Steve - Morning. A lot of steam-bending of parts today in order to get the straps and lines draped properly. The oxygen mask has to be placed just right, so that the straps connect with the helmet, which could be tricky. I think I'll get on with the 1/16 Alpine US infantryman next, as at least the head is out of the way. Quite warm here as it happens, and sunny - my granddaughter's 2nd birthday as well - hopefully seeing her at the weekend if we feel well enough.
Colin - Glad you like him. I've been looking at a lot of research , part of which has been an amazing array of 'combat' footage on Youtube, both USAAF and German camera gun. One sequence showed that immaculate belly landing of a crippled B-17, easily comparable to Sully's landing on the Hudson.