Model Aircraft Paint for US WWII and Modern Colors

This collection of Mission Models aircraft paints brings together essential colors created specifically for scale modelers who recreate American aircraft from World War II through modern US Air Force and US Navy jets. Each paint is formulated for smooth airbrush performance, strong pigmentation, and accurate FS color matching straight from the bottle.

What’s in This Collection?

Whether you are painting a WWII aircraft such as the P-51 Mustang or F4U Corsair, or modern aircraft like the F-16 or F/A-18, this selection provides the historically correct tones needed for authentic finishes. Popular colors in this lineup include:

  • Dark Ghost Grey FS 36320
  • Dark Gull Grey FS 36231
  • Sea Blue FS 15042
  • Intermediate Blue FS 35164
  • Olive Drab 41 WWII
  • Insignia White FS 17875
  • Cockpit interior greens and zinc chromate tones

Every color is carefully matched to replicate the true appearance of operational US military aircraft. The collection also includes primers, thinners, and additives that help you achieve optimal performance and realistic finishes.

Benefits, Uses, and Practical Tips

Mission Models paints are highly regarded for their durability, ease of use, and hybrid water-based acrylic formulation that atomizes smoothly and cures to a tough finish. If you are looking for historically accurate and reliable colors, this range covers the key tones used by American military aviation from WWII to the present day.

  • Thin your paint with Mission Models Thinner MMA-002 for better flow and controlled spraying, especially when pre-shading or covering large wing surfaces.
  • Add Polyurethane Mix Additive MMA-001 when you need extra durability, particularly for masking complex camo patterns or multicolor WWII schemes.
  • Spray in light layers to avoid pooling. The pigments are strong, and gradual passes achieve the best surface quality.
  • Use Transparent Medium for subtle modulation on naval blues, olive drabs, and other tones where depth adds realism.
  • Allow proper curing time before masking or weathering for maximum hardness and durability.

These paints excel in post-shading, modulation, chipping, and metallic wear, making them ideal whether you are building a heavily weathered WWII fighter or a clean modern jet.

Who Is This Collection For?

  • Modelers who build US aircraft from WWII to modern eras.
  • Hobbyists who want accurate FS color matches.
  • Artists who prefer acrylic paints with added polyurethane durability.
  • Builders who want reliable, high-quality airbrush performance.

With cockpit colors, camouflage tones, high-visibility colors, and weathering-ready shades, this collection provides everything you need to achieve authentic results.

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