10 MODEL AVIATION
E-Splash
Ron Bouchard (71 Hungry Hill Rd., Sterling CT 06377; E-mail:
[email protected]) built his E-Splash from plans purchased from
Fly RC magazine.
It spans 54 inches, has an all-up weight of 44 ounces, and is
powered by an AXI 2808/24 motor. Ron uses 10 1700 mAh NiMH
cells, a Jeti 30A controller, and an APC 9 x 6 propeller. Control is
via a JR 421 transmitter, a JR 610M receiver, and JR 241 servos.
Added removable wheels enable this model to be flown from land.
“The first flight was a hands-off trim flight that lasted 15
minutes, with power to spare,” wrote Ron.
Super Skybolt
Joe Peters (903 N. Main, Tipton IN 46072) built his 10.6-pound
Skybolt from a Great Planes kit and extended the top wingspan from
57 to 63.5 inches
The model has a Saito 150 engine. The kit called for a 120-size
engine as the maximum, so the propeller’s ground clearance became
an issue with the 150. A Master Airscrew 14 x 9 three-blade
propeller solved that problem. A Tru-Turn spinner is used.
Joe covered his Skybolt with MonoKote and uses a JR radiocontrol
system.
“It flew well at half throttle, but no way will it handle full power
from the 150 engine,” he wrote.
Quaker 2000
William Rosman (1754 Parkview Cir., Palmyra WI 53156; Email:
[email protected]) used Evan Doughty plans to
build his Quaker 2000.
It spans 105 inches, has a flying weight of 7 pounds, and is
powered by a Magnum 61 four-stroke engine. It features rudder,
elevator, and motor control and has a Hitec radio system. The model
is covered with UltraCote.
“I built the Quaker this past spring and have many enjoyable
flights on it,” wrote William. “I would like to give special thanks to
Evan Doughty for providing the plans.”
Feature-Rich Mosquito
Brian Brannan (650 Old Moore Rd., Selma NC 27576; E-mail:
[email protected]) and Donald Webber teamed up to build
their 1/6-scale de Havilland Mosquito FB Mk VI from Don Smith
Plans.
It spans 110 inches and weighs 49 pounds. Two Brison 3.2 gas
engines turning 20 x 10 three-blade Mejzlik propellers at 6,700 rpm
provide power. The landing gear, main wheels, and tail wheel are by
CJM. The radio is a Futaba 9C PCM.
The Mosquito features retractable gear, landing flaps, gear mud
flaps and gear doors, bomb bay with two droppable bombs, and
many other scale details.
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
June 2005 11
For more great Focal Point photos, go to: www.modelaircraft.org/mag/focalpt/index.asp
Soda-Pop Bipes
Jonathan Blycker (9806 E. 16th Ave. Unit A, Spokane WA
99206) and Chuck Mullenix each built a Goldberg 60 Ultimate
biplane and painted it in the color and scheme of a major soft-drink
company. Jonathan chose Coke and Chuck picked Pepsi.
A Magnum 120 four-stroke engine powers the Coke model, and
a Saito 120 four-stroke powers the Pepsi airplane. Both were fitted
with bomb bays for a bombing competition match.
“Coke won this cola challenge when the Pepsi airplane had a
full-throttle grudge match with gravity and was destroyed during its
third flight,” wrote Jonathan.
Chuck is currently building a second Ultimate, to be known as
Pepsi II!
Mountain Dew Super Skybolt
Bobby Townsend’s (209 Broad St., East Dublin GA 31027)
Super Skybolt is his first kit-built model. He didn’t identify the kit
manufacturer, but he said it was a great learning experience.
Bobby recently re-covered his model in MonoKote using the
Mountain Dew scheme. It weighs 8.5 pounds and spans 57 inches. It
is powered by an O.S. 1.08 FSR, swinging a 15 x 8 propeller, and is
guided via a Futaba SkySport 6 radio.
“It turned out very well, and it’s a great-flying airplane although
it does land hot,” wrote Bobby.
His Buddy’s Fabulous F-14
Ron Reeves (91-225 Lukini Pl., Ewa Beach HI 96706) submitted
this photo of his friend Bill DeRego’s swing-wing, turbine-powered
F-14 jet.
Bill built the model from a DCU kit and converted it to accept
two Artes turbine engines that put out 14 pounds of thrust each. The
F-14 weighs 25 pounds dry, 36 pounds ready to roll, and holds 144
ounces of Jet A fuel. It spans 79 inches with the wings extended and
49 inches with the wings swept back. A DCU landing-gear system
and brake system are used.
This F-14 is painted in the colors of VF-1, which was the first
squadron of F-14s to be based on an aircraft carrier. In this case it
was the USS Enterprise.
P-38 CL Conversion
Frank Paskovich (Box 65, Weikert PA 17885) built this CL
version of a profile P-38 from a modified Great Planes kit. He
realized that the RC kit might build up too heavy for CL use, so
with Chuck Holtsapple’s re-engineering help he eliminated much of
the plywood that was in the kit.
Two O.S. .25 LA engines—each fitted with a Top Flite 9 x 6
propeller—power the 59-ounce model. The finish is Brodak
modeling dope, Coverite spray, and AeroGloss Fuel Proofer.
“Since I was reluctant to test fly it, I gave the honors to Chuck
Holtsapple and Gil Reedy,” wrote Frank. “I was amazed to see it fly
well without any adjustments! The sound of the twin engines and
the look of the airplane in the air made the whole process worth it!”
