Hi all,
The two photographs of 121.57 I have and a colour profile show that this aircraft had the later 'Balkenkreuz', straight-armed cross markings.
The requirement to change to this type of marking was introduced during 1918, to replace the earlier 'Eisernekrueze' iron crosses.
However, not all aircraft markings had been changed before the Armistice.
The photographs of 121.57 with the 'Balkenkreuz' markings on were taken late in WW1 following a flying accident.
Earlier, aircraft would have had the 'Cross Patt'e' (Iron Cross) markings as shown on 121.27, 121.36 and 121.55.
I chose to apply those markings rather than the later 'Balkenkreuz' markings.
It should be noted that the markings on the upper wing and rudder had white borders. The markings on the lower wings were black only, with no border.
The following decals were from my decal 'spares' collection from other built models:
'Balkenkreuz' markings.
Fuselage data plates.
Interplane strut serial numbers.
Rudder cable outlet surrounds (fuselage).
The following decals were sourced from online resources and the colour profile.
These were copied then prepared in 'Paint Shop Pro' software.
They were then printed on 'MDP' clear decal paper (laser decal paper), using my Canon LBP631Cw laser printer.
Laser printing means the decals do not require sealing before use, as would be the case if created on an inkjet printer.
Fuselage serial numbers.
Fuselage data legend.
'Phonix' company logo (rudder).
Mike
