FACTS ABOUT FUEL #4 Whats shelf life fuel long will last easily second frequently asked question misinformation rampant answer really simple Kept tightly sealed model fuel will last almost indefinitely real enemy model fuel moisture air Methanol major ingredient fuel hygroscopic meaning absorbs moisture rapidity can happen startling Most us have spilled some fuel top flight box can have seen almost immediately turn cloudy What seeing methanol absorbing moisture wont mix oils causing milky appearance Remember fast happens very careful about leaving port entry fuel container tank first indication has happened inability get reliable idle idle usually followed flame-outs erratic running etc Sadly theres nothing can done reclaim fuel its gone Just careful next time FREE case POWERMASTER FUEL goes Todd Jackson W Monroe LA being first ask question detailed info write call booklet Facts About Fuel rieIii World Distributors P0 WERMASTER PO Box 650 Elgin TX 78621 512285-9595 Fax 512285-9400 Letters tc Editor some time during awful winter weather get Midwest review back issues Model Aviation came across article paid little attention first appeared Feather Merchant 72 Alfred Lehmberg February 1993 magazine What neat feature course am biased being member SAM [Society Antique Modelers] what caught eye enormous amount useful information piece quality writing fine photographs model plans construction detail decided once wanted build Feather Merchant did have few questions about design wrote Mr Lehmberg sent stamped return envelope What delight receive reply within week such nice information Mr Lehmberg gave telephone number called him thank him letter package splendid conversation learned much about model also about model aviation history also suggested source kit will purchase letter has another purpose other praise Mr Lehmberg What noticed looking over older issues Model Aviation among other things much better few years ago article far substantive features informative Yes type smaller art work perhaps glitzy magazine weight too began appreciate background features writings history model aviation hobby airplanes flying general have complaints some Model Aviation should focus model aviation Yes should generally case keep mind indeed making models airplanes airplanes utilize same principles flight physics reaching out beyond specific learn lot about flying machines learningeducation-is what hobby about realize have balance out kinds special interest groups respect others Giant Scale wife both delighted treatment given material submitted both thrilled play Hot Canary theme developed graphics Head-on photos models seldom used magazine articles reason almost omitted photo group submitted photo became centerpiece layout Some months back Letters Editor writer critical Model Aviation covers Recent covers looking very good months cover March 1996 borders being work art Frank W Beatty Granite City Illinois Airship Back late 1930s early 1940s neighborhood Nashville Tennessee school children observed what would describe toy air rigid airship carried overhead very light air currents would appear evening alr currents almost calm drift just over trees few occasions succeeded retrieving however did have foresight preserve Attempts locate source successful airship constructed very light wire tissue similar small dimestore rubber-powered airplanes same period air bag shape rectangular parachute canopy glued wire structure wire struts extending down gondola contained small candle have read heard type airship similar since time am very interested hearing anyone knowledge hands-on experience type airship similar have described Neil M Turney 533 Anchorage Dr North Palm Beach FL 33408 Neil until can locate source old airship check out Bill Warners alternative Dirigible Project June 1996 issue Continued page 142 6 Model Aviation Views MAPattern please keep us old-timers mind keep up good work Mitchell Heller Glenview Illinois Ca Hook Mfg New Home ot Florlo Flyer Nifty50$7995 BigNifty$23995 Flyer40$9995 Flyer60$10995 Stunt Wagon. $8495 Black Jack$6495 Cap Hook Mfg 325 W Long Ave DuBois PA 15801 814 375-Hook 4665 E-Mail caphookkey-net net SWOOSHIEtm BAILS OUT Release scale-like Parachutist real crowd pleaser lot fun Brilliant colorsi Fl orange Fl pink yellow red white blue gold Complete figure & release system $1895 eo plus $325 S/H Model fivlation Special fted White So Blue Red & Gold Combol $1895 325 S/Hl SEND ORDER TODAY TO HOBBY HUT MANUFACTURING 2020 W fist St N Suits #77 Wichita KS 67203-2107 Dept MAV send SASE brochure 142 Model Aviation 4Letters Continued page 6 Mystery Model Enclosed photo took Team Racer model airplane think would good mystery plane magazine brother built plane probably 40 years ago believe may have appeared Air Trails magazine current model magazine time model Team Racer U-Control believe powered McCoy 29 36 time body model carved two large balsa blocks hollowed out may have numeral 4 side body seems rather unique model design am curious anyone would recognize able identify Also wonder solely model design existed real airplane free keep publish photo magazine would curious comments Duane Moberg East Moline Illinois Wrong Way After reading letters submitted over past months people wishing learn fly RC airplanes have found club some its members unfriendly would like offer following may account perception As example letter March 1996 issue submitted enthusiast California writer described experiences first step go hobby shop purchase kit go home build returned hobby shop have inspect prior first flight showed up field expected someone spend time required teach him fly wrong way get started