12 MODEL AVIATION
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
Lockheed YP-80A Grey Ghost
Robert E. Thacker (1703 Calle Maria, San Clemente CA 92672)
built this replica of the Grey Ghost from a Bob Violett Models kit.
It weighs 20 pounds and spans 72 inches. It is finished with PPG
paints by Siebring, and the markings are by Pro-Mark and Savage. A
JetCat P-70 turbine provides 15 pounds of thrust, and an Airtronics
Superb radio system is used for guidance chores.
Lockheed chief test pilot Tony LeVier had to bail out of the
original full-scale Grey Ghost after its engine disintegrated and cut the
aircraft in half!
Focke-Wulf Fw 190
Richard Anderson (2101 Harvey Rd., Grand Island NY 14072;
E-mail: [email protected]) built his Fw 190—his first Scale
model—from a Wing Mfg. short kit.
It spans 53 inches and is powered by an O.S. .46 FX engine fitted
with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler. The landing-gear struts are
covered with Robart scale struts. A Harry Higley Heavy Hub was
used to help balance the model, which required an additional 8
ounces in the nose.
Richard covered his model with flat gray MonoKote and applied
simulated panel lines. He airbrushed the German colors and the top
side of the model and applied the decals. He finished it with a
topcoat of Top Flite LustreKote and allowed the panel lines to be
seen through the finish.
First Warbird
This F4U Corsair that Scott Olson (621 22nd Ave., Lewiston ID
83501; E-mail: [email protected]) built from a Top Flite Gold
Edition kit is his first attempt at a model warbird.
The 10.5-pound model spans 62 inches and is powered by an
O.S. .91 FX engine that is fitted with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler.
Covering is Super Coverite fabric. Also featured are an Expert
onboard glow device, Robart 100° rotating retracts, a fully detailed
cockpit, and a dummy radial engine.
According to Scott, the Corsair flies well.
Electric Supermarine Spitfire
Bill Brandt (61 Reeves Rd., Center Moriches NY 11934; E-mail:
[email protected]) constructed his 48-inch-span electric-powered
Spitfire from a Balsacraft kit.
A Mega 22/30/2 brushless motor turning an 8 x 6 electric propeller
provides the power, and a 2400 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack is used.
Covering is Military Flat MonoKote.
“The airplane flies fast and needs a lot of room to land,” wrote Bill.
June 2005 13
10-Year-Old Magnum 80
Bruce E. Doll (3498 Brenthill Dr., Grand Blane MI 48439) built
this Dick Sarpolus-designed Magnum 80 twin-engine model from
Flying Models plans.
It is powered with two O.S. .46 two-stroke, rear-exhaust engines,
fitted with Macs muffled tuned pipes. This model is 10 years old, and
Bruce used to fly it in RC Pattern competitions. Now he considers it
too fast for the modern Pattern maneuvers.
“I still fly it occasionally for fun, as there is nothing like two insync
engines on the pipes and tooling along at 130 mph!” he wrote.
Grumman G-73 Mallard
Charles F. Smith (2406 N. Chama Ave., Loveland CO 80538)
scratch-built his model of the G-73 Mallard from plans he drew with
the aid of a profile publication he received from the Grumman
historical group.
The model is 11/4 inches-to-the-foot scale, yielding a span of 83
inches. Two O.S. .46 FX engines provide power. The Mallard is
built from balsa and plywood and is covered with MonoKote with
MonoKote trim strips. An Airtronics radio system is used for
guidance duties.
“The color scheme came from a picture and an article in Air
Classic magazine on Mallards flown by Chalk’s International
Airways,” wrote Charles.
Proud of your latest building/flying effort? Share it with MA’s readers
and/or visitors to AMA’s Web site (www.modelaircraft.org)! Send us a
glossy color print or digital photo on CD-ROM (minimum 300 ppi) with an
appropriate description of the model, and we will publish or post the best
submissions.
No E-mailed photos, laser copies, ink-jet copies, or photocopies will be
accepted. Restrict content to the model with or without the owner/builder.
Inappropriate photos will not be published.
Supply your full address (and E-mail address if available) so that
interested parties may contact you directly. Send all submissions to Bob
Hunt, Box 68, Stockertown PA 18083, ATTN: Focal Point. Because of this
section’s popularity, it may be several months before your model is
featured.
For more great Focal Point photos, go to: www.modelaircraft.org/mag/focalpt/index.asp
A Real Starship!
In his youth, Donald Yearout (820 Dobrich Cir., Bay Point CA
94565) thought a five-pointed star looked like some futuristic
aircraft. He built several CL models with that configuration, one of
which flew quite well. Now in his senior years, he wondered if the
star design would fly well as an RC model.
Donald built five test models with differing characteristics, and
the one shown is a success! It has a large elevator surface, small
ailerons, and no movable rudder—just a large, fixed fin.
It is powered by an O.S. 40 four-stroke engine and uses Futaba
radio gear. It weighs 4.5 pounds and has a 48-inch “star span.”
“ … it is an eye-catching design and was great fun to develop,”
wrote Donald.
Docile Sopwith Pup
Howard Henderson (444 Bryan, Kirkwood MO 63122)
constructed his 1/3-scale Pup from Balsa USA plans.
A Quadra 42 engine turning an 18 x 10 propeller powers the 88-
inch-span, 28-pound model. It is covered with Sig Koverall and is
finished with acrylic paint applied with a sponge brush.
The four wing panels are removed for transport, and assembly at
the field takes roughly 20 minutes. The flying wires are functional.
