RE: Top Flite '.60 size' P-51D Mustang ARF: Building & Modifications
It seems to be a nice ARF. As usual the markings are after thoughts on most ARFs and not really good on this one either.
A lot of guys are going to spend effort putting scale touches and modifications to this airplane then stick the innaccurate US insignia on. It would be so easy for the maunufacturer to do a little research and make the US insignia right.
The stars are too small for the size blue circle and 1/8 surround, and the white bars do not reach in and touch the left and right star tips. They make ARFs look like toys. I will make a set out of monokote to replace them. Since the US insignia is the result of some simple geometry formula, a compass and ruler are all that is required.
Look closely at your research documentation for any P-51 or WWII aircraft for that matter. Any ole' star and bar won't do.
You guys are doing some great work on your kits so far.
Chris