Roban 800 UH-1D Huey build thread

Next up are some of the small details. My main goal was to glue the horizontal stabilizer onto the tail of the helicopter and install the windows.

Unfortunately, my model did not come with windows, and they are currently unavailable for purchase. I was able to buy windows from the 800-size Bell 412. However, when I received the kit, I realized that it did not include windows for the doors. The door windows should be easy enough to make from a flat piece of acrylic, so I’m not too concerned.

For the windows on top of the fuselage, I wanted to make them green, so I used some clear green vinyl wrap for this. I applied two layers to make it more opaque, but after looking at it in the sun, the green turned out too fluorescent. I plan to search for a clear green paint to use later.

I’m a little bummed that this model somehow ended up without windows, but as a modeler, this isn’t something that will stop me from making progress—just adds to the fun.