MANY COMPETITORS intimidated prospect flying major contest rather driving concerns center around getting equipment safely site affordable price particularly plane large fragile such Control Line Stunter fears basis proper techniques both packaging diplomacy airlines problems can readily overcome First lets take quick look economics flying vs driving Basically comes down evaluating time off work real cost using car vs air fare car rental hard-core competitor major contest team trials across country decision fly obvious however contest say 1500 miles away decision less clear Lets look costs hypothetical trip substitute own numbers halfway across country compete week Nationals Flying Air fare e 0 Car rental200 Extra lost work . Food/motel @ $6a/day .. 360 Total$929 Driving Car @ 15/mile . 450 Two days @ $75 360 $959 simple example cost flying vs driving nearly wash value time and/or dislike driving very long distances car relatively new choice leans heavily toward flying can deal logistics first thing must done plan fly contest come terms fact will able bring entire shop serious about competing however should know what items susceptible failure bring items like extra wheel collars props spinner adapters other things lost can stop cold other hand spare engines instantly ready run ie broken over hill should left home Tools such soldering irons rarely used can handy usually readily available modelers bring shops other hand motivation bringing soldering iron correct tank leak bring extra tank Substituting proven tank faster easier carry soldering iron flux etc other words evaluate equipment carefully weigh pun intended its usefulness against likelihood actually needing over course week good idea carry critical items cannot replaced readily carry-on baggage Items such custom control handle transmitter contaimng vital Competing Air 80 Model Aviation trim adjustments fall category plane lost transit indeed out business other box containing peripheral equipment lost starting battery lines etc elements can usually bought borrowed Fuel must sent separately penalties shipping fuel along gear commercial airline far outweigh nuisance picking up phone several weeks advance leaving ordering fuel sent motel Yes thats have to put problem bed major problems package aircraft equipment charm airline shipping crate excess baggage air freight large part minimizing aggravation shipping model crate keeping light show up oversize object looks massive airlines apprehension assuaged demonstrating person can easily move crate design have found successful shipping large model overly rigid making box less vault-like less shock transmitted plane box dropped extreme case box dropped off back pickup truck box broke two CL Stunter inside suffered no damage box primarily /8-in plywood stiffened externally 34 x 3-in braces Photo 1 engine bolted bottom box has reinforced 3A-in wood Photo 2 Foam rubber prevents plane rolling yoke built box aft wing restrains plane yaw yoke Photo 3 full depth box important because helps support sides box well restrain fuselage Bubble pack between fuselage yoke acts cushion tail wheel prevents tail moving downward bubble pack top rudder prevents plane moving pitch direction lid box held hex-head sheet metal screws spaced 8 outside box should have name address appropriate FRAGILE signs Give two coats urethane protect wood elements Dont get carried away making box look pretty After few trips will begin look less pristine can build box yourself businesses specialize fabricating shipping crates similar described Check under packaging yellow pages phone directory Typically cost between $125 $200 unpainted Unless have special tools fabrication usually worthwhile have someone else make Wheels can added box box still quite manageable important screw well glue various components added box Any glue joint over period time Continued page 190 Have ever considered traveling models way other ground vehicle author has hes found going airline winner instances article tells does U Robert BaronI February 1989 81 SPECIALISTS IN CUSTOM COX TEE DEE & REED ENGINES 020S 049S 051S & 09S ALL CUSTOM & STOCK PARTS VAILABLEINDIWDUALL V COMPETITION ACCESSORIES & CUSTOMIZED K&B ENGINES RACING WHEELS KLO7Z OIL CARBON FIBER SOLID LINES ALL KINDS OF FUEL TUBING FOUR BRANDS OFGLOWPLUGS HA RD-TO-FIND HA RD WARE OLD TIMER SUPPLIES COILS CONDENSERS NGK & STIlT SPARK PLUGS SILK 12 COLORS QUALITY DOPE BRUSHES 5& 7LOOP 1/4 RUBBER BANDS TRANSISTOR IGNITION SYSTEMS RESISTOR HIGH TENSION LEADS 1/2A TEXACOPLAYBOYSR KIT 1/2A TEXACO ENGINES & PARTS