"RAF Prop Bosses" Topic

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EnclavedMicrostate	08 Jun 2015 6:38 a.m. PST
I've noticed that on some RAF aircraft, the prop bosses are painted black instead of white. Is there any particular reason for this, and which units would it have affected at what time?
Doms Decals	10 Jun 2015 4:25 a.m. PST
Squadron whim as far as I'm aware – blue and red were also far from unknown – red being particularly prevalent in the Desert Air Force. I've not seen any rhyme or reason to it – it's a case of searching for a picture of the unit you want to depict.
EnclavedMicrostate	10 Jun 2015 11:43 p.m. PST
Thanks, Dom! I've bought some decals from you, so pictures may soon appear!

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