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You're welcome, can't wait to see your Hornet build.

Chris, I don't believe Ponto Models make a set for the 1/200 USS Hornet CV8, but they do make one for Trumpeter or I Love Kit 1/200 USS Enterprise CV-8, which could be used easily since they were both Yorktown class CVs. I think the only difference for the most part was Hornet had Mark 37...

So here is where I am at with this build. I have pulled all the parts for the engine, but to my disappointment, the kit is molded in frets of color. Except for the pan (molded in black), the engine is molded in a metallic-ish silver. This normally wouldn't be a problem, but the pigments used...

A solid plan of action. ;) In the meantime, take your time and research airbrushing. When you're ready to pull the trigger, you'll be well informed and ready to enjoy the experience.

There has been a lot of great information shared here. I can only add that you may want to consider a single action airbrush to start. Dual action require a bit more finesse vs a single action, and has a stepper learning curve, being that you are controlling the amount of air and paint flow...

@Tommergun Man that looks sweet! White and red are always a nice color combo. Great job.

The major work will be done on the body, matching the custom color as best I can with the limited resources concerning the actual color, and of course all the livery that goes into it. I fitted the hood in place, and since this will be static, I've glued it in place and corrected all the gaps...

Just getting a little bit of work done. I masked off the under tray for painting, should be spraying white and on bottom frame which has been fitted with the transaxle and drive shaft casing. Did a test fit of the back deck which is two pieces and will cover everything being done on the back...