[V.Narayan]

Originally Posted by Foxbat

I was recently surprised to learn that the Boeing 717 is also a derivative of the DC-9.

Yes the MD-87 was rechristened Boeing 717 after Boeing bought over Mcdonnell Douglas in ~1996 or so. The MD-80 series in turn was the new title of what was the DC-9-80 series!

[Foxbat]

Hogan 1:200 US Airways Boeing 757.



The Real Aircraft


Next to a US Airways Airbus A319


Next to an American Airlines TWA Boeing 757




For some reason despite being a Hogan Model its not very detailed nor does it have the Aircraft registration number. I think maybe because its from old stock but I do like the livery.

[skanchan95]

Originally Posted by Foxbat

For some reason despite being a Hogan Model its not very detailed nor does it have the Aircraft registration number. I think maybe because its from old stock but I do like the livery.

That is a nice looking 757.

Some Hogan models come without registration. For eg the Hogan Air India 787( in flight configuration) and some C-17s do not have registration painted on. Some models like the B737 and A320 lack wing exit guidance markings. Highly detailed models tend to cost more.

[Foxbat]

Originally Posted by skanchan95

For eg the Hogan Air India 787( in flight configuration) and some C-17s do not have registration painted on.

I have a Hogan Air India 787 inflight model and just noticed that it didn't have a registration after reading your comment


However at $45-$50 in the US its definitely not cheap for a plastic model, expected better for a Hogan Model at that price.

EDIT: Lack of registration might be due to some other reasons, just checked same model is available in other airline colors for the same price with registration markings.

Thanks for telling me about https://dbjets.com/

Do let me know when they have any more good models on sale

[skanchan95]

Originally Posted by Foxbat

I have a Hogan Air India 787 inflight model and just noticed that it didn't have a registration after reading your comment

I was referring to the Hogan Air India 787 in flight model (wings flexed upwards) in the current livery. . It too does not have a registration.

Hogan's Air India 787 model in ground configuration(non-flexed wings) has a registration painted, but it lacks a stand and does not have a slot at the bottom to fix the stand. That model is meant to be kept on a flat surface with its weight on the wheels.

I don't have either, so cannot comment on how it looks. I instead have a JC Wings diecast metal Air India 787 in Star Alliance livery.

[Foxbat]

Air India 747-400 1:200 Scale Plastic Hogan (same one that skanchan has)



Next to an another Air India 747-400 in the old livery (Flight Miniatures economy model)


My 747 collection

[skanchan95]

Originally Posted by Foxbat

My 747 collection
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That is an awesome collection of 747s. Congratulations.

My Hogan AI 747 is VT-EVA 'Agra'. I wish the new buyer of Air India retains the airline name and reverts the fleet livery to the old livery. It looks majestic.

I am drooling over your bare metal finish Inflight Pan Am 747. It is quite something.

[Foxbat]

Originally Posted by skanchan95

That is an awesome collection of 747s. Congratulations.

My Hogan AI 747 is VT-EVA 'Agra'. I wish the new buyer of Air India retains the airline name and reverts the fleet livery to the old livery. It looks majestic.

Thanks. Yes I noticed you have the other registration available with this model, mine is VT-ESO "Khajuraho".

Originally Posted by skanchan95

I am drooling over your bare metal finish Inflight Pan Am 747. It is quite something.

Yes thats literally the shining "jewel" in my collection

[skanchan95]

1:72 Grumman F-14B Tomcat US Navy Fighter Squadron VF-143 "Pukin' Dogs"

In the colours of VF-143 for their last cruise in 2001, after which they re-formed on the F/A-18E Super Hornet in 2005 and got re-designated as VFA-143.








My 1:72 US Navy Fighter Fleet:

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[Foxbat]

Originally Posted by skanchan95

1:72 Grumman F-14B Tomcat US Navy Fighter Squadron VF-143 "Pukin' Dogs"

Great addition to your collection
I think I need to start collecting fighter planes again.

