaton Models 1/72 S.75 GA/RT used in the Rome-Tokyo flight of June-July 1942 adorned in the Japanese Hinomaru upon lading in East-Asia. The base kit is the airliner corrected to the RT configuration used for the flight.

For those who don't know Harvey, he's a regular contributor to Scale Aircraft Modelling. If you see a copy of the Magazine in your local book shop, please do pickup up a copy and support the medium, and if there isn't a copy ask the store keepers to carry it.

December 24, 2024

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December 21, 2024

Just in time for Christmas, Luca Bossi is back with another masterpiece with his PCM 1/32 Fiat G.55 Serie I Squadriglia Compelmentare "Monetfusco-Bonet", a unit heavily involved in the fighting over Northern Italian skies in 1944.

November 23, 2024

Today an updated classic, Jean's Feature article, a 1/48 Flying Machines Fiat G.50 Serie II.

August 03, 2024

Today Krzysztof Koza brings us a wonderful build of his Trumpeter 1/48 Savoia-Marchetti S.79 II Sparviero (Sparrowhawk). Krzysztof paid much attention to detail adding some interesting aftermarket accessories such as the beautiful Yahu instrument panel and exterior detail sets. On the whole a beautiful build as we now await Kriss' next S.79 from Eduard.


June 22, 2024

One of our great contribtors over the years, his work speaks for itself. Today Luca Bossi brings us another masterpiece of perfection, an Italeri 1/72 CANT Z.501 flying boat.
May 25, 2024

Today Bruno Perfetto brings us another feature, a masterpiece of art, assembly and research, a super-detailed 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 II Sparviero of Buscaglia's machine. Probably one of the finest articles submitted to Stormo, this amongst the many great builds this site has seen over the years.
May 11, 2024

Markings and Insignia:
Messerschmitt Bf.109 Wing Fasci - Regia Aeronautica

May 04, 2024

History Artilce:
A Famous Torpedo-Bomber S.79 II Buscaglia's “281-5” - Part II by Stefano Lazzaro

April 27, 2024

History Artilce:
A Famous Torpedo-Bomber S.79 II Buscaglia's “281-5” - Part I by Stefano Lazzaro

April 20, 2024

Journal Artilce:
Of Myths and Men - Rommel and the Italians in North Africa 1940-1942 - James J Sadkovich

April 13, 2024

Colors and Camouflage:
Applying Italian WWII Camouflage by Jean Barby

April 06, 2024

Colors and Camouflage:
Camouflage and Insignia of the FIAT CR 32 Balearic Islands 1936 to 1939, Part II by Stefano Lazzaro

Part II of FIAT CR.32s in Spain.

March 30, 2024

Colors and Camouflage:
Camouflage and Insignia of the FIAT CR 32 Balearic Islands 1936 to 1939, Part I by Stefano Lazzaro

Like Alfredo's articles, this one was published on Stormo way back in 2005 and is now updated - its one my favorite articles on this site. Stefano in his usual high-quality narration gives us a well researched article and tells a great story. If you're a fan of the period (SCW) its a must read. This is Part I and Part II to follow next week.

March 23, 2024

Today Giovanni Di Nocera brings us another Fiat product, 10 pics of his beautiful Italeri 1/72 FIAT CR.42 Falco.

March 16, 2024

Luca Bossi has been with us from almost the beginning as we approach 20 yrs online, so it’s fitting that an original contributor, and one of my favorite modelers of all (see our Gallery), brings us an incredible build to mark this approaching milestone. Today a Fiat G.50 in an intricate camo scheme, difficult to do in large scales let alone 1/72, and on the old venerable Airfix 1/72 Fiat G.50.

March 09, 2024

Today Giovanni Di Nocera brings us 12 pics of his beautiful Fly 1/72 FIAT G.50bis/AS Freccia (Arrow) in the late Serie Mimetica colors and network/banded scheme.

February 24, 2024

History Article:
Fiat CR.32 Colors and Camouflage in the Spanish Civil War Part II (1936-1937) by Alfredo Logoluso

Part II, Color and Camouflage of the Fiat CR.32 in the SCW. This is the companion article to "Fiat CR.32 Aces of the Spanish Civil War" Osprey Aircraft of the Aces 94.

February 17, 2024

History Article:
Fiat CR.32 Colors and Camouflage in the Spanish Civil War Part I (1936-1937) by Alfredo Logoluso

This article was published on Stormo way back in 2010 and is the companion article to Alfredo's book "Fiat CR.32 Aces of the Spanish Civil War" published by Osprey. Alfredo was constrained by the number of pages he had to work with and provided us with this complimentary article. The article has been updated, the content however is the same as the original article. Today Part I.

January 20, 2024

History Article:
Italian World War II Torpedoes by Stefano Lazzaro

Today Stefano brings us an interesting article on Italian torpedoes employed in WWII; SI and Whitehead types. I think its fair to say these torpedoes are generally considered to be amongst the best in WWII, certainly the most reliable and like so many good Italian weapon systems, there just wasn't enough of them. Anyway, an informative and educational article with some modeling tips.

January 14, 2024

History Article:
The Regia Aeronautica 1940 - 1943 - Understanding Defeat

A topic that keeps coming up that I thought I'd address formally in an academic treatment.

December 09, 2023

Today Bruno Perfetto brings us 100+ photos of his incredible super-detailed 1/72 Special Hobby Piaggio P.108B Serie II strategic bomber. Bruno put in more than a year’s work on the model using original drawings supplied by Piaggio's Historical Office (Tarrini), that have since made their way into some common references such as ADI #15. Bruno left no stone unturned in detailing this model, everything is modeled with highly detailed descriptions of the process to build this artwork. Truly one of the great models we've received on this website and a privilege to post.


November 18, 2023

Today more than 100+ photos of Bogdan Zajączkowski's trip to Museo dello Sbarco in Sicilia (Husky Landings) which honors the memory of the men and women, Allied and Axis forces who fought in the Sicilian campaign. Another great article with some fabulous photos, incredible wax sculptures, weapons and reconstructed buildings and relics.


November 11, 2023

Today something new that we haven't done before, a documented trip to Sciacca Airbase by Bogdan Zajączkowski. 18 beautiful photos are provided. This article is 12 days late which would have made a great article for Halloween - "Ghost Airport", although the title has a slightly different meaning than what you'd expect, however you'll have to read the article to find out. A terrific article with a great background story followed by Bogdan's trip.







November 03, 2023

Today Marco Bossi (Luca's brother) brings us a gem, a Macchi C.202 Serie III machine in a desert setting and finished in the classic CMPR C8 camo scheme.


September 09, 2023

And again, another masterpiece by Bogdan, today an ICM 1/32 Fiat CR.42 in pre-war markings. This article is jam-packed with useful construction info. Note the detail in cockpit and engine assembly.


August 26, 2023

Today, another masterpiece from Bogdan, this time a PCM 1/32 G.55 Serie I of Ugo Drago's mount. As usual, high-quality pics, text and construction photos are provided. Do note the attention to detail such as riveting and markings, cockpit and landing gear bay.


August 12, 2023

I picked-up this book in Oxford UK on a business trip in 2007. I got around to reading this book (Diary) in 2018 and I’m now posting my notes. It’s a huge book 625 pages and requires a concentrated effort to learn what's in it. Recommended to WWII historians, it provides a front row seat to the wartime diplomacy of all the major powers leading up to and during WWII.


August 05, 2023

Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 41 pics of his Hasegawa 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf.109G-4. Cockpit and construction pics are provided.


July 29, 2023

Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 10 pics of his Hasegawa 1/48 C.202 at Gela in 1942.


July 15, 2023

Today I present a Book Review of Marco Mattioli's "Savoia-Marchetti S.79 Sparviero Torpedo-Bomber Units".


June 17, 2023

Today, long-time contributor Luca Bossi brings us his incredible 1/72 Delta2 S.55X flown by Italo Balbo on his transoceanic flight to the Chicago World Fair in 1933. Although sometimes referred to as a seaplane or flying boat this plane was in fact an early example of a flying wing.


May 27, 2023

Here's another beauty by Vince Fiore, today 11 images of his Fly Models 1/48 Macchi M.5 Flying Boat. Considered by many as the best seaplane fighter of WWI and one of the best all-around fighters to emerge from that conflict.


April 29, 2023

Today Richard Davenport brings an elaborate S.79-I Bombardiere. Much attention to detail was given to this build with excellent color accuracy, a very well detailed interior cockpit and bomb-bay as well as applying accurately the exterior camouflage scheme that's difficult to reproduce.


April 08, 2023

Today Bogdan Zajączkowski brings us yet again another masterpiece of construction, today a Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Macchi C.200. 29 images are provided.


