Kne-Mida (In Scale) – IPMS Israel Magazine No. 37, 4/2003

Arab Armed Vehicles – by Ilan Warshi                                                                                

Data regarding indigenous modifications in arab countries is very rare and difficult to obtain.
In this article, Ilan reviews various modifications of T-54/55, Mercedes 4X4, M-113 & M-109.
These modifications include adding new guns, multiple rocket launchers, artillery guns & anti aircraft guns and missile system.

Uniformed Marking to IAF Aircraft – by Shlomo Aloni    
                                                
This article shortlists the evolution a uniformed procedure for applaing markings on IAF aircraft.
This procedure defines sizes and location for the IAF emblem and aircraft serials.
This procedure also defines when and where this process should be performed, either I or D levels.

Hasegawa’s F-15D in 1:48 Scale with Rafael Missiles – by Ra’anan Weiss                    

Ra’anan chose to model an F-15D #706, “Northern Star” with various Rafael missiles.
The configuration consists of  2 Python 3, 2 Python 4 , a Popeye & a data pod, all made by Eagle Design, a 600 gallon fuel tank and 3 AIM-7 missiles.
For more detailing 2 ACES-II seats, also made by Eagle Designs were also added.
Ra’anans details modifications he added to the Popeye and data link pod for further accuracy.
Ra’anan finished his model with Humbrol 127, 128 & Alclad II paints.
Decals were taken from the super detailed Isradecal IAF-20 sheet.

Lightnings & Hawks in the Nature… - by Ofer Zidon                                                                        

Ofer was given the opportunity of visiting various F-16 squadrons in An airbase in central Israel.
During his visit, he took photo of F-16A/B Hawk & F-16C/D Lightning aircraft inside their hardened shelter, during taxing, takeoffs & landings.
The photos show the various squadron markings, large IAF emblems and variations in colors & markings due to wear.

The Super-Myster & Sa’ar in IAF Service – by Ofer Zidon                                         

In this article, Ofer reviews the history of this model in the IAF service.
In part 1, surveying the period of 1959 – 1970, the selection by the IAF and purchase process of the 40 aircraft is reviewed.
Also of note are data regarding problems with the aerial armament system, guns and the Nord 5103 A”A missile.
A large section of the article reviews the operational activity of air-to-air encounters with Egyptian and Syrian MIG-17s prior to the 1967 war, and combat missions during the 1967 war and the “War of Attrition”.
Part 2 of this article explains the evolution of the Sa’ar which show the installation of the A-4’s J-52 engine into the original airframe, with further hydraulics & avionics improvements.
This part reviews operations during the 1973 war.
The article contains many, previously unpublished photos of the Super-Mystere & Sa’ar in the IAF, as well as some photos of the Sa’ar in the Honduran air force..
Also of note are 4 pages of superb color profiles, made by Ra’anan Weiss.. 

IPMS Model Show – by Ofer Zidon    
                                                                             
Photos taken during the recent IPMS show, held at the IAF museum at Beer-Sheva, including list of the winners in the various categories.

The Nord in IAF Service – by Asher Shmulevich    
                                                            
The article briefly details various missions, accidents & major events during the service of this model in the IAF. 
The article describes the markings and painting applied to this aircraft, throughout its service in the IAF.
Many photos display the various markings, some of  “EL-AL” company & painting schemes.  

F-16A/B Netz Moving Base – by Ofer Zidon                                                                     

During the end of March, the Flying Wing squadron received its new aircraft, the F-16A/B “Netz”.
The quadroon had previously operated the A-4, which had been transferred to the Flying Tiger squadron.
In the event, a fly-by of tens of aircraft, flying in four ship formations, took place, ending in a long line along the runway.  
                                                    

Chaparel Anti Aircraft System Walkaround – by Sahi Finkelman                             

Many detailed photos of this system in IAF’s service.

Modeling Tamiya 1:35th T-55A – by Rafi Ben-Shachar                                                     

Rafi reviews his decision to model the T-55A tank, using the Tamiya model.
Rafi explains how he chose the specific color used for detailing the turret of this model while in service with the Egyptian army and
reviews the various options offered by Tamiya for this model, and how to better represent a model of the Egyptian army.