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Control Line: Racing

Author: S. Willoughby


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/05
Page Numbers: 124, 125, 126

CONTROL LINE RACING FOX RACING AT THE NATS attempt encourage participation Control Line Racing newcomers beginners National CL Racing Association has arranged run Sport Racing supplemental event 1996 Nationals Muncie intent provide event ubiquitous basic 35size profile airplane modelers fly have flown CL already have could easily build acquire pertinent rules NCLRA Fox Racing Airplane Any past present 35-size profile kit airplane minimum wing area 300 square inches minimum wing thickness inch except last two inches before wingtip Bring documentation obscure kits Inboard cheek cowls monowheel landing gear permitted Airplane must ROG Rise Off Ground Engine Stock plain-bearing Fox 35 permitted alterations replacement needle-valve assembly engine bolts No metal may removed added engine Claim-it rule apply equal manufacturers suggested retail price new Fox 35 Props Only commercially available 9 x 6 9 x 7 wood plastic propellers allowed Lines 60 feet 6 inches 015 minimum diameter multi-strand Pull test 35 pounds Fuel system Two-ounce tank suggested no restriction No pressure feed allowed except vents may directed air stream Fuel must enter tank through 1/ tubing Races 100 laps three-up two mandatory refueling stops Prohibited equipment Shutoffs fast-fills hot-fingers/thumbs Spirit event Event Director may disqualify entrant opinion does conform spirit event As can see rules represent serious attempt keep playing field level placate what chance have got brigade See circle July 9 Birds eye view field layout required run three-event contest Mouse Scale Race F2C Team Race See text Field Layout run contest book Mouse Scale Racing need mark out total six concentric circlesadd F2C Team Race will need two quite chore flying site parking lot have chalk out lines morning contest concentric lines can bewildering contestants circles center particularly confusing pilotin heat race he/she must choose among three lines go out pit Marking circles different colors helps still easy make mistake recent F2C Team Trials Muncie saw least pilot come out way AMA pitting line disqualified Fortunately pit man paying attention light enough feet get out way really need circles think 10-foot-diameter AMA pilots circle should 124 Model Aviation US F2C Team Race team L-R Ballard/Lambert McCollumILee Ascher/L Ascher Dave McDonald photo AMA PILOTS CIRCLE OUTER CIRCLE } MOUSE RACE SCALE RACE OUTER CIRCLE EM CENTER SPOT CENTER CIRCLE FLIGHT CIRCLE authors Lii Quickie Scale Racer has fat cheek cowl well rounded edges big wing fillets small wheels eliminated replaced FAI center spot center spot 30-footdiameter AMA pitting circle pilots require think should eliminate inner circle require pit men stay outside outer circle except expressed consent Event Director Pilots would required remain within pitting circle until pit man caught model after could pit foot outside would bring AMA field layout flying rules line FAI system works well would need mark out five circles hypothetical contest further step would convert entirely FAL system standardize center circle six meters about 19 1/2 feet diameter Yes know big fans metric system over have admit certainly would simplify layout Fifteen feet out long way would need mark out four circles three-event contestnot eight Fast Rat pitmen other hand might prefer keep extra five-feet distance action Lets hear thoughts subject Profile Design Profile Racing events originally conceived entry level events utilizing flat-plate fuselage exposed side-mounted engine basis considerably easier construct built-up fuselage fully cowled engine Well times have changedparticularly Scale Racing basic Profile rules still met built-up fuselages internal pushrod/elevator horn broad inboard cheek cowls tank quick-fill fairings large wing tail fillets becoming norm B&M MODEL CO 