April 01, 2023

Today Harvey Low brings us an incredible build of an old (pardon the pun) and very interesting kit, the Old Wings Models 1/72 CANT Z.1015. 23 images are provided. The Full Feature article with construction details, paint instructions and additional photos is available in Scale Aircraft Modelling, February 2023 issue: Vol 44-12 online at UK shop:



March 18, 2023

Part II of the Messerschmitt Bf.109 in Regia Aeronautica service. Today Bogdan Zajączkowski's Trumpeter 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf.109G6/R6 Trop flown by Italian Ace Ugo Drago. 20 photos are provided.


March 11, 2023

A pair of Features of the Messerschmitt Bf.109 in Regia Aeronautica service starting with Bogdan Zajączkowski's accurate and beautifully constructed Hasegawa 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf.109F4 Trop. 24 photos are provided with detailed paint instructions.


March 04, 2023

Once again Vince Fiore brings us an interesting subject, today a Fly Models 1/48 Ansaldo S.V.A.5. Included are 18 pics. The model features wood grain simulation and some modeling tips for this kit.


February 18, 2023

The legendary Douglas DC-3. Today Vince Fiore brings us a very rare and interesting subject, a DC-3 in pre-war-service with Ala Littoria. 8 pics are included. The model features window coverings, a detailed engine and special decals.


January 13, 2023

Today another beautiful Feature by Bogdan Zajączkowski's. 52 pics including construction photos of his magnificient PCM 1/32 Re.2005. The model features detailed riveting and intricate paint, assembly and finish.


January 07, 2023

Today a Feature of Bogdan Zajączkowski's incredible Special Hobby 1/32 Fiat G.50bis/AS. The model features detailed riveting and innumerable improvements to the base model with outstanding results in both assembly and finish. 41 pics are included with Construction photos.


December 25, 2022

Jean's back just in time for Christmas with a beautiful gift. Today six images of Italian Ace Dino Forlani's late build Erla Bf.109G10U4R3.


November 19, 2022

Hard to imagine this is our first Ro.57bis, but well worth the wait. Today Paolo Carli brings us yet again another incredible masterpiece, this time 90 pics of his Special Hobby 1/48 IMAM Ro.57bis.


November 05, 2022

Here's a nice build from Vince Fiore, a Hobby 2000 1/72 C.202 of 370a Sq. "La Cucaracha". 14 photos are provided with some construction details.


October 22, 2022

Today I present a Book Review of "Spitfire V vs C.202 Folgore: Malta 1942" by Donald Nijboer. I don't recommend the book because of the number of errors in it but included in the review are a collection of notes and comments if you're considering buying the book.


October 15, 2022

Today, Vince Fiore brings us 10 photos of his Italeri 1/72 S.79P Passeggeri/Airliner.


October 01, 2022

Today, another beauty from Vince Fiore, this time a Valom 1/72 Fokker F.VIIb-3m Civil Transport in Ala Littoria service.


September 17, 2022

Today, another small masterpiece from Vince Fiore, his Broplan 1/72 Caproni Ca.133 Civil Transport.


September 10, 2022

Reference Photos: addressing the oft asked questions in regard to Italian WWII fighter seat harnesses and assembly details.


September 03, 2022

Part II of our FIAT BR.20 arc, today Paolo Carli's incredible super-detailed Special Hobby 1/48 Fiat BR.20. 91 photos are provided with step-by-step instructions.


August 27, 2022

Commencing a two-part arc of the FIAT BR.20 starting with a Feature of Harvey Low's incredible Italeri 1/72 FIAT BR.20 I-Shiki (Type I) Model 100 in use with the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force (IJAAF). The Full Feature article with construction details, paint instructions and more photos is available in SAM (Scale Aircraft Modelling) August 2022 issue (Volume 44 / #6).
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August 20, 2022

Here's an old classic from Jean, updated with additional information and with more and better (higher-resolution) photos. The Special Hobby 1/48 Nardi FN.305 trainer.

August 13, 2022

Today, another great addition to Richard's Battle of Malta build, a Sword 1/48 Reggiane Re.2001 Falco II flown by Italian Ace Salvatore Teja. 31 photos are provided with construction details.

August 06, 2022

Today Paolo Carli brings us another Feature, this time his Hasegawa 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf.109 G6 R6 flown by Italian Ace Maggiore Antonio Vizzotto. 27 photos are provided with construction details.

July 22, 2022

Today Bojan Djekic brings us his Special Hobby 1/48 C.200 Serie II flown by Italian Ace Gianlino Baschirotto. 26 photos are provided with construction details.

May 07, 2022

Here's Paolo Carli's remarkable Classic Airframes 1/48 S.79 I Bombardiere - 150 photos are provided with construction details.





April 30, 2022

Long time contributor and one of my favorites, today Luca Bossi brings us a trio of gems; the Silver Wings 1/32 FIAT CR.42/AS/CN.

March 19, 2022

A build worthy of a Feature. Today Paolo Carli's incredible 1/48 Special Hobby Breda Ba.65 A80, included are 68 images with construction photos and diorama.

February 26, 2022

Today I present my AMI Hobbycraft 1/72 Canadair CL-13 Mk.IV/F-86E(M). An old wonderful kit of a great subject.

February 04, 2022

Today Dale Travis brings us 11 photos of his accurate and rare Macchi C.205V Serie VI machine that featured in the ANR film Aeroporto in 1944.

January 22, 2022

Today Richard Davenport's C.205V of Italian Ace ten. G. Robetto as part of Richard's Battle of Malta theme build and one of the most difficult camouflage schemes in all of modeling.

January 15, 2022

Kicking-off 2022 with seven photos of Vince Fiore's SM.73 Prototipo (Italeri Conversion).

January 01, 2022

Wishing everyone a Happy and Prosperous New Year!

And closing out the year with Richard Mendes' "Sayonara Forever" build, today his Italeri 1/72 MC.202. And with this some parting words from Richard:

"All of my Italian aviation scale model kits have been built and in so doing ending 14 continuous years of building (2006-2020), as well as 59 years of on-again-off-again model building. Thanks to all who've viewed my builds and commented on them - Richard"
Tue Dec 29, 2020 6:04 pm MST



December 25, 2021

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas! Here's Part II of Richard Mendes' "Sayonara Forever" builds. Today Richard brings us a BroPlan 1/72 Caproni Ca.111 colonial bomber.

December 11, 2021

Starting a three part arc of Richard Mendes' "Sayonara Forever" builds that takes us through the holidays starting with his beautiful BroPlan 1/72 CANT Z.506C conversion.

November 26, 2021

Part II of our pair of Savoia four-engine Civil transports, today Richard's BroPlan 1/72 SIAI-Marchetti S.95.

November 13, 2021

Commencing a two part-arc with a pair of Savoia four-engine Civil transports starting with Vince Fiore's BroPlan 1/72 SIAI-Marchetti S.74.

November 06, 2021

Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 12 pics of his Classic Airframes 1/48 FIAT CR.42 in the famed Battle of Britain.

October 30, 2021

Part IV of IV of Vince Fiore's month long arc of three-engine Savoias. Today a very rare Savoia Marchetti SM.82 Civil Transport using the Italeri 1/72 SM.82.





October 23, 2021

Part III of Vince Fiore's three-engined Savoias. Today the Balaton Modell 1/72 SIAI-Marchetti S.75GA Civil Transport.

October 16, 2021

Part II of Vince Fiore's three-engined Savoias. Today Vince brings us an incredible conversion of the very old and rough SMER 1/48 SM.79 into a 1/48 SIAI-Marchetti SM.83 Airliner.

October 9, 2021

Commencing a month long arc of three-engined Savioas, brought to you by Vincenzo Fiore. As with Richard's CC.2 and Rodolfo's S.55, incredibly in 16 years this is our first article of a S.79 Corsa. And without further adieu, I present Vince's SMER 1/48 SIAI-Marchetti SM.79CS Corsa (Racer).

October 2, 2021

Here's another gem from Richard, Part II of his Broplan 1/72 Aeronautica Umbra Trojani AUT.18.

September 25, 2021

Here's another very interesting build from Richard, the Broplan 1/72 Aeronautica Umbra Trojani AUT.18 Prototype Fighter, one of the little known "R" Program entrants undertaken by the Regia Aeronautica to modernize its air force prior to the outbreak of war.

September 18, 2021

Another Feature from Rodolfo Masti with his amazing Dora Wings 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti S.55 in the famed "Four Continents" flight.

September 11, 2021

A post in Remembrance of 9/11.

Today, Richard's Broplan 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.316 Reconnaissance Seaplane. Another little masterpiece for the Gallery.

September 04, 2021

Today Richard brings us 30 photos of beautiful Broplan 1/72 CANT Z.1007 Asso Alcione (Kingfisher).

August 28, 2021

Today a very interesting build from Richard, 30 photos of his Valom 1/72 Caproni Campini N.1. In all the years of Stormo, incredibly this is our first article of a CC.2.

