MUSEUM GUIDE new book published last year looks though would good addition modelers library book Kitty Hawk NASA Guide US Air & Space Museums anti Exhibits Michael Morlan book published Bon Tirer Publishing should available order book store already shelves publisher can reached 913/236-4828 cant find book store willing order book compilation descriptions holdings locations interesting facts about 135 museums United States feature aviation space exhibits listings include far simply famous museums fact some really obscure places listed would expect find airplanes book has photos black white should valuable tool planning vacations side trips business travel next trip make out-of-town contest could also come handy researching next Carrier Scale project 304-page paperback sells $1595 Southwest Regionals Drop Class I/IT saddened read Southwest Regionals Tucson Arizona 18-19 January CL events did include Class II year Participation past Regionals has declined events no longer economically feasible include SW Regionals did include Profile Carrier 15 Carrier LoTech event described last year As have said before key having abundant opportunities fly Navy Carrier support contests sponsor events am amazed people would build airplane new event likely disappear continue rather spend same amount time effort building model standard competition event Thats support Sportsman Carrier concept sponsored Navy Carrier Society Sportsman Carrier allows person start flying Profile Carrier contests using equipment can readily adapted regular Profile Carrier competition ready person has said current technique flying low speed discouraging people flying Carrier Its true hanging prop usual Sunday fliers repertoire line sliders dont appear sport planes fliers bring field doesnt mean either presents difficult challenge tremendous growth Carrier flying Texas over past few years evidence Carrier flying can appeal lots people Texas success attributable two critical elements First Carrier visible Modelers bring Carrier models field weekends fly numerous CL contests Carrier featured Second Carrier accessible Carrier trainer available field Sundays contests same profile MO-i April 1992 75 LX Navy Carrier Dick Perry 6739 Stonecutter Dr Burke VA 22015 Abstract This months installment includes description new book aviation museums discussion encouraging Carrier participation some thoughts pros cons performance classes Carrier Information Navy Carrier Society join included Class Grumman F5-l- Hellcat nanaiwork Roy Fellows Augusta KS could benefit performance classes Roy prefers realism competition Leon Ryktarsyk built model Brewster XSBA-1 Construction features details will June issue MA Continued page 131 Paul Kegel Fargo North Dakota launches Profile P-51 son Jason AMA Nationals L Jason won Senior age category model based Sterling kit Power Testors Mccoy 35 APC 9 x 8 prop Profile MO-Is such flown Terry Kirby standard airplanes used introduce new modelers Navy Carrier flying Dallas-Fort Worth area Tail Size/McCombs Continued page 54 Summary 1 For duration best flying ability PP model best size vertical tail just slightly larger needed prevent Dutch roll found flight tests 2 Too large tail will cause spiral instability troubles reduced duration capability model will very sensitive small changes turning trim including warps 3 Too small tail will cause Dutch roll tail-swinging trouble will become violent causing crash tail much too small flight will relatively insensitive turning trim changes 4 The steeper steady climb angle smaller tail must avoid spiral instability related troubles 5 Spiral instability Dutch roll cannot eliminated trim changes 6 Posher models cannot maintain very steep straight-up steady climb special gadgetry nor can jet-powered models 7 Dihedral no help during very steep climb lots desirable after steep climb ends 8 FF5 models must have some minimum total effective dihedral about 50 Outdoor models 40 Indoor ones 9 Total effective dihedral sum wing dihedral other effective dihedral 10 flying FFS model large tail will require additional wing dihedral avoid spiral instability loss duration 11 A floating hinged rudder has about same effect removing rudder portion gives smaller tail effect scale deviation helpful FFS Old-Timer EF models 12 Sport models generous dihedral can have much larger tails FFS FF Duration models small tail always better 13 Those persistent untrimmable turning banking troubles Rubber models during initial burst-of-power period caused too large vertical tail often wrongly blamed torque 14 effects can easily demonstrated simple all-balsa stick-fuselage Rubber model good club project As mentioned Part two recommended volumes providing additional information about trim stability well about numerous other topics Flying Imp roving Scale Model Airplanes published Air Age now out print Making Scale Model Airplanes Fly Revised Edition available $1395 postpaid Aircraft Data Box 763576 Dallas TX 75224 CL Navy CarrierlPerry Continued page 75 local modelers fly competition Potential newcomers Carrier can try trainer see easy fly like other Carrier fliers can build model just like trainer kits put together clubs can fly model successfully competition can buy hardware need local hobby shops Carrier modelers talk about event willingly help newcomers start out quite few modelers followed same path Carrier outlined above As result lots very similar MO-is competition Texas variety starting surface among have flying Carrier key Texas success little work part few people Theyve paid back better competition growth Carrier activity ball being picked up newer fliers growth becoming self-sustaining Its great story Ill bet its repeatable just about area Performance Classes Sportsman Carrier concept has started people thinking about performance classes Navy Continued page 132 April 1992 131 RC TRADER LINETM New & used RC items calling & selecting category shown below may place ad listen ads category choice Pressing keys touch tone phone