290W 1050 N LAYroN ur 84041 PHONE 8015445689 Call 5end 5300 Color Brochure 13cOCrda nOnier ADD $1395 SHIPPING/HANDLING LIT RES ADD 625% TAX SWOOSHIEtm BAILS OUT Release scale-like Parachutist real crowd pleaser lot fun Brilliant colors Fl orange F pink yellow red white blue gold Complete figure & release system $1895 eo Pius $325 S/H Model Fiviation peciai HerD White & Blue Red & Gold Combo $1895 325 S/H SEND ORDER TODAY TO HOBBY HUT MANUFACTURING 2020 W 21st St N SuIts #77 Wichita KS 67203-2107 Dept MflV send o SASE brochure Wasesor Warbirds 95 & Birds Prey $1995 EACH S&H SEND TO AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 BOX 1813 TOMS RIVER NJ 08754 Czech-MP JET 061 Plain Bearing Glow 5000 5500 0000 Ball Bearing Glow 650070007500 Ball Bearing Diesel 650070007500 Allengines include siieflcer Add $500 P&H per Order Visa & M/C OK 76eda dSdae4d&a Carison Engine Imports- 814 E Marconi Ave Phoenix Az USA 85022- Ph/Fax 602-863-1684 BrushIessDCMotors &Digata 1 Speed Controller Call 716-662-5651 Brochure & Onierfomi 155 Pu Call 1 -800-JOIN EAA 1-800-564-6322 put FUN flying Ii Experimental Aircraft Association PO BDX 3086 Oshkosh WI 54903-3086 August 1 August 7 May1996 125 SPECIP ILA lIONS Engiuc- 25 -402 cycle 40 48 4-Cycie Rodio 3- Channel Back earthquake 94. mail-order company has provided quality vinyl lettering models since 1987 Call write VINYLWRITE CUSTOM LETtERING tree intopack & sample Phone hrs 10 AM 4 PM Monday thru Thursday Pacific time 818-363-7131 16043 Tulsa St Granada Hills CA 91344 ff4zecft Motors 57 Hawthorne Dr. Orchard Pat* NY 14127 Build Full-Size Aircraft Fly Find out can build own kitplane ultralight aircraftthat pilot yours4fl Join EAA get EXPERIMENTER Magazine $28 Learn techniques composite wood metal tube fabric application Join local BAA Chapter take advantage programs like BAAs Flight Advisors Technical Counselors Information servicesespecially helpful first time builders BAA also offers comprehensive aviation finance insurance packages Fcrrpb1equaiuuesof 11 TEed model building call iiteorfiitforrfnecatnIo MICRO FASTENERS 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 800-892-6917 908-8064050 fax 908-788-2807 7Daves Custom Models 512 288-2055 Send 10205 Spring Circle $100 Austin Texas 78736 DC Flight Training Beginner advanced tailored individual long-time modeler full size airplane flight insbiic tor will make progress fun easy during week stay beautiful far western North Carolina Write call information BC light Training 03 7043894968 reason realization area swept propeller slipstream needs aerodynamically clean possible reduce power loss drag need has become critical propeller diameters have become smaller attain rpm levels modern engines develop maximum power Twenty years ago used seven-inchdiameter propellers prop currently use measures six inches rules prevent streamlining engine other 50% actually behind propeller needs faired rounded off possible Remember propwash does run straight back behind engine spirals down fuselage further distorted fact model skidding around circular path sharp edges fuselage leading edge canopy look fast definitely indicated theory Wing tail fillets large radius possible needed help direct avoid impeding airflow washes across well down fuselage wing leading edge should radiused rather sharp still have decided whether landing gear best made 146 sheet metal 1/ wire latter might well have less drag propwash know wheels should small possible popular colored polyurethane wheels 11/8 diameter ther should no problem using ls years Nats site Once again tires rounded cross-section probably better so-called streamlined tires summary round much better sharp far airframes concerned means slight increase frontal area could figure out way dimple fuselage like golf ball . Giants Help PromoteI n-Competitive Flying Large RIC Air Craft MAA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight I MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION NEW IJ RENEWAL Date19I