U Gary Shaw , SINGLE-STICK vs Dual-Stick November 1996 Maystick devotees faced loathsome ultimately liberating 1997 columns mentioned differences between single- dual-experience transitioning dual-stick flying stick radios provided few reasons some modelers feel uip hated dual-stick transmitter neck strap single-sticks improve safety decreased learning times improvedtray secure support stability control accuracy asked mail readers have ghten tensioning screws its sticks minimize experience using bothovercontrolling unintended input interaction sticks theme came loud clear single-stick crowdadjustable lengthen bit maximum length Singles much easier use perceived safer becauseyouve chosen tray effortless hand-eye coordination offer decreased learning velopand unfailingly usea prestart checklist As times feel better Hence used exclusively singles wereapplicable include verify model name Check position associated fewer mishaps because absence cross-the trims rate mix switches Verify control responses control requirements associated duals commonly known asdirections dumb thumbs ace transmitter flat its back arms length Chuck Smith Chicago Illinois let know feels thebefore starting engine model Activate timer prior topic single vs dual woefully out place columnto taxiing unless intent make transmitters safer use Im vote first full five hours flying time disappointed didnt get message November 1996unfamiliar rig intensive planned task-specific practice May 1997 issues touched accidents related tofundamental figures Include let-downs go-arounds dead tipovers duals singles throttles being pushed full easestick simulations plenty precise straight-and-level flight learning error rates improved ergonomic designDry fly whenever have opportunity Learn practice Essentially anything speeds learning decreases errorsthe appropriate uses coordinated independent crossimproves safetya worthy subject write about Althoughcontrolled rudder Dont waste minute flying time written under assumption singles need transition tosimply boring holes sky duals Chuck provided some good advice can applied ace yourself giddy feelings pride pleasure regardless what setup preferthat often accompany flying better safer confidently ever before expect have pretty good handle Heres six-part program al-stick format has always suggested favored single- verwhelming majority worlds best fliers February 1998 37 O No messy adjustments Computer-accurate neutral O No Jitter 0 No Drfl Neutral Sh/ks temperature changes o Fuelproof Vibration proof Encapsulated space-age epoxy E 5KI WI{JK2L1U ftf3$91pujmjes 31185 Schoacraft Livonia MI 48150 Websit http//wwweIecfrodynamcom 1-800-337-1638 Orders _____ Info 1-313 422 5420 VISA Fax 1-313 422 5338 Airplane Tells following hard-working folks Sam Says Dennis Woodcock Editor Box 6351 Salinas CA 93912-6351 Once upon time author new Pattern airplane first few days flying everything fine day first flight required several clicks down trim odd after takeoff after turn maneuver pitch trim would off again very odd Only took full down-stick fly inverted jeepers smart enough realize something wrong After landing problem obvious bolted wing fuselage airplane did try tell just wasnt listening Only new tightfitting wing dowels saved model destructionit certainly wasnt pilot Recapping later thought number things would have caused similar symptoms servo servo tray loose bad servo centering broken elevator hinges loose control horn etc point a! things bad airplane behaving properly did keep flying Just suppose youre getting occasional glitch radio something doesnt normally happen could antenna problem could metal-to-metal vibration causing home grown interference loose crystal Will get better keep flying speaking vibration what start hearing air Its airplane talking youloose muffler engine mount worn wing dowel holes loose cowl mounting Again such problems dont get better worse examplethis has happened careful pilots engine goes lean sags top loop Its telling mixture too lean don2t listen keep flying minute later doing another loop youre suddenly dead-stick sky gods knowwe have enough problems pop up suddenly dont have opportunity prevent Other times airplane tells will problem Unless really enjoy repairing rebuilding listen Cutting hop short check out possible problem much quicker vastly cheaper building another airplane Splitting Fuel Jugs modeler wrote alert problem hes encounteredplastic fuel jugs splitting open storage three containers split open last few years resulting large fuel spills workshop trunk