directed menus will allow place ad listen ads Ads released active database within 4 hours Thank support WHY WAIT 2 MONTHS FOR YOUR AD TO APPEAR IN ANRC MAC Remember takes less 2 minutes place ad -g $175 per minute RSO lNCWmtemlhll Allanta CA 34J49456 Carrier events similar used Precision Aerobatics Since PAMPA Precision Aerobatics Model Pilot Association originated concept skill classes Precision Aerobatics event participation event has grown membership PAMPA Old Time Stunt now Nostalgia Stunt have sprung up giving Stunt fliers opportunities compete contest providing opportunity introduce new modelers reintroduce old ones competing AMA Precision Aerobatics event Performance classes allow contestants compete against modelers similar ability Classes allow skilled modeler prefers competing lower level intensity use older less expensive equipment Entry level modelers can use equipment appropriate advanced competition developing skills lower scoring classes Performance classes allow anyone opportunity compete trophy allow newcomers event compete trophy develop abilities Classes allow modelers fly Carrier camaraderie competition receive remembrance days flying trophy perform well Performance becomes quest personal bests within personal standards effort beat another modeler man-against-man competition reserved top class enjoy key issues performance classification whether class divisions should formally informally established RC Pattern events method scoring advancement firmly established AMA CL Precision Aerobatics PAMPA has established framework classes division points among classes advancement between classes have defined Individuals select class will compete given day peer pressure means enforcement Only National Aeromodeling Championships does PAMPA maintain records ensure previous Advanced winner competes Expert class future national competitions PAMPA model closely aligned existing Sportsman Carrier concept Navy Carrier Society formal division classes method advancing established question immediately surfaces whether classes should established absolute relative performance event such Navy Carrier performance determined much stop watch officials judgement absolute performance valid method dividing classes Gasoline fueled Produces 3 foot flame will power planes up 228 mph Designed FUN EASY build home shop about 8 hours using materials already have such aerosol spray can combustion chamber Only simple hand tools needed Both high performance jet engines FUN EASY build STEP BY STEP DETAILED FULL SIZE plan sets complete fuel ignition systems JOIN THE JET AGE sending $995 3hp plan set $1295 7hp plan set both sets $2000 JET ENGINE TECHNOLOGIES 10241 Ridgewood El Paso Texas 79925 132 Model Aviation CL Navy Carrier/Perry Continued page 131 3 7 HP PULSE JET ENGINES AVAILABLE Division points may appropriate location may appropriate another however weather can influence points attainable given day competition making division based absolute performance less absolute terms actual results achieved Relative performance RC Pattern specifies advancement based contestants placing number other modelers event Variances such weather official judgement local competitive attitudes abilities eliminated contestants category established area may valid another formal method advancement implies method keeping records RC Pattern AMA establishes method provides forms no central record maintainedindividuals responsible own record keeping Carrier formal division classes could maintained Navy Carrier Society NCS would possible NCS publish periodic listing classes its members Contest results reported NCS could used update class rosters Non-members would probably compete Open/Expert category Such system seems too restrictive doesnt allow local preferences deviating nationally established procedures also requires dedicated volunteer maintain system Such volunteer gets little opportunity enjoy hobby supports topic being discussed Navy Carrier Society read youd like participate process sure NCS membership up date Navy Carrier Society Navy Carrier Society special interest group recognized AMA CL Navy Carrier NCS provides forum sharing information about Carrier flying competition NCS establishes listing top performers class throughout year recommends rules supplementary events classifications such Sportsman Carrier encourage standardization throughout country NCS responsible providing officials CL Navy Carrier National Aeromodeling Championships addition sponsors unofficial Carrier events such Sportsman Carrier Nationals NCS holds its national meeting AMA Nationals year recognizes outstanding CL Navy Carrier competitor Nationals Eugene Ely Award Society also presents Rookie Year Award first-time Nationals entrant exhibits outstanding competitive spirit sportsmanship cooperation during Nationals NCS newsletter Hi-Low Landing has just come under very capable editorial supervision Michael Pugh Mike publishing Hi-Low Landing new format 1992 first issue indication will making already good publication better Joining NCS easy Annual dues $1000 should sent Bill Bischoff 7550 Christie Lane Dallas Texas 75249 Dont miss out action 1992 port & Scale/Warner Continued page 83 CO2 engines frisket decal paper colored nitrate dope other etched metal parts latest catalog available $200 Flying T Model Co 2862 Avenal St Los Angeles CA 90039 Tel 213/662-9323 Rubber lube nineties know important keep air sunlight dirt away rubber motors However great deal disagreement what constitutes good rubber lube old-fashioned castor-oil rubdown mixture boiled glycerin green soap giving way modern preparations Bobby Haight uses product called Son Gun STP readily available auto parts stores seems provide decent lubrication mess older goo hear tends dry out requires re-application regular intervals Harder find according Dave Smith Phoenix-based Cactus Squadron best lube galaxy Dow Cornings Continued page 134 April 1992 133
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/04
