Renowned Aviation Artist Roy Cross Passed Away Peacefully
It’s very sad to hear that we’ve lost another Legend of aviation art with the passing of Roy Cross at the age of 100.
Roy was, of course, the chap who painted Airfix’s box art during the glory days and inspired most of us current aviation artists in our youth.
For me his 1/24 kit Hurricane painting was one of his best.
I remember receiving this kit twice for Christmas and both times just spending hours starting at the box art
A modellers legend sadly passes at 100.
Roy Cross was the artist for most of the iconic Airfix box pictures that had such an impact on the hobby and most modellers lives.
In fact, I probably owe my career to him.
Words fall short of expressing our grief for your loss, as we mourn with family and friends for this great loss.
We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of this promising being. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Feel free to drop condolence messages and prayers for the family and friends of the deceased, as it will go a very long way at this difficult time of theirs.
