Why aviation artwork looks different on screen and in print
A screen preview and a printed desk mat are different viewing conditions. This guide explains colour profiles, mockup limi...
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FGR4 INTELTHE DISPATCH.
Aircraft notes, airfield design, release briefings and the thinking behind the artwork. Filed from the FGR4 hangar.
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Why line weight matters in technical aviation artwork
Thick, medium and fine lines help organise technical aviation artwork. Use this three-pass guide to read the main subject, structure and supporting detail.
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How to keep a source note for aviation artwork
A five-field source note helps you remember what an aviation artwork depicts, where the identification came from and what ...
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Aircraft side, top and front views: what each reveals
A side profile, top view and front view each reveal a different part of an aircraft’s shape. Learn what to look for—and wh...
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MAN or EGCC? Manchester airport codes explained
One airport, two identifiers. Use Manchester to understand IATA and ICAO codes, avoid the city-code trap and read the labe...
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Checking aircraft variant captions: why the date matters
A Sea Harrier museum record shows why a matching serial does not settle a variant label. Check the version, aircraft ident...
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