Off to the Scilly Isles for the Day - Sikorsky S-61NM Helicopter - Whirlybird Conversions

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After 2 years of stop-start modelling, I have finally finnished my Whirybird Conversions 1/72 S61NM Helicopter. This appeared in the R.E.M.E. Technology Museum Model Show this weekend and generated a lot of interest. I recommend the kit to anyone who is interested in helicopters and resin models but be aware you will also need to invest in the Revell 1/72 Sea King (any version) for many parts as the host kit. I spent my youth travelling over to the Scilly Isles on this service in the 70’s through to the 90’s so the diarama has personal meaning for me - however the service was axed last year - such a shame…and please enjoy

that’s all for now folks

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Wow, that isnot your average diorama that you see on here. Very nicely done! Where did all the figures come from? Railroad figures?

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Hi thanks for the kind words. Another forum asked for better pictures so here are a few more for you. The figures are Preisser Passenger and Airport sets

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Awesome build John and even more amazing diorama .

A truly excellent build Sir …[t$t]

John .

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thank you

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That is really a different look at things. I like it a lot. Very nice.

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Nice looking build. I have flown on this type more times than i care to mention down in the Falklands. I believe the Sciliy Isles flights are now run by the same firm. Nice aircarft to fly in, even if the comforts are pretty basic.

Thanks for shareing.