ModelWorks Direct

ModelWorks Direct creates custom aircraft display models for pilots, collectors and aviation organisations. Its range includes wooden models of private jets, commercial airliners, helicopters, military aircraft and historic warbirds. Each aircraft can be made to the customer's chosen scale, markings and specifications. The company also produces larger exhibition models and other custom replicas.

Custom Aircraft Display Models

Aircraft models are the main focus of ModelWorks Direct.

The company makes replicas of many aircraft types, including Cirrus, Gulfstream and Cessna airplanes. Its selection also covers fighter jets, business aircraft, helicopters and military planes from the Second World War.

Customers can request a model of a particular aircraft rather than choosing only from standard designs.

ModelWorks Direct works from reference photographs and drawings to reproduce the appearance of the original aircraft.

This includes the aircraft's proportions, paint scheme, markings and structural details.

The company produces models for personal collections, airline displays and memorial pieces. Its aircraft replicas are also intended for retired pilots who want to display an aircraft connected to their flying experience.

Handcrafted Wooden Aircraft

ModelWorks Direct specialises in wooden aircraft replicas.

Its models are carved from Philippine mahogany and finished by hand. The process includes painting the aircraft and reproducing the details requested by the customer.

The company also works with other hardwoods when creating model interiors.

Some models include cockpit panels, cabin layouts and other interior features.

A custom aircraft model can therefore show more than the outside shape of an airplane.

Each custom aircraft replica includes a handcrafted display stand.

The stand provides a way to present the finished model on a desk, shelf or other display surface.

Aircraft Sizes and Scales

ModelWorks Direct produces aircraft models in a range of sizes.

Its examples include compact 1:500 scale airliners and 1:32 scale warbirds.

Customers can also request models made to their preferred dimensions.

The company's capabilities extend from small desktop aircraft replicas to large exhibition pieces. Its stated manufacturing range covers models from 12 inches to 21 feet.

This allows a customer to choose a model based on its intended display space and purpose.

A desktop replica and a large exhibition aircraft may represent the same type of airplane, but they serve different display needs.

Helicopters and Other Custom Models

ModelWorks Direct also makes helicopter replicas.

These include military rotorcraft, rescue helicopters and private helicopters.

The company works to reproduce their individual structures, paintwork and aircraft details.

Beyond aviation, its modelling services cover custom cars, maritime models and other subjects.

Customers can provide photographs or drawings to guide the appearance of a model.

For pilots and aviation enthusiasts, ModelWorks Direct provides a way to preserve a connection with a particular aircraft. A custom replica can represent an airplane someone has flown, owned, collected or simply admired.