Yeariy Dues$1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US ElsewhereI Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATIONAL MINIAlURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _________________________________________ Phone ___________________________ I Street _________________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box __________________ I ______________________________________________ City ______________________State/Province _________________Zip __________________ IMAA_______ AMA Number________ MAAC _______ Chapter_______ L MAIL TO IMAA Secretary DON E VINEYARD HilIdale Road na KS 67401 126 Model Aviation ED gnition Model Engines 1930s 1950s Elf Baby Cyclone Brown Jr Super Cyclone Ohlsson Hornet Dooling Etc Model Race Cars & Boats Parts Spark Plugs Etc Parts Available Most Ignition Engines Catalog $600 US $800 Intl Woody Bartelt 3706 N 33rd St Galesburg MI 49053 800-982-5464 616-665-9693 HAWKER TY1-HUUN US Epoxy Glass Fuselage cowl 92 Span Cores 28 lbsG62 R& Smooth Responve Essy Landing Content- Quabty Craftanuanhip Short ldt $32500 Full kit $45000 * 5&H 4-40x1/2 socket caps sell $435/i 00 alloy steel $865/i 00 stainless $7 50/50 aluminum wiwuElectric RTP 4-Imports BALLARDS r Supplies 4-Ducted FansOnly $2 4-ControllersRef undable rsWrte 4-PylonsSKONK WORKS s .1890 Forestdale Avenue 4-Plans KitsBeavercreek OH 45432

Author: S. Willoughby


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/05
Page Numbers: 124, 125, 126

CONTROL LINE RACING FOX RACING AT THE NATS attempt encourage participation Control Line Racing newcomers beginners National CL Racing Association has arranged run Sport Racing supplemental event 1996 Nationals Muncie intent provide event ubiquitous basic 35size profile airplane modelers fly have flown CL already have could easily build acquire pertinent rules NCLRA Fox Racing Airplane Any past present 35-size profile kit airplane minimum wing area 300 square inches minimum wing thickness inch except last two inches before wingtip Bring documentation obscure kits Inboard cheek cowls monowheel landing gear permitted Airplane must ROG Rise Off Ground Engine Stock plain-bearing Fox 35 permitted alterations replacement needle-valve assembly engine bolts No metal may removed added engine Claim-it rule apply equal manufacturers suggested retail price new Fox 35 Props Only commercially available 9 x 6 9 x 7 wood plastic propellers allowed Lines 60 feet 6 inches 015 minimum diameter multi-strand Pull test 35 pounds Fuel system Two-ounce tank suggested no restriction No pressure feed allowed except vents may directed air stream Fuel must enter tank through 1/ tubing Races 100 laps three-up two mandatory refueling stops Prohibited equipment Shutoffs fast-fills hot-fingers/thumbs Spirit event Event Director may disqualify entrant opinion does conform spirit event As can see rules represent serious attempt keep playing field level placate what chance have got brigade See circle July 9 Birds eye view field layout required run three-event contest Mouse Scale Race F2C Team Race See text Field Layout run contest book Mouse Scale Racing need mark out total six concentric circlesadd F2C Team Race will need two quite chore flying site parking lot have chalk out lines morning contest concentric lines can bewildering contestants circles center particularly confusing pilotin heat race he/she must choose among three lines go out pit Marking circles different colors helps still easy make mistake recent F2C Team Trials Muncie saw least pilot come out way AMA pitting line disqualified Fortunately pit man paying attention light enough feet get out way really need circles think 10-foot-diameter AMA pilots circle should 124 Model Aviation US F2C Team Race team L-R Ballard/Lambert McCollumILee Ascher/L Ascher Dave McDonald photo AMA PILOTS CIRCLE OUTER CIRCLE } MOUSE RACE SCALE RACE OUTER CIRCLE EM CENTER SPOT CENTER CIRCLE FLIGHT CIRCLE authors Lii Quickie Scale Racer has fat cheek cowl well rounded