KSB & IGNITION TIMERS RUBBER POWER KITS PROPS TISSUE AND OTHER SUPPLIES CYANOACRYLA TES& EPOXIES ORDER BY MAIL OR PHONE 619 728-4395 SORRY NOCOD VISA & MASTERCARD WELCOME MINIMUM MERCHANDISE ORDER $1000 SHIPPING & HANDLING FEE $150 FOR INSURANCE ADD $100 STOCK ORDERS SHIPPED WITHIN 24 HRS PRODUCTS FOR ThE DISCERNING MODELER Complete Line Exhaust Systems * Tuned Pipes led Tuned Pipes * Headers uri Mufflers Expansion Mufflers copter Ball Mufflers Specialized Exhaust Systems Unsurpassed Workmanship & Performance Race aircraft durability some years ago still work quite satisfactorily Quickie Rat racers types di mensions allowed within rules However results recent race indicates Bishoff-designed Barracuda placed second third Mike Grebs square-tipped-wing design first Bill indicates custom kit available Barracuda features quality wood excellent workmanship Want Contact Custom Models Inc 5515 Bridgeton Dr Ar lington TX 76018 call 817 467-9211 Any interested building regional racers can either utilize plans printed column July 1988 issue Model Aviation purchase fine custom kits As always solicit comments photo graphs try keep column place such things can shared other CL Racing enthusiasts across nation around world Air/Baron Continued page 81 can pop loose warning cause serious damage model example landing gear hold-down block Photo 4 example part should definitely held box sheet metal screws added safety fuel can dispenser empty vented prevent expansion reduced pressure aircraft handy item place box takes up fair amount volume relatively light Note attachment method using locating block rubberbands Photo 5 Other items such box propellers can placed airplane shipping crate much weight penalty Using airplane box light yet bulky items can save critical volume packaging flight gear separate box rolls paper towels can placed between box wing consume much volume little weight particularly useful paper towels always readily available competing foreign countries no self-respecting Stunt flier has ever able compete least few rolls Bounty Photo 6 shows airplane complete spinner prop fuel can landing gear positioning yoke technique can used package two large planes very small 3 addition box width intend take two planes significantly less expensive make box accommodate extra plane rather have two airplane boxes Photo 7 shows neatly two aircraft can nestled crate provided landing gear made removable dealing airlines very helpful have notation made ticket purchased will carrying oversize crate weighs approximately 25-35 pounds Also request notation state have traveled air before fits jet aircraft including smaller Boeing 737 note will actual ticket should displayed CRT terminal checking flight particular box 60 x 48 x 12 has corners cut off minimize bulk size has problem insofar fitting baggage compartment commercial jet aircraft typical charge excess baggage i $30 way little tact part sometimes fee will waived & sure arrive least half hours before flight time smooth out difficulties may arise have enough time negotiate airlines can very arbitrary may end up paying much necessary encounter resistance dont argue Immediately ask speak supervisor major airlines part very image conscious can usually solve model shipment problems treated civil manner think follow guidelines outlined above competing air can broaden competitive horizons well reduce costs burden traveling distant sites Editors note advice presented article particularly applicable single individual traveling domestic flights author has done number occasions works him Group travel such US teams World Championships other countries quite another matter Can imagine shock airline personnel upon being confronted 12 almost-coffin-size boxes case recent Control Line World Championships Deft maneuvering AMAs travel agent has saved day oncebut dollar costs have bordered unmanageable New limitations appear wind advice anyone building model expectation having travel air construct model units can disassembled packing container can lightweight minimum size Doing will make acceptance airlines easier no low cost Just important model box will easier manage ground RC Scale WC/Buso Continued page 94 flights scheduled event under tremendous pressure make re maining two flights countand did jet turned flawless performances hi nose-high takeoffs landings spec tacular watch judges scored accor dingly Avonds became World Cham pion 364035 points 190 Model Aviation OUR REV-UP INVENTORY VERA GES OVER 9000 PROPS II IMMEDIATE SHIPMENT ON VISA/MC
Edition: Model Aviation - 1989/02