Page Numbers: 75, 131, 132, 133
MUSEUM GUIDE new book published last year looks though would good addition modelers library book Kitty Hawk NASA Guide US Air & Space Museums anti Exhibits Michael Morlan book published Bon Tirer Publishing should available order book store already shelves publisher can reached 913/236-4828 cant find book store willing order book compilation descriptions holdings locations interesting facts about 135 museums United States feature aviation space exhibits listings include far simply famous museums fact some really obscure places listed would expect find airplanes book has photos black white should valuable tool planning vacations side trips business travel next trip make out-of-town contest could also come handy researching next Carrier Scale project 304-page paperback sells $1595 Southwest Regionals Drop Class I/IT saddened read Southwest Regionals Tucson Arizona 18-19 January CL events did include Class II year Participation past Regionals has declined events no longer economically feasible include SW Regionals did include Profile Carrier 15 Carrier LoTech event described last year As have said before key having abundant opportunities fly Navy Carrier support contests sponsor events am amazed people would build airplane new event likely disappear continue rather spend same amount time effort building model standard competition event Thats support Sportsman Carrier concept sponsored Navy Carrier Society Sportsman Carrier allows person start flying Profile Carrier contests using equipment can readily adapted regular Profile Carrier competition ready person has said current technique flying low speed discouraging people flying Carrier Its true hanging prop usual Sunday fliers repertoire line sliders dont appear sport planes fliers bring field doesnt mean either presents difficult challenge tremendous growth Carrier flying Texas over past few years evidence Carrier flying can appeal lots people Texas success attributable two critical elements First Carrier visible Modelers bring Carrier models field weekends fly numerous CL contests Carrier featured Second Carrier accessible Carrier trainer available field Sundays contests same profile MO-i April 1992 75 LX Navy Carrier Dick Perry 6739 Stonecutter Dr Burke VA 22015 Abstract This months installment includes description new book aviation museums discussion encouraging Carrier participation some thoughts pros cons performance classes Carrier Information Navy Carrier Society join included Class Grumman F5-l- Hellcat nanaiwork Roy Fellows Augusta KS could benefit performance classes Roy prefers realism competition Leon Ryktarsyk built model Brewster XSBA-1 Construction features details will June issue MA Continued page 131 Paul Kegel Fargo North Dakota launches Profile P-51 son Jason AMA Nationals L Jason won Senior age category model based Sterling kit Power Testors Mccoy 35 APC 9 x 8 prop Profile MO-Is such flown Terry Kirby standard airplanes used introduce new modelers Navy Carrier flying Dallas-Fort Worth area Tail Size/McCombs Continued page 54 Summary 1 For duration best flying ability PP model best size vertical tail just slightly larger needed prevent Dutch roll found flight tests 2 Too large tail will cause spiral instability troubles reduced duration capability model will very sensitive small changes turning trim including warps 3 Too small tail will cause Dutch roll tail-swinging trouble will become violent causing crash tail much too small flight will relatively insensitive turning trim changes 4 The steeper steady climb angle smaller tail must avoid spiral instability related troubles 5 Spiral instability Dutch roll cannot eliminated trim changes 6 Posher models cannot maintain very steep straight-up steady climb special gadgetry nor can jet-powered models 7 Dihedral no help during very steep climb lots desirable after steep climb ends 8 FF5 models must have some minimum total effective dihedral about 50 Outdoor models 40 Indoor ones 9 Total effective dihedral sum wing dihedral other effective dihedral 10 flying FFS model large tail will require additional wing dihedral avoid spiral instability loss duration 11 A floating hinged rudder has about same effect removing rudder portion gives smaller tail effect scale deviation helpful FFS Old-Timer EF models 12 Sport models generous dihedral can have much larger tails FFS FF Duration models small tail always better 13 Those persistent untrimmable turning banking troubles Rubber models during initial burst-of-power period caused too large vertical tail often wrongly blamed torque 14 effects can easily demonstrated simple all-balsa stick-fuselage Rubber model good club project As mentioned Part two recommended volumes providing additional information about trim stability well about numerous other topics Flying Imp roving Scale Model Airplanes published Air Age now out print Making Scale Model Airplanes Fly Revised Edition available $1395 postpaid Aircraft Data Box 763576 Dallas TX 75224 CL Navy CarrierlPerry Continued page 75 local modelers fly competition Potential newcomers Carrier can try trainer see easy fly like other Carrier fliers can build model just like trainer kits put together clubs can fly model successfully competition can buy hardware need local hobby shops Carrier modelers talk about event willingly help newcomers start out quite few modelers followed same path Carrier outlined above As result lots very similar MO-is competition Texas variety starting surface among have flying Carrier key Texas success little work part few people Theyve paid back better competition growth Carrier activity ball being picked up newer fliers growth becoming self-sustaining Its great story Ill bet its repeatable just about area Performance Classes Sportsman Carrier concept has started people thinking about performance classes Navy Continued page 132 April 1992 131 RC TRADER LINETM New & used RC items calling & selecting category shown below may place ad listen ads category choice Pressing keys