Stratus 27506 Samolot po polsku Maxi: Dwumiejscowe wersje samolotu MiG-15 w lotnictwie polskim PL

The book "Samolot po polsku Maxi: Two-seat versions of the MiG-15 aircraft in Polish aviation" is an essential publication for every modeler and enthusiast of PRL military aviation. It offers a unique, detailed description of the history of the two-seat versions of the MiG-15, which were the backbone of pilot training in the Polish Air Force during the Cold War period.

• Format: printed book, soft cover
• Language: Polish
• Number of pages: 160
• ISBN: 978-83-66042-09-4

The publication presents an in-depth study of the trainer and specialized variants of the Lim-15 UTI aircraft produced in Poland, including the Czechoslovakian-made CS-102 variant. Precise descriptions of conversions to SBLim-1 and SBLim-2 variants provide valuable material for modelers wishing to build specific aircraft versions in scale. Extensive photographic documentation includes unpublished photos from various periods of service, making this book an excellent source of inspiration and historical knowledge.

One of the key chapters is the section presenting the camouflage schemes and insignia used on various MiG-15 UTI aircraft, with clear profiles and paint scheme descriptions for all two-seat versions operated at Polish military airfields—an ideal aid when recreating the authentic look of scale plastic models in 1/72, 1/48, or 1/32. Particularly valuable is the part dedicated to museum aircraft—among others, exhibits from the Polish Air Force Museum in Dęblin—with descriptions of their condition and unique paint features.

The period these aircraft versions were in use is chiefly the Cold War, from the 1950s up to the 1980s. The MiG-15 UTI was used to train generations of fighter pilots, and to a limited extent for reconnaissance and artillery missions as well.

• Category: modeling and historical literature
• Material: printed on high-quality paper
• Supplement: rich illustrative material, descriptions of versions and paint schemes

The publication is particularly recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to create faithfully reproduced models of Polish MiG-15 UTI versions or delve into their history. The book will also prove to be a reliable source for aviation historians and military memorabilia collectors.

Level of difficulty in using the material (for modelers): 1/5 – easy to absorb, richly illustrated, ideal as a guide and source of inspiration.