Johannes “Macky” Steinhoff was one of the legends of the Luftwaffe, having flown throughout the entire war on every major front. He flew a total of 993 sorties and was credited with 176 victories. He was shot down himself on twelve occasions but only bailed out once, preferring to crash land his aircraft due to a mis-trust of parachutes. He scored six of his victories while flying the Me 262 with JV 44, but two weeks before the end of the war his jet crashed during take-off, leaving Steinhoff with severe burns. After the war he became a General in the West German Air Force. He died in February 1994 at the age of 80.
Very detailed Jeff, I like the “plain Jane” scheme as well.
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Thanks Warren! Near the end the Me 262s were coming off the line in natural metal or thinly-sprayed single color camo. The supply chains were collapsing.
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Yep, they were.
Just my opinion only, but this is one of those a/c that has such a unique shape and profile, that it’s instantly recognizable, and you could not confuse it with anything else really. With that triangular cross-section, and pointed nose, it really does look like a shark. I can definitely understand why some modelers are attracted to this and the 190D’s and Ta-152’s, those late war schemes are so varied.
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I love that Jeff- the opened hatches showing extra detail are a wonderful touch.
Cheers,
Pete.
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Thanks Pete, every so often I like to open up all the hatches.
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Looking good mate, I’ve missed your posts during the big move but will be back on track soon,you and your family are keeping well I trust!best regards Pat.
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All is well here Pat! I hope you get settled in again soon. I dread the thought of moving someday, clearing potions of the house for renovation is enough of a chore!
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Thanks Jeff, yep if I new how much work was involved I would have started earlier!!
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