Cute caricature of lead plane from the anime "Macross".
This kit is an absolute joy to built with few parts and choices of 4 attractive markings.
I choose to finish it as a VF-1J pilot by Hikaru Ichijyo as it appear in the 1982 anime TV series.
Random details are added in the cockpit to clutter up the interior while additional details like fans in the air intakes are added to the exterior. Pilot figure is modified to represent the style of uniform worn in the TV series.
Base is Tamiya Placard with punched holes for tie-downs. The photo-etch tie-downs are from Flightpath 1/48 carrier deck set. Tamiya masking tape is used for the welding line on the base.
Work in progress
Finished model