August 21, 2021

Part II of Richard Mendes' SAIMAN 202: today a LF/KORA Models 1/72 SAIMAN 202M used by Generale Rino Corso Fougier as his personal aircraft. From 1941 to 1943 Fougier commanded the Regia Aeronautica.

August 15, 2021

Another short two part arc from Richard Mendes. Today Richard brings us his LF/KORA Models 1/72 SAIMAN 202bis.

August 08, 2021

Part II of Richard’s Xotic-72 1/72 S.84 Torpedo Bombers.

August 01, 2021

Catching up on Richard’s remaining articles that he submitted last year: today Richard brings 36 photos of his Xotic-72 1/72 S.84 Torpedo Bomber.

July 24, 2021

Today Rodolfo Masti brings us another "small" Masterpiece; this time his Academy 1/72 Fieseler Fi.156 C-1 n RA service. This plane was originally given to Italo Balbo by Hermann Göring.

July 17, 2021

Part II of Vince Fiore's Corsas: in this week's installment Vince brings us his SMER 1/48 SIAI-Marchetti SM.79P/CS (I-ALAN/I-TOMO).

July 10, 2021

Commencing a two part arc of Vince Fiore's Corsas beginning with his amazing Special Hobby 1/48 FIAT BR.20A Corsa (Racer) I-8.

July 03, 2021

Here's a very interesting build from Vince Fiore, a Roden 1/48 Beech F-17/UC-43 Staggerwing that was the personal aircraft of Alessandro Marchetti the head of the design team at Savoia-Marchetti.

June 26, 2021

Part II of Rodolfo Masti's masterpieces; today Rodolfo brings us his Special Hobby 1/48 IMAM Ro.37bis in a Feature article with 55 pics including construction detail.

June 19, 2021

Today, kicking off a two part arc of Rodolfo Masti's beautiful masterpieces starting with his incredible Special Hobby 1/48 IMAM Ro.37.

June 12, 2021

This week David Walker brings us his highly accurate and super-detailed Hasegawa 1/48 Macchi C.205V. Construction pics are provided.

June 05, 2021

Today Luca Bossi brings us his "Sciacca Friedrick", a very rare Regia Aeronautica Bf.109 F4. 10 photos are provided.

May 29, 2021

Luca Bossi is back with his amazing Azur 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.310 used by the Royal Norwegian Air Force. 7 photos are provided.

May 22, 2021

Part II of Richard Mendes' Cunardmodel 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.135. Today 24 photos of Richard's Ca.135S.

May 15, 2021

Starting a two-part arc of Richard Mendes' Cunardmodel 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.135. Today 15 photos of Richard's Ca.135 Asso.

May 08, 2021

Today Richard Davenport brings us 12 pics of his very nicely built Italeri 1/48 Reggiane Re.2002 Ariete.

May 01, 2021

Today Richard Davenport brings us Part 3 of his Battle of Malta theme build with 12 photos of his nicely built Hasegawa 1/48 Macchi C.202 flown by Italian Ace Adriano Visconti.

April 24, 2021

This week Richard Davenport brings us Part 2 of his Battle of Malta theme build with 11 photos of his Pacific Coast Models 1/48 Macchi C.200.

April 17, 2021

Commencing a three part arc of Richard Davenport's "Battle of Malta II". Today Richard brings us his very nicely done Italeri 1/48 Fiat CR.42.

April 10, 2021

Jean is back with another masterpiece that we've now have become accustomed to over the years. Today Jean brings us an interesting rare bird, a CR.42 used in the BoB with the early style Serie Mimetica colors. The plane itself 85-4 was used in a large engagement with RAF Hurricanes on 11 November 1940 near Harwich.

April 03, 2021

Happy Easter! Part II of Vincenzo's beautiful Z.506s. Today Vince brings us his Broplan 1/72 CANT Z.506C I-DITO and again using specially made decals for this build. Another breathtaking beauty.

March 27, 2021

Starting a two part arc of the CANT Z.506, today our Vincenzo brings us Part I of his beautiful masterpiece, the Broplan 1/72 CANT Z.506 Prototipo using specially made decals for this build. Its an absolute beauty.

March 20, 2021

Today Armand Miale brings us a very interesting subject, a rare Macchi C.205V Serie VI "8-2" which also starred in the only commercial film made under the RSI "Aeroporto", filmed in 1944 that explored the conflict pilots (and Italians in general) faced with two governments on the peninsula. 11 photos are provided.

March 13, 2021

Today Part II of our two-part arc of the Bf.109. Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 18 photos of his highly-detailed Trumpeter 1/32 Messerschmitt Bf.109G6 "Giallo 9" in ANR Service.

March 06, 2021

Starting a new two-part arc of the Bf.109. Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 10 photos of his ANR Otaki-Arii 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf.109 G6 Gustav.

February 27, 2021

This is the last of the "Updated" articles for now. Another classic from Jean, his Special Hobby 1/48 Breda Ba.65 A80.

February 13, 2021

Today Harvey Low brings us another gem, this time 15 pics of his incredible EVA Models 1/48 Caproni Ca.133T used in the Battle of Britain. The Full Feature article is available in this month's Scale Aircraft Modelling February 2021 - Volume 42 Issue 12. Click here and order a copy!



February 06, 2021

Login to see my "Updated" Classic Airframes 1/48 FIAT CR.42 of Italian Ace Mario Visintini.







January 30, 2021

Login to see Jean Barby’s "Updated" Italeri 1/48 Ju 87 B2/R2.

January 23, 2021

Login to see "Updated" articles beginning with Jean Barby’s magnificent Alitaliane 1/48 SM.84 Torpedo Bomber.

January 16, 2021

Login to see Stormo's first ever Modeller of the Year!

January 01, 2021

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year and Here’s to a better 2021! On this New Year's Day Richard brings us yet again another beauty, this time 30 pics of his very beautiful Fly Model 1/72 Caproni Ca.101.

December 26, 2020

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! For a second year, Christmas honors go to Richard Mendes (much deserved) with his outstanding Balaton Modell 1/72 SIAI-Marchetti S.75. This is one of those articles I had a lot of fun putting together, of one of the great transports of WWII. Included is an interesting video from Mark Felton "Secret Axis Flights". 30 images are included.

December 19, 2020

Part 2/2 of "Italian Lighting in Russian Skies", today Luca Bossi, one of Stormo's longtime and best modellers brings us 22 photos of his magnificent Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Macchi C.200.

December 12, 2020

A blast from the past as the great Scott Van Aken would put it, today Angelo Battistelli brings us 25 pics of his beautiful vintage Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Macchi C.200.

December 05, 2020

Today Harvey Low brings us an interesting build of his Broplan 1/72 SIAI-Marchetti S.74.

November 28, 2020

In Part II of The Battle of Malta theme build Richard Davenport brings us 30 pics his beautiful Trumpeter 1/48 Savoia-Marchetti S.M. 79 II.

November 21, 2020

Today Richard Davenport brings us his very nicely completed Italeri 1/48 Ju.87B2 in RA service as part of his theme build, The Battle of Malta.

November 14, 2020

Part IV of our four part arc of the Ca.331. Today Chris Busbridge brings us his LF Models 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.331B/CN.

October 31, 2020

Here's Part III of our four part arc of the Ca.331. An old beauty from Chris Busbridge, his LF Models 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.331A/OA.

October 24, 2020

Part II of our four part arc of the Ca.331. This week Richard Mendes brings us another gem, this time his LF Models 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.331B/CN.

October 17, 2020

This week Richard kicks-off a four part arc of the Ca.331 commencing with his LF Models 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.331A/OA.

October 02, 2020

A build worthy of a Feature. Today Harvey Low brings us 26 pics of his magnificent Alpha Flight 1/48 CANT Z.1007 bis in the famed Battle of Britain. This is about as close as you'll get to the real thing.

September 26, 2020

Here's a build that's been sitting in our inbox forever but quiet a nice build and ends our three-part arc of the FIAT CR.25. Today Chris Busbridge brings us his 1/72 Special Hobby 1/72 FIAT CR.25bis.

September 19, 2020

Part 2 of our FIAT CR.25 three-part arc. Today Richard brings 21 pics of his 1/72 Special Hobby 1/72 FIAT CR.25bis.

September 12, 2020

Today starting a three part arc plus an old forgotten build that's been sitting in my inbox of the FIAT CR.25 with Richard leading the way with 21 pics of his 1/72 Special Hobby 1/72 FIAT CR.25 Prototype.

August 23, 2020

Here's Part II of Richard's FIAT CANSA FC.20 with 21 pics of his superb Planet Models 1/72 FIAT CANSA FC.20bis Ground Attack plane with nose mounted 37mm cannon.

August 09, 2020

Here's another beauty from Richard, this time 21 pics of his Planet Models 1/72 FIAT CANSA FC.20 Ground Attack aircraft with a nose mounted 37mm cannon.

