Guys,

Thanks for all the nice compliments. I actually wasnot sure if the black one would look as good as the other paint schemes or even my last one (Jolly Rogers) but I must admit, it is nicer looking in person than depicted in the pictures above. As far as maiden flight, as long as I don't freeze myself, the plane will fly (as most people that know me have witnessed).

I do have a question for you guys though - what color helmet did the pilots of this particular plane have? I think it is white but just want to check and see. the cockpit is being done as I write this. Below are some pictures of the ejection seat (not complete) and a picture of what I believe are F-14 pilots.

Thanks - Adil