1/48 BAE Hawk FOD covers

The BAE Hawk is a British two-seat jet trainer and light attack aircraft that first flew1974 and has since become one of the most successful and widely used trainers in the world. It is used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) and dozens of other countries for jet pilot training and, in some cases, light combat roles. The Hawk is renowned for its reliability, economical operation and versatility - serving in both training units and aerobatic teams (such as the famous Red Arrows). It is an attractive subject for modellers due to its clean lines, varied colour schemes and the ability to display the aircraft in various operational states.

The 1:48 scale Aires add-on features resin FOD (Foreign Object Damage) covers, which are protective elements that are fitted to the engine inlets when the aircraft is parked in real-life operation. Their purpose is to prevent foreign objects (stones, tools, birds, dirt) from entering the sensitive turbine, which could cause serious damage. These covers are a typical feature of aircraft on the ground, and adding them to the model greatly enhances the authenticity and detail, especially if you are building the aircraft in a parking configuration, on an airfield or as part of a diorama.

Resin parts from Aires are known for precision casting and fidelity to the original. Working with resin requires basic experience - parts need to be carefully cut from the castingblock, clean off any dirt, sand the mating surfaces and attach with a suitable adhesive (preferably CA or epoxy based). The accessory is universally applicable for 1:48 scale BAE Hawk kits from various manufacturers (e.g. Airfix, Italeri, Kinetic). Due to its small scale, it is also suitable for less experienced modellers who want to try working with aftermarket parts without having to deal with complicated installations.