August 02, 2020

Today Richard Mendes brings us 21 pics of his SEM Model 1/72 FIAT CANSA FC.12 Trainer/Ground Attack plane. Bonus points if you can tell what aircraft inspired this design.

July 24, 2020

This article was submitted quiet a while ago and the posts of this build were lost in the old forum. So today we're resurrecting 14 beautiful photos of Lubos Pavel's Eduard 1/48 Bf.109G14 flown by Italian Ace Carlo Miani. Stormo Decals 48005 was used in this build. We'll be posting "lost and forgotten" builds in the coming weeks.

July 18, 2020

Today Richard brings us Part II of his LF Models 1/72 Savoia Marchetti SM.86G Dive Bomber.

July 04, 2020

Today Richard brings us yet again another interesting subject, this time his beautiful LF Models 1/72 Savoia Marchetti SM.86W Dive Bomber.

June 19, 2020

Articles are resuming after the arrival of Stormo's New Decal Sheet - more to come here.

Today Vince Fiore bring's us his SEM Model 1/48 S.84 in memory of Fabrizio Catalano.



May 09, 2020

Here's 23 photos of Richard's interesting RS Models 1/72 Reggiane Re.2007.

May 02, 2020

Completing Richard's three-part-trifecta of Macchi late-war developemts of the C.205, today Richard brings us 36 pics of his beautiful Cunardmodel 1/72 Macchi C.207.

April 25, 2020

Today Richard brings us 21 pics of his very nice SEM Model 1/72 Macchi C.205N2.

April 18, 2020

Another beauty from Richard, this time 21 pics of his SEM Model 1/72 Macchi C.205N1.

April 10, 2020

New Forum Avatars now available for the AMI (Aeronautica Militare Italiana).

April 04, 2020

And once again, another interesting build from Richard, this time an Italian Kits Wings 1/72 Savoia Marchetti SM.89. Richard goes the extra-mile in this build to bring us an accurate replica of this plane.
March 27, 2020

Jean is back as he enjoys indoor time while bringing us a little cheer with another masterpiece, 8 photos of his 1/48 Flying Machines Fiat G.50bis Freccia.
March 21, 2020

At long last, The VITO Charts courtesy of Stefano Lazzaro. This amazing and thorough work includes a cross-reference table for the VITO Charts and the CMPR chips. Its certainly the most up-to-date work on the VITO Charts and a great read and well worth the time invested in reading it. The "Color Guide" menu item is now changed to "Color Guides" and two menu items are now available: 1. CMPR and the 2. VITO Charts.
March 14, 2020

And another exotic from Richard, this time the 1/72 Omega Models Caproni Ca.355 Tuffo.
March 06, 2020

Here's another exotic from Richard, this time the 1/72 Omega Models Caproni Ca.335 Maestrale.
February 29, 2020

Here's artwork and an article of the Revi C/12 D gunsight I recently completed with Stefano for a project. The Revi C/12 D was used on the C.205V. If anyone is interested in a copy of the print there's order details at the end of the article.
February 23, 2020

Part II of our homage to Fabrizio Catalano. Today Richard Mendes brings us 18 images of his SEM Model + Supermodel 1/72 S.73 Conversion.
February 16, 2020

A two-part homage to Fabrizio Catalano. Today Richard Mendes brings us another masterpiece of model-art featuring 52 images of his SEM Model 1/72 S.74.
February 8, 2020

Today Vince Fiore brings us 6 photos of his spectacular Supermodel 1/72 SM.81.
February 1, 2020

Today, a Luce video of the FIAT G.80, Italy's first Post-War jet. In the video you'll see a fly-by of an Italian de Havilland Vampire as well as Giuseppe Gabrielli.
January 25, 2020

Today a new and interesting video of the Breda-Zappata B.Z.308 Airliner with original footage later on in the video.
January 18, 2020

Here's a very interesting build of an extremely rare Otaki/Arii 1/48 Bf.109G12 in ANR service. Allot of build detail is provided.
January 11, 2020

Here's Vincent Fiore's Planet Models 1/72 IMAM Ro.41.
January 4, 2020

Here's a real beauty, an Azur 1/72 Caproni-Bergamaschi Ca.310 I-ENEI by Vincent Fiore.
January 1, 2020

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! And capping out a busy year, New Year's honors go to Richard. Today, Part III of Richard's P.108 trifecta; a highly detailed Special Hobby 1/72 P.108B Serie II with BONUS Piaggio P.108A, P.108B and P.108T Build Portraits.
December 24, 2019

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas! This year, Christmas honors go to Richard, much deserved. Today, Part II of Richard's P.108 builds, a highly detailed Special Hobby 1/72 P.108B Serie I with various nose assemblies.
December 23, 2019

A new video of the Caproni Campini N.1 Jet Aircraft with original film footage.
December 14, 2019

Starting a three-part arc of the Piaggio P.108, today Richard bring's us 50 photos of us highly-detailed Special Hobby 1/72 P.108A Artigliere gunship. Take note of the extra effort Richard put into the movable turrets, wiring and cockpit details. A great build.
December 7, 2019

Here's Richard's SEM Model 1/72 I.M.A.M. Ro.58, a long range heavy fighter developed for the Regia Aeronautica in 1943 with performance comparable to the Me.410.
November 30, 2019

Here's a rare treat, two C&C Models (RC) 1/5.5 MB.339As with miniature turbojets and a bonus video of Marc Lumia's competition planes on French National TV. Brilliant work!
November 23, 2019

We've been treated to a boat load of exotic builds these last few years and today Vincent Fiore brings us yet another with his beautiful 1/72 Italeri + Pavla S.79 Prototype (I-MAGO) Conversion.
November 16, 2019

In Part II of Re.2001 Falco II Variants, Richard brings us 35 pics of his Italaerei + Italian kits 1/72 Re.2001 Bomba Ossigeno conversion. At this point I think we can safely crown Richard the "King of Exotics."
November 09, 2019

Starting a two part arc of variants of the Re.2001 Falco II. In Part I Richard brings us 24 pics of his Italaerei + Italian kits 1/72 Re.2001 Delta conversion.
October 26, 2019

In Part II of our Revell 1/48 Bf.109 G10 in ANR Service, Angelo Battistelli brings us 45 pics of his Bf.109 G10/U4 in ANR Service. Construction photos are provided.
October 19, 2019

Starting a two part arc of the Revell 1/48 Bf.109 G10 in ANR Service. Up first is Brett Green with Italian Ace Dino Forlani's Bf.109 G10/U4/R3. This is the powerful 30mm canon equipped plane that served till the end of the war. Stormo Decals were used in the construction of the model. Note the relatively few differences between the Revell model, almost 40 years old, and the much more modern Eduard offering.
October 12, 2019

Today Richard brings us 33 pics of his Xotic-72 1/72 FIAT C.M.A.S.A. RS.14 Reconnaissance seaplane. Another great build and another interesting subject.
October 05, 2019

Another gem from Richard, this time 39 pics of his 1/72 Special Hobby + Cunramodel Piaggio P.108T wide-body Transport. Its a great build of an interesting subject.
September 21, 2019

Concluding our six-part extravaganza, Philippe Martin brings us his Supermodel + Italian Kits Conversion 1/72 FIAT G.59-4B advanced trainer in AMI service + bonus video.
September 14, 2019

And almost done with our month-long series of post-war Fiats, today Philippe Martin brings us his Special Hobby + Italian Kits Conversion 1/72 FIAT G.59-4A advanced trainer in AMI service.
September 07, 2019

Once again continuing on our series of post-war Fiats, today Philippe Martin brings us his Special Hobby + Italian Kits Conversion 1/72 FIAT G.59-2B trainer in Syrian service.
August 31, 2019

Happy Labor Day Weekend! Continuing on our series of post-war Fiats, today Philippe Martin brings us his Special Hobby + Italian Kits Conversion 1/72 FIAT G.59-2A fighter in Syrian service.
August 24, 2019

Continuing on our theme of post-war Fiats, today Philippe Martin brings us his beautiful Special Hobby 1/72 FIAT G.55B trainer in Argentinian service.
August 17, 2019

Here's another gem from Richard, this time Richard brings us 24 pics of his Special Hobby 1/72 FIAT G.55B trainer.
August 10, 2019

Here's another little gem from Richard. I really like this build of a very interesting and fascinating plane. Today Richard brings us 18 pics of his Italian Kits/Italeri 1/72 FIAT CR.42DB conversion. Richard is quickly cornering the market on exotic builds!
August 04, 2019

Here's another from Richard, this time 21 pics of his SEM Model/Italeri 1/72 Macchi C.204.
July 27, 2019

Another neat build by Richard, this time 18 pics of his RS Models 1/72 AVIA FL.3. A nice little addition for the Gallery.
July 20, 2019

This is one of those enjoyable articles I like to post. Catching up on Philippe Martin's articles, today Philippe brings us his extraordinary RS Models 1/72 A.V.I.A. FL.3.
July 13, 2019