edges big wing fillets small wheels eliminated replaced FAI center spot center spot 30-footdiameter AMA pitting circle pilots require think should eliminate inner circle require pit men stay outside outer circle except expressed consent Event Director Pilots would required remain within pitting circle until pit man caught model after could pit foot outside would bring AMA field layout flying rules line FAI system works well would need mark out five circles hypothetical contest further step would convert entirely FAL system standardize center circle six meters about 19 1/2 feet diameter Yes know big fans metric system over have admit certainly would simplify layout Fifteen feet out long way would need mark out four circles three-event contestnot eight Fast Rat pitmen other hand might prefer keep extra five-feet distance action Lets hear thoughts subject Profile Design Profile Racing events originally conceived entry level events utilizing flat-plate fuselage exposed side-mounted engine basis considerably easier construct built-up fuselage fully cowled engine Well times have changedparticularly Scale Racing basic Profile rules still met built-up fuselages internal pushrod/elevator horn broad inboard cheek cowls tank quick-fill fairings large wing tail fillets becoming norm B&M MODEL CO 290W 1050 N LAYroN ur 84041 PHONE 8015445689 Call 5end 5300 Color Brochure 13cOCrda nOnier ADD $1395 SHIPPING/HANDLING LIT RES ADD 625% TAX SWOOSHIEtm BAILS OUT Release scale-like Parachutist real crowd pleaser lot fun Brilliant colors Fl orange F pink yellow red white blue gold Complete figure & release system $1895 eo Pius $325 S/H Model Fiviation peciai HerD White & Blue Red & Gold Combo $1895 325 S/H SEND ORDER TODAY TO HOBBY HUT MANUFACTURING 2020 W 21st St N SuIts #77 Wichita KS 67203-2107 Dept MflV send o SASE brochure Wasesor Warbirds 95 & Birds Prey $1995 EACH S&H SEND TO AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 BOX 1813 TOMS RIVER NJ 08754 Czech-MP JET 061 Plain Bearing Glow 5000 5500 0000 Ball Bearing Glow 650070007500 Ball Bearing Diesel 650070007500 Allengines include siieflcer Add $500 P&H per Order Visa & M/C OK 76eda dSdae4d&a Carison Engine Imports- 814 E Marconi Ave Phoenix Az USA 85022- Ph/Fax 602-863-1684 BrushIessDCMotors &Digata 1 Speed Controller Call 716-662-5651 Brochure & Onierfomi 155 Pu Call 1 -800-JOIN EAA 1-800-564-6322 put FUN flying Ii Experimental Aircraft Association PO BDX 3086 Oshkosh WI 54903-3086 August 1 August 7 May1996 125 SPECIP ILA lIONS Engiuc- 25 -402 cycle 40 48 4-Cycie Rodio 3- Channel Back earthquake 94. mail-order company has provided quality vinyl lettering models since 1987 Call write VINYLWRITE CUSTOM LETtERING tree intopack & sample Phone hrs 10 AM 4 PM Monday thru Thursday Pacific time 818-363-7131 16043 Tulsa St Granada Hills CA 91344 ff4zecft Motors 57 Hawthorne Dr. Orchard Pat* NY 14127 Build Full-Size Aircraft Fly Find out can build own kitplane ultralight aircraftthat pilot yours4fl Join EAA get EXPERIMENTER Magazine $28 Learn techniques composite wood metal tube fabric application Join local BAA Chapter take advantage programs like BAAs Flight Advisors Technical Counselors Information servicesespecially helpful first time builders BAA also offers comprehensive aviation finance insurance packages Fcrrpb1equaiuuesof 11 TEed model building call iiteorfiitforrfnecatnIo MICRO FASTENERS 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 800-892-6917 908-8064050 fax 908-788-2807 7Daves Custom Models 512 288-2055 Send 10205 Spring Circle $100 Austin Texas 78736 DC Flight Training Beginner advanced tailored individual long-time modeler full size airplane flight insbiic tor will make progress fun easy during week stay beautiful far western North Carolina Write call information BC light Training 03 7043894968 reason realization area swept propeller slipstream needs aerodynamically clean possible reduce power loss drag need has become critical propeller diameters have become smaller attain