Page Numbers: 80, 81, 190
MANY COMPETITORS intimidated prospect flying major contest rather driving concerns center around getting equipment safely site affordable price particularly plane large fragile such Control Line Stunter fears basis proper techniques both packaging diplomacy airlines problems can readily overcome First lets take quick look economics flying vs driving Basically comes down evaluating time off work real cost using car vs air fare car rental hard-core competitor major contest team trials across country decision fly obvious however contest say 1500 miles away decision less clear Lets look costs hypothetical trip substitute own numbers halfway across country compete week Nationals Flying Air fare e 0 Car rental200 Extra lost work . Food/motel @ $6a/day .. 360 Total$929 Driving Car @ 15/mile . 450 Two days @ $75 360 $959 simple example cost flying vs driving nearly wash value time and/or dislike driving very long distances car relatively new choice leans heavily toward flying can deal logistics first thing must done plan fly contest come terms fact will able bring entire shop serious about competing however should know what items susceptible failure bring items like extra wheel collars props spinner adapters other things lost can stop cold other hand spare engines instantly ready run ie broken over hill should left home Tools such soldering irons rarely used can handy usually readily available modelers bring shops other hand motivation bringing soldering iron correct tank leak bring extra tank Substituting proven tank faster easier carry soldering iron flux etc other words evaluate equipment carefully weigh pun intended its usefulness against likelihood actually needing over course week good idea carry critical items cannot replaced readily carry-on baggage Items such custom control handle transmitter contaimng vital Competing Air 80 Model Aviation trim adjustments fall category plane lost transit indeed out business other box containing peripheral equipment lost starting battery lines etc elements can usually bought borrowed Fuel must sent separately penalties shipping fuel along gear commercial airline far outweigh nuisance picking up phone several weeks advance leaving ordering fuel sent motel Yes thats have to put problem bed major problems package aircraft equipment charm airline shipping crate excess baggage air freight large part minimizing aggravation shipping model crate keeping light show up oversize object looks massive airlines apprehension assuaged demonstrating person can easily move crate design have found successful shipping large model overly rigid making box less vault-like less shock transmitted plane box dropped extreme case box dropped off back pickup truck box broke two CL Stunter inside suffered no damage box primarily /8-in plywood stiffened externally 34 x 3-in braces Photo 1 engine bolted bottom box has reinforced 3A-in wood Photo 2 Foam rubber prevents plane rolling yoke built box aft wing restrains plane yaw yoke Photo 3 full depth box important because helps support sides box well restrain fuselage Bubble pack between fuselage yoke acts cushion tail wheel prevents tail moving downward bubble pack top rudder prevents plane moving pitch direction lid box held hex-head sheet metal screws spaced 8 outside box should have name address appropriate FRAGILE signs Give two coats urethane protect wood elements Dont get carried away making box look pretty After few trips will begin look less pristine can build box yourself businesses specialize fabricating shipping crates similar described Check under packaging yellow pages phone directory Typically cost between $125 $200 unpainted Unless have special tools fabrication usually worthwhile have someone else make Wheels can added box box still quite manageable important screw well glue various components added box Any glue joint over period time Continued page 190 Have ever considered traveling models way other ground vehicle author has hes found going airline winner instances article tells does U Robert BaronI February 1989 81 SPECIALISTS IN CUSTOM COX TEE DEE & REED ENGINES 020S 049S 051S & 09S ALL CUSTOM & STOCK PARTS VAILABLEINDIWDUALL V COMPETITION ACCESSORIES & CUSTOMIZED K&B ENGINES RACING WHEELS KLO7Z OIL CARBON FIBER SOLID LINES ALL KINDS OF FUEL TUBING FOUR BRANDS OFGLOWPLUGS HA RD-TO-FIND HA RD WARE OLD TIMER SUPPLIES COILS CONDENSERS NGK & STIlT SPARK PLUGS SILK 12 COLORS QUALITY DOPE BRUSHES 5& 7LOOP 1/4 RUBBER BANDS TRANSISTOR IGNITION SYSTEMS RESISTOR HIGH TENSION LEADS 1/2A TEXACOPLAYBOYSR KIT 1/2A