touch tone phone directed menus will allow place ad listen ads Ads released active database within 4 hours Thank support WHY WAIT 2 MONTHS FOR YOUR AD TO APPEAR IN ANRC MAC Remember takes less 2 minutes place ad -g $175 per minute RSO lNCWmtemlhll Allanta CA 34J49456 Carrier events similar used Precision Aerobatics Since PAMPA Precision Aerobatics Model Pilot Association originated concept skill classes Precision Aerobatics event participation event has grown membership PAMPA Old Time Stunt now Nostalgia Stunt have sprung up giving Stunt fliers opportunities compete contest providing opportunity introduce new modelers reintroduce old ones competing AMA Precision Aerobatics event Performance classes allow contestants compete against modelers similar ability Classes allow skilled modeler prefers competing lower level intensity use older less expensive equipment Entry level modelers can use equipment appropriate advanced competition developing skills lower scoring classes Performance classes allow anyone opportunity compete trophy allow newcomers event compete trophy develop abilities Classes allow modelers fly Carrier camaraderie competition receive remembrance days flying trophy perform well Performance becomes quest personal bests within personal standards effort beat another modeler man-against-man competition reserved top class enjoy key issues performance classification whether class divisions should formally informally established RC Pattern events method scoring advancement firmly established AMA CL Precision Aerobatics PAMPA has established framework classes division points among classes advancement between classes have defined Individuals select class will compete given day peer pressure means enforcement Only National Aeromodeling Championships does PAMPA maintain records ensure previous Advanced winner competes Expert class future national competitions PAMPA model closely aligned existing Sportsman Carrier concept Navy Carrier Society formal division classes method advancing established question immediately surfaces whether classes should established absolute relative performance event such Navy Carrier performance determined much stop watch officials judgement absolute performance valid method dividing classes Gasoline fueled Produces 3 foot flame will power planes up 228 mph Designed FUN EASY build home shop about 8 hours using materials already have such aerosol spray can combustion chamber Only simple hand tools needed Both high performance jet engines FUN EASY build STEP BY STEP DETAILED FULL SIZE plan sets complete fuel ignition systems JOIN THE JET AGE sending $995 3hp plan set $1295 7hp plan set both sets $2000 JET ENGINE TECHNOLOGIES 10241 Ridgewood El Paso Texas 79925 132 Model Aviation CL Navy Carrier/Perry Continued page 131 3 7 HP PULSE JET ENGINES AVAILABLE Division points may appropriate location may appropriate another however weather can influence points attainable given day competition making division based absolute performance less absolute terms actual results achieved Relative performance RC Pattern specifies advancement based contestants placing number other modelers event Variances such weather official judgement local competitive attitudes abilities eliminated contestants category established area may valid another formal method advancement implies method keeping records RC Pattern AMA establishes method provides forms no central record maintainedindividuals responsible own record keeping Carrier formal division classes could maintained Navy Carrier Society NCS would possible NCS publish periodic listing classes its members Contest results reported NCS could used update class rosters Non-members would probably compete Open/Expert category Such system seems too restrictive doesnt allow local preferences deviating nationally established procedures also requires dedicated volunteer maintain system Such volunteer gets little opportunity enjoy hobby supports topic being discussed Navy Carrier Society read youd like participate process sure NCS membership up date Navy Carrier Society Navy Carrier Society special interest group recognized AMA CL Navy Carrier NCS provides forum sharing information about Carrier flying competition NCS establishes listing top performers class throughout year recommends rules supplementary events classifications such Sportsman Carrier encourage standardization throughout country NCS responsible providing officials CL Navy Carrier National Aeromodeling Championships addition sponsors unofficial Carrier events such Sportsman Carrier Nationals NCS holds its national meeting AMA Nationals year recognizes outstanding CL Navy Carrier competitor Nationals Eugene Ely Award Society also presents Rookie Year Award first-time Nationals entrant exhibits outstanding competitive spirit sportsmanship cooperation during Nationals NCS newsletter Hi-Low Landing has just come under very capable editorial supervision Michael Pugh Mike publishing Hi-Low Landing new format 1992 first issue indication will making already good publication better Joining NCS easy Annual dues $1000 should sent Bill Bischoff 7550 Christie Lane Dallas Texas 75249 Dont miss out action 1992 port & Scale/Warner Continued page 83 CO2 engines frisket decal paper colored nitrate dope other etched metal parts latest catalog available $200 Flying T Model Co 2862 Avenal St Los Angeles CA 90039 Tel 213/662-9323 Rubber lube nineties know important keep air sunlight dirt away rubber motors However great deal disagreement what constitutes good rubber lube old-fashioned castor-oil rubdown mixture boiled glycerin green soap giving way modern preparations Bobby Haight uses product called Son Gun STP readily available auto parts stores seems provide decent lubrication mess older goo hear tends dry out requires re-application regular intervals Harder find according Dave Smith Phoenix-based Cactus Squadron best lube galaxy Dow Cornings Continued page 134 April 1992 133
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/04