rpm levels modern engines develop maximum power Twenty years ago used seven-inchdiameter propellers prop currently use measures six inches rules prevent streamlining engine other 50% actually behind propeller needs faired rounded off possible Remember propwash does run straight back behind engine spirals down fuselage further distorted fact model skidding around circular path sharp edges fuselage leading edge canopy look fast definitely indicated theory Wing tail fillets large radius possible needed help direct avoid impeding airflow washes across well down fuselage wing leading edge should radiused rather sharp still have decided whether landing gear best made 146 sheet metal 1/ wire latter might well have less drag propwash know wheels should small possible popular colored polyurethane wheels 11/8 diameter ther should no problem using ls years Nats site Once again tires rounded cross-section probably better so-called streamlined tires summary round much better sharp far airframes concerned means slight increase frontal area could figure out way dimple fuselage like golf ball . Giants Help PromoteI n-Competitive Flying Large RIC Air Craft MAA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight I MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION NEW IJ RENEWAL Date19I Yeariy Dues$1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US ElsewhereI Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATIONAL MINIAlURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _________________________________________ Phone ___________________________ I Street _________________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box __________________ I ______________________________________________ City ______________________State/Province _________________Zip __________________ IMAA_______ AMA Number________ MAAC _______ Chapter_______ L MAIL TO IMAA Secretary DON E VINEYARD HilIdale Road na KS 67401 126 Model Aviation ED gnition Model Engines 1930s 1950s Elf Baby Cyclone Brown Jr Super Cyclone Ohlsson Hornet Dooling Etc Model Race Cars & Boats Parts Spark Plugs Etc Parts Available Most Ignition Engines Catalog $600 US $800 Intl Woody Bartelt 3706 N 33rd St Galesburg MI 49053 800-982-5464 616-665-9693 HAWKER TY1-HUUN US Epoxy Glass Fuselage cowl 92 Span Cores 28 lbsG62 R& Smooth Responve Essy Landing Content- Quabty Craftanuanhip Short ldt $32500 Full kit $45000 * 5&H 4-40x1/2 socket caps sell $435/i 00 alloy steel $865/i 00 stainless $7 50/50 aluminum wiwuElectric RTP 4-Imports BALLARDS r Supplies 4-Ducted FansOnly $2 4-ControllersRef undable rsWrte 4-PylonsSKONK WORKS s .1890 Forestdale Avenue 4-Plans KitsBeavercreek OH 45432

Author: S. Willoughby


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/05
Page Numbers: 124, 125, 126

CONTROL LINE RACING FOX RACING AT THE NATS attempt encourage participation Control Line Racing newcomers beginners National CL Racing Association has arranged run Sport Racing supplemental event 1996 Nationals Muncie intent provide event ubiquitous basic 35size profile airplane modelers fly have flown CL already have could easily build acquire pertinent rules NCLRA Fox Racing Airplane Any past present 35-size profile kit airplane minimum wing area 300 square inches minimum wing thickness inch except last two inches before wingtip Bring documentation obscure kits Inboard cheek cowls monowheel landing gear permitted Airplane must ROG Rise Off Ground Engine Stock plain-bearing Fox 35 permitted alterations replacement needle-valve assembly engine bolts No metal may removed added engine Claim-it rule apply equal manufacturers suggested retail price new Fox 35 Props Only commercially available 9 x 6 9 x 7 wood plastic propellers allowed Lines 60 feet 6 inches 015 minimum diameter multi-strand Pull test 35 pounds Fuel system Two-ounce tank suggested no restriction No pressure feed allowed except vents may directed air stream Fuel must enter tank through 1/ tubing Races 100 laps three-up two mandatory