Print Scale 72-353 Decal P-38J Lighting Top Pilots over Europe 1944-1945 Scale 1:72 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 72-353 Waterslide Decals are designed for 1:72 scale aircraft plastic model kits representing the Lockheed P-38J Lightning. This decal set focuses on aircraft operated over Europe during the 1944–1945 period and provides historically researched markings for late-war USAAF fighter subjects.

The P-38 Lightning served as a long-range escort and fighter aircraft in the European theater during the later stages of World War II. The aircraft included in this set reflect different production blocks, units, and operational locations, illustrating the varied use of the P-38J in combat operations across Western and Southern Europe.

The decals are printed on thin carrier film to ensure precise placement on the P-38’s distinctive twin-boom airframe, including national insignia, unit codes, serial numbers, and nose art where applicable. This set is compatible with any 1:72 scale plastic model kit depicting the P-38J Lightning and is recommended for experienced modelers due to the complexity of late-war fighter markings.

• Aircraft: Lockheed P-38J Lightning
• Variant / Family: P-38J Lightning
• Scale: 1:72
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United States Army Air Forces
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 72-353

Included aircraft marking options

This decal set includes multiple marking options for P-38J Lightning aircraft operated in the European theater during 1944–1945.

• P-38J-15-LO, serial 42-104425 “Boomerang”, 434th FS, 479th FG, 8th AF, Wattisham, United Kingdom, August 1944.
• P-38J-10, serial 42-68024 “Snookie II”, 49th FS / 14th FG, Triolo, Italy, June 1944.
• P-38J-15, serial 43-28258 “Pat III”, 14th FG, Triolo, Italy, July 1944.
• P-38J-15, serial 43-28650 “Sweet Sue” / “Nellie Ann”, 27th FS / 1st FG, Salsola, Italy, summer 1944.
• P-38J-25, serial 44-23590 “Scrapiron IV”, 393rd FS / 367th FG, Juvincourt, France, November 1944.
• P-38J-10, serial 42-67926 “Susie”, 79th FS / 20th FG, Kingscliffe, United Kingdom, March 1944.
• P-38J-10, serial 42-68017 “Connie & Butch Inc.”, 383rd FS / 364th FG, Honington, United Kingdom, May 1944.
• P-38J-15-LO, serial 43-28796 “Judy Ann”, 95th FS / 82nd FG, Vincenzo, Italy, June 1944.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale product range and belongs to the Decals and Waterslide Decals categories. It is intended for use with 1:72 scale aircraft model kits and complements historical projects within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Which P-38 variant is covered by this decal set?

This set is intended specifically for the Lockheed P-38J Lightning.

How many aircraft marking options are included?

The decal sheet provides marking options for eight different P-38J aircraft.

Are these decals compatible with all 1:72 P-38J kits?

Yes. The set is marked as universal and can be applied to any compatible 1:72 scale P-38J Lightning plastic model kit.

What historical period do the markings represent?

The markings correspond to aircraft operated in Europe during 1944 and 1945.

Is this decal set suitable for beginner modelers?

This set is recommended for advanced modelers due to the complexity of late-war fighter markings and the twin-boom airframe layout.