My favorite American fighter, as a child I had assembled a 1:48 Scale F-14 and it was the pride of my collection.

Was this sourced from DB jets or somewhere else?

[skanchan95]

Originally Posted by Foxbat

Great addition to your collection
I think I need to start collecting fighter planes again.

My favorite American fighter, as a child I had assembled a 1:48 Scale F-14 and it was the pride of my collection.

Was this sourced from DB jets or somewhere else?

Thank you. The Tomcat is my favourite Navy jet as well.

I got it from Aliexpress. But the model is extremely lightweight, fully made of plastic and very delicate. It may not last long. The Hornets are metal and were sourced from DB Jets.

I was lucky that inspite of the weakish and obscure looking outer cover, nothing happened to the model in transit, considering the football that is played between customs and logistics companies. With Aliexpress shipments, you run a risk of mishandling/deliberate vandalism by Idiots in Customs or the Logistics Co. If it arrives in damaged condition, not only is it heartbreaking, there is not much you can do either to claim a refund or complain.

[skanchan95]

An Indigo pilot friend of mine was kind enough to gift me this Indigo A320 model from his collection. Almost impossible to get these days. Same one that Foxbat has (manufactured by Lupa models)

Type : Airbus A320-232(SL)
Regn : VT-IFZ
Airline : Indigo Airlines
Serial number : 5952
First flight : 22/01/2014
Engines : 2 x IAE V2527-A5





The three narrow body jets in my collection


With the other 1/200 A320 in my collection. The PIA one is Hogan. Somehow I find the Hogan mode l to be more accurate


The real Foxtrot Zulu

[Foxbat]

Originally Posted by skanchan95

An Indigo pilot friend of mine was kind enough to gift me this Indigo A320 model from his collection. Almost impossible to get these days. Same one that Foxbat has (manufactured by Lupa models)

Type : Airbus A320-232(SL)
Regn : VT-IFZ
Airline : Indigo Airlines
Serial number : 5952
First flight : 22/01/2014
Engines : 2 x IAE V2527-A5

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The three narrow body jets in my collection
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With the other 1/200 A320 in my collection. The PIA one is Hogan. Somehow I find the Hogan mode l to be more accurate
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The real Foxtrot Zulu
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Happy to know you managed to finally acquire one

Just yesterday I was taking an Indigo flight and looking through the inflight catalogue and was remembering your post saying its never in stock

[skanchan95]

Originally Posted by Foxbat

Happy to know you managed to finally acquire one

Just yesterday I was taking an Indigo flight and looking through the inflight catalogue and was remembering your post saying its never in stock

Yeah....all thanks to my friend . I had given up all hopes of getting one as i was told that Indigo too has very less stock of this particular Lupa model and its available on select photos.

The Hogan model is completely out of stock and if you ever come across a chance to buy one onboard, don't ever let that chance go by. That model(VT-INB non-sharklet) is much more detailed than the Lupa one.

[V.Narayan]

Bought this JASDF McDonnell Douglas F-4EJ Phantom from Mumbai airport. Diecast. Scale 1:80. Hogan. I simply adore the superb detailing and proportion of Hogan. Sandesh & Foxbat - thank you for introducing me to Hogan. Japan's Mitsubishi license built the Phantom with some modifications for the JASDF. 2 Squadrons are still in service I believe. The 'J' in the designation is for Japan. The 'E' came later when upgrades were installed with reconnaissance and (I think) electronic interdiction ability






The Phantoms in flesh.



Photos of one of the aircraft show cases with a close-up of one box. My wife refuses to let me place them anywhere but my study or the TV room. Poor me. In 31 years I haven't convinced her that my beauties should adorn the drawing & dining rooms.

After all these years and so many models later I am still as happy as an eight year old with a double cone of ice cream. I never tire from admiring my models. Next in line will be a Avro Lancaster (on order with Corgi) and the HAL Rudra made to order by FDM.