refueling stops Prohibited equipment Shutoffs fast-fills hot-fingers/thumbs Spirit event Event Director may disqualify entrant opinion does conform spirit event As can see rules represent serious attempt keep playing field level placate what chance have got brigade See circle July 9 Birds eye view field layout required run three-event contest Mouse Scale Race F2C Team Race See text Field Layout run contest book Mouse Scale Racing need mark out total six concentric circlesadd F2C Team Race will need two quite chore flying site parking lot have chalk out lines morning contest concentric lines can bewildering contestants circles center particularly confusing pilotin heat race he/she must choose among three lines go out pit Marking circles different colors helps still easy make mistake recent F2C Team Trials Muncie saw least pilot come out way AMA pitting line disqualified Fortunately pit man paying attention light enough feet get out way really need circles think 10-foot-diameter AMA pilots circle should 124 Model Aviation US F2C Team Race team L-R Ballard/Lambert McCollumILee Ascher/L Ascher Dave McDonald photo AMA PILOTS CIRCLE OUTER CIRCLE } MOUSE RACE SCALE RACE OUTER CIRCLE EM CENTER SPOT CENTER CIRCLE FLIGHT CIRCLE authors Lii Quickie Scale Racer has fat cheek cowl well rounded edges big wing fillets small wheels eliminated replaced FAI center spot center spot 30-footdiameter AMA pitting circle pilots require think should eliminate inner circle require pit men stay outside outer circle except expressed consent Event Director Pilots would required remain within pitting circle until pit man caught model after could pit foot outside would bring AMA field layout flying rules line FAI system works well would need mark out five circles hypothetical contest further step would convert entirely FAL system standardize center circle six meters about 19 1/2 feet diameter Yes know big fans metric system over have admit certainly would simplify layout Fifteen feet out long way would need mark out four circles three-event contestnot eight Fast Rat pitmen other hand might prefer keep extra five-feet distance action Lets hear thoughts subject Profile Design Profile Racing events originally conceived entry level events utilizing flat-plate fuselage exposed side-mounted engine basis considerably easier construct built-up fuselage fully cowled engine Well times have changedparticularly Scale Racing basic Profile rules still met built-up fuselages internal pushrod/elevator horn broad inboard cheek cowls tank quick-fill fairings large wing tail fillets becoming norm B&M MODEL CO 290W 1050 N LAYroN ur 84041 PHONE 8015445689 Call 5end 5300 Color Brochure 13cOCrda nOnier ADD $1395 SHIPPING/HANDLING LIT RES ADD 625% TAX SWOOSHIEtm BAILS OUT Release scale-like Parachutist real crowd pleaser lot fun Brilliant colors Fl orange F pink yellow red white blue gold Complete figure & release system $1895 eo Pius $325 S/H Model Fiviation peciai HerD White & Blue Red & Gold Combo $1895 325 S/H SEND ORDER TODAY TO HOBBY HUT MANUFACTURING 2020 W 21st St N SuIts #77 Wichita KS 67203-2107 Dept MflV send o SASE brochure Wasesor Warbirds 95 & Birds Prey $1995 EACH S&H SEND TO AMR PRODUCTIONS P0 BOX 1813 TOMS RIVER NJ 08754 Czech-MP JET 061 Plain Bearing Glow 5000 5500 0000 Ball Bearing Glow 650070007500 Ball Bearing Diesel 650070007500 Allengines include siieflcer Add $500 P&H per Order Visa & M/C OK 76eda dSdae4d&a Carison Engine Imports- 814 E Marconi Ave Phoenix Az USA 85022- Ph/Fax 602-863-1684 BrushIessDCMotors &Digata 1 Speed Controller Call 716-662-5651 Brochure & Onierfomi 155 Pu Call 1 -800-JOIN EAA 1-800-564-6322 put FUN flying Ii Experimental Aircraft Association PO BDX 3086 Oshkosh WI 54903-3086 August 1 August 7 May1996 125 SPECIP ILA lIONS Engiuc- 25 -402 cycle 40 48 4-Cycie Rodio 3- Channel Back earthquake 94. mail-order company has provided quality vinyl lettering models since 1987 Call write VINYLWRITE CUSTOM LETtERING tree intopack & sample Phone hrs 