TEXACO ENGINES & PARTS KSB & IGNITION TIMERS RUBBER POWER KITS PROPS TISSUE AND OTHER SUPPLIES CYANOACRYLA TES& EPOXIES ORDER BY MAIL OR PHONE 619 728-4395 SORRY NOCOD VISA & MASTERCARD WELCOME MINIMUM MERCHANDISE ORDER $1000 SHIPPING & HANDLING FEE $150 FOR INSURANCE ADD $100 STOCK ORDERS SHIPPED WITHIN 24 HRS PRODUCTS FOR ThE DISCERNING MODELER Complete Line Exhaust Systems * Tuned Pipes led Tuned Pipes * Headers uri Mufflers Expansion Mufflers copter Ball Mufflers Specialized Exhaust Systems Unsurpassed Workmanship & Performance Race aircraft durability some years ago still work quite satisfactorily Quickie Rat racers types di mensions allowed within rules However results recent race indicates Bishoff-designed Barracuda placed second third Mike Grebs square-tipped-wing design first Bill indicates custom kit available Barracuda features quality wood excellent workmanship Want Contact Custom Models Inc 5515 Bridgeton Dr Ar lington TX 76018 call 817 467-9211 Any interested building regional racers can either utilize plans printed column July 1988 issue Model Aviation purchase fine custom kits As always solicit comments photo graphs try keep column place such things can shared other CL Racing enthusiasts across nation around world Air/Baron Continued page 81 can pop loose warning cause serious damage model example landing gear hold-down block Photo 4 example part should definitely held box sheet metal screws added safety fuel can dispenser empty vented prevent expansion reduced pressure aircraft handy item place box takes up fair amount volume relatively light Note attachment method using locating block rubberbands Photo 5 Other items such box propellers can placed airplane shipping crate much weight penalty Using airplane box light yet bulky items can save critical volume packaging flight gear separate box rolls paper towels can placed between box wing consume much volume little weight particularly useful paper towels always readily available competing foreign countries no self-respecting Stunt flier has ever able compete least few rolls Bounty Photo 6 shows airplane complete spinner prop fuel can landing gear positioning yoke technique can used package two large planes very small 3 addition box width intend take two planes significantly less expensive make box accommodate extra plane rather have two airplane boxes Photo 7 shows neatly two aircraft can nestled crate provided landing gear made removable dealing airlines very helpful have notation made ticket purchased will carrying oversize crate weighs approximately 25-35 pounds Also request notation state have traveled air before fits jet aircraft including smaller Boeing 737 note will actual ticket should displayed CRT terminal checking flight particular box 60 x 48 x 12 has corners cut off minimize bulk size has problem insofar fitting baggage compartment commercial jet aircraft typical charge excess baggage i $30 way little tact part sometimes fee will waived & sure arrive least half hours before flight time smooth out difficulties may arise have enough time negotiate airlines can very arbitrary may end up paying much necessary encounter resistance dont argue Immediately ask speak supervisor major airlines part very image conscious can usually solve model shipment problems treated civil manner think follow guidelines outlined above competing air can broaden competitive horizons well reduce costs burden traveling distant sites Editors note advice presented article particularly applicable single individual traveling domestic flights author has done number occasions works him Group travel such US teams World Championships other countries quite another matter Can imagine shock airline personnel upon being confronted 12 almost-coffin-size boxes case recent Control Line World Championships Deft maneuvering AMAs travel agent has saved day oncebut dollar costs have bordered unmanageable New limitations appear wind advice anyone building model expectation having travel air construct model units can disassembled packing container can lightweight minimum size Doing will make acceptance airlines easier no low cost Just important model box will easier manage ground RC Scale WC/Buso Continued page 94 flights scheduled event under tremendous pressure make re maining two flights countand did jet turned flawless performances hi nose-high takeoffs landings spec tacular watch judges scored accor dingly Avonds became World Cham pion 364035 points 190 Model Aviation OUR REV-UP INVENTORY VERA GES OVER 9000 PROPS II IMMEDIATE SHIPMENT ON VISA/MC
Edition: Model Aviation - 1989/02
