BRISTOL F.2B by Chema Martinez “In Memory of Those Who Never Returned” This is one of my latest completed project, built entirely from plans — 100% scratch. Without a doubt, it has been my greatest moBristol F.2B 1/32 by Wingnut Wings, with a fully reworked engine section and a Roden engine replacement. In memory of Lieutenant Juan Moneo and Sergeant Jesús Cartagena. This Bristol F.2B belonged to the First Squadron and was based at the Tauima airfield in 1925. It was flown by Lieutenant Juan Moneo, with Sergeant Jesús Cartagena serving as the bomber. In the early morning of April 19th, 1925, several aircraft took off from Tauima airfield to fly over the rebel market taking place in Benibuyari del Llano. The aviators descended to low altitude and strafed numerous tribesmen, forcing them to flee. Aircraft M-MRAX B-24, piloted by Lieutenant Moneo with Sergeant Cartagena as bombardier, pursued a group of rebels, engaging them with machine-gun fire. However, a concentrated burst from enemy rifles seriously wounded both men. The aircraft, now out of control, entered a spin and crashed violently into a nearby ravine. Both aviators likely died on impact. In a rescue attempt, forces from the *Harca de Vareja* advanced into hostile territory—about three kilometers from the position at Azib de Midar—recovering the bodies of the fallen. Unable to retrieve the aircraft, they set it on fire to prevent its capture. Other pilots flew overhead, dropping bombs to keep the rebels at a distance. The bodies were brought to the Red Cross hospital, where their comrades kept vigil through the night. Lieutenant Moneo was a close friend of Lieutenant Muñoz, who had died in the same area just days earlier, under similar circumstances. Upon learning of the tragedy, the airfield commander, Fernández, and Lieutenant Lastra flew immediately to Azib de Midar. BRISTOL F.2B by Chema Martinez BRISTOL F.2B by Chema Martinez BRISTOL F.2B by Chema Martinez BRISTOL F.2B by Chema Martinez BRISTOL F.2B by Chema Martinez BRISTOL F.2B by Chema Martinez “Their wings fell before their courage did — may this model keep alive the memory of those who gave everything in the skies of Tauima.” — Chema M.
LVG C.VI
LVG C.VI by Chema Martinez “The Silent Eyes of the Western Front” The LVG C.VI was a reconnaissance aircraft built by Luftverkehrsgesellschaft in 1917 — the company from which its initials derive. The aircraft was designed by Willy Sabersky-Müssigbrodt. Developed from the earlier C.V model, the C.VI was lighter, smaller, and more refined, even though its fuselage appeared more solid. It was a biplane built mostly of mixed wood construction; the fuselage used a semi-monocoque plywood skin. The rectangular wings were made of wood and metal and covered with fabric. The upper wing had a slightly greater span than the lower one, and the fin was plywood-covered wood, while the rudder and elevators were wooden framed and fabric-covered. It was powered by a six-cylinder Benz Bz.IV water-cooled engine producing 200 hp, giving it a top speed of 170 km/h and a service ceiling of 6,500 meters. The engine radiator was mounted in the central section of the upper wing. Armament consisted of two machine guns — one fixed Spandau LMG 08/15 and, depending on the version, either a Parabellum LMG 14/17 or a Parabellum LMG 14 mounted on a flexible ring for the observer. It featured a fixed landing gear and a tailskid. The aircraft was equipped with a Morse radio that could only transmit, using an antenna deployed beneath the fuselage. The crew carried parachutes and special cold-weather flight suits. A total of around 1,100 units were built. Most LVG aircraft were used by the German Air Service during the final operations of the First World War, especially on the Western Front, for reconnaissance and artillery spotting. The Model: The kit is by Wingnut Wings in 1/32 scale, and its quality is simply outstanding. The level of detail is superb. It includes a total of 166 plastic parts spread across seven sprues — one of them clear — each individually bagged to prevent friction. The kit also includes a photo-etched sheet for the seatbelts and four Cartograf decal sheets with *lozenge* patterns and markings for seven different aircraft. It only lacks a photo-etched part to simulate the cooling jackets of the machine guns, but apart from that, it’s an excellent, highly detailed kit with great potential for realistic finishes. LVG C.VI by Chema Martinez LVG C.VI by Chema Martinez LVG C.VI by Chema Martinez LVG C.VI by Chema Martinez LVG C.VI by Chema Martinez “Built for observation and endurance, the LVG C.VI reminds us that not all heroes in the sky carried bombs — some carried only their eyes and their courage.” — Chema M.