10 AM 4 PM Monday thru Thursday Pacific time 818-363-7131 16043 Tulsa St Granada Hills CA 91344 ff4zecft Motors 57 Hawthorne Dr. Orchard Pat* NY 14127 Build Full-Size Aircraft Fly Find out can build own kitplane ultralight aircraftthat pilot yours4fl Join EAA get EXPERIMENTER Magazine $28 Learn techniques composite wood metal tube fabric application Join local BAA Chapter take advantage programs like BAAs Flight Advisors Technical Counselors Information servicesespecially helpful first time builders BAA also offers comprehensive aviation finance insurance packages Fcrrpb1equaiuuesof 11 TEed model building call iiteorfiitforrfnecatnIo MICRO FASTENERS 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 800-892-6917 908-8064050 fax 908-788-2807 7Daves Custom Models 512 288-2055 Send 10205 Spring Circle $100 Austin Texas 78736 DC Flight Training Beginner advanced tailored individual long-time modeler full size airplane flight insbiic tor will make progress fun easy during week stay beautiful far western North Carolina Write call information BC light Training 03 7043894968 reason realization area swept propeller slipstream needs aerodynamically clean possible reduce power loss drag need has become critical propeller diameters have become smaller attain rpm levels modern engines develop maximum power Twenty years ago used seven-inchdiameter propellers prop currently use measures six inches rules prevent streamlining engine other 50% actually behind propeller needs faired rounded off possible Remember propwash does run straight back behind engine spirals down fuselage further distorted fact model skidding around circular path sharp edges fuselage leading edge canopy look fast definitely indicated theory Wing tail fillets large radius possible needed help direct avoid impeding airflow washes across well down fuselage wing leading edge should radiused rather sharp still have decided whether landing gear best made 146 sheet metal 1/ wire latter might well have less drag propwash know wheels should small possible popular colored polyurethane wheels 11/8 diameter ther should no problem using ls years Nats site Once again tires rounded cross-section probably better so-called streamlined tires summary round much better sharp far airframes concerned means slight increase frontal area could figure out way dimple fuselage like golf ball . Giants Help PromoteI n-Competitive Flying Large RIC Air Craft MAA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight I MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION NEW IJ RENEWAL Date19I Yeariy Dues$1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US ElsewhereI Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATIONAL MINIAlURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _________________________________________ Phone ___________________________ I Street _________________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box __________________ I ______________________________________________ City ______________________State/Province _________________Zip __________________ IMAA_______ AMA Number________ MAAC _______ Chapter_______ L MAIL TO IMAA Secretary DON E VINEYARD HilIdale Road na KS 67401 126 Model Aviation ED gnition Model Engines 1930s 1950s Elf Baby Cyclone Brown Jr Super Cyclone Ohlsson Hornet Dooling Etc Model Race Cars & Boats Parts Spark Plugs Etc Parts Available Most Ignition Engines Catalog $600 US $800 Intl Woody Bartelt 3706 N 33rd St Galesburg MI 49053 800-982-5464 616-665-9693 HAWKER TY1-HUUN US Epoxy Glass Fuselage cowl 92 Span Cores 28 lbsG62 R& Smooth Responve Essy Landing Content- Quabty Craftanuanhip Short ldt $32500 Full kit $45000 * 5&H 4-40x1/2 socket caps sell $435/i 00 alloy steel $865/i 00 stainless $7 50/50 aluminum wiwuElectric RTP 4-Imports BALLARDS r Supplies 4-Ducted FansOnly $2 4-ControllersRef undable rsWrte 4-PylonsSKONK WORKS s .1890 Forestdale Avenue 4-Plans KitsBeavercreek OH 45432

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