RC first step should have seek out local club meet members attend meetings Introduce yourself club president can introduce rest members Explain interested flying need help getting started should look suggestions purchasing first airplane associated equipment Most hobby dealers can recommend equipment needed get started club may have special requirements must met maximum noise levels etc hobby shop may aware second step get involved Drive local flying site observe what absolute minimum will strip grass has mowed use runway club has enough members willing put lot hard work may see nice parking area tables prep airplanes flight shelter get out sun club has enough finances paved runway facility no matter elaborate requires lots work build maintain Member dues provide some financing provide facilities feel club interested collecting dues must have dues exist must contribute expect use facilities Before newcomer thinks bringing new airplane field have someone teach him fly should get involved offering help grass mowing field maintenance painting etc sincere contributing time energy maintaining improving club its facilities have no doubt will find other members willing help him learn fly Clubs must have new members continue exist Keep mind though looking new members willing help just pay dues use club facility own enjoyment Continued page 189 Rubber ft Engine Power Free Flight Display Control Line Electric Power RIC Airplanes Peom Valley Hobby Center 837-A W Main St Lansdale PA 19446 215- 3680770 Electric RTP -lmports BALLAROS1996 Catalog r Supplies aacted Fans Refundable Controtlers MotowWrile Pyions11927 SKONK WORKS s 11890 Forestdaie Avenue s KitsBeaneroreek OH 45432 Cowl 5Id, 5h.7ed 51 $365OIoo Sh.d Kil $495 ULTIMATESPORT RC 235 East Asisiand/PO tax 727/Soda Springs Idaho $3276 Jb51151 10-309 III1-208-547-3742FolFo,h lob Sod SASS Letters Continued page 142 show up sunny days fly plane go home offering help out guaranteed find club unfriendly As learning fly club has members designated instructors will want inspect plane sure built properly can flown safely hobby shop may reluctant point out mistakes may discourage limit further sales Besides hobby shop will flying plane also helpful have instructor experienced member inspect airplane during construction certain construction mistakes hidden during final assembly Stop think about responsibility placing instructor has never seen before meeting field asking him assume responsibility flying strangers airplane representing investment least several hundred dollars wing joint some other structure component fails flight can accept responsibility just blame instructor crash occurs can repair plane continue learning will get discouraged give up Most people must spend hours learning help instructor should give up valuable flying time help you may see through solo instructor will judging determination sport whether mowing grass painting tables learning during first flights just show up field airplane hand expecting learn fly first day out may seem unfriendly also member club unique personality will always few members unfriendly disagreeable whatever can choose ignore people take time get know Chances have involved sport years can provide invaluable assistance advice other hand must enough other friendly helpful types also club will soon cease exist Bob Blase Grand Rapids Minnesota Pinto letter compliment excellent presentation Mohawk Pinto plan April 1996 Model Aviation hope will able continue quality especially case Scale models John E Vorhees Sidney Ohio July1996 189 Special Group Rate Through July 1 1996 plans 810-812 available special group rate three plans $15 plus postage Individual plans may ordered regular prices 813Soft Touch$2250 Winter/Hunton Giant K&B 100 spans 95 inches 3 sheets 814XB-35$2250 RC Electric flying wing weighs 46 ounces spans 641/2 inches 2sheets No 138 Fteeelen Stoohr AC Poole model 23-45 5-channel has th 01010 end iiape C No 169 Dennyptene AC cersion towed cobb orodel kit front 1037 1 9-25C No262 Creoheneeter CL crosh-proof trainer Two siaesf 5-30 end 35140 powerA No 392 Mini F-IN AC Sarpolos 049 docted ion sport flier 2 ohonnel 60100 winge toil end teseloge stroctoreB No3101930 Fleet Biplane AC Sport Soon 35-40 power 4-otrennel Spono 50 sowle 2 p1w sheets0 No 447 l/2A Mien Aetedna AC Old Timer 100 Tenoco Orodol 049910w 2 chOnnolsC No 591 Gee Bee Model Y AC Golden Age Aocer Spens 72-in rin soot 0 60 power 3 plan sheetsE No702 Heleket NE 18 FF Poole model 1924 Georron nronoplane HiLine Mini-6 geared electric wofon Spans2g inA No714 Mod Desk AC oser-friendip Sport flier relaoed 010w flight Berets low slow teoneovers 2530 power Spoon 60102 plan sireeto.. 0 No 720 Mtnateetan FF Frank Zaics popolor OllttOlsOcOoored robber-powered wodel taken front PopolarSciarrce Jone 1041 Spoon 20 in A No7331941 Tapieroraft AC qooder-soole deei9n onptores oniqee Oping qoolities foll-soelaTaylororaft 109-mob open 2 plan abeamE No739 Jecater AC Poilpiona boo looks pedoerrance 1221000 open inolodes foil onnotroctien test30100 shootsF No759 Beebe F4B-2r AC Spot Poole biplone opens 68 inohes weighs 10 15 lb 2 eheeteF No 799 ArtIha OF hand-held satapoh glider Op Jean AndrewsA No 763 Mice America Claes Tesano newion ooeo f 0 diesel power No 760 Perky Tee Dee S-powered AC wedel spons 20 noOns No 760 Gi pep Moth AC Sport Poole biplane opens 50 inobes Ne 779 Aeredacipt Sooned-step FF robber model spans 15 r/ inches No 779 Leepie ieee 1 OSOs-era AC Sport wodel 10 two-stroke power opens 54 inches No791 AenOes Defend AC Poole tar 40-45 foerstntke spons 70 noSes 2000010 No 782 Kanardece AC hioctdc onnerd Op 40140 Poll spons 60 inches No702 Hotebