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Richthofen - The Hunter
Birth Of A Logo Pt.2
100 Years of Military Aviation
„Twas The Night Before Expo
A new group of like-minded modellers and enthusiasts
dedicated to military aviation over the last 100 years.
2011 is the 100th anniversary of the first use of the aircraft as a
military weapon by the Italians in the 1911-12 Italo-Turkish War.
Since then, aircraft have redefined military conflict and serves as a
rich source of inspiration for the efforts of modellers across the
globe.
Along with presenting the talents of our members, we seek to pre-
sent the work of the finest from across the globe to present their
modelling, digital rendering and research work.
Foundation Memberships
The Warbirds financial year will run July to June however
Foundation Memberships will be valid up to June 30th 2012.
Pilot Foundation
$75AUD
A sample of the Foundation Certificate. The final product may have minor changes. Please note Pilot Foundation
Members will also have their names on the actual Spitfire under the cockpit sill.
Includes an A4 colour, individualised print by Claes Sundin as shown signed
by the artist and Co-founders..
(Note: All prints will be produced and posted July 2011.)
Groundcrew Foundation
Does not includes the print.
$30AUD
$20AUD
Military Aviation of
Associate Foundation
all Eras & Countries
newsletter “RECON”.
These are for Country, Interstate & International members who would not
normally be able to attend meetings. Pilot Foundation Memberships can be
purchased by Associates.
Member only monthly
Monthly Member Meetings Feb to Nov (Based in Melbourne, Australia)
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Contact
Web:
www.warbirdsamg.com
Email:
warbirdsamg@iinet.com.au
Contents
100 Year of Military Aviation
- First Blood
SNAPSHOTS
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Models at the Warbirds meetings
Claes Sundin‟s Aviation Art!
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SAAB Draken
Last Ditch Effort
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Tamiya’s 1/48 Heinkel He162A
Richthofen The Hunter
- Peter Kilduff
Web Watch
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Website Reviews
5 Or More!
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An Ace’s Profile, Manfred Von Richthofen
Warbirds Are Go!
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Birth of a Logo Pt.2
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„Twas The Night Before Expo
Aero Art
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Miss Fire
Member‟s Models
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Ley Reynolds, Spanish Civil War
Benchmarks
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Product & Technique Highlight
Coffee Break Jasta 11 - 1917
- Marco Jennings
Modeller‟s Profile
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Brett Green
Bookmarks
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Book Reviews
Tail Spin
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Confessions Of A Time Poor Editor
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Committee
President:
Martin Reid
Vice President:
Laurence Farrugia
Treasurer:
Ian Keizers
Secretary:
Vacant
Display Co-ordinator:
Chris Dowsett
Web Co-ordinator:
Michael Tabone
Editor:
Martin Reid
Meeting Dates 2011
Hawthorn Town Hall
Cnr Burwood Rd & Glenferrie Rd—Hawthorn
(Enter from the side entrance off the Plaza in
Burwood Rd)
Cover:
Whilst not the most famous mount of Manfred von Richthofen, the signature red is readily apparent on Ronny Bar‘s beautiful rendi-
tion of Manfred‘s Fokker Dr.1, serial 127/17.
Meetings start at 7:30pm, Admission $5
Wed June 1st
Wed August 3rd
Wed October 5th
Wed July 6th
Wed September 7th
Wed November 2nd
Editorial - None More Famous
Without doubt, when it comes to military aviation, there is none more famous than Manfred von Richthofen or as he is better known, The Red
Baron. In some ways it would be easy to overlook Manfred‘s profile as too obvious. I think it important to take the time to reflect his achieve-
ments and why he became so famous.
In more recent times, another German ace of sorts, Michael Schumacher, achieved a similar status of invincibility and prowess in the field of
Formula 1 motor racing. While, on the surface, it became almost boring and predictable with the real interest being who would come second, I
had many discussions with others to focus them on the fact it is rare to be able to witness someone, so good, so focussed and so successful in
their field of endeavour. Additionally, both of these Germans were excellent mentors and while their individual success was important to them,
they understood it was difficult, near impossible and certainly not as sweet as when you are inclusive and have a good team around you. As a
result, much of their efforts were in the building of quality teams first. Their personal success was a natural result of these efforts. Truly an
example for us all.
