Static Model Aircrafts
 Photo by ratterrell at Flickr | The hobby of creating or collectig static model aircrafts is by far the most popular within the aviation model fans. Why is that when static model aircrafts are obviously these which don't fly? Probably because the static models allow even the finest aestetics of the real aircraft to be reproduced in the model. Since the static models don't need to fly, the modelists don't need to worry if the minimized details of the aircraft will violate the aerodynamic. |
The static models are build using paper, metal, plastic or wood. The most popular scales of the static model aircrafts are 1:72, 1:48 and 1:144.
Buying Model Aircraft
The model collectors often buy ready aircrafts with the purpose to build up their collections. If you are more interested in collecting than in modeling yourself you can consider buying ready models too. The quality ones can cost more than $100 depending on the material and scale.
Larger scale models (1:24 or 1:36) contain more details but are typically more expensive.
Collecting ready models is a long term hobby and an investment, as with the time your collection can costs thousands of dollars. Because of that make sure that you are buying only high quality models.
I can recommend you to browse Warplanes for quality static model aircrafts, but feel free to browse the web and discover more quality shops yourself.
Building Static Models From Kits
A more exciting idea is to participate yourself in creating your model collection. This way you are putting your soul and your own style in it which increases the emotional satisfaction and overall value of your models.
There are different kinds of kits available. Some are completely on parts and you will need to construct the airplane by the given instructions. Other kits contain a ready model aircraft and you have only to paint it.
The kits are usually cheaper and don't contain a stand. You can find many larger scale kits and kits of very old biplans. Check out this site for example.
How To Build Static Model Aircraft Yourself?
I am sure you have been asking yourself this while reading this page. That's of course most exciting, but be prepared to go into the deep waters.
First of all, start simple. Don't think about doing scale models, as this is extremely advanced work. Choose some aircraft you like - it can be an airplane, helicopter, autogyro or a glider - and start working on a simple static model for it.
Before jumping into doing your model aircraft yourself, think about this:
- You will need time
- You will need tools
- You will need space
- You will need patience
If you are not sure, just buy a kit or almost-ready-to-fly kit and try this way. It's a perfect option to see if you have the patience and want to learn the skills for building model airplanes and helicopters.
If you have already started, I want to know about your progress! Submit comment and link to pictures. If you want to share your model with the other readers on this site you can even mail me pictures and we will upload them on the site!
If you are interested in flying models, check what are they in the article about types of model aircrafts.
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