Today we welcome Dmitry Lifanov with his first article; 8 pics of his splendid SMER 1/50 Re.2000. Color and accuracy are pretty good for such a rough a kit.
July 06, 2019

Another interesting build from Richard Mendes, this time 21 pics of his SEM Model 1/72 Fiat G.12T.
June 29, 2019

Here's another interesting build from Richard Mendes. 12 nice pics of his Hasegawa + Italian Kits (Conversion) 1/72 Macchi C.205M (Merlin powered Macchi).
June 22, 2019

The Forum is back online! And kicking-off the new forum, the first article honors go to Richard Mendes. This build is certainly one of Richard's best, and also, finally an accurate looking Fiat G.50 in 1/72! Great job SBS! If you examine some of the photos Richard provided you can see the intricate detail of the model; it would have been nice if Richard had weathered the model a bit to bring out the detail. Also examine the top and bottom views of the model next to the testors paint bottles to get an idea of how well Richard was able to apply the camo, in such a small scale, quiet amazing and rivaling some of Jean's work.
March 09, 2019

Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 14 photos of his beautiful Classic Airframes 1/48 FIAT CR.32.
February 23, 2019

Another beauty from Richard Mendes. Today Richard brings us 21 photos of his SEM Model 1/72 IMAM Ro.63.
February 09, 2019

Another beauty from Richard Mendes. This time a very interesting plane, an Avia LM.02 assault glider. Today Richard brings us 36 photos of his SEM Model 1/72 Avia LM.02.
January 26, 2019

Here's a little beauty from Richard Mendes. Today Richard brings us 24 photos of his SEM Model 1/72 C.N.A. PM.1.
January 12, 2019

Here's another beauty from Jean. Today we present 13 photos of Jean's Pacific Coast Models 1/48 Macchi C.200 Serie on the Russian Front.
January 05, 2019

Kicking off the New Year with another beauty from Jean. Today we present 15 photos of Jean's amazing Italeri 1/48 Macchi C.200 Serie 1a.
December 29, 2018

So it looks like we did in fact have a Z.506 build. Today Jean brings us 12 photos of his beautiful Italeri 1/72 CANT Z.506B. Wishing you all a Happy and Prosperous New Year!
December 22, 2018

We have two new features from Jean for the holidays. Today Jean brings us 10 photos of his magnificent Flying Machines 1/48 FIAT G.55 Serie I. Merry Christmas!
December 15, 2018

Today Philippe Martin brings another beauty, this time 12 photos of his Special Hobby 1/72 MÁVAG Héja II.
December 08, 2018

Today Philippe Martin brings us 12 photos of his masterful conversion of the Italeri + Italian Kits 1/72 Fiat CR.42B.
December 01, 2018

Today Richard Mendes brings us 18 photos of his LF Models 1/72 Caproni Vizzola F.6MZ.
November 24, 2018

Another interesting build by Richard Mendes, this time 21 photos of his LF Models 1/72 Lombarda A.R.
November 17, 2018

Its hard to believe we don't have one in these in the Gallery, today Richard Mendes brings us 37 photos of his beautiful Supermodel 1/72 Z.506B Heron. This plane stood 24 ft, as tall as most two-storey homes.
November 10, 2018

Here's another little gem from Richard Mendes, 6 pics of his Chrozny Modelbud 1/72 Cant Z.504.
November 03, 2018

Today master modeler Jean Barby brings us 6 photos of his Hasegawa 1/48 ANR Macchi C.205V.
October 27, 2018

Simply the best! Jean brings us another 24 photos of his masterpiece, the Classic Airframes 1/48 S.79 II. The subject was a long lost S.79 crashed in the Libyan desert, and now popularized in books and magazines.
October 20, 2018

Jean Barby is back with three new masterpieces! In this build, Jean brings us 6 photos of his incredible Haseagwa 1/48 C.202 - the markings are those immediately following Mussolini's detention and the removal of fascist markings from RA planes.
October 13, 2018

Today Richard Mendes brings us six photos of his very nice Planet Model 1/72 Breda 44.
October 6, 2018

Today Richard Mendes brings us another beauty, this time 28 photos of his beautiful Supermodel 1/72 CANT Z.1007bis.
September 29, 2018

I very much like this build. Today Richard Mendes brings us 18 photos of his very intersting LF Models 1/72 Re.2004 kit bash.
September 22, 2018

In his third and final installment, Angelo Battistelli brings us 6 photos of his SMER 1/50 FIAT CR.32bis in Regia Aeronautica service.
September 15, 2018

In his second installment, today Angelo Battistelli brings us 6 photos of his SMER 1/50 FIAT CR.32bis in Regia Aeronautica service.
September 07, 2018

Here's one Vince Biondi will like, today Angelo Battistelli brings us 6 photos of his SMER 1/50 FIAT CR.32bis flown by Spanish Civil War Ace Joaquin Garcia Morato.
September 01, 2018

Vince Biondi's favorite scheme on this plane and probably mine too. In his fourth and final installment, Richard Mendes brings us 36 photos of his Italeri 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 III - ANR Aerosiluranti.
August 25, 2018

In his third installment, today Richard Mendes brings us 30 photos of his Italeri 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 II - Aerosiluranti.
August 18, 2018

In his second installment, today Richard Mendes brings us 33 photos of his beautiful Italeri 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 I - Bombardiere.
August 11, 2018

Another great series of builds from Richard Mendes and kicking off this arc today Richard brings us 36 photos of his exceptional Italeri 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 I - Bombardiere. I'm not quite sure which build is my favorite but I'll post a survey at the end of this arc.
August 04, 2018

Another gem, today Richard Mendes brings us 24 photos of his beautiful SuperModel 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti SM.81 in Abyssinian markings. This is my favorite camo scheme on this plane.
July 28, 2018

Fast becoming one of my favorites, today Richard Mendes brings us 24 photos of his beautiful Choroszy Modelbud 1/72 Savoia-Marchetti SM.78 Reconnaissance/Bomber Flying Boat. A real gem!
July 20, 2018

Today Milan Vuković brings us 19 photos of his Special Hobby 1/72 Piaggio P.108B. In this construction he uses the Special Hobby P.108A kit from which you can also build the P.108B.
July 16, 2018

One of my favorite modelers bringing us yet again another small work of art, today Enrico Calanchini brings us 13 photos of his Alliance Models 1/72 Rogozarski SIM XIV H.
July 08, 2018

Today Enrico Calanchini brings us yet again another little masterpiece of a rare bird, the Omega Models 1/72 I.M.A.M. Ro.51.
July 1, 2018

One of our great long-time contributors, Luca Bossi is back with yet again another masterpiece of model-art. Today Luca presents six photos of his beautiful Silver Wings 1/32 SCW Fiat CR.32.
June 23, 2018

Today, Giovanni Di Nocera brings us 9 photos of his beautiful Sem Model 1/72 MB-339CD.
June 17, 2018

Today, from Russia, Anatoly Isakov brings us 16 photos of his beautiful Sem Model 1/72 SIAI-Marchetti S.74.
June 9, 2018

Today Riccardo Orlandi brings us 25 photos of his Sem Model-SuperModel conversion 1/72 SIAI-Marchetti SM.73.
June 2, 2018

Continually raising the standard of modeling, today Jean brings us 6 pics of his incredible 1/48 Eduard Bf.109G14 flown by Italian Ace Carlo Miani.
May 26, 2018

Quickly becoming one of my favorites, today Richard Mendes brings us 28 photos of his beautiful Russian Front 1/72 Supermodel SM.81 Pipistrello.
May 19, 2018

Continuing to bring us new and interesting subjects, today Enrico Calanchini presents 10 photos of his JACH 1/72 SAIMAN 200.
April 28, 2018

One of my favorite modelers, today Enrico Calanchini brings us 9 photos of his RCR 1/72 Breda Ba.65 A.80. One of the cooler looking planes of WWII.
April 15, 2018

In his second installment of this build, Richard Mendes brings us 17 photos of his beautiful 1/72 FIAT BR.20M.
April 7, 2018

I love the look of this plane. Today Jean brings us 9 photos of his latest masterpiece, the Special Hobby 1/48 Breda Ba.65 A80.
April 1, 2018

Today Richard Mendes, in his first Gallery submission, brings us 19 photos of his beautiful 1/72 FIAT BR.20M. Richard has one of the the largest and best collections of RA/ANR planes. Happy Easter!
March 21, 2018

Always raising the bar of excellence, today Jean brings us 9 photos of his Classic Airframes 1/48 Ro. 37bis. Included is a highly detailed pilot figure.
March 1, 2018

A tribute to our great cousins next door, the French, and a small tribute to Jean, merci mon ami :)! A step back to a better time! Today Serge Rincourt brings us 23 photos of his beautiful SEM Model 1/72 Couzinet 71 Arc 5.
February 21, 2018