FE.2B EARLY
FE.2B EARLY by Chema Martinez “The Project That Took Flight” This project first began to take shape during my very first visit to Scale Model World Telford in 2011. While wandering among the countless stands, I came across a couple of truly amazing books about this aircraft. As a WWI enthusiast and follower of the Wingnut Wings brand, I had already heard rumors that they were planning to release this model — so, the moment I saw those books, it was clear what my next project would be. A little over a month after returning from Telford, the New Zealand company launched the kit in two different versions: Early and Late. Unable to choose between them, I decided to buy both. That’s when this project began — one that, without a doubt, has tested every one of my modeling skills. The Project: Once the two kits were in my hands, I sat down comfortably on the sofa to enjoy and study both. The first step was to choose which aircraft to build. I went through all the markings and schemes from both versions, and since I felt like building a linen-colored aircraft, the Early version was the one. With the choice made, it was time to plan the build. Following the same approach as in my recent Wingnut Wings projects — and given the outstanding detail of both the interior and the engine — I decided that these two elements would be the main focus of this build. FE.2B EARLY by Chema Martinez FE.2B EARLY by Chema Martinez FE.2B EARLY by Chema Martinez FE.2B EARLY by Chema Martinez FE.2B EARLY by Chema Martinez FE.2B EARLY by Chema Martinez “Some projects begin as ideas, but end up becoming journeys — this one truly made me fly further as a modeler.” — Chema M.
LOHNER Type L, 1/32 – 100% Scratchbuilt
LOHNER Type L by Chema Martinez “From Plans to Wings” This is one of my latest completed project, built entirely from plans — 100% scratch. Without a doubt, it has been my greatest modeling challenge so far, a truly fascinating journey that I’ll surely repeat with other aircraft. Hope you like it. LOHNER Type L by Chema Martinez LOHNER Type L by Chema Martinez LOHNER Type L by Chema Martinez LOHNER Type L by Chema Martinez LOHNER Type L by Chema Martinez LOHNER Type L by Chema Martinez “Creating from nothing is the closest way to understand how these machines once came to life.” — Chema M.
BRISTOL F2B “THE CROCODILE”
BRISTOL F2B – “THE CROCODILE” “Inside the Spirit of a Great War Machine” For the foundation of this project, I used the Wingnut Wings 1/32 scale kit. The idea was to show an aircraft from that era from the inside. It has been a truly complex but fascinating job because of its difficulty — without a doubt, one of my greatest modeling challenges, from which I’ve learned an enormous amount for future projects. BRISTOL F2B – “THE CROCODILE” BRISTOL F2B – “THE CROCODILE” BRISTOL F2B – “THE CROCODILE” BRISTOL F2B – “THE CROCODILE” BRISTOL F2B – “THE CROCODILE” BRISTOL F2B – “THE CROCODILE” “This work was awarded the gold medal for Best 1/32 WWI Aircraft at Scale Model World Telford 2013.” — Chema M.