Page Numbers: 80, 81, 190
MANY COMPETITORS intimidated prospect flying major contest rather driving concerns center around getting equipment safely site affordable price particularly plane large fragile such Control Line Stunter fears basis proper techniques both packaging diplomacy airlines problems can readily overcome First lets take quick look economics flying vs driving Basically comes down evaluating time off work real cost using car vs air fare car rental hard-core competitor major contest team trials across country decision fly obvious however contest say 1500 miles away decision less clear Lets look costs hypothetical trip substitute own numbers halfway across country compete week Nationals Flying Air fare e 0 Car rental200 Extra lost work . Food/motel @ $6a/day .. 360 Total$929 Driving Car @ 15/mile . 450 Two days @ $75 360 $959 simple example cost flying vs driving nearly wash value time and/or dislike driving very long distances car relatively new choice leans heavily toward flying can deal logistics first thing must done plan fly contest come terms fact will able bring entire shop serious about competing however should know what items susceptible failure bring items like extra wheel collars props spinner adapters other things lost can stop cold other hand spare engines instantly ready run ie broken over hill should left home Tools such soldering irons rarely used can handy usually readily available modelers bring shops other hand motivation bringing soldering iron correct tank leak bring extra tank Substituting proven tank faster easier carry soldering iron flux etc other words evaluate equipment carefully weigh pun intended its usefulness against likelihood actually needing over course week good idea carry critical items cannot replaced readily carry-on baggage Items such custom control handle transmitter contaimng vital Competing Air 80 Model Aviation trim adjustments fall category plane lost transit indeed out business other box containing peripheral equipment lost starting battery lines etc elements can usually bought borrowed Fuel must sent separately penalties shipping fuel along gear commercial airline far outweigh nuisance picking up phone several weeks advance leaving ordering fuel sent motel Yes thats have to put problem bed major problems package aircraft equipment charm airline shipping crate excess baggage air freight large part minimizing aggravation shipping model crate keeping light show up oversize object looks massive airlines apprehension assuaged demonstrating person can easily move crate design have found successful shipping large model overly rigid making box less vault-like less shock transmitted plane box dropped extreme case box dropped off back pickup truck box broke two CL Stunter inside suffered no damage box primarily /8-in plywood stiffened externally 34 x 3-in braces Photo 1 engine bolted bottom box has reinforced 3A-in wood Photo 2 Foam rubber prevents plane rolling yoke built box aft wing restrains plane yaw yoke Photo 3 full depth box important because helps support sides box well restrain fuselage Bubble pack between fuselage yoke acts cushion tail wheel prevents tail moving downward bubble pack top rudder prevents plane moving pitch direction lid box held hex-head sheet metal screws spaced 8 outside box should have name address appropriate FRAGILE signs Give two coats urethane protect wood elements Dont get carried away making box look pretty After few trips will begin look less pristine can build box yourself businesses specialize fabricating shipping crates similar described Check under packaging yellow pages phone directory Typically cost between $125 $200 unpainted Unless have special tools fabrication usually worthwhile have someone else make Wheels can added box box still quite manageable important screw well glue various components added box Any glue joint over period time Continued page 190 Have ever considered traveling models way other ground vehicle author has hes found going airline winner instances article tells does U Robert BaronI February 1989 81 SPECIALISTS IN CUSTOM COX TEE DEE & REED ENGINES 020S 049S 051S & 09S ALL CUSTOM & STOCK PARTS VAILABLEINDIWDUALL V COMPETITION ACCESSORIES & CUSTOMIZED K&B ENGINES RACING WHEELS KLO7Z OIL CARBON FIBER SOLID LINES ALL KINDS OF FUEL TUBING FOUR BRANDS OFGLOWPLUGS HA RD-TO-FIND HA RD WARE OLD TIMER SUPPLIES COILS CONDENSERS NGK & STIlT SPARK PLUGS SILK 12 COLORS QUALITY DOPE BRUSHES 5& 7LOOP 1/4 RUBBER BANDS TRANSISTOR IGNITION SYSTEMS RESISTOR HIGH TENSION LEADS 1/2A