“A pound of lead was added inside the cowl to achieve proper
trim, and it’s now a docile flier,” wrote Howard.
Edition: Model Aviation - 2005/06
Page Numbers: 10,11,12,13
Edition: Model Aviation - 2005/06
Page Numbers: 10,11,12,13
10 MODEL AVIATION
E-Splash
Ron Bouchard (71 Hungry Hill Rd., Sterling CT 06377; E-mail:
[email protected]) built his E-Splash from plans purchased from
Fly RC magazine.
It spans 54 inches, has an all-up weight of 44 ounces, and is
powered by an AXI 2808/24 motor. Ron uses 10 1700 mAh NiMH
cells, a Jeti 30A controller, and an APC 9 x 6 propeller. Control is
via a JR 421 transmitter, a JR 610M receiver, and JR 241 servos.
Added removable wheels enable this model to be flown from land.
“The first flight was a hands-off trim flight that lasted 15
minutes, with power to spare,” wrote Ron.
Super Skybolt
Joe Peters (903 N. Main, Tipton IN 46072) built his 10.6-pound
Skybolt from a Great Planes kit and extended the top wingspan from
57 to 63.5 inches
The model has a Saito 150 engine. The kit called for a 120-size
engine as the maximum, so the propeller’s ground clearance became
an issue with the 150. A Master Airscrew 14 x 9 three-blade
propeller solved that problem. A Tru-Turn spinner is used.
Joe covered his Skybolt with MonoKote and uses a JR radiocontrol
system.
“It flew well at half throttle, but no way will it handle full power
from the 150 engine,” he wrote.
Quaker 2000
William Rosman (1754 Parkview Cir., Palmyra WI 53156; Email:
[email protected]) used Evan Doughty plans to
build his Quaker 2000.
It spans 105 inches, has a flying weight of 7 pounds, and is
powered by a Magnum 61 four-stroke engine. It features rudder,
elevator, and motor control and has a Hitec radio system. The model
is covered with UltraCote.
“I built the Quaker this past spring and have many enjoyable
flights on it,” wrote William. “I would like to give special thanks to
Evan Doughty for providing the plans.”
Feature-Rich Mosquito
Brian Brannan (650 Old Moore Rd., Selma NC 27576; E-mail:
[email protected]) and Donald Webber teamed up to build
their 1/6-scale de Havilland Mosquito FB Mk VI from Don Smith
Plans.
It spans 110 inches and weighs 49 pounds. Two Brison 3.2 gas
engines turning 20 x 10 three-blade Mejzlik propellers at 6,700 rpm
provide power. The landing gear, main wheels, and tail wheel are by
CJM. The radio is a Futaba 9C PCM.
The Mosquito features retractable gear, landing flaps, gear mud
flaps and gear doors, bomb bay with two droppable bombs, and
many other scale details.
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
June 2005 11
For more great Focal Point photos, go to: www.modelaircraft.org/mag/focalpt/index.asp
Soda-Pop Bipes
Jonathan Blycker (9806 E. 16th Ave. Unit A, Spokane WA
99206) and Chuck Mullenix each built a Goldberg 60 Ultimate
biplane and painted it in the color and scheme of a major soft-drink
company. Jonathan chose Coke and Chuck picked Pepsi.
A Magnum 120 four-stroke engine powers the Coke model, and
a Saito 120 four-stroke powers the Pepsi airplane. Both were fitted
with bomb bays for a bombing competition match.
“Coke won this cola challenge when the Pepsi airplane had a
full-throttle grudge match with gravity and was destroyed during its
third flight,” wrote Jonathan.
Chuck is currently building a second Ultimate, to be known as
Pepsi II!
Mountain Dew Super Skybolt
Bobby Townsend’s (209 Broad St., East Dublin GA 31027)
Super Skybolt is his first kit-built model. He didn’t identify the kit
manufacturer, but he said it was a great learning experience.
Bobby recently re-covered his model in MonoKote using the
Mountain Dew scheme. It weighs 8.5 pounds and spans 57 inches. It
is powered by an O.S. 1.08 FSR, swinging a 15 x 8 propeller, and is
guided via a Futaba SkySport 6 radio.
“It turned out very well, and it’s a great-flying airplane although
it does land hot,” wrote Bobby.
His Buddy’s Fabulous F-14
Ron Reeves (91-225 Lukini Pl., Ewa Beach HI 96706) submitted
this photo of his friend Bill DeRego’s swing-wing, turbine-powered
F-14 jet.
Bill built the model from a DCU kit and converted it to accept
two Artes turbine engines that put out 14 pounds of thrust each. The
F-14 weighs 25 pounds dry, 36 pounds ready to roll, and holds 144
ounces of Jet A fuel. It spans 79 inches with the wings extended and
49 inches with the wings swept back. A DCU landing-gear system
and brake system are used.
This F-14 is painted in the colors of VF-1, which was the first
squadron of F-14s to be based on an aircraft carrier. In this case it
was the USS Enterprise.
P-38 CL Conversion
Frank Paskovich (Box 65, Weikert PA 17885) built this CL
version of a profile P-38 from a modified Great Planes kit. He
realized that the RC kit might build up too heavy for CL use, so
with Chuck Holtsapple’s re-engineering help he eliminated much of
the plywood that was in the kit.
Two O.S. .25 LA engines—each fitted with a Top Flite 9 x 6
propeller—power the 59-ounce model. The finish is Brodak
modeling dope, Coverite spray, and AeroGloss Fuel Proofer.