Today Jean brings us his latest masterpiece, the Special Hobby 1/48 Fiat G.55 Sottoserie 0 in a beautifully executed Continental scheme.
February 14, 2018

Those of you who know me well know that I love US planes. With that in mind, today I present 23 photos of my Italaerei 1/72 Republic RF-84F 3o Stormo Ricognitori (Reconnaissance).
January 29, 2018

Kind of running-out of superlatives to describe Jean's work; I should do a contest for the best superlative and the winner gets a Stormo decal sheet :)! Continuing to dazzle us with his extraordinary model art - a modern day Leonardo in every sense - today The King brings us 8 photos of his beautiful C.200, red 2, 363 Sq.
January 18, 2018

The King is back! Just wondering if Jean is capable of building a less than satisfactory model? Probably not. 6 images of Italian Ace Attilio Sanson's ANR mount, 1/48 Bf.109G6R3. Another stunning art-piece for a patron. Stromo Decals used in this build.
January 10, 2018

NeoMega Resin Products Now Available Here!
January 01, 2018

Happy New Year! Continuing a long-standing tradition of kicking off the New Year with a Jean Barby masterpiece, today Jean brings us 6 photos of his magnificent Special Hobby 1/48 IMAM Ro.44.
December 27, 2017

Because I get allot of questions about this subject (naturally, since Stormo is a decal retailer and manufacturer) I thought I'd summarize all of my answers into a short article. Please post your thoughts and feedback.
December 25, 2017

Wishing you all a Very Merry Christmas! Celebrating the holidays with another Jean Barby art-piece. Today Jean brings us 9 photos of his beautiful Special Hobby 1/48 IMAM Ro.43.



December 18, 2017

Today Fabrizio D’Isanto brings us 79 walkaround photos of the Aerfer Sagittario II at Vigna di Valle Air Force Museum.
December 12, 2017

Today we enter the Jet Age with Salvatore Barresi's amazing SEM Model 1/72 Aerfer Sagittario II. 50+ photos are supplied in a super detailed article of this interesting plane.
November 28, 2017

Art in the way only the French can do it; today Philippe Martin brings us 6 photos of his very interesting RS Models 1/72 Re.2006.
November 14, 2017

One of my favorite modellers bringing us yet again another interesting subject; today Enrico Calanchini brings us 20 images of his much modified/corrected Aviation USK 1/72 SM.84. Enrico provides plenty of descriptions of his work in the captions of all construction photos. Stayed tuned for a special announcement regarding this subject.
November 08, 2017

Another masterpiece of model-art, today Jean Barby brings us 9 images of his Hasegawa 1/48 C.202 of Italian Ace Giorgio Solaroli. The kit contains many enhancements + Stormo Decals 48003. This is a commission build.
November 01, 2017

Its been a while since I did a build but enjoyed every minute of this. Today I present 25 photos of my Special Hobby 1/48 Fiat G.55A, 5th Sq. Royal Egyptian Air Force.
October 23, 2017

Jean's back with another incredible build, an Italeri 1/48 C.200, red - 7, 364a Sq., 150o Gruppo Aut. - nuff said. Note the incredible weathering. This is a commission build.
October 16, 2017

Another very interesting build with incredible scratch-built detail and 3D-printed parts on an otherwise difficult kit to build. Today Alexander Mayer brings us 18 photos of his incredible 1/32 vacform SM.79.
October 09, 2017

Another inspired build from Raul Wright and one of my all time favorite planes, the Curtiss P.40 Warhawk. I remember as a child sitting in front of a tv watching the Flying Tigers with the shark mouthed P.40s forever etched in my mind and by which I judged all other aircraft. Today Raul brings us 8 photos of his P.40C captured in North Africa from the British in June 1942. Raul's interesting choice of paints is worth the read as is his research into this plane which is still ongoing. A great read!
October 03, 2017

I really like these next two builds and I'm pretty sure Vince Biondi will like this one in particular. Today Raul Wright brings us 15 photos of his very interesting and beautiful Airfix 1/72 Bristol Beaufighter Mk.IC in RA colors. The plane was captured in June 1942.
September 22, 2017

Today Philippe Martin brings us 10 photos of his beautiful and interesting Italeri SEM MODEL 1/72 Macchi C.202D. Philippe did the Master's for this conversion.
September 18, 2017

Suffice to say I love his work, today Philippe Martin brings us 7 photos of his attractive SEM MODEL 1/72 Macchi C.205N2 Orione.
September 08, 2017

Dare I say another talent from France; today Philippe Martin brings us 9 photos of his beautiful SEM MODEL 1/72 I.M.A.M. Ro.58.
September 01, 2017

Turning modeling into a fine art-form, Jean Barby brings us 12 photos of his magnificent SEM MODEL 1/72 I.M.A.M. Ro.58 Long Range Heavy Fighter. Jean managed to complete this model in a few days. Magnifique!
August 29, 2017

INBOX REVIEW: SEM MODEL 1/72 I.M.A.M. Ro.58 by Jean Barby.
August 18, 2017

And to complete the trifecta, 6 more photos of Jean Barby's Special Hobby 1/72 Ca.311M. All three Caproni's were constructed for a client of Jean's.
August 14, 2017

Yet again another Masterpiece of Model-Art from the Master himself Jean Barby, 6 photos of an (Special Hobby) Azur 1/72 Ca.310. As before this is a commission build for one of Jean's clients.
August 12, 2017

Another Masterpiece of Model-Art, 6 photos of an Italeri 1/72 Ca.311 by Jean Barby. This is a commission build for one of Jean's clients.
August 05, 2017

Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 15 photos of his beautiful Alpha Flight 1/48 Cant Z.1007 bis.
July 17, 2017

In his first Gallery submission, today Stephen Portelli brings us 12 photos of his beautiful Alitaliane 1/48 SM.84.
July 01, 2017

Jean Barby is back with 20 photos of his beautiful Silver Wings 1/32 Re.2000 Falco. This model was constructed for a client of Jean's.
June 05, 2017

Today Peter Dixon brings us 25 photos of his beautiful Trumpeter 1/48 Savoia Marchetti SM.79. The model is Capt. Carlo Emanuele Buscaglia's 281-5 - torpedo bomber ace.
March 18, 2017

Today Vince Biondi brings us an interesting history article of the attacks on HMS Illustrious in January 1941.
March 15, 2017

Today Luca Bossi brings us 13 photos of his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 Macchi C.205V Serie III.
Decemeber 23, 2016

Today Angelo Battistelli brings us 25 photos of his Pacific Coast Models 1/32 FIAT G.55 Serie I Centauro.
July 17, 2016

Today Enrico Calanchini brings 13 photos of his very nice Supermodel 1/72 Savoia Marchetti SM.81 Pipistrello VIP Transport.
April 03, 2016

In his first Gallery article, Hubert Kendziorek brings us 12 beautiful photos of his Revell 1/32 Bf.109G6/R6 Trop.
March 20, 2016

The Master is back, today it is my pleasure to present yet again another master piece from the great one himself Jean Barby. Today Jean brings us his Italeri 1/48 Macchi C.200 Serie 1a, 11 photos are included.
December 25, 2015

Merry Christmas! Today Enrico Calanchini brings us yet again an interesting build, this time his AZ Model 1/72 Breda 27 M. 9 photos are included.
December 06, 2015

Today Enrico Calanchini brings us yet again a very interesting build, this time his vacuform Airmodel 1/72 I.M.A.M. Ro 43 "Grillo". 13 photos are included.
November 17, 2015

Today Enrico Calanchini brings 23 photos of his beautifully completed Planet Model 1/72 Breda 44.
March 25, 2015

Today Paolo Rossi Paccani brings us 37 pics of his beautifully completed PCM 1/32 Fiat G55S.
December 25, 2014

Merry Christmas to all! Today Massimo Giugnoli brings us nine pics of a rare ANR Bf.109G6/R3/R6.
October 05, 2014

Quickly becoming a Stormo favorite, William Landelle brings us yet again another interesting subject, this time a FIAT J11. 11 beautiful photos are provided.
August 09,2014

Many years ago Vince Biondi lent me a VHS video, a 1980s documentary entitled: Wings Over The World - Wings of Italy. I'd always think about the material presented in the video when I'd build a kit - it was that good :) Today I present Part 3 of this documentary. The video can still be purchased in VHS format from Amazon UK - there's two copies left - see the link.
July 14, 2014

Many years ago Vince Biondi lent me a VHS video, a 1980s documentary entitled: "Wings Over The World - Wings of Italy". I'd always think about the material presented in the video when I'd build a kit - it was that good :) Today I present Part 2 of this documentary. The video can still be purchased in VHS format from Amazon UK - there's two copies left - see the link.
June 7, 2014