TEXACOPLAYBOYSR KIT 1/2A TEXACO ENGINES & PARTS KSB & IGNITION TIMERS RUBBER POWER KITS PROPS TISSUE AND OTHER SUPPLIES CYANOACRYLA TES& EPOXIES ORDER BY MAIL OR PHONE 619 728-4395 SORRY NOCOD VISA & MASTERCARD WELCOME MINIMUM MERCHANDISE ORDER $1000 SHIPPING & HANDLING FEE $150 FOR INSURANCE ADD $100 STOCK ORDERS SHIPPED WITHIN 24 HRS PRODUCTS FOR ThE DISCERNING MODELER Complete Line Exhaust Systems * Tuned Pipes led Tuned Pipes * Headers uri Mufflers Expansion Mufflers copter Ball Mufflers Specialized Exhaust Systems Unsurpassed Workmanship & Performance Race aircraft durability some years ago still work quite satisfactorily Quickie Rat racers types di mensions allowed within rules However results recent race indicates Bishoff-designed Barracuda placed second third Mike Grebs square-tipped-wing design first Bill indicates custom kit available Barracuda features quality wood excellent workmanship Want Contact Custom Models Inc 5515 Bridgeton Dr Ar lington TX 76018 call 817 467-9211 Any interested building regional racers can either utilize plans printed column July 1988 issue Model Aviation purchase fine custom kits As always solicit comments photo graphs try keep column place such things can shared other CL Racing enthusiasts across nation around world Air/Baron Continued page 81 can pop loose warning cause serious damage model example landing gear hold-down block Photo 4 example part should definitely held box sheet metal screws added safety fuel can dispenser empty vented prevent expansion reduced pressure aircraft handy item place box takes up fair amount volume relatively light Note attachment method using locating block rubberbands Photo 5 Other items such box propellers can placed airplane shipping crate much weight penalty Using airplane box light yet bulky items can save critical volume packaging flight gear separate box rolls paper towels can placed between box wing consume much volume little weight particularly useful paper towels always readily available competing foreign countries no self-respecting Stunt flier has ever able compete least few rolls Bounty Photo 6 shows airplane complete spinner prop fuel can landing gear positioning yoke technique can used package two large planes very small 3 addition box width intend take two planes significantly less expensive make box accommodate extra plane rather have two airplane boxes Photo 7 shows neatly two aircraft can nestled crate provided landing gear made removable dealing airlines very helpful have notation made ticket purchased will carrying oversize crate weighs approximately 25-35 pounds Also request notation state have traveled air before fits jet aircraft including smaller Boeing 737 note will actual ticket should displayed CRT terminal checking flight particular box 60 x 48 x 12 has corners cut off minimize bulk size has problem insofar fitting baggage compartment commercial jet aircraft typical charge excess baggage i $30 way little tact part sometimes fee will waived & sure arrive least half hours before flight time smooth out difficulties may arise have enough time negotiate airlines can very arbitrary may end up paying much necessary encounter resistance dont argue Immediately ask speak supervisor major airlines part very image conscious can usually solve model shipment problems treated civil manner think follow guidelines outlined above competing air can broaden competitive horizons well reduce costs burden traveling distant sites Editors note advice presented article particularly applicable single individual traveling domestic flights author has done number occasions works him Group travel such US teams World Championships other countries quite another matter Can imagine shock airline personnel upon being confronted 12 almost-coffin-size boxes case recent Control Line World Championships Deft maneuvering AMAs travel agent has saved day oncebut dollar costs have bordered unmanageable New limitations appear wind advice anyone building model expectation having travel air construct model units can disassembled packing container can lightweight minimum size Doing will make acceptance airlines easier no low cost Just important model box will easier manage ground RC Scale WC/Buso Continued page 94 flights scheduled event under tremendous pressure make re maining two flights countand did jet turned flawless performances hi nose-high takeoffs landings spec tacular watch judges scored accor dingly Avonds became World Cham pion 364035 points 190 Model Aviation OUR REV-UP INVENTORY VERA GES OVER 9000 PROPS II IMMEDIATE SHIPMENT ON VISA/MC