Peter Kilduff and publisher, David & Charles, have kindly given permission for the reproduction of a chapter from Peter‘s book, ―The Red
Baron—The Life and Death of an Ace‖. A unique insight is given of the man and will hopefully kindle an interest in you of The Red Baron as
a man and a military aviation peer, not just a cliché.
Membership:
Refer inside front cover for details
Copyright Notice
All material is Copyright © 2011 Martin Reid &
Laurence Farrugia. Copies of this publication may
be downloaded and printed for non-commercial,
personal use only. No part of this publica-
tions may be reproduced in other websites or pub-
lications without permission of the owners.
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The use of the aeroplane was recognised as potential source of military
advantage almost from it‘s inception. As early as 1908, the U.S Army
signal Corps purchased a Wright Model A however it was not until
1911 during the Italo-Turkish War that Italy drew first blood using the
aeroplane as a military weapon in the reconnaissance role soon to be
followed by the first aerial bombing raid.
over them. However, it was the threatened outbreak of the First Balkan
War that forced Turkey to make peace, and by the Treaty of Ouchy
(15 October 1912), Turkey gave Italy Libya, Rhodes and the Do-
decanese islands.
Rickard, J. (11 March 2001),
Italo-Turkish War (1911-12),
http://
www.historyofwar.org/articles/wars_italoturkish.html
1st. He dropped a single2 kg picric acid charge on a Turkish position
at Ain Zara, and three more on the Oasis of Taguira.
As there was no air-based opposition, the first aerial combat victory
would have to wait...
The Wright Military Flyer arrives, September 1 1908. ( Photo
and caption via Wikimedia Commons)
The photo is believed to depict an Italian Bleriot XI taking of for
another reconnaissance mission over enemy lines. ( Photo via
Wikimedia Commons)
The Italo-Turkish War
Blatant war of aggression launched by Italy against Turkey, with the
aim of gaining Libya, in order to counterbalance French conquests in
North Africa. Part of the general feeding frenzy that surrounded the
decline of the Turkish Empire ('The Sick Man of Europe'). Italy de-
clared war on 29 September 1911, and after preliminary naval bom-
bardments, an Italian naval forces occupied Tobruk (4 October) and
Tripoli (5 October). The army, under General Carlo Caneva, took over
the occupation on 11 October, and promptly stalled under a combina-
tion of skilful Turkish religious propaganda amongst the local popula-
tion and the caution of Caneva. It was only the next summer, starting
in July 1912, that the Italians advanced out of their coastal strong-
holds, slowly forcing the Turks back, and winning several victories
Into Action, October 23, 1911
On this date, Captain Captain Piazza Carlo is credited with conducting
the first military aerial reconnaissance over the South Oasis of Zanzu-
rin a Bleriot XI. The mission lasted approximately one hour over en-
emy lines. However it may be the day before when Captain Moizo
Riccardo unofficially flew over Turkish troops on his own initiative,
that the first military aviation mission took place. It depends on your
perspective. Captain Riccardo is believed to be the first pilot to return
with damage from enemy fire on October 25th.
The first bomb dropped is recorded as being conducted by Lieutenant
Gavotti Giulio from an Etrich monoplane at 600 meters on November
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Italian dirigles bomb Turkish positions on Libyan Territory. The
Italian (sic) - Turkish War of 1911-1912 was the first in history in
which air attacks (carried out here by dirigible airships) deter-
mined the outcome. (Photo and caption via Wikimedia Commons)
No model meeting is complete without at least one 109! This is
Steve Keogh‟s 1/48 Hasegawa F model.
Even our photographer builds models. In this instance, we have
Ian‟s 1/48 Hasegawa Typhoon 1b.
Another one from Ian, this time the Planet Models 1/48 Triebflugel.
Geoff Jenkins flight of fancy fun build, a 1/48 A-76 Twin Lightning
Laurence Farrugia‟s award winning 1/72 heavily modified Airfix Savoia-Marchetti SM79.
A selection of kits on the go!
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We‟re seeing a few non-aircraft subjects on the tables. Chris
Dowsett‟s 1/35 Italeri Steyr RSO Tractor with Tamiya 2cm
Flak38 Gun.

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