Page Numbers: 75, 131, 132, 133
MUSEUM GUIDE new book published last year looks though would good addition modelers library book Kitty Hawk NASA Guide US Air & Space Museums anti Exhibits Michael Morlan book published Bon Tirer Publishing should available order book store already shelves publisher can reached 913/236-4828 cant find book store willing order book compilation descriptions holdings locations interesting facts about 135 museums United States feature aviation space exhibits listings include far simply famous museums fact some really obscure places listed would expect find airplanes book has photos black white should valuable tool planning vacations side trips business travel next trip make out-of-town contest could also come handy researching next Carrier Scale project 304-page paperback sells $1595 Southwest Regionals Drop Class I/IT saddened read Southwest Regionals Tucson Arizona 18-19 January CL events did include Class II year Participation past Regionals has declined events no longer economically feasible include SW Regionals did include Profile Carrier 15 Carrier LoTech event described last year As have said before key having abundant opportunities fly Navy Carrier support contests sponsor events am amazed people would build airplane new event likely disappear continue rather spend same amount time effort building model standard competition event Thats support Sportsman Carrier concept sponsored Navy Carrier Society Sportsman Carrier allows person start flying Profile Carrier contests using equipment can readily adapted regular Profile Carrier competition ready person has said current technique flying low speed discouraging people flying Carrier Its true hanging prop usual Sunday fliers repertoire line sliders dont appear sport planes fliers bring field doesnt mean either presents difficult challenge tremendous growth Carrier flying Texas over past few years evidence Carrier flying can appeal lots people Texas success attributable two critical elements First Carrier visible Modelers bring Carrier models field weekends fly numerous CL contests Carrier featured Second Carrier accessible Carrier trainer available field Sundays contests same profile MO-i April 1992 75 LX Navy Carrier Dick Perry 6739 Stonecutter Dr Burke VA 22015 Abstract This months installment includes description new book aviation museums discussion encouraging Carrier participation some thoughts pros cons performance classes Carrier Information Navy Carrier Society join included Class Grumman F5-l- Hellcat nanaiwork Roy Fellows Augusta KS could benefit performance classes Roy prefers realism competition Leon Ryktarsyk built model Brewster XSBA-1 Construction features details will June issue MA Continued page 131 Paul Kegel Fargo North Dakota launches Profile P-51 son Jason AMA Nationals L Jason won Senior age category model based Sterling kit Power Testors Mccoy 35 APC 9 x 8 prop Profile MO-Is such flown Terry Kirby standard airplanes used introduce new modelers Navy Carrier flying Dallas-Fort Worth area Tail Size/McCombs Continued page 54 Summary 1 For duration best flying ability PP model best size vertical tail just slightly larger needed prevent Dutch roll found flight tests 2 Too large tail will cause spiral instability troubles reduced duration capability model will very sensitive small changes turning trim including warps 3 Too small tail will cause Dutch roll tail-swinging trouble will become violent causing crash tail much too small flight will relatively insensitive turning trim changes 4 The steeper steady climb angle smaller tail must avoid spiral instability related troubles 5 Spiral instability Dutch roll cannot eliminated trim changes 6 Posher models cannot maintain very steep straight-up steady climb special gadgetry nor can jet-powered models 7 Dihedral no help during very steep climb lots desirable after steep climb ends 8 FF5 models must have some minimum total effective dihedral about 50 Outdoor models 40 Indoor ones 9 Total effective dihedral sum wing dihedral other effective dihedral 10 flying FFS model large tail will require additional wing dihedral avoid spiral instability loss duration 11 A floating hinged rudder has about same effect removing rudder portion gives smaller tail effect scale deviation helpful FFS Old-Timer EF models 12 Sport models generous dihedral can have much larger tails FFS FF Duration models small tail always better 13 Those persistent untrimmable turning banking troubles Rubber models during initial burst-of-power period caused too large vertical tail often wrongly blamed torque 14 effects can easily demonstrated simple all-balsa stick-fuselage Rubber model good club project As mentioned Part two recommended volumes providing additional information about trim stability well about numerous other topics Flying Imp roving Scale Model Airplanes published Air Age now out print Making Scale Model Airplanes Fly Revised Edition available $1395 postpaid Aircraft Data Box 763576 Dallas TX 75224 CL Navy CarrierlPerry Continued page 75 local modelers fly competition Potential newcomers Carrier can try trainer see easy fly like other Carrier fliers can build model just like trainer kits put together clubs can fly model successfully competition can buy hardware need local hobby shops Carrier modelers talk about event willingly help newcomers start out quite few modelers followed same path Carrier outlined above As result lots very similar MO-is competition Texas variety starting surface among have flying Carrier key Texas success little work part few people Theyve paid back better competition growth Carrier activity ball being picked up newer fliers growth becoming self-sustaining Its great story Ill bet its repeatable just about area Performance Classes Sportsman Carrier concept has started people thinking about performance classes Navy Continued page 132 April 1992 131 RC TRADER LINETM New & used RC items calling & selecting category shown below may place ad listen ads category