Flying bases

We (Wassail Beagles) began using Aeronautica Imperialis flying bases in late 2009, primarily for WWII aircraft. These are black plastic hexagons with a clear plastic rod, upon which the aircraft is mounted. The bases have two dials to allow the representation of speed and altitude (both running 0 to 9). The bases have proved very popular with all the players.

The bases are available from Forgeworld.

We, like many gamers, use these with small magnets; one glued to the plane, one to the top of the stand. This makes transportation much easier. We use small cylindrical magnets, available from Dom's Decals.

They work even better when used with Beagle Nuts!

Left: A base from Forgeworld, with attached magnet; a Beagle Nut; and a 1/300 scale RAF Phantom with attached magnet.