vehicle splits varied length 1/2 inch almost two inches length resulted slow trickles rather gush Although thinks jug failures may caused manufacturing defects rather high low temperatures didnt specify brand name fuel three occurrences separate manufacturers probably generic blownplastic product used numerous companies combat problem routinely transfers fuel heavy-duty ULTMapproved containers before transporting car feels additional trouble expense necessary avoid spills workshop car Since letter among several Ive received discussing fuel jug integrity Im wondering others have same type occurrences Maintenance Replies humorous serious note following complaints submitted US Air Force pilots replies maintenance crews Problem Left inside main tire almost needs replacement Signed off Almost replaced left inside main tire Problem Test flight OK except autoland very rough Signed off Autoland installed aircraft 38 Model Aviation e ef Mbd. laitell Iatteip Meniter late ed channel. ch en peat R*. Geea LEDs GO FLY iellews te-chaige. Red Cheek Dattery wrnT SIER 1-2-3 Psug peat seive late Pie Reveiset Plug Pie Sene Reverset late peat Ra Wew Peure den Problem The autopilot doesnt Signed off does now Problem Something loose cockpit Signed off Something tightened cockpit Problem Evidence hydraulic leak right main landing gear Signed off Evidence removed Problem DME volume unbelievably loud Signed off Volume set believable level Problem Dead bugs windshield Signed off Live bugs order Problem Autopilot altitude hold mode produces 200 fpm descent Signed off Cannot reproduce problem ground Problem 1FF inoperative Signed off 1FF inoperative OFF mode Problem Friction locks cause throttle levers stick Signed off Thats what theyre Problem Number-three engine missing Signed off Engine found right wing after brief search find something isnt working properly fix before going field flying buddy makes statements similar above performing checklist politely suggest try another hobby Until next month keep em flying L AIRPLANE PROPELLERS SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE MODELER book accompanying programs must modelers library 185 pages Programs MS-DOS $2995 $295 S&H MODEL AIRPLANE DESIGN AND PERFORMACE FOR THE MODELER Also must modelers hbrary 279 pages BOOK ONLY $2495 $295 S&H 0-671-0776 MC VISA & AMEX orders Send check MO Sheraton Group 1722 Broadmoor Suite 105 Bryan TX 77802 TX Res add 825% tax -- US currency ~i44\ Soft Rubber Backing Prevents Slipping Product No FOR 155 Product No FOR 156 Film Fabric Straight Edge Length 1 Meter 3936 inches Length 1 Foot Price $1495 Price $695 FOURMOST PRODUCTS Look other great products Fourmost nearest hobby dealer direct orders include $350 shipping 4040 24th Avenue st Grove OR 97116 February 1998 39 Soft rubber backing holds straight edge place * Works great iron-on films well fiber glass cloth Ends frustration wandering cuts lines * Both English Metric scales easy measurement * Comes convenient storage tube
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/02
Page Numbers: 37, 38, 39
U Gary Shaw , SINGLE-STICK vs Dual-Stick November 1996 Maystick devotees faced loathsome ultimately liberating 1997 columns mentioned differences between single- dual-experience transitioning dual-stick flying stick radios provided few reasons some modelers feel uip hated dual-stick transmitter neck strap single-sticks improve safety decreased learning times improvedtray secure support stability control accuracy asked mail readers have ghten tensioning screws its sticks minimize experience using bothovercontrolling unintended input interaction sticks theme came loud clear single-stick crowdadjustable lengthen bit maximum length Singles much easier use perceived safer becauseyouve chosen tray effortless hand-eye coordination offer decreased learning velopand unfailingly usea prestart checklist As times feel better Hence used exclusively singles wereapplicable include verify model name Check position associated fewer mishaps because absence cross-the trims rate mix switches Verify control responses control requirements associated duals commonly known asdirections dumb thumbs ace transmitter flat its back arms length Chuck Smith Chicago Illinois let know feels thebefore starting engine model Activate timer prior topic single vs dual woefully out place columnto taxiing unless intent make transmitters safer use Im vote first full five hours flying time disappointed didnt get message November 1996unfamiliar rig intensive planned task-specific practice May 1997 issues touched