“Since I was reluctant to test fly it, I gave the honors to Chuck
Holtsapple and Gil Reedy,” wrote Frank. “I was amazed to see it fly
well without any adjustments! The sound of the twin engines and
the look of the airplane in the air made the whole process worth it!”
12 MODEL AVIATION
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
Lockheed YP-80A Grey Ghost
Robert E. Thacker (1703 Calle Maria, San Clemente CA 92672)
built this replica of the Grey Ghost from a Bob Violett Models kit.
It weighs 20 pounds and spans 72 inches. It is finished with PPG
paints by Siebring, and the markings are by Pro-Mark and Savage. A
JetCat P-70 turbine provides 15 pounds of thrust, and an Airtronics
Superb radio system is used for guidance chores.
Lockheed chief test pilot Tony LeVier had to bail out of the
original full-scale Grey Ghost after its engine disintegrated and cut the
aircraft in half!
Focke-Wulf Fw 190
Richard Anderson (2101 Harvey Rd., Grand Island NY 14072;
E-mail: [email protected]) built his Fw 190—his first Scale
model—from a Wing Mfg. short kit.
It spans 53 inches and is powered by an O.S. .46 FX engine fitted
with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler. The landing-gear struts are
covered with Robart scale struts. A Harry Higley Heavy Hub was
used to help balance the model, which required an additional 8
ounces in the nose.
Richard covered his model with flat gray MonoKote and applied
simulated panel lines. He airbrushed the German colors and the top
side of the model and applied the decals. He finished it with a
topcoat of Top Flite LustreKote and allowed the panel lines to be
seen through the finish.
First Warbird
This F4U Corsair that Scott Olson (621 22nd Ave., Lewiston ID
83501; E-mail: [email protected]) built from a Top Flite Gold
Edition kit is his first attempt at a model warbird.
The 10.5-pound model spans 62 inches and is powered by an
O.S. .91 FX engine that is fitted with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler.
Covering is Super Coverite fabric. Also featured are an Expert
onboard glow device, Robart 100° rotating retracts, a fully detailed
cockpit, and a dummy radial engine.
According to Scott, the Corsair flies well.
Electric Supermarine Spitfire
Bill Brandt (61 Reeves Rd., Center Moriches NY 11934; E-mail:
[email protected]) constructed his 48-inch-span electric-powered
Spitfire from a Balsacraft kit.
A Mega 22/30/2 brushless motor turning an 8 x 6 electric propeller
provides the power, and a 2400 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack is used.
Covering is Military Flat MonoKote.
“The airplane flies fast and needs a lot of room to land,” wrote Bill.
June 2005 13
10-Year-Old Magnum 80
Bruce E. Doll (3498 Brenthill Dr., Grand Blane MI 48439) built
this Dick Sarpolus-designed Magnum 80 twin-engine model from
Flying Models plans.
It is powered with two O.S. .46 two-stroke, rear-exhaust engines,
fitted with Macs muffled tuned pipes. This model is 10 years old, and
Bruce used to fly it in RC Pattern competitions. Now he considers it
too fast for the modern Pattern maneuvers.
“I still fly it occasionally for fun, as there is nothing like two insync
engines on the pipes and tooling along at 130 mph!” he wrote.
Grumman G-73 Mallard
Charles F. Smith (2406 N. Chama Ave., Loveland CO 80538)
scratch-built his model of the G-73 Mallard from plans he drew with
the aid of a profile publication he received from the Grumman
historical group.
The model is 11/4 inches-to-the-foot scale, yielding a span of 83
inches. Two O.S. .46 FX engines provide power. The Mallard is
built from balsa and plywood and is covered with MonoKote with
MonoKote trim strips. An Airtronics radio system is used for
guidance duties.
“The color scheme came from a picture and an article in Air
Classic magazine on Mallards flown by Chalk’s International
Airways,” wrote Charles.
Proud of your latest building/flying effort? Share it with MA’s readers
and/or visitors to AMA’s Web site (www.modelaircraft.org)! Send us a
glossy color print or digital photo on CD-ROM (minimum 300 ppi) with an
appropriate description of the model, and we will publish or post the best
submissions.
No E-mailed photos, laser copies, ink-jet copies, or photocopies will be
accepted. Restrict content to the model with or without the owner/builder.
Inappropriate photos will not be published.
Supply your full address (and E-mail address if available) so that
interested parties may contact you directly. Send all submissions to Bob
Hunt, Box 68, Stockertown PA 18083, ATTN: Focal Point. Because of this
section’s popularity, it may be several months before your model is
featured.
For more great Focal Point photos, go to: www.modelaircraft.org/mag/focalpt/index.asp
A Real Starship!
In his youth, Donald Yearout (820 Dobrich Cir., Bay Point CA
94565) thought a five-pointed star looked like some futuristic
aircraft. He built several CL models with that configuration, one of
which flew quite well. Now in his senior years, he wondered if the
star design would fly well as an RC model.
Donald built five test models with differing characteristics, and
the one shown is a success! It has a large elevator surface, small
ailerons, and no movable rudder—just a large, fixed fin.
It is powered by an O.S. 40 four-stroke engine and uses Futaba
radio gear. It weighs 4.5 pounds and has a 48-inch “star span.”
“ … it is an eye-catching design and was great fun to develop,”
wrote Donald.
Docile Sopwith Pup
Howard Henderson (444 Bryan, Kirkwood MO 63122)
constructed his 1/3-scale Pup from Balsa USA plans.
