CONTROL LINE AEROBATICS years Nationals Nats PAMPA Precision Aerobatics Model Pilots Association will host Intermediate event run conjunction Beginner will mark first time spectrum skill levels competition emphasis will helping everyone learn name fliers have already volunteered mentor contestants Everyone invited come participate enjoy part future As write column Winter Olympics full swing Watching competitors various events thrilling individuals can learn observing methods mental exercises contestants use prepare themselves moment sun Figure skaters work programs prodded coaches come back repeat less-than-perfect parts Speed skaters observed dry practice going through precise form body positions required certain parts race saw svcral downhill skicrs mcntally going through sequence turns get themselves set runs Flying model aircraft no different can should develop routine allows us give best performance time Before anything else focus get rid distractions best way know go off yourself set aside some quiet time go through performance Question engine run little bits make up package have make adjustment airplane set engine different rpm tighten propeller change because wind up change plug youve covered mentally work way through flight Whats wind like changing anything unusual about circle flight example wind coming certain direction usually turbulence down low Watch previous flight funnies sure check wind position lines Try get look center circle landmarks position maneuvers etc vital making jump Nats-quality flying Watch outside circle reference points able pick up turn airplane cross points Get back starting routine should same practice Consider package looks judges cant change first impression Does entry circle convey professional demeanor look know what doing may sound silly competitors things well competition dont look confused calling competence question before cranking engine Before leave pit area run prime through engine warm up ensures engine loose ready respond starting procedure look one-flip start contest because looks very professional Second maximizes run-time within flight time envelopeseven eight minutes depending AMA F2B can difference overrun condition dont have run duration near minimum Once have engine running give few seconds get system up temperature before check rpm some cold days may have block pinch uniflow tank line get engine come up normal operating rpm seems stable get tach reading youre satisfied engine operating want running smoothly check running time good ballpark figure less 30 seconds As get ready proceed handle check line connectors wipe lines clean go handle Check controls moving handle viewing July1998 129 Bill Richs Randy Smith-designed Tempest II Projected less 60 ounces new PA 61 Randys pipe Gorgeous ink workl Uwe Degners latest candy colored Stunter stunning Based Spitfire wing its powered ST 60 weighs 61 ounces Successful Sig Magnum Uwe Denger Germany powered ST 51 weighs 63 ounces now serves good friend -57-A718j,Engine MAdelLength sineLengthSineSinePrine RF 300 8 3/18 23 40 61463 SF 350 35 84 316 $1469 SF400 4 3/16 40- 60 8/469 SF 450 45 184 3/16 40 60 61499 SF 500 4 3/16 60 80 $1838 SF 510 4387/3260-12$1875 SF 610 43187/3280-12$1880 RF71O 43187/3260- 1281860 SF38031085324 3r87/3240 1281839 SF 07J5107532 j43/8713240-12$2039 SF77031085JEjaA/21/4 Gas$2557 SF8003oJ00/8Posend PUT ON SOME AlAS Spert-Airs Train-Airs ~EUW N NWU5WNE~ ~7 RO Box 208 Methuen MA 01844 phone 978 686-0319 Call write full line catalog TIi9Ibrdl Glow Plugs IntrOdUce NEW SUPER COOL Plug Hi Temp Insulator oniy $229 addition . FIREBALL R/O IDLE BAR plug $229 Hot & Standard Non-Idle Bar plugs still $195 Swanson Associates P0 Box 151 6948 Wayne NJ 07470 corresponding movement airplanes control surfaces Get set get good body position quick mental collection signal release above should part carefully practiced routine precise polished should have planned options throughout routine event difficulties Loose propellers can prevented retightening prior official flight glow plugs can checked batteries during warmup run prior flight having gone through checks stuff happens long try fix situation depends engine run duration normally several minutes AMA would consider attempt 30 seconds general its best get clean start get rushed situation carries through entire pattern Get good routine stay Several columns back discussed troubles Id experienced engine system cooling used hair dryer source air check internal fuselage airflow problems encountered worked through procedure getting good indication strong airflow point indication feel asked help better method National champion David Fitzgerald called shared experienced similar problems evolved much same solution came up ingenious visual sensor/probea pipe cleaner cleaning fibers removed except tip end fibers sensitive airflow Thanks David Ive tried it works quite well recommend investigation serious fliers can help avoid major problems last column mentioned effort develop major contest Experimental Aircraft Association EAA Headquarters Oshkosh Wisconsin initial target date upcoming Labor Day weekend thought have alternating years F2B team trials Muncie Indiana corporation EAA AMA PAMPA going host contest will have major Precision Aerobatics classes Classic Old Time Ideas evolving will make must-attend happening As plan develops scope event limited what can done realistically hosts backing full support access facilities PAMPA Hall Fame members Bob Gialdini Jim Kreuger heading development effort Bob met several times Sean Elliot FAA discussed resources necessary support such undertaking As looked would get backing realized majority would have clubs area seemed coordinating effort would take longer between now Labor Day weekend therefore conservative approach has taken start contest series has delayed until year 2000 affords time qualify prepare proper support properly publicize nature event New Products building plastic working heart wifes kindergarten class ran across interesting plastic cement Testors Clear Parts Cement Window Maker #35 15 According bottle can actually build windows used build fillers around valves did nice job drying crystal clear have occasions would have drilled canopy release humidity dust repair component came loose product can effect neat almost invisible fix can also visualize making small lenses running lights creating small molds casting bulb Its neat product Give try flight fun Peck-Polymers Iplanes plans props paper s _for next CO2 engines US Czechoslovakia tremendous assortment types sizes catalog kits accessories engines nine-cylinder radial engineand endless ideas available $400 Peck-Pelyniers stop shopping rubber power C02 needs P 0 BOX 710399 MASANTEE CA 920729399 USAt6l9 4481819FAX t619 448-1833 caper 130 Model Aviation ing tor nose gear solution Need 12 Ii casloa Slats Also Aoailnbln Direct add $300 S&H USA 0-909-3632 Fax 217-351-3590 Fulls Tooling PO Box 155 Savoy IL 61874 ira 20 $5795 Train-Air 40 $7295 Sport-Air 25 $6195 Sport-Air 40 $7795 mi
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/07
Page Numbers: 129, 130
CONTROL LINE AEROBATICS years Nationals Nats PAMPA Precision Aerobatics Model Pilots Association will host Intermediate event run conjunction Beginner will mark first time spectrum skill levels competition emphasis will helping everyone learn name fliers have already volunteered mentor contestants Everyone invited come participate enjoy part future As write column Winter Olympics full swing Watching competitors various events thrilling individuals can learn observing methods mental exercises contestants use prepare themselves moment sun Figure skaters work programs prodded coaches come back repeat less-than-perfect parts Speed skaters observed dry practice going through precise form body positions required certain parts race saw svcral downhill skicrs mcntally going through sequence turns get themselves set runs Flying model aircraft no different can should develop routine allows us give best performance time Before anything else focus get rid distractions best way know go off yourself set aside some quiet time go through performance Question engine run little bits make up package have make adjustment airplane set engine different rpm tighten propeller change because wind up change plug youve covered mentally work way through flight Whats wind like changing anything unusual about circle flight example wind coming certain direction usually turbulence down low Watch previous flight funnies sure check wind position lines Try get look center circle landmarks position maneuvers etc vital making jump Nats-quality flying Watch outside circle reference points able pick up turn airplane cross points Get back starting routine should same practice Consider package looks judges cant change first impression Does entry circle convey professional demeanor look know what doing may sound silly competitors things well competition dont look confused calling competence question before cranking engine Before leave pit area run prime through engine warm up ensures engine loose ready respond starting procedure look one-flip start contest because looks very professional Second maximizes run-time within flight time envelopeseven eight minutes depending AMA F2B can difference overrun condition dont have run duration near minimum Once have engine running give few seconds get system up temperature before check