accidents related tofundamental figures Include let-downs go-arounds dead tipovers duals singles throttles being pushed full easestick simulations plenty precise straight-and-level flight learning error rates improved ergonomic designDry fly whenever have opportunity Learn practice Essentially anything speeds learning decreases errorsthe appropriate uses coordinated independent crossimproves safetya worthy subject write about Althoughcontrolled rudder Dont waste minute flying time written under assumption singles need transition tosimply boring holes sky duals Chuck provided some good advice can applied ace yourself giddy feelings pride pleasure regardless what setup preferthat often accompany flying better safer confidently ever before expect have pretty good handle Heres six-part program al-stick format has always suggested favored single- verwhelming majority worlds best fliers February 1998 37 O No messy adjustments Computer-accurate neutral O No Jitter 0 No Drfl Neutral Sh/ks temperature changes o Fuelproof Vibration proof Encapsulated space-age epoxy E 5KI WI{JK2L1U ftf3$91pujmjes 31185 Schoacraft Livonia MI 48150 Websit http//wwweIecfrodynamcom 1-800-337-1638 Orders _____ Info 1-313 422 5420 VISA Fax 1-313 422 5338 Airplane Tells following hard-working folks Sam Says Dennis Woodcock Editor Box 6351 Salinas CA 93912-6351 Once upon time author new Pattern airplane first few days flying everything fine day first flight required several clicks down trim odd after takeoff after turn maneuver pitch trim would off again very odd Only took full down-stick fly inverted jeepers smart enough realize something wrong After landing problem obvious bolted wing fuselage airplane did try tell just wasnt listening Only new tightfitting wing dowels saved model destructionit certainly wasnt pilot Recapping later thought number things would have caused similar symptoms servo servo tray loose bad servo centering broken elevator hinges loose control horn etc point a! things bad airplane behaving properly did keep flying Just suppose youre getting occasional glitch radio something doesnt normally happen could antenna problem could metal-to-metal vibration causing home grown interference loose crystal Will get better keep flying speaking vibration what start hearing air Its airplane talking youloose muffler engine mount worn wing dowel holes loose cowl mounting Again such problems dont get better worse examplethis has happened careful pilots engine goes lean sags top loop Its telling mixture too lean don2t listen keep flying minute later doing another loop youre suddenly dead-stick sky gods knowwe have enough problems pop up suddenly dont have opportunity prevent Other times airplane tells will problem Unless really enjoy repairing rebuilding listen Cutting hop short check out possible problem much quicker vastly cheaper building another airplane Splitting Fuel Jugs modeler wrote alert problem hes encounteredplastic fuel jugs splitting open storage three containers split open last few years resulting large fuel spills workshop trunk vehicle splits varied length 1/2 inch almost two inches length resulted slow trickles rather gush Although thinks jug failures may caused manufacturing defects rather high low temperatures didnt specify brand name fuel three occurrences separate manufacturers probably generic blownplastic product used numerous companies combat problem routinely transfers fuel heavy-duty ULTMapproved containers before transporting car feels additional trouble expense necessary avoid spills workshop car Since letter among several Ive received discussing fuel jug integrity Im wondering others have same type occurrences Maintenance Replies humorous serious note following complaints submitted US Air Force pilots replies maintenance crews Problem Left inside main tire almost needs replacement Signed off Almost replaced left inside main tire Problem Test flight OK except autoland very rough Signed off Autoland installed aircraft 38 Model Aviation e ef Mbd. laitell Iatteip Meniter late ed channel. ch en peat R*. Geea LEDs GO FLY iellews te-chaige. Red Cheek Dattery wrnT SIER 1-2-3 Psug peat seive late Pie Reveiset Plug Pie Sene Reverset late peat Ra Wew Peure den Problem The autopilot doesnt Signed off does now Problem Something loose cockpit Signed off Something tightened cockpit Problem Evidence hydraulic leak right main landing gear Signed off Evidence removed Problem DME volume unbelievably loud Signed off Volume set believable level Problem Dead bugs windshield Signed off Live bugs order Problem