A Quadra 42 engine turning an 18 x 10 propeller powers the 88-
inch-span, 28-pound model. It is covered with Sig Koverall and is
finished with acrylic paint applied with a sponge brush.
The four wing panels are removed for transport, and assembly at
the field takes roughly 20 minutes. The flying wires are functional.
“A pound of lead was added inside the cowl to achieve proper
trim, and it’s now a docile flier,” wrote Howard.
Edition: Model Aviation - 2005/06
Page Numbers: 10,11,12,13
10 MODEL AVIATION
E-Splash
Ron Bouchard (71 Hungry Hill Rd., Sterling CT 06377; E-mail:
[email protected]) built his E-Splash from plans purchased from
Fly RC magazine.
It spans 54 inches, has an all-up weight of 44 ounces, and is
powered by an AXI 2808/24 motor. Ron uses 10 1700 mAh NiMH
cells, a Jeti 30A controller, and an APC 9 x 6 propeller. Control is
via a JR 421 transmitter, a JR 610M receiver, and JR 241 servos.
Added removable wheels enable this model to be flown from land.
“The first flight was a hands-off trim flight that lasted 15
minutes, with power to spare,” wrote Ron.
Super Skybolt
Joe Peters (903 N. Main, Tipton IN 46072) built his 10.6-pound
Skybolt from a Great Planes kit and extended the top wingspan from
57 to 63.5 inches
The model has a Saito 150 engine. The kit called for a 120-size
engine as the maximum, so the propeller’s ground clearance became
an issue with the 150. A Master Airscrew 14 x 9 three-blade
propeller solved that problem. A Tru-Turn spinner is used.
Joe covered his Skybolt with MonoKote and uses a JR radiocontrol
system.
“It flew well at half throttle, but no way will it handle full power
from the 150 engine,” he wrote.
Quaker 2000
William Rosman (1754 Parkview Cir., Palmyra WI 53156; Email:
[email protected]) used Evan Doughty plans to
build his Quaker 2000.
It spans 105 inches, has a flying weight of 7 pounds, and is
powered by a Magnum 61 four-stroke engine. It features rudder,
elevator, and motor control and has a Hitec radio system. The model
is covered with UltraCote.
“I built the Quaker this past spring and have many enjoyable
flights on it,” wrote William. “I would like to give special thanks to
Evan Doughty for providing the plans.”
Feature-Rich Mosquito
Brian Brannan (650 Old Moore Rd., Selma NC 27576; E-mail:
[email protected]) and Donald Webber teamed up to build
their 1/6-scale de Havilland Mosquito FB Mk VI from Don Smith
Plans.
It spans 110 inches and weighs 49 pounds. Two Brison 3.2 gas
engines turning 20 x 10 three-blade Mejzlik propellers at 6,700 rpm
provide power. The landing gear, main wheels, and tail wheel are by
CJM. The radio is a Futaba 9C PCM.
The Mosquito features retractable gear, landing flaps, gear mud
flaps and gear doors, bomb bay with two droppable bombs, and
many other scale details.
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
June 2005 11
For more great Focal Point photos, go to: www.modelaircraft.org/mag/focalpt/index.asp
Soda-Pop Bipes
Jonathan Blycker (9806 E. 16th Ave. Unit A, Spokane WA
99206) and Chuck Mullenix each built a Goldberg 60 Ultimate
biplane and painted it in the color and scheme of a major soft-drink
company. Jonathan chose Coke and Chuck picked Pepsi.
A Magnum 120 four-stroke engine powers the Coke model, and
a Saito 120 four-stroke powers the Pepsi airplane. Both were fitted
with bomb bays for a bombing competition match.
“Coke won this cola challenge when the Pepsi airplane had a
full-throttle grudge match with gravity and was destroyed during its
third flight,” wrote Jonathan.
Chuck is currently building a second Ultimate, to be known as
Pepsi II!
Mountain Dew Super Skybolt
Bobby Townsend’s (209 Broad St., East Dublin GA 31027)
Super Skybolt is his first kit-built model. He didn’t identify the kit
manufacturer, but he said it was a great learning experience.
Bobby recently re-covered his model in MonoKote using the
Mountain Dew scheme. It weighs 8.5 pounds and spans 57 inches. It
is powered by an O.S. 1.08 FSR, swinging a 15 x 8 propeller, and is
guided via a Futaba SkySport 6 radio.
“It turned out very well, and it’s a great-flying airplane although
it does land hot,” wrote Bobby.
His Buddy’s Fabulous F-14
Ron Reeves (91-225 Lukini Pl., Ewa Beach HI 96706) submitted
this photo of his friend Bill DeRego’s swing-wing, turbine-powered
F-14 jet.
Bill built the model from a DCU kit and converted it to accept
two Artes turbine engines that put out 14 pounds of thrust each. The
F-14 weighs 25 pounds dry, 36 pounds ready to roll, and holds 144
ounces of Jet A fuel. It spans 79 inches with the wings extended and
49 inches with the wings swept back. A DCU landing-gear system
and brake system are used.
This F-14 is painted in the colors of VF-1, which was the first
squadron of F-14s to be based on an aircraft carrier. In this case it
was the USS Enterprise.
P-38 CL Conversion
Frank Paskovich (Box 65, Weikert PA 17885) built this CL
version of a profile P-38 from a modified Great Planes kit. He
realized that the RC kit might build up too heavy for CL use, so
with Chuck Holtsapple’s re-engineering help he eliminated much of
the plywood that was in the kit.
