Steps for Painting a Model Airplane

• 1). Unpack the model and inventory the enclosed parts. Assure that all parts are present before starting painting and assembly.
  
  
• 2). Wash all plastic parts in warm soapy water. Rinse with clear water. Allow parts to air dry.
  
  
• 3). Protect work area with newspaper or other material. Assure adequate ventilation prior to beginning painting and assembly.
  
  
• 4). Paint interior details that will be enclosed in the fuselage or wings. The cockpit, landing gear, and wheel wells should be painted first.
  
  
• 5). Assemble the aircraft. You can eliminate gaps and blemishes with filler, but sand filler smooth for painting.
  
  
• 6). Mask canopies, windows, and other areas that should not be painted.
  
  
• 7). Prime the plane as recommended by the paint manufacturer.
  
  
• 8). Paint the plane by applying multiple thin layers of paint using brushes, air brushes, or spray paint. Additional layers can be added when the paint is still tacky. Sand lightly between layers if the paint has dried.
  
  
• 9). Apply a clear coat of varnish over the final colored layer and the decals when they have dried.