Autopilot altitude hold mode produces 200 fpm descent Signed off Cannot reproduce problem ground Problem 1FF inoperative Signed off 1FF inoperative OFF mode Problem Friction locks cause throttle levers stick Signed off Thats what theyre Problem Number-three engine missing Signed off Engine found right wing after brief search find something isnt working properly fix before going field flying buddy makes statements similar above performing checklist politely suggest try another hobby Until next month keep em flying L AIRPLANE PROPELLERS SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE MODELER book accompanying programs must modelers library 185 pages Programs MS-DOS $2995 $295 S&H MODEL AIRPLANE DESIGN AND PERFORMACE FOR THE MODELER Also must modelers hbrary 279 pages BOOK ONLY $2495 $295 S&H 0-671-0776 MC VISA & AMEX orders Send check MO Sheraton Group 1722 Broadmoor Suite 105 Bryan TX 77802 TX Res add 825% tax -- US currency ~i44\ Soft Rubber Backing Prevents Slipping Product No FOR 155 Product No FOR 156 Film Fabric Straight Edge Length 1 Meter 3936 inches Length 1 Foot Price $1495 Price $695 FOURMOST PRODUCTS Look other great products Fourmost nearest hobby dealer direct orders include $350 shipping 4040 24th Avenue st Grove OR 97116 February 1998 39 Soft rubber backing holds straight edge place * Works great iron-on films well fiber glass cloth Ends frustration wandering cuts lines * Both English Metric scales easy measurement * Comes convenient storage tube
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/02
Page Numbers: 37, 38, 39
U Gary Shaw , SINGLE-STICK vs Dual-Stick November 1996 Maystick devotees faced loathsome ultimately liberating 1997 columns mentioned differences between single- dual-experience transitioning dual-stick flying stick radios provided few reasons some modelers feel uip hated dual-stick transmitter neck strap single-sticks improve safety decreased learning times improvedtray secure support stability control accuracy asked mail readers have ghten tensioning screws its sticks minimize experience using bothovercontrolling unintended input interaction sticks theme came loud clear single-stick crowdadjustable lengthen bit maximum length Singles much easier use perceived safer becauseyouve chosen tray effortless hand-eye coordination offer decreased learning velopand unfailingly usea prestart checklist As times feel better Hence used exclusively singles wereapplicable include verify model name Check position associated fewer mishaps because absence cross-the trims rate mix switches Verify control responses control requirements associated duals commonly known asdirections dumb thumbs ace transmitter flat its back arms length Chuck Smith Chicago Illinois let know feels thebefore starting engine model Activate timer prior topic single vs dual woefully out place columnto taxiing unless intent make transmitters safer use Im vote first full five hours flying time disappointed didnt get message November 1996unfamiliar rig intensive planned task-specific practice May 1997 issues touched accidents related tofundamental figures Include let-downs go-arounds dead tipovers duals singles throttles being pushed full easestick simulations plenty precise straight-and-level flight learning error rates improved ergonomic designDry fly whenever have opportunity Learn practice Essentially anything speeds learning decreases errorsthe appropriate uses coordinated independent crossimproves safetya worthy subject write about Althoughcontrolled rudder Dont waste minute flying time written under assumption singles need transition tosimply boring holes sky duals Chuck provided some good advice can applied ace yourself giddy feelings pride pleasure regardless what setup preferthat often accompany flying better safer confidently ever before expect have pretty good handle Heres six-part program al-stick format has always suggested favored single- verwhelming majority worlds best fliers February 1998 37 O No messy adjustments Computer-accurate neutral O No Jitter 0 No Drfl Neutral Sh/ks temperature changes o Fuelproof Vibration proof Encapsulated space-age epoxy E 5KI WI{JK2L1U ftf3$91pujmjes 31185 Schoacraft Livonia MI 48150 Websit http//wwweIecfrodynamcom 1-800-337-1638 Orders _____ Info 1-313 422 5420 VISA Fax 1-313 422 5338 Airplane Tells following hard-working folks Sam Says Dennis Woodcock Editor Box 6351 Salinas CA 93912-6351 Once upon time author new Pattern airplane first few days flying everything fine day first flight required several clicks down trim odd after takeoff