Two O.S. .25 LA engines—each fitted with a Top Flite 9 x 6
propeller—power the 59-ounce model. The finish is Brodak
modeling dope, Coverite spray, and AeroGloss Fuel Proofer.
“Since I was reluctant to test fly it, I gave the honors to Chuck
Holtsapple and Gil Reedy,” wrote Frank. “I was amazed to see it fly
well without any adjustments! The sound of the twin engines and
the look of the airplane in the air made the whole process worth it!”
12 MODEL AVIATION
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
Lockheed YP-80A Grey Ghost
Robert E. Thacker (1703 Calle Maria, San Clemente CA 92672)
built this replica of the Grey Ghost from a Bob Violett Models kit.
It weighs 20 pounds and spans 72 inches. It is finished with PPG
paints by Siebring, and the markings are by Pro-Mark and Savage. A
JetCat P-70 turbine provides 15 pounds of thrust, and an Airtronics
Superb radio system is used for guidance chores.
Lockheed chief test pilot Tony LeVier had to bail out of the
original full-scale Grey Ghost after its engine disintegrated and cut the
aircraft in half!
Focke-Wulf Fw 190
Richard Anderson (2101 Harvey Rd., Grand Island NY 14072;
E-mail: [email protected]) built his Fw 190—his first Scale
model—from a Wing Mfg. short kit.
It spans 53 inches and is powered by an O.S. .46 FX engine fitted
with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler. The landing-gear struts are
covered with Robart scale struts. A Harry Higley Heavy Hub was
used to help balance the model, which required an additional 8
ounces in the nose.
Richard covered his model with flat gray MonoKote and applied
simulated panel lines. He airbrushed the German colors and the top
side of the model and applied the decals. He finished it with a
topcoat of Top Flite LustreKote and allowed the panel lines to be
seen through the finish.
First Warbird
This F4U Corsair that Scott Olson (621 22nd Ave., Lewiston ID
83501; E-mail: [email protected]) built from a Top Flite Gold
Edition kit is his first attempt at a model warbird.
The 10.5-pound model spans 62 inches and is powered by an
O.S. .91 FX engine that is fitted with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler.
Covering is Super Coverite fabric. Also featured are an Expert
onboard glow device, Robart 100° rotating retracts, a fully detailed
cockpit, and a dummy radial engine.
According to Scott, the Corsair flies well.
Electric Supermarine Spitfire
Bill Brandt (61 Reeves Rd., Center Moriches NY 11934; E-mail:
[email protected]) constructed his 48-inch-span electric-powered
Spitfire from a Balsacraft kit.
A Mega 22/30/2 brushless motor turning an 8 x 6 electric propeller
provides the power, and a 2400 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack is used.
Covering is Military Flat MonoKote.
“The airplane flies fast and needs a lot of room to land,” wrote Bill.
June 2005 13
10-Year-Old Magnum 80
Bruce E. Doll (3498 Brenthill Dr., Grand Blane MI 48439) built
this Dick Sarpolus-designed Magnum 80 twin-engine model from
Flying Models plans.
It is powered with two O.S. .46 two-stroke, rear-exhaust engines,
fitted with Macs muffled tuned pipes. This model is 10 years old, and
Bruce used to fly it in RC Pattern competitions. Now he considers it
too fast for the modern Pattern maneuvers.
“I still fly it occasionally for fun, as there is nothing like two insync
engines on the pipes and tooling along at 130 mph!” he wrote.
Grumman G-73 Mallard
Charles F. Smith (2406 N. Chama Ave., Loveland CO 80538)
scratch-built his model of the G-73 Mallard from plans he drew with
the aid of a profile publication he received from the Grumman
historical group.
The model is 11/4 inches-to-the-foot scale, yielding a span of 83
inches. Two O.S. .46 FX engines provide power. The Mallard is
built from balsa and plywood and is covered with MonoKote with
MonoKote trim strips. An Airtronics radio system is used for
guidance duties.
“The color scheme came from a picture and an article in Air
Classic magazine on Mallards flown by Chalk’s International
Airways,” wrote Charles.
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A Real Starship!
In his youth, Donald Yearout (820 Dobrich Cir., Bay Point CA
94565) thought a five-pointed star looked like some futuristic
aircraft. He built several CL models with that configuration, one of
which flew quite well. Now in his senior years, he wondered if the
star design would fly well as an RC model.
Donald built five test models with differing characteristics, and
the one shown is a success! It has a large elevator surface, small
ailerons, and no movable rudder—just a large, fixed fin.
It is powered by an O.S. 40 four-stroke engine and uses Futaba
radio gear. It weighs 4.5 pounds and has a 48-inch “star span.”
“ … it is an eye-catching design and was great fun to develop,”
wrote Donald.
Docile Sopwith Pup
Howard Henderson (444 Bryan, Kirkwood MO 63122)
constructed his 1/3-scale Pup from Balsa USA plans.
A Quadra 42 engine turning an 18 x 10 propeller powers the 88-
inch-span, 28-pound model. It is covered with Sig Koverall and is
finished with acrylic paint applied with a sponge brush.
The four wing panels are removed for transport, and assembly at
the field takes roughly 20 minutes. The flying wires are functional.
“A pound of lead was added inside the cowl to achieve proper
trim, and it’s now a docile flier,” wrote Howard.
Edition: Model Aviation - 2005/06
Page Numbers: 10,11,12,13
10 MODEL AVIATION
E-Splash
Ron Bouchard (71 Hungry Hill Rd., Sterling CT 06377; E-mail:
[email protected]) built his E-Splash from plans purchased from
Fly RC magazine.