Many years ago Vince Biondi lent me a VHS video, a 1980s documentary entitled: "Wings Over The World - Wings of Italy". I'd always think about the material presented in the video when I'd build a kit - it was that good!  Today I present the first of a three part series of this documentary that I'll roll out over the next three months. The video can still be purchased in VHS format from Amazon UK - there's two copies left - see the link.
May 2, 2014

One of the nicer articles we've received recently. Today, Vangelis Vassilopoulos brings us 20 photos of his amazing Warrior Model 1/48 Breda Ba.88.
April 2,  2014

Today I present an interesting video of the CANT Z.511. The plane was built in 1939 and was to be used on a raid of New York harbor in 1943.
March 20, 2014

Today Tom Spielberg brings us five pics of his wonderful 1/48 Italeri Fiat CR.42AS.
January 01, 2014

Continuing a tradition, we kick off the New Year with another Jean Barby masterpeice. Today Jean brings us 12 pics of his Ju.87B2/R2.
December 24, 2013

Lets celebrate Christmas the Jean Barby way, with a masterpiece. Today on this Christmas eve Jean brings us eight images of his splendid Russian Front C.202. Merry Christmas to all!
November 08, 2013

Once again Jean brings us another masterpiece, this time Italian Ace Emanuele Annoni's Macchi C.202. Six images are provided.
October 05, 2013

Arguably the best modeller around, Jean Barby brings us seven masterful pics of Italian Ace, Aldo Buvoli's Fiat G.50.
May 18, 2013

Today Fabrizio Frassica brings us five pics of his Battle of Britain 1/48 Flying Machines FIAT G.50 Serie III.
March 16, 2013

This is one of those articles I must have in the Gallery - this is the most accurate model of the Fiat CR. 42LW I've seen to date. William Landelle brings us 8 pics his magnificent FIAT CR.42LW.
February 02, 2013

Today Enrico Calanchini brings us eight pics of his beautiful 1/72 Italian Kit IMAM Ro.63, often referred to the "Italian Storch".
December 23, 2012

Today I am happy to present an interesting History article entitled "Macchi C.205V vs Spitfire" by Tenente Pilota Paolo Voltan, 4° Stormo Caccia, Regia Aeronautica Italiana. It describes the air duels between Spitfires and Macchi C.205Vs in the closing days before the Italian Armistice.
October 13, 2012

Today David Walker brings us 11 pic of his beautiful 1/48 Special Hobby Fiat G.55.




September 29, 2012

This is probably one of the most interesting constructions I've seen. Pablo Martín Fernández brings us 56 photos of his Answer ModelArt 1/33 FIAT CR.42. The model is constructed entirely of paper! Great work!
August 05, 2012

Today, William Landelle brings us 14 photos of Italian Ace's mount Ten. L. Torchio's FIAT CR.42CN. The attention to detail is great.
July 01, 2012

On this long weekend, Alain Saccoccio and Jean Barby bring us 19 photos of their incredibly detailed 1/32 PCM Macchi C.200. The model is almost entirely scratch-built (80%). French excellence at work again - nuff said!
June 10, 2012

Today Michel Gruson brings us his incredible 1/32 Bf.109 K-4 flown S.ten.Gallori. 57 images are included.
March 19, 2012

Today I'm very pleased to present twenty three images of Boris S. Vyrypaev's Special Hobby 1/72 FIAT G.55 of Italian Ace Ugo Drago in his first Gallery submission.
March 18, 2012

Welcoming William Landelle with his first Gallery submission. Today William persents nine imagaes of his well detailed 1/72 Haseagwa C.202 flown by Italian Ace Giulio Reiner.
February 19, 2012

Its always a treat to bring to you a Jean Barby article. Today Jean brings us nine pics of the Italeri 1/48 Re.2002 Ariete.
January 01, 2012

Its always nice to kick off the New Year with a Jean Barby article. Today Jean brings us 9 pics of Italian Ace, Salvatore Teja's Re.2001.
December 29, 2011

Today I am happy to present an interesting History article entitled "Acid Test" by D.H. Clarke, D.F.C, A.F.C.  The article provides a rare glimpse into the Macchi C.200 and C.202 as chronicled by wartime British pilots.
December 26, 2011

It is with great pleasure I present the following article on Stormo and the first article on the Regia Marina (Xª Flottiglia MAS). Jose Lucero brings us 17 pics of his magnificent S.L.C 200 and does homage to a group of WWII special forces whose exploits were as daring as they were spectacular. Included in this article is a video at the end of article.
December 24, 2011

Christmas isn't quiet Christmas at Stormo without a French Masterpiece to grace these pages. Today Jean Barby brings us 11 pics of Giorgio Bertolaso's C.202 at Fuka.
November 11, 2011

If there's an aircraft that typifies or highlights Jean Barby's skill as a modeler, its the Fiat CR.42. Today Jean brings us ten images of Italian Aces Mount Franco Bordoni Bisleri Fiat CR.42.
September 03, 2011

Today Guy Shepherd brings us his beautiful 1/48 LTD Models Dewoitine D.520 in Regia Aeronatica service.
August 07, 2011

Today Jerzy Skakun brings us 22 images of his beautiful Hasegawa 1/32 Bf.109 G-4.
July 23, 2011

Probably the best modeler there is and few would disagree - today Jean Barby brings us 22 images his Italeri 1/48 FIAT CR.42, yet again, another fine work of art.
July 05, 2011

When we think of the French we often think of their magnificent artistry combined with an aptitude for accuracy. Today Michel Gruson brings us 25 pics of his 1/48 Hasegawa + FM Bf.109 G-6/R6/Trop of Italian Ace Ugo Drago.
June 25, 2011

Today, the Master brings us 14 photos his Haseagwa 1/48 Macchi C.205V Serie I.
April 23, 2011

Today, on this Easter weekend, I have the pleasure of bringing 11 pics of Laurent Locheron's Classic Airframes 1/48 IMAM Ro.37bis. Its always a treat to post something exquisitely French during the holiday season and Laurent does not disappoint.
April 09, 2011

Today, Guy Shepherd graces us with his beautifully built and detailed Special Hobby 1/72 P.108B.  Six images are provided.
March 26, 2011

Today, French Excellence at work again.  Michel Gruson brings us his 1/48 Macchi C.202.  40 pics are included in this exclusive and instructive build.  Details are provided to render an accurate Folgore according to drawings.
March 05, 2011

Today Luca Bossi brings us his incredible scratch-built 1/32 Reggiane Re.2000 GA (Long Range) fighter. 32 pics are included in this exclusive build.
February 06, 2011

Today Enrico Calanchini brings us a wonderful artcile and his first to Stormo, with an Aviation USK 1/72 FIAT C.A.M.A.S.A. RS.14 Seaplane.
January 01, 2011

Every good year commences with a Jean Barby article, on this New Year Day Jean brings a lovely article of the Special Hobby Breda 65 A/80 with 22 pics.




December 25, 2010

On this Christmas Day, Jan Kotas brings a lovely article of Salvatore Teja's Re.2001. Just another example of Czech excellence :)!
December 10, 2010

Artistry runs in French blood. Today Michel Gruson brings us 21 images of his beautiful 1/48 Bf.109 G-6/Trop, of Italian Ace Giuseppe Ruzzin. A masterpeiece!
December 5, 2010

Today Alfredo Logoluso brings us Part II of his companion article to "Osprey No. 94 : Fiat CR.32 Aces of the Spanish Civil War". This two part detailed article covers the color and camouflage schemes of the Fiat CR.32 in the Spanish Civil War. Part II covers the period 1938-39.
November 20, 2010

Today Alfredo Logoluso brings us a companion article to his popular book "Osprey No. 94 : Fiat CR.32 Aces of the Spanish Civil War". This two part detailed article covers the color and camouflage schemes of the Fiat CR.32s used in the Spanish Civil War. Part I covers the period 1936-37.
September 14, 2010

Today Peter Ibes brings us his first installment feature of a beautiful 1/72 Airmodel Piaggio P.108 B with six images together with an interesting article.
August 11, 2010

Today Jean Barby brings us yet again another masterpiece with 12 images of his Special Hobby 1/48 FIAT BR.20 Cicogna.
July 04, 2010

Its always a treat to post a Luca Bossi article, he's quickly become a favorite of mine in this scale! Today Luca brings us his incredible 1/72 Italeri SM.82. Close-up photos of this intricate camouflage scheme are provided.
April 24, 2010

Today Jean brings us his beautifully finished 1/48 CANT Z.1007bis.  Thirteen close-up photos of this intricate camouflage scheme are provided.
January 30, 2010

Today Michel Gruson brings us 19 photos of his beautifully detailed and very accurate Hasegawa 1/48 Macchi C.205V - what can you say about the French, accuracy and artistry are in their blood!
January 01, 2010

Changing things around a little, this year we kick off the New Year with an interesting History article of the D.520 in RA service by Ing. Riccardo Trotta.
November 15, 2009

Today Riccardo Trotta brings us his superdetailed and very accurate 1/48 Fujimi Me.110C in Italian service. Riccardo also presents a very interesting article and background to this aircraft.
September 27, 2009

Today Jose Lucero brings us his (as always) beautiful Eduard Profipack 1/48 Nieuport Ni.17 of Italian WWI Ace Francesco Baracca.
August 03, 2009

Today Gregory Jouette brings us Part I of his beautifully detailed, scratch built 21st Century Toy's 1/32 Macchi C. 202.  This build is particularly interesting since no production kit allows a modeler to build the C.202 Prototype out-of-box. Gregory shows you how with 51 construction photos.
July 26, 2009

Today I'm very pleased to present Michel Gruson's beautifully detailed and finished Hasegawa 1/48 C.202.
July 01, 2009

Today Luca Bossi brings us a short construction article and 17 images of his PCM 1/32 Re.2005.
May 09, 2009

Once again the French master himself brings us yet again another Masterpiece, this time its a super-detailed Haseagwa 1/48 C.202 of Giulio Reiners mount.
March 29, 2009

The is the result of combining French and Italian artistry and machinery. Today Davide Splendore presents his magnificent Nieuport 17 flown by Italian WWI Top Scoring Ace Francesco Baracca.