after turn maneuver pitch trim would off again very odd Only took full down-stick fly inverted jeepers smart enough realize something wrong After landing problem obvious bolted wing fuselage airplane did try tell just wasnt listening Only new tightfitting wing dowels saved model destructionit certainly wasnt pilot Recapping later thought number things would have caused similar symptoms servo servo tray loose bad servo centering broken elevator hinges loose control horn etc point a! things bad airplane behaving properly did keep flying Just suppose youre getting occasional glitch radio something doesnt normally happen could antenna problem could metal-to-metal vibration causing home grown interference loose crystal Will get better keep flying speaking vibration what start hearing air Its airplane talking youloose muffler engine mount worn wing dowel holes loose cowl mounting Again such problems dont get better worse examplethis has happened careful pilots engine goes lean sags top loop Its telling mixture too lean don2t listen keep flying minute later doing another loop youre suddenly dead-stick sky gods knowwe have enough problems pop up suddenly dont have opportunity prevent Other times airplane tells will problem Unless really enjoy repairing rebuilding listen Cutting hop short check out possible problem much quicker vastly cheaper building another airplane Splitting Fuel Jugs modeler wrote alert problem hes encounteredplastic fuel jugs splitting open storage three containers split open last few years resulting large fuel spills workshop trunk vehicle splits varied length 1/2 inch almost two inches length resulted slow trickles rather gush Although thinks jug failures may caused manufacturing defects rather high low temperatures didnt specify brand name fuel three occurrences separate manufacturers probably generic blownplastic product used numerous companies combat problem routinely transfers fuel heavy-duty ULTMapproved containers before transporting car feels additional trouble expense necessary avoid spills workshop car Since letter among several Ive received discussing fuel jug integrity Im wondering others have same type occurrences Maintenance Replies humorous serious note following complaints submitted US Air Force pilots replies maintenance crews Problem Left inside main tire almost needs replacement Signed off Almost replaced left inside main tire Problem Test flight OK except autoland very rough Signed off Autoland installed aircraft 38 Model Aviation e ef Mbd. laitell Iatteip Meniter late ed channel. ch en peat R*. Geea LEDs GO FLY iellews te-chaige. Red Cheek Dattery wrnT SIER 1-2-3 Psug peat seive late Pie Reveiset Plug Pie Sene Reverset late peat Ra Wew Peure den Problem The autopilot doesnt Signed off does now Problem Something loose cockpit Signed off Something tightened cockpit Problem Evidence hydraulic leak right main landing gear Signed off Evidence removed Problem DME volume unbelievably loud Signed off Volume set believable level Problem Dead bugs windshield Signed off Live bugs order Problem Autopilot altitude hold mode produces 200 fpm descent Signed off Cannot reproduce problem ground Problem 1FF inoperative Signed off 1FF inoperative OFF mode Problem Friction locks cause throttle levers stick Signed off Thats what theyre Problem Number-three engine missing Signed off Engine found right wing after brief search find something isnt working properly fix before going field flying buddy makes statements similar above performing checklist politely suggest try another hobby Until next month keep em flying L AIRPLANE PROPELLERS SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE MODELER book accompanying programs must modelers library 185 pages Programs MS-DOS $2995 $295 S&H MODEL AIRPLANE DESIGN AND PERFORMACE FOR THE MODELER Also must modelers hbrary 279 pages BOOK ONLY $2495 $295 S&H 0-671-0776 MC VISA & AMEX orders Send check MO Sheraton Group 1722 Broadmoor Suite 105 Bryan TX 77802 TX Res add 825% tax -- US currency ~i44\ Soft Rubber Backing Prevents Slipping Product No FOR 155 Product No FOR 156 Film Fabric Straight Edge Length 1 Meter 3936 inches Length 1 Foot Price $1495 Price $695 FOURMOST PRODUCTS Look other great products Fourmost nearest hobby dealer direct orders include $350 shipping 4040 24th Avenue st Grove OR 97116 February 1998 39 Soft rubber backing holds straight edge place * Works great iron-on films well fiber glass cloth Ends frustration wandering cuts lines * Both English Metric scales easy measurement * Comes convenient storage tube