It spans 54 inches, has an all-up weight of 44 ounces, and is
powered by an AXI 2808/24 motor. Ron uses 10 1700 mAh NiMH
cells, a Jeti 30A controller, and an APC 9 x 6 propeller. Control is
via a JR 421 transmitter, a JR 610M receiver, and JR 241 servos.
Added removable wheels enable this model to be flown from land.
“The first flight was a hands-off trim flight that lasted 15
minutes, with power to spare,” wrote Ron.
Super Skybolt
Joe Peters (903 N. Main, Tipton IN 46072) built his 10.6-pound
Skybolt from a Great Planes kit and extended the top wingspan from
57 to 63.5 inches
The model has a Saito 150 engine. The kit called for a 120-size
engine as the maximum, so the propeller’s ground clearance became
an issue with the 150. A Master Airscrew 14 x 9 three-blade
propeller solved that problem. A Tru-Turn spinner is used.
Joe covered his Skybolt with MonoKote and uses a JR radiocontrol
system.
“It flew well at half throttle, but no way will it handle full power
from the 150 engine,” he wrote.
Quaker 2000
William Rosman (1754 Parkview Cir., Palmyra WI 53156; Email:
[email protected]) used Evan Doughty plans to
build his Quaker 2000.
It spans 105 inches, has a flying weight of 7 pounds, and is
powered by a Magnum 61 four-stroke engine. It features rudder,
elevator, and motor control and has a Hitec radio system. The model
is covered with UltraCote.
“I built the Quaker this past spring and have many enjoyable
flights on it,” wrote William. “I would like to give special thanks to
Evan Doughty for providing the plans.”
Feature-Rich Mosquito
Brian Brannan (650 Old Moore Rd., Selma NC 27576; E-mail:
[email protected]) and Donald Webber teamed up to build
their 1/6-scale de Havilland Mosquito FB Mk VI from Don Smith
Plans.
It spans 110 inches and weighs 49 pounds. Two Brison 3.2 gas
engines turning 20 x 10 three-blade Mejzlik propellers at 6,700 rpm
provide power. The landing gear, main wheels, and tail wheel are by
CJM. The radio is a Futaba 9C PCM.
The Mosquito features retractable gear, landing flaps, gear mud
flaps and gear doors, bomb bay with two droppable bombs, and
many other scale details.
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
June 2005 11
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Soda-Pop Bipes
Jonathan Blycker (9806 E. 16th Ave. Unit A, Spokane WA
99206) and Chuck Mullenix each built a Goldberg 60 Ultimate
biplane and painted it in the color and scheme of a major soft-drink
company. Jonathan chose Coke and Chuck picked Pepsi.
A Magnum 120 four-stroke engine powers the Coke model, and
a Saito 120 four-stroke powers the Pepsi airplane. Both were fitted
with bomb bays for a bombing competition match.
“Coke won this cola challenge when the Pepsi airplane had a
full-throttle grudge match with gravity and was destroyed during its
third flight,” wrote Jonathan.
Chuck is currently building a second Ultimate, to be known as
Pepsi II!
Mountain Dew Super Skybolt
Bobby Townsend’s (209 Broad St., East Dublin GA 31027)
Super Skybolt is his first kit-built model. He didn’t identify the kit
manufacturer, but he said it was a great learning experience.
Bobby recently re-covered his model in MonoKote using the
Mountain Dew scheme. It weighs 8.5 pounds and spans 57 inches. It
is powered by an O.S. 1.08 FSR, swinging a 15 x 8 propeller, and is
guided via a Futaba SkySport 6 radio.
“It turned out very well, and it’s a great-flying airplane although
it does land hot,” wrote Bobby.
His Buddy’s Fabulous F-14
Ron Reeves (91-225 Lukini Pl., Ewa Beach HI 96706) submitted
this photo of his friend Bill DeRego’s swing-wing, turbine-powered
F-14 jet.
Bill built the model from a DCU kit and converted it to accept
two Artes turbine engines that put out 14 pounds of thrust each. The
F-14 weighs 25 pounds dry, 36 pounds ready to roll, and holds 144
ounces of Jet A fuel. It spans 79 inches with the wings extended and
49 inches with the wings swept back. A DCU landing-gear system
and brake system are used.
This F-14 is painted in the colors of VF-1, which was the first
squadron of F-14s to be based on an aircraft carrier. In this case it
was the USS Enterprise.
P-38 CL Conversion
Frank Paskovich (Box 65, Weikert PA 17885) built this CL
version of a profile P-38 from a modified Great Planes kit. He
realized that the RC kit might build up too heavy for CL use, so
with Chuck Holtsapple’s re-engineering help he eliminated much of
the plywood that was in the kit.
Two O.S. .25 LA engines—each fitted with a Top Flite 9 x 6
propeller—power the 59-ounce model. The finish is Brodak
modeling dope, Coverite spray, and AeroGloss Fuel Proofer.
“Since I was reluctant to test fly it, I gave the honors to Chuck
Holtsapple and Gil Reedy,” wrote Frank. “I was amazed to see it fly
well without any adjustments! The sound of the twin engines and
the look of the airplane in the air made the whole process worth it!”
12 MODEL AVIATION
Model Aviation, 5161 E. Memorial Dr., Muncie IN 47302
Focal Point
Lockheed YP-80A Grey Ghost
Robert E. Thacker (1703 Calle Maria, San Clemente CA 92672)
built this replica of the Grey Ghost from a Bob Violett Models kit.
