Print Scale 72-107 Decal Sikorsky H-19 Part 1 Scale 1:72 for Helicopter Plastic model kit

Print Scale 72-107 is a waterslide decal set designed for 1:72 scale helicopter plastic model kits representing the Sikorsky H-19 / S-55 family and closely related licensed variants operated during the early Cold War period.

The Sikorsky H-19, also known as the S-55, was one of the most widely used medium helicopters of the 1950s, serving with naval and air forces around the world. It was employed in transport, rescue, maritime support, polar expeditions, and combat support roles. Aircraft represented in this decal set reflect diverse international service, including naval aviation, expeditionary operations, and rescue units.

This decal sheet includes marking options for helicopters operated by South American, European, and NATO-aligned forces, as well as a British-built derivative used during the Suez Crisis. The set is suitable for advanced modelers seeking historically accurate rotary-wing subjects from the immediate post-war era.

• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Scale: 1:72
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Category: Waterslide decals
• Intended for: Helicopter plastic model kits
• Recommended kit: Any / Universal
• Material: Paper
• Skill level: Advanced
• Historical period: Early Cold War (1950s – early 1960s)
• Model (SKU): Print Scale 72-107

Included marking options

1. Sikorsky S-55, serial 371/2-PH-412 (55-633), Escuadrilla Aeronaval de Helicópteros / Escuadra Aeronaval No. 2, embarked aboard Argentine Navy icebreaker ARA General San Martín during the Antarctic Summer Campaign, 1959–1960.
2. Sikorsky H-19, serial number 9626, 108 Communications Flight, 1955.
3. Sikorsky H-19D, Flottille 33F, French Navy aviation units, Algeria, 1958.
4. Sikorsky H-19D, Centro Soccorso Cagliari-Elmas, Italy, 1963.
5. Sikorsky S-55, aircraft “02”, First Helicopter Squadron, 1956.
6. Sikorsky S-55, serial Z.1-10/003, based at Rota, Spain, 1958.
7. Westland Whirlwind HAS.22, serial WV204/P, embarked on HMS Theseus during Operation Musketeer, Suez Crisis, 1956.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale product range and belongs to the Waterslide Decals category. Designed for compatibility with 1:72 scale helicopter model kits.

FAQ

Which helicopters are covered by this decal set?

The set is intended for Sikorsky H-19 / S-55 helicopters and closely related licensed variants such as the Westland Whirlwind.

What historical period does this decal set represent?

The markings represent early Cold War service during the 1950s and early 1960s, including expeditionary, naval, and rescue operations.

Are multiple countries represented?

Yes. The set includes helicopters operated by Argentine, French, Italian, Spanish, British, and other international forces.

Is this decal set suitable for beginners?

Due to the complexity and precision of the markings, this set is recommended for experienced modelers.

Can these decals be used with any manufacturer’s kit?

Yes. The decals are compatible with any 1:72 scale Sikorsky H-19 / S-55 helicopter plastic model kit.