1/35 Luftwaffe Pilots and Command Staff

MiniArt Luftwaffe Pilots and Command Staff is a universal figure set focused on the atmosphere and "life" around Luftwaffe aircraft during WWII. It's not just one static group, but a mix of pilots and command or staff personnel figures depicted in varioussituations ranging from calmer, relaxed attitudes to work moments typical of airfield operations. This makes the set suitable for dynamic dioramas as well as quieter scenes where the aim is to add scale and story to the aircraft without overcrowding the base with lots of equipment.

A big advantage is the variability of the characters' clothing and overall "look". The figures have different types of aviation and service uniforms, allowing the scene to be built with a natural hierarchy and role of eachpersons, e.g. a pilot ready to fly, escort personnel, or a commander or staff officer during a briefing. It is this combination that is ideal for typical themes such as pre-mission briefing, preparation on the stand, talking at the aircraft, checking the machine on return or normal operations in the background. The kit therefore pairs very well with 1:48 scale aircraft models and can be used across a variety of different types of airfield scenes, from a simple mat under a finished model to elaborate dioramas with equipment and accessories.

The workmanship focuses on the fine details that make the figures convincing even on close inspection, i.e. realistic proportions, small elements of equipment and legible details of uniforms. Accessories are also included to help "anchor" the scene to the specific situation and give the characters a natural interaction with the environment. Overall, this is a very practical kit for anyone who wants to add a human element to a Luftwaffe aircraft, to enhance scale and make the finished model a small story, not just a stand-alone exhibit.