choice Pressing keys touch tone phone directed menus will allow place ad listen ads Ads released active database within 4 hours Thank support WHY WAIT 2 MONTHS FOR YOUR AD TO APPEAR IN ANRC MAC Remember takes less 2 minutes place ad -g $175 per minute RSO lNCWmtemlhll Allanta CA 34J49456 Carrier events similar used Precision Aerobatics Since PAMPA Precision Aerobatics Model Pilot Association originated concept skill classes Precision Aerobatics event participation event has grown membership PAMPA Old Time Stunt now Nostalgia Stunt have sprung up giving Stunt fliers opportunities compete contest providing opportunity introduce new modelers reintroduce old ones competing AMA Precision Aerobatics event Performance classes allow contestants compete against modelers similar ability Classes allow skilled modeler prefers competing lower level intensity use older less expensive equipment Entry level modelers can use equipment appropriate advanced competition developing skills lower scoring classes Performance classes allow anyone opportunity compete trophy allow newcomers event compete trophy develop abilities Classes allow modelers fly Carrier camaraderie competition receive remembrance days flying trophy perform well Performance becomes quest personal bests within personal standards effort beat another modeler man-against-man competition reserved top class enjoy key issues performance classification whether class divisions should formally informally established RC Pattern events method scoring advancement firmly established AMA CL Precision Aerobatics PAMPA has established framework classes division points among classes advancement between classes have defined Individuals select class will compete given day peer pressure means enforcement Only National Aeromodeling Championships does PAMPA maintain records ensure previous Advanced winner competes Expert class future national competitions PAMPA model closely aligned existing Sportsman Carrier concept Navy Carrier Society formal division classes method advancing established question immediately surfaces whether classes should established absolute relative performance event such Navy Carrier performance determined much stop watch officials judgement absolute performance valid method dividing classes Gasoline fueled Produces 3 foot flame will power planes up 228 mph Designed FUN EASY build home shop about 8 hours using materials already have such aerosol spray can combustion chamber Only simple hand tools needed Both high performance jet engines FUN EASY build STEP BY STEP DETAILED FULL SIZE plan sets complete fuel ignition systems JOIN THE JET AGE sending $995 3hp plan set $1295 7hp plan set both sets $2000 JET ENGINE TECHNOLOGIES 10241 Ridgewood El Paso Texas 79925 132 Model Aviation CL Navy Carrier/Perry Continued page 131 3 7 HP PULSE JET ENGINES AVAILABLE Division points may appropriate location may appropriate another however weather can influence points attainable given day competition making division based absolute performance less absolute terms actual results achieved Relative performance RC Pattern specifies advancement based contestants placing number other modelers event Variances such weather official judgement local competitive attitudes abilities eliminated contestants category established area may valid another formal method advancement implies method keeping records RC Pattern AMA establishes method provides forms no central record maintainedindividuals responsible own record keeping Carrier formal division classes could maintained Navy Carrier Society NCS would possible NCS publish periodic listing classes its members Contest results reported NCS could used update class rosters Non-members would probably compete Open/Expert category Such system seems too restrictive doesnt allow local preferences deviating nationally established procedures also requires dedicated volunteer maintain system Such volunteer gets little opportunity enjoy hobby supports topic being discussed Navy Carrier Society read youd like participate process sure NCS membership up date Navy Carrier Society Navy Carrier Society special interest group recognized AMA CL Navy Carrier NCS provides forum sharing information about Carrier flying competition NCS establishes listing top performers class throughout year recommends rules supplementary events classifications such Sportsman Carrier encourage standardization throughout country NCS responsible providing officials CL Navy Carrier National Aeromodeling Championships addition sponsors unofficial Carrier events such Sportsman Carrier Nationals NCS holds its national meeting AMA Nationals year recognizes outstanding CL Navy Carrier competitor Nationals Eugene Ely Award Society also presents Rookie Year Award first-time Nationals entrant exhibits outstanding competitive spirit sportsmanship cooperation during Nationals NCS newsletter Hi-Low Landing has just come under very capable editorial supervision Michael Pugh Mike publishing Hi-Low Landing new format 1992 first issue indication will making already good publication better Joining NCS easy Annual dues $1000 should sent Bill Bischoff 7550 Christie Lane Dallas Texas 75249 Dont miss out action 1992 port & Scale/Warner Continued page 83 CO2 engines frisket decal paper colored nitrate dope other etched metal parts latest catalog available $200 Flying T Model Co 2862 Avenal St Los Angeles CA 90039 Tel 213/662-9323 Rubber lube nineties know important keep air sunlight dirt away rubber motors However great deal disagreement what constitutes good rubber lube old-fashioned castor-oil rubdown mixture boiled glycerin green soap giving way modern preparations Bobby Haight uses product called Son Gun STP readily available auto parts stores seems provide decent lubrication mess older goo hear tends dry out requires re-application regular intervals Harder find according Dave Smith Phoenix-based Cactus Squadron best lube galaxy Dow Cornings Continued page 134 April 1992 133
