Hasegawa 1/200 Space Shuttle Update 2

I decided to add the Ku-band antenna to this model. I found an antenna that I should be able to modify for this in my box of spare parts. It started out as a Lunar Module steerable S-band antenna on a Revel 1/96 scale model. Above is a picture of the original part. I did … Continue reading Hasegawa 1/200 Space Shuttle Update 2

Hasegawa 1/200 Space Shuttle Update 1

The above photo shows the tunnel press fit to the Spacelab. I covered it with slightly wrinkled foil. I think it gives me a good approximation of the thermal blankets. I'll cover the Spacelab itself after I finish adding some details. The front of the Spacelab module had some extensions that housed some additional equipment … Continue reading Hasegawa 1/200 Space Shuttle Update 1

Hasegawa 1/200 Space Shuttle

To take a small break from the Atlas, I started a new model. I'll be modeling it as STS-61A Challenger. STS-61A was Challenger's last successful mission before its last launch on STS-51L. It will have the payload bay doors open to show the Spacelab D-1 module which was it's primary mission for this flight. It … Continue reading Hasegawa 1/200 Space Shuttle

Shuttle Discovery Build Complete

Well I missed my self-imposed deadline, but not by too much. I finished it before Christmas. The SSME and OAMS engine bells went on well and the orbiter was given a coat of Future Floor Finish to protect the massive amount of decals on the orbiter. After giving that a day to set up, Discovery … Continue reading Shuttle Discovery Build Complete

Shuttle Discovery Build Update

Since January I've made some small progress on the STS-31 build. I got the OMS and Main Engines added to the orbiter and sprayed on the dull coat. It looks much better now, kind of like a shuttle orbiter. I drilled small holes in the backs of the main engines and OMS engines. I then … Continue reading Shuttle Discovery Build Update