rpm some cold days may have block pinch uniflow tank line get engine come up normal operating rpm seems stable get tach reading youre satisfied engine operating want running smoothly check running time good ballpark figure less 30 seconds As get ready proceed handle check line connectors wipe lines clean go handle Check controls moving handle viewing July1998 129 Bill Richs Randy Smith-designed Tempest II Projected less 60 ounces new PA 61 Randys pipe Gorgeous ink workl Uwe Degners latest candy colored Stunter stunning Based Spitfire wing its powered ST 60 weighs 61 ounces Successful Sig Magnum Uwe Denger Germany powered ST 51 weighs 63 ounces now serves good friend -57-A718j,Engine MAdelLength sineLengthSineSinePrine RF 300 8 3/18 23 40 61463 SF 350 35 84 316 $1469 SF400 4 3/16 40- 60 8/469 SF 450 45 184 3/16 40 60 61499 SF 500 4 3/16 60 80 $1838 SF 510 4387/3260-12$1875 SF 610 43187/3280-12$1880 RF71O 43187/3260- 1281860 SF38031085324 3r87/3240 1281839 SF 07J5107532 j43/8713240-12$2039 SF77031085JEjaA/21/4 Gas$2557 SF8003oJ00/8Posend PUT ON SOME AlAS Spert-Airs Train-Airs ~EUW N NWU5WNE~ ~7 RO Box 208 Methuen MA 01844 phone 978 686-0319 Call write full line catalog TIi9Ibrdl Glow Plugs IntrOdUce NEW SUPER COOL Plug Hi Temp Insulator oniy $229 addition . FIREBALL R/O IDLE BAR plug $229 Hot & Standard Non-Idle Bar plugs still $195 Swanson Associates P0 Box 151 6948 Wayne NJ 07470 corresponding movement airplanes control surfaces Get set get good body position quick mental collection signal release above should part carefully practiced routine precise polished should have planned options throughout routine event difficulties Loose propellers can prevented retightening prior official flight glow plugs can checked batteries during warmup run prior flight having gone through checks stuff happens long try fix situation depends engine run duration normally several minutes AMA would consider attempt 30 seconds general its best get clean start get rushed situation carries through entire pattern Get good routine stay Several columns back discussed troubles Id experienced engine system cooling used hair dryer source air check internal fuselage airflow problems encountered worked through procedure getting good indication strong airflow point indication feel asked help better method National champion David Fitzgerald called shared experienced similar problems evolved much same solution came up ingenious visual sensor/probea pipe cleaner cleaning fibers removed except tip end fibers sensitive airflow Thanks David Ive tried it works quite well recommend investigation serious fliers can help avoid major problems last column mentioned effort develop major contest Experimental Aircraft Association EAA Headquarters Oshkosh Wisconsin initial target date upcoming Labor Day weekend thought have alternating years F2B team trials Muncie Indiana corporation EAA AMA PAMPA going host contest will have major Precision Aerobatics classes Classic Old Time Ideas evolving will make must-attend happening As plan develops scope event limited what can done realistically hosts backing full support access facilities PAMPA Hall Fame members Bob Gialdini Jim Kreuger heading development effort Bob met several times Sean Elliot FAA discussed resources necessary support such undertaking As looked would get backing realized majority would have clubs area seemed coordinating effort would take longer between now Labor Day weekend therefore conservative approach has taken start contest series has delayed until year 2000 affords time qualify prepare proper support properly publicize nature event New Products building plastic working heart wifes kindergarten class ran across interesting plastic cement Testors Clear Parts Cement Window Maker #35 15 According bottle can actually build windows used build fillers around valves did nice job drying crystal clear have occasions would have drilled canopy release humidity dust repair component came loose product can effect neat almost invisible fix can also visualize making small lenses running lights creating small molds casting bulb Its neat product Give try flight fun Peck-Polymers Iplanes plans props paper s _for next CO2 engines US Czechoslovakia tremendous assortment types sizes catalog kits accessories engines nine-cylinder radial engineand endless ideas available $400 Peck-Pelyniers stop shopping rubber power C02 needs P 0 BOX 710399 MASANTEE CA 920729399 USAt6l9 4481819FAX t619 448-1833 caper 130 Model Aviation ing tor nose gear solution Need 12 Ii casloa Slats Also Aoailnbln Direct add $300 S&H USA 0-909-3632 Fax 217-351-3590 Fulls Tooling PO Box 155 Savoy IL 61874 ira 20 $5795 Train-Air 40 $7295 Sport-Air 25 $6195 Sport-Air 40 $7795 mi