Testimonials

Robert Harwo

Listen to What Mr. Robert Harwo had to say about his FDM® Custom Made Model Airplane

Keith Fritz

Listen to What Mr. Keith Fritz had to say about his FDM® Custom Made Model Airplane

Just a quick comment to tell you how impressed I was with your work. Wow, the detail was amazing – well done.

Douglas Martin
Piper M350

Hello:

I received my model last week. Wow was I impressed – even to the VOR antennae on the Vertical Stabilizer. There was no need to search for other details as I felt if these were on the model, what else could I ask for.

Then I attempted to put the model on the stand. Even more impressed with the sturdiness and weight of the base and the attachment of the model to the stand. I was wondering about it tipping over – well, no need for that any more.

Thank you for this great job!

Sincerely,
J Gregory Jolda

We have received our airplane and couldn’t be happier. We purchased for our son who learned to fly in this plane and he was very happy with the model.
He said he is going to proudly display on his desk. Thank you so much for your customer service from the ordering to delivery process. You made me comfortable with ordering and I always felt valued.

Please let the craftsman know how impressed we are with our model plane.

Thanks again,
Kelly=

Just received the model! Truly incredible ! I’ve recommended it to several other colleagues that have their own planes !!
Regards,

FP Villano Consulting Engineer, LLC

Frank P. Villano, P.E.
Principal

Dear FDM,

I am sorry that I am so late responding to the magnificent model of our Cherokee Six with interior and our new livery and registration number N330P! I need to share this model with my 4 other partners and watch them drool. Hopefully they will order one each!

Over the years I actually purchased at least 4 models from you of our Cherokee Six N36462 and gave them each one as they purchased their share in our Partnership. That was over 15-20 years ago!

I also purchased several models of CAF owned T-34B that I sponsored and crew chief for what was then the Dixie Wing and is now Airbase Georgia.
I gave them to the three people who most supported the restoration project!
I only purchased the one for myself with the awesome detailed cockpit!
I purchased two PA-28-180 Archer II models with the detailed cockpit for myself and my son who jointly own N3056Z!
I regret that I purchased my Piper Cub NC 42269 model before you offered the detailed cockpit! It has been sold so I no longer have access to the interior! Otherwise, I would order another one! The Cub is a great model for having a detailed cabin!

There you have it, I have 5 models in my “stable” manufactured by the artisans of FDM! These models bring me great joy, pride and fond memories of my General Aviation career! I have supplied at least 7 models with my friends!

Needless to say, I have been a regular longtime very satisfied customer! You produce an awesome product! Additionally, it has been very easy to communicate with you and you keep me informed with the progress and the photos for final approval! I have nothing but praise for you and the models you made for me!

My sincerest “thanks” to all the people involved in producing your models at FDM!

Mike McGowan

Hello,

This is to thank you for creating my model of my Tecnam Sierra.

It is rare in today's world to have such personalized service and attention to detail. The communication was excellent. The model has turned out perfect, and I am so pleased.

This is the third model Airplane I have purchased from you, over a period of 20 years, and I think you are the top of your game right now. It is an excellent experience in every way.

Thank you so much!

Richard Thalheimer
www.richardthalheimer.com

Hello,

Just to tell you that I received the airplane model. It is really stunning! Big thanks to and much appreciation for the builder(s) of the model. These people must be very talented. I am really in awe!

Very glad to be able to give this as a present to my dad!

Kind regards,
Hans

All:

I just wanted to take a minute to let you know how blown away I am by the craftsmanship put into this project.  It looks incredible and drastically exceeded my expectations.  Thank you for making this such a special piece!

Thanks,

Steve Frantz

www.frantzgibson.com

Good morning Jason,

Jim here to express my gratitude for the outstanding work your crew did on my C7A Caribou ( FD24-1291 ) project.
When I received my order last Monday and open the package I was in awe of what I saw and tears came into my eyes , was so over joyed and so many memories came back in a blink.

Your firm beat and met all of my expectations. The detail is so amazing and to what I can remember.

So once again I want truly send my thanks and you made one Vietnam Veteran very happy and proud to have serviced my country in a time of need.

Also sending you a couple of pictures, hope can see my enjoyment.

Sincerely Jim Herrmann
Hope to see and meet you at Oshkosh, in July.

Received the model and was blown away how sharp it is. Gave it to my daughter and her grandfather 2 days ago and it really made a lasting impression.

The level of detail, color match, paint scheme, interior, cockpit etc. are amazing and was a huge bonus and a great conversation piece!

I appreciate all the efforts that went into this model. FDM staff are truly gifted and professional and can’t thank you enough.

As a bonus my daughter looked up FDM right away and searched for her 152 and to our surprise this model is already posted and takes center stage. It is masterfully written up in the description https://www.factorydirectmodels.com/gallery-details/10805-cessna-152-airplane-model-with-a-detailed-interior/ which added an even greater impression!

Again, can’t thank FDM enough and specifically Jason and Elmer for their coordination and professional efforts. First class all around.

Bryan Newman

I am so pleased with my aircraft. Thank you so much. you did an excellent job. Happy customer!!!

Dear Team at FDM,

I was recently thrilled to receive as a 60th Birthday gift a model of my King Air C 90 aircraft. This was given to me by my children as a gift for the special day.

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What a treasure…!!!

This is my first aircraft and I am about to take delivery any day now.

As time goes by, we plan to add to the aircraft fleet. We will order a model each time we add an aircraft.

I have the special model proudly displayed on my Board room table and the lovely comments when anyone sees it are amazing.

The detail and craftmanship of this model is extraordinary - Thank you for such a special treasure.

Martin

This is the third model purchased from your company. They are ALL amazingly PERFECT!!! Thanks so much for the great craftsmanship. We’re proud to display them. Rich Green

I received my beautiful model yesterday and you have exceeded my expectations. It is gorgeous!
Thank you for the awesome keepsake.

Sincerely,

David Osuna

Good morning Jason, Lauren,

We received our 2 custom painted Caravans today and they are awesome. Please pass on to your team that my leadership is very impressed. They are so impressed that I have been asked to inquire if a discount would be possible if we placed a larger order for these? I don’t have quantities yet, and don’t want to make promises, but we could be looking for 10-20 additional units.

Thanks again for all your assistance. We look forward to partnering with you on future orders.

Please have a great day.

D."Raye" Woods

Mike,

I received my "More American Graffiti" HELICOPTER today.

FANTASTIC! I placed it on the shelf above the TV next to the DC-7C.

It makes a GREAT addition to my collection.

Photo's attached.

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

Thanx,

Gregg Murphy

Hello,

Just wanted to let you know that we received our models yesterday. The rudder looks fantastic. Thank you so much for making it sturdier. We appreciate doing business with you!

Happy Holidays!

Warm Regards,

Deborah Taylor