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/04
Page Numbers: 75, 131, 132, 133
MUSEUM GUIDE new book published last year looks though would good addition modelers library book Kitty Hawk NASA Guide US Air & Space Museums anti Exhibits Michael Morlan book published Bon Tirer Publishing should available order book store already shelves publisher can reached 913/236-4828 cant find book store willing order book compilation descriptions holdings locations interesting facts about 135 museums United States feature aviation space exhibits listings include far simply famous museums fact some really obscure places listed would expect find airplanes book has photos black white should valuable tool planning vacations side trips business travel next trip make out-of-town contest could also come handy researching next Carrier Scale project 304-page paperback sells $1595 Southwest Regionals Drop Class I/IT saddened read Southwest Regionals Tucson Arizona 18-19 January CL events did include Class II year Participation past Regionals has declined events no longer economically feasible include SW Regionals did include Profile Carrier 15 Carrier LoTech event described last year As have said before key having abundant opportunities fly Navy Carrier support contests sponsor events am amazed people would build airplane new event likely disappear continue rather spend same amount time effort building model standard competition event Thats support Sportsman Carrier concept sponsored Navy Carrier Society Sportsman Carrier allows person start flying Profile Carrier contests using equipment can readily adapted regular Profile Carrier competition ready person has said current technique flying low speed discouraging people flying Carrier Its true hanging prop usual Sunday fliers repertoire line sliders dont appear sport planes fliers bring field doesnt mean either presents difficult challenge tremendous growth Carrier flying Texas over past few years evidence Carrier flying can appeal lots people Texas success attributable two critical elements First Carrier visible Modelers bring Carrier models field weekends fly numerous CL contests Carrier featured Second Carrier accessible Carrier trainer available field Sundays contests same profile MO-i April 1992 75 LX Navy Carrier Dick Perry 6739 Stonecutter Dr Burke VA 22015 Abstract This months installment includes description new book aviation museums discussion encouraging Carrier participation some thoughts pros cons performance classes Carrier Information Navy Carrier Society join included Class Grumman F5-l- Hellcat nanaiwork Roy Fellows Augusta KS could benefit performance classes Roy prefers realism competition Leon Ryktarsyk built model Brewster XSBA-1 Construction features details will June issue MA Continued page 131 Paul Kegel Fargo North Dakota launches Profile P-51 son Jason AMA Nationals L Jason won Senior age category model based Sterling kit Power Testors Mccoy 35 APC 9 x 8 prop Profile MO-Is such flown Terry Kirby standard airplanes used introduce new modelers Navy Carrier flying Dallas-Fort Worth area Tail Size/McCombs Continued page 54 Summary 1 For duration best flying ability PP model best size vertical tail just slightly larger needed prevent Dutch roll found flight tests 2 Too large tail will cause spiral instability troubles reduced duration capability model will very sensitive small changes turning trim including warps 3 Too small tail will cause Dutch roll tail-swinging trouble will become violent causing crash tail much too small flight will relatively insensitive turning trim changes 4 The steeper steady climb angle smaller tail must avoid spiral instability related troubles 5 Spiral instability Dutch roll cannot eliminated trim changes 6 Posher models cannot maintain very steep straight-up steady climb special gadgetry nor can jet-powered models 7 Dihedral no help during very steep climb lots desirable after steep climb ends 8 FF5 models must have some minimum total effective dihedral about 50 Outdoor models 40 Indoor ones 9 Total effective dihedral sum wing dihedral other effective dihedral 10 flying FFS model large tail will require additional wing dihedral avoid spiral instability loss duration 11 A floating hinged rudder has about same effect removing rudder portion gives smaller tail effect scale deviation helpful FFS Old-Timer EF models 12 Sport models generous dihedral can have much larger tails FFS FF Duration models small tail always better 13 Those persistent untrimmable turning banking troubles Rubber models during initial burst-of-power period caused too large vertical tail often wrongly blamed torque 14 effects can easily demonstrated simple all-balsa stick-fuselage Rubber model good club project As mentioned Part two recommended volumes providing additional information about trim stability well about numerous other topics Flying Imp roving Scale Model Airplanes published Air Age now out print Making Scale Model Airplanes Fly Revised Edition available $1395 postpaid Aircraft Data Box 763576 Dallas TX 75224 CL Navy CarrierlPerry Continued page 75 local modelers fly competition Potential newcomers Carrier can try trainer see easy fly like other Carrier fliers can build model just like trainer kits put together clubs can fly model successfully competition can buy hardware need local hobby shops Carrier modelers talk about event willingly help newcomers start out quite few modelers followed same path Carrier outlined above As result lots very similar MO-is competition Texas variety starting surface among have flying Carrier key Texas success little work part few people Theyve paid back better competition growth Carrier activity ball being picked up newer fliers growth becoming self-sustaining Its great story Ill bet its repeatable just about area Performance Classes Sportsman Carrier concept has started people thinking about performance classes Navy Continued page 132 April 1992 131 RC TRADER LINETM New & used RC items calling & selecting category shown below may