Model Airplane Plans and Kits

Maybe you just bought a new model plane or are looking to spruce up your current one. These tips and resources are sure to help you find the perfect match. Coloring and design are very important pieces of your aircraft. With the proper model airplane decal you can give your plane a unique identity of its own. Making it easier to see while flying in the sky, it also protects the body of the plane from minor scratches and catches attention while you show off to your friends.

Types of Decals and Designs

Pre-Made Decals
You can buy professionally made decals with many various designs to choose from. They are very simple to apply and look great. Below are some places you can check out that carry decals.
Home-Made Decals
For the very artistic individuals out there, you could always design your own decals. Be creative, just about anything can be used to decorate your airplane as long as it doesn’t effect the overall weight or an object that would cause greater wind resistance. If you are computer savvy, you could create a design on your computer and print it out using adhesive paper or draw a custom design on adhesive paper. There will be more information on how to creative your own decals soon.
Painting
This form of design probably isn’t as widely used as others but it definitely will make your model airplane stand out. Just to give a few ideas: you can paint it yourself, go to an airbrush shop or visit a kindergarten class for a hour. Any of these will get it painted. Of course choosing to paint your airplane has other factors to consider. The type of wood, plastic or metal can effect the outcome. More information on how to paint your plane will be available soon.