It weighs 20 pounds and spans 72 inches. It is finished with PPG
paints by Siebring, and the markings are by Pro-Mark and Savage. A
JetCat P-70 turbine provides 15 pounds of thrust, and an Airtronics
Superb radio system is used for guidance chores.
Lockheed chief test pilot Tony LeVier had to bail out of the
original full-scale Grey Ghost after its engine disintegrated and cut the
aircraft in half!
Focke-Wulf Fw 190
Richard Anderson (2101 Harvey Rd., Grand Island NY 14072;
E-mail: [email protected]) built his Fw 190—his first Scale
model—from a Wing Mfg. short kit.
It spans 53 inches and is powered by an O.S. .46 FX engine fitted
with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler. The landing-gear struts are
covered with Robart scale struts. A Harry Higley Heavy Hub was
used to help balance the model, which required an additional 8
ounces in the nose.
Richard covered his model with flat gray MonoKote and applied
simulated panel lines. He airbrushed the German colors and the top
side of the model and applied the decals. He finished it with a
topcoat of Top Flite LustreKote and allowed the panel lines to be
seen through the finish.
First Warbird
This F4U Corsair that Scott Olson (621 22nd Ave., Lewiston ID
83501; E-mail: [email protected]) built from a Top Flite Gold
Edition kit is his first attempt at a model warbird.
The 10.5-pound model spans 62 inches and is powered by an
O.S. .91 FX engine that is fitted with a Slimline Pitts-style muffler.
Covering is Super Coverite fabric. Also featured are an Expert
onboard glow device, Robart 100° rotating retracts, a fully detailed
cockpit, and a dummy radial engine.
According to Scott, the Corsair flies well.
Electric Supermarine Spitfire
Bill Brandt (61 Reeves Rd., Center Moriches NY 11934; E-mail:
[email protected]) constructed his 48-inch-span electric-powered
Spitfire from a Balsacraft kit.
A Mega 22/30/2 brushless motor turning an 8 x 6 electric propeller
provides the power, and a 2400 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack is used.
Covering is Military Flat MonoKote.
“The airplane flies fast and needs a lot of room to land,” wrote Bill.
June 2005 13
10-Year-Old Magnum 80
Bruce E. Doll (3498 Brenthill Dr., Grand Blane MI 48439) built
this Dick Sarpolus-designed Magnum 80 twin-engine model from
Flying Models plans.
It is powered with two O.S. .46 two-stroke, rear-exhaust engines,
fitted with Macs muffled tuned pipes. This model is 10 years old, and
Bruce used to fly it in RC Pattern competitions. Now he considers it
too fast for the modern Pattern maneuvers.
“I still fly it occasionally for fun, as there is nothing like two insync
engines on the pipes and tooling along at 130 mph!” he wrote.
Grumman G-73 Mallard
Charles F. Smith (2406 N. Chama Ave., Loveland CO 80538)
scratch-built his model of the G-73 Mallard from plans he drew with
the aid of a profile publication he received from the Grumman
historical group.
The model is 11/4 inches-to-the-foot scale, yielding a span of 83
inches. Two O.S. .46 FX engines provide power. The Mallard is
built from balsa and plywood and is covered with MonoKote with
MonoKote trim strips. An Airtronics radio system is used for
guidance duties.
“The color scheme came from a picture and an article in Air
Classic magazine on Mallards flown by Chalk’s International
Airways,” wrote Charles.
Proud of your latest building/flying effort? Share it with MA’s readers
and/or visitors to AMA’s Web site (www.modelaircraft.org)! Send us a
glossy color print or digital photo on CD-ROM (minimum 300 ppi) with an
appropriate description of the model, and we will publish or post the best
submissions.
No E-mailed photos, laser copies, ink-jet copies, or photocopies will be
accepted. Restrict content to the model with or without the owner/builder.
Inappropriate photos will not be published.
Supply your full address (and E-mail address if available) so that
interested parties may contact you directly. Send all submissions to Bob
Hunt, Box 68, Stockertown PA 18083, ATTN: Focal Point. Because of this
section’s popularity, it may be several months before your model is
featured.
For more great Focal Point photos, go to: www.modelaircraft.org/mag/focalpt/index.asp
A Real Starship!
In his youth, Donald Yearout (820 Dobrich Cir., Bay Point CA
94565) thought a five-pointed star looked like some futuristic
aircraft. He built several CL models with that configuration, one of
which flew quite well. Now in his senior years, he wondered if the
star design would fly well as an RC model.
Donald built five test models with differing characteristics, and
the one shown is a success! It has a large elevator surface, small
ailerons, and no movable rudder—just a large, fixed fin.
It is powered by an O.S. 40 four-stroke engine and uses Futaba
radio gear. It weighs 4.5 pounds and has a 48-inch “star span.”
“ … it is an eye-catching design and was great fun to develop,”
wrote Donald.
Docile Sopwith Pup
Howard Henderson (444 Bryan, Kirkwood MO 63122)
constructed his 1/3-scale Pup from Balsa USA plans.
A Quadra 42 engine turning an 18 x 10 propeller powers the 88-
inch-span, 28-pound model. It is covered with Sig Koverall and is
finished with acrylic paint applied with a sponge brush.
The four wing panels are removed for transport, and assembly at
the field takes roughly 20 minutes. The flying wires are functional.
“A pound of lead was added inside the cowl to achieve proper
trim, and it’s now a docile flier,” wrote Howard.