[Alex T.]

great job guys, now if I can add my 2 cents, I would like to point out one thing: realism!
If u look at wartime pictures of planes with light battle damage u will see not only rounded holes, but also bullet holes with different shapes, since usually the shooting angle would be from behind or front, not only perpendicual to the surface itself. Another point would be to be careful to the materials used on the various parts, like canvas on most control surfaces, wood on some planes and metal on others. I dunno if I made myself clear (I hope so!), but Iagree on the fact that the Bf109 with his big "mouse bites" is SO unrealistic. Another nice feature of some plane models is the actual 3d modeling of detached panels, that adds a good dose of realism IMHO. Anyways, here are some pictures that could be inspiring, if u guys have some more let's post them please, maybe in a specific reference thread.

look at this shrapnel scarring





Canvas damage






another forgotten thing on most aircrafts: armoures glass shattering





Last but not least: chicken wings anybody?



Cheers!

Alex