Victor Belenko became known worldwide on September 6, 1976, when he successfully defected to the West, flying his MiG-25 "Foxbat" jet fighter to Hakodate, Japan. Colleague/friend of mine from McDonnell Douglas was amongst western aviation experts who inspected the Soviet's latest interceptor so I've always had a close interest in this aircraft. Decided to do one at last and oh - how bad can the fit of a model be (Hasagawa) or has the mould (produced a mere 40 years ago) just got worn I wonder? Anyway, after two days strenuous filling, sanding and swearing (in Celtic obviously), decided to try another diorama and realised half way through the build I'd have to open the brake parachute housing (Photo) - no mean task!! Need some advice however on how to best recreate 'churned-up' grass...? Now - off to check silk worms producing parachute!
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