February 28, 2009

I love posting Jean "Monnet" Barby articles as you can tell.  Its like featuring a prize piece of art in a rare art collection, and in my case its a fine French/Italian collection! Once again the master himself brings us yet again another Masterpiece, and this time its a detailed article of his Haseagwa 1/48 Junkers Ju.87D-3 in RA markings.
December 14, 2008

In his second entry to this year's Smoke Ring Buildoff, "The Doctor" Maurizio Di Terlizzi brings us his Hasegawa 1/48 Veltro, 91-4, 4o Stormo, in Sicily 1943. This entry includes detailed wing cannon bay, and engine (represented uncowled). Smoke rings were applied using Aztek dual action airbrush.
December 06, 2008

This man needs no introduction.  I take great pleasure in presenting the Second Entry to this year's Smoke Ring Buildoff;  Maurizio Di Terlizzi's 1/32 Craftworks ANR C.205V.  The model is all resin with highly modified interior and exterior.
November 22, 2008

I think everyone can agree Jean Barby is one of the best modelers around, if not the best. Its always my pleasure to bring yet another masterpiece by the maestro himself. Today, Jean presents his Italeri 1/48 Fiat CR.42 of Mario Visintini's machine.
November 01, 2008

Well once again Jean brings us yet again another Masterpiece, this time a detailed article of his accurate C.205V finished in the rare Herringbone camo scheme.
October 11, 2008

Today Steffen Arndt (IPMS Deutschland) brings us his beautiful Special Hobby 1/48 Macchi C.200 Serie I.
October 4, 2008

Today Aleksandar Andric brings us his very well detailed and interesting Special Hobby 1/72 FIAT G.55 Sottoserie 0.
September 26, 2008

Today Jose Lucero brings us his beautiful Hasegawa 1/48 Macchi C.202 Serie III - Italian WWII Ace, Giulio Reiner's mount.
September 20, 2008

Today Chris Busbridge brings us his fantastic Flying Machines 1/48 Fiat G.55 S (Silurante). I think this is as good as it gets to replicating this very complex network camouflage scheme!
August 17, 2008

Well what to say about one of the best modelers in the business;  once again Jean Barby brings us yet again another work of art, this time a Special Hobby 1/48 Fiat G.55.


March 08, 2008

Today Davide Splendore presents Part III of his spectacular Classic Airframes 1/48 Fiat CR.32. Part III includes the finally assembly, paint and decals.
January 1, 2008

Its now become customary to kick-off the New Year with a French Masterpiece. Today Jean Barby presents his Flying Machines 1/48  Fiat G.50 Serie II.
December 28, 2007

Today Riccardo Trotta presents Part II of his meticulously detailed TAURO 1/48 MC.205V - Part I.
October 05, 2007

Today Jean Barby brings us yet again another masterpiece, this time his AS SM.79.  Jean has provided 67 spectacular photos of his SM.79 finished in the very attractive E8 camo scheme in a full build article.
August 04, 2007

Today I have the pleasure of presenting an absolutely magnificent feature build of an Ansaldo S.V.A. 5 (SVA 5) by Davide Splendore, using the old SMER 1/50 kit. Anyone who owns this kit knows how rough it is indeed. Davide's build is nothing short of brilliant. Today Davide presents 88 pics of his most recent master piece.
July 12, 2007

Today Jean Barby brings yet again another delightful update, this time new images of his flying Machines 1/48 Reggaine Re.2005.
July 06, 2007

Today Jean Barby presents an update to his original article with some new fantastic close-up photos of his remarkable Alpha Flight 1/48 CANT Z.1007 bis.

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July 04, 2007

Today Jean Barby presents another masterpiece, this time his Flying Machines 1/48 Fiat G.55.
June 29, 2007

I've always believed Jean Barby to be one of the best modelers in the world, mainly because of his incredible precision and attention to detail and his ability to reproduce accurately the most difficult camouflage schemes. Today, Jean presents 45 pics of his magnificent Alpha Flight 1/48 Fiat BR.20M.
June 21, 2007

Today Stefano Lazzaro presents Part II of his very interesting article entitled A Famous Torpedo-Bomber S.79 Carlo Emanuele Buscaglia's “281-5”.
May 31, 2007

Today Stefano Lazzaro presents Part I of a very interesting and well researched article entitled A Famous Torpedo-Bomber S.79 Carlo Emanuele Buscaglia's “281-5”.
May 21, 2007

Today Ettore Girodano presents 45 pics of the XII Annual Mostra Concorso di Modellismo in Murisengo, Italy, hosted by the 77th Lupi Solitari model club.
May 05, 2007

Classic Airframes BuildOff Contest 2006 - Winners
I'd like to thank all the entrants to this years Classic Airframes Buildoff Contest. The contest entries were once again very high quality with all the models receiving votes. Noteworthy was Jean's Fiat BR.20 receiving all but one 1st place vote.  Click the icon to view the winners for this years show.
April 23, 2007

Today Davide Splendore presents Part I of his remarkable 1/48 Italeri FIAT CR.42. The model depicts the aircraft of Italian Ace Mario Visintini. Also included is a very charming pic of Giulio Gobbi and Davide on a take off run.
April 15, 2007

Today Lucca Bossi presents nine pics of his Breda Ba.65 A.80. The model is beautifully finished in an early desert camouflage scheme.
March 28, 2007

A little tribute to Jean Barby, Happy Birthday brother! Today I present 20 pics of the Hobbycraft 1/48 Morane Saulnier MS.406 transferred to Lonate Pozzolo for evaluation purposes. The plane is finished in RA colors.
March 24, 2007

Today Alessandro Taffetani brings us 20 beautiful photos from Vigna di Valle Air Force Museum in Rome. Included in these pics is the restoration of the Ro.37 found by Italian troops in Afghanistan (four aircraft were actually found, one of which will be restored from surviving parts). Also included is an Ansaldo SVA 5, a line up of the Schneider Trophy racers, a Nieuport 17, a Caproni Ca.3, Ruffo di Calabria's Spad VII and a charming pic of none other than Alessandro himself.
Febuary 18, 2007

Today Stéphane Sagols presents nine pics of Luigi Gorrini's MC.205V. The model is beautifully finished in the classic smoke ring camo scheme using Nocciola Chiaro and Verde Oliva Scuro 2.
January 25, 2007

Today Jean Barby (aka Monnet) brings us yet again another wonderful masterpiece. In this work, Jean rebuilds the original Classic Airframes 1/48 FIAT CR.42 into a gorgeous CR.42LW.
December 02, 2006

Today Luca Bossi brings us 14 incredible pics of his stunning and very accurate SCW SM.81 'soso'.  The kit used is a 1/72 Supermodel SM.81.
November 17, 2006

Today I present 17 pics of my newly completed 1/48 Hasegawa Macchi C.202. The model is finished in Teresio Martinoli's markings, top scoring WWII Italian Ace with 22 kils.
November 11, 2006

Rememberance Day
Today Jean Barby brings us yet another Masterpiece, this time an incredible rendition of the fighting red-devils (Diavoli Rossi), Red 9, 410a Sq. Fiat CR.32 based in East Africa using Classic Airframes kit No. 4108.
November 05, 2006

Today Jean Barby brings us six wonderful pics of his very convincing Italian Classic 1/48 Macchi C.200. Finished in Franco Lucchini's markings, Italian Ace of Aces, Jean uses Stormo "Italian Aces" Decals.
October 21, 2006

Today Stéphane Sagols brings us his first article on Stormo, a beautifully completed and very attractive Hasegawa 1/48 MC.202.  The model depicts the aircraft flown by 21 victory Italian Ace Leonardo Ferulli.



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