FOKKER Dr.I LOTHAR VON RICHTHOFEN
FOKKER Dr.I LOTHAR VON RICHTHOFEN “A Different Shade of History” A 1/32 scale model built from a kit that’s already more than a decade old. It was great fun to assemble, and I really enjoyed enhancing it both from scratch and with added details in photo-etch, resin, and 3D-printed parts. The painting process was quite a challenge, combining traditional paintwork with decals in some areas of the camouflage. Yellow is not the easiest color to handle, but I’m very pleased with the final result. The crosses were painted using masks, which gives the model a more realistic finish. I chose this particular scheme to step away from the Baron’s typical red and do something different. Even so, his famous red triplane remains on my list of future projects — a small tribute I’d love to create. Hope you like my version of this aircraft. FOKKER Dr.I LOTHAR VON RICHTHOFEN FOKKER Dr.I LOTHAR VON RICHTHOFEN FOKKER Dr.I LOTHAR VON RICHTHOFEN FOKKER Dr.I LOTHAR VON RICHTHOFEN FOKKER Dr.I LOTHAR VON RICHTHOFEN “I chose this particular scheme to step away from the Baron’s typical red and do something different” — Chema M.
Spanish Air Force Award 2024: the Caudron G.III
CAUDRON G.III “A tribute in scale — honoring the Caudron that trained a generation of Spanish aviators.” A tribute to the 100 officers selected in February 1920 to undergo pilot training on Caudron G.III aircraft at elementary aviation schools such as Cuatro Vientos, Getafe, and Seville. This 1/32 scale plastic kit from Copper State Models has been meticulously refined with the addition of metal turnbuckles from Gaspach Models and an engine adapted using metal rods and copper wiring. The cockpit was scratch‑built and reconfigured into a dual‑control layout to reflect its use in training. Furthermore, the wings were modified to accurately represent the variant that served in the Spanish Air Force. CAUDRON G.III CAUDRON G.III CAUDRON G.III CAUDRON G.III CAUDRON G.III CAUDRON G.III “Each part of this model preserves the memory of those who learned to fly in it.” — Chema M.
SALMSON 2-A2 USAS
SALMSON-2-A2-USAS “A slow build, a clear direction — the Salmson as a turning point.” This 1/32 scale kit from Wingnut Wings exemplifies the brand’s renowned craftsmanship and attention to detail. I applied subtle enhancements to the engine using fine wiring, and incorporated turnbuckles from Gaspacht Models to refine the rigging. The entire airframe was painted using masking techniques, with the exception of the American flag and rudder markings, which were applied as decals. The build progressed gradually over the span of several years, completed in intermittent sessions. I chose to finalize it as an opportunity to experiment with new painting methods and materials, all in preparation for ongoing projects. I’m highly satisfied with the outcome — it represents a direction I intend to pursue further. I hope you appreciate the final result. SALMSON-2-A2-USAS SALMSON-2-A2-USAS SALMSON-2-A2-USAS SALMSON-2-A2-USAS SALMSON-2-A2-USAS SALMSON-2-A2-USAS “Every session, every pause, every detail: the Salmson taught me patience and direction.” — Chema M.
NIEUPORT XVII EARLY
NIEUPORT XVII EARLY “The beginning of a legacy — where precision meets potential.” This 1/32 scale kit from Copper State Models represents the inaugural release in their Nieuport series. The overall quality is exceptional—comparable to the most prestigious brands in the industry. The parts fit together with remarkable precision, and with the addition of a few enhancements, the final result can be truly outstanding. NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY “The beginning of a series that honors the precision, history, and character of the Nieuport.” — Chema M.
NIEUPORT XVII LATE
NIEUPORT XVII EARLY “The Nieuport does not easily reveal itself — you have to open it to truly understand it.” This marks my second build of the Nieuport model from Copper State Models. For this project, I set out to maximize the potential of the kit’s exceptional molding quality by undertaking an extensive super-detailing process. My focus was to faithfully reconstruct the aircraft’s interior—exposing the fuselage and meticulously crafting each internal component with precision and care. I trust you will appreciate the result. NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY NIEUPORT XVII EARLY “It’s not just an airplane — it’s a story laid bare in every rib, every shadow, every thread.” — Chema M.
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