tdacon Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 I just discovered this organization, from a mention in the recent Heritage of Flight newsletter. I have a deep and abiding interest in military history, particularly WW II aviation. My dad was a B-17 ground crew chief in England from early 1944 to the end of the war, with the 603rd of the 398th Bomb Group (Heavy). I'm one of what must be very few people who's had a B-17 named after him ("Little Tommy"). I did some model-making of ships and planes (badly) as a kid, but now that I'm retired I'm thinking of picking it up again, particularly with the aim of doing an accurate rendition of a B-17G in 398BG livery as a sort of homage to my dad. I've attached a picture of Little Tommy, with my dad and his crew (he's the one in the middle of the picture). Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Deliduka Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Welcome to the Forums! How awesome is that having an aircraft named after you? Sweet! I'm looking forward to seeing some of your work, feel free to ask any questions and practice a lot. We have a great bunch of extremely helpful people here and don't worry about posting pics of something you feel is done "badly". I do it all the time! :D Besides, showing your work helps others to assist you in improving your skills so that your father's homage will be a stunner. Welcome once again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghodges Posted May 24, 2014 Report Share Posted May 24, 2014 Welcome Tom! Glad to have you here! GIL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zglossip Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 Welcome ii have found that the modelers on this forum are very helpful ive gotten alot of great advice . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Aldrich Posted May 26, 2014 Report Share Posted May 26, 2014 Tom, Welcome and Hopefully you are aware of the IPMS Group in your area as well.... http://www.nopms.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Ford Posted May 26, 2014 Report Share Posted May 26, 2014 Hey Tom, Welcome aboard! Like Mark A. stated there is a IPMS club just down the street from you. I've been a member since the start and we meet twice a month. Good group of guys! The next get together is on 5 June....see the web site. Some of us gather at the pre-meeting dinner at the Chimicum Diner beforehand, 6pm. Come join us if you care to get involved. BTW, our annual contest is scheduled for 28 June in Bremerton. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aAzZ09 Posted May 26, 2014 Report Share Posted May 26, 2014 Welcome aboard Tom! That is quite an honor to have a B-17 named after you! I salute your dad and all the brave veterans this Memorial Day! I see a lot of them each week here in Central Texas and we treat them with the greatest of respect. Feel free to call for help anytime, as we share our knowledge, friendship, fun and skills with others. That's what IPMS is all about. Best, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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