place ad listen ads category choice Pressing keys touch tone phone directed menus will allow place ad listen ads Ads released active database within 4 hours Thank support WHY WAIT 2 MONTHS FOR YOUR AD TO APPEAR IN ANRC MAC Remember takes less 2 minutes place ad -g $175 per minute RSO lNCWmtemlhll Allanta CA 34J49456 Carrier events similar used Precision Aerobatics Since PAMPA Precision Aerobatics Model Pilot Association originated concept skill classes Precision Aerobatics event participation event has grown membership PAMPA Old Time Stunt now Nostalgia Stunt have sprung up giving Stunt fliers opportunities compete contest providing opportunity introduce new modelers reintroduce old ones competing AMA Precision Aerobatics event Performance classes allow contestants compete against modelers similar ability Classes allow skilled modeler prefers competing lower level intensity use older less expensive equipment Entry level modelers can use equipment appropriate advanced competition developing skills lower scoring classes Performance classes allow anyone opportunity compete trophy allow newcomers event compete trophy develop abilities Classes allow modelers fly Carrier camaraderie competition receive remembrance days flying trophy perform well Performance becomes quest personal bests within personal standards effort beat another modeler man-against-man competition reserved top class enjoy key issues performance classification whether class divisions should formally informally established RC Pattern events method scoring advancement firmly established AMA CL Precision Aerobatics PAMPA has established framework classes division points among classes advancement between classes have defined Individuals select class will compete given day peer pressure means enforcement Only National Aeromodeling Championships does PAMPA maintain records ensure previous Advanced winner competes Expert class future national competitions PAMPA model closely aligned existing Sportsman Carrier concept Navy Carrier Society formal division classes method advancing established question immediately surfaces whether classes should established absolute relative performance event such Navy Carrier performance determined much stop watch officials judgement absolute performance valid method dividing classes Gasoline fueled Produces 3 foot flame will power planes up 228 mph Designed FUN EASY build home shop about 8 hours using materials already have such aerosol spray can combustion chamber Only simple hand tools needed Both high performance jet engines FUN EASY build STEP BY STEP DETAILED FULL SIZE plan sets complete fuel ignition systems JOIN THE JET AGE sending $995 3hp plan set $1295 7hp plan set both sets $2000 JET ENGINE TECHNOLOGIES 10241 Ridgewood El Paso Texas 79925 132 Model Aviation CL Navy Carrier/Perry Continued page 131 3 7 HP PULSE JET ENGINES AVAILABLE Division points may appropriate location may appropriate another however weather can influence points attainable given day competition making division based absolute performance less absolute terms actual results achieved Relative performance RC Pattern specifies advancement based contestants placing number other modelers event Variances such weather official judgement local competitive attitudes abilities eliminated contestants category established area may valid another formal method advancement implies method keeping records RC Pattern AMA establishes method provides forms no central record maintainedindividuals responsible own record keeping Carrier formal division classes could maintained Navy Carrier Society NCS would possible NCS publish periodic listing classes its members Contest results reported NCS could used update class rosters Non-members would probably compete Open/Expert category Such system seems too restrictive doesnt allow local preferences deviating nationally established procedures also requires dedicated volunteer maintain system Such volunteer gets little opportunity enjoy hobby supports topic being discussed Navy Carrier Society read youd like participate process sure NCS membership up date Navy Carrier Society Navy Carrier Society special interest group recognized AMA CL Navy Carrier NCS provides forum sharing information about Carrier flying competition NCS establishes listing top performers class throughout year recommends rules supplementary events classifications such Sportsman Carrier encourage standardization throughout country NCS responsible providing officials CL Navy Carrier National Aeromodeling Championships addition sponsors unofficial Carrier events such Sportsman Carrier Nationals NCS holds its national meeting AMA Nationals year recognizes outstanding CL Navy Carrier competitor Nationals Eugene Ely Award Society also presents Rookie Year Award first-time Nationals entrant exhibits outstanding competitive spirit sportsmanship cooperation during Nationals NCS newsletter Hi-Low Landing has just come under very capable editorial supervision Michael Pugh Mike publishing Hi-Low Landing new format 1992 first issue indication will making already good publication better Joining NCS easy Annual dues $1000 should sent Bill Bischoff 7550 Christie Lane Dallas Texas 75249 Dont miss out action 1992 port & Scale/Warner Continued page 83 CO2 engines frisket decal paper colored nitrate dope other etched metal parts latest catalog available $200 Flying T Model Co 2862 Avenal St Los Angeles CA 90039 Tel 213/662-9323 Rubber lube nineties know important keep air sunlight dirt away rubber motors However great deal disagreement what constitutes good rubber lube old-fashioned castor-oil rubdown mixture boiled glycerin green soap giving way modern preparations Bobby Haight uses product called Son Gun STP readily available auto parts stores seems provide decent lubrication mess older goo hear tends dry out requires re-application regular intervals Harder find according Dave Smith Phoenix-based Cactus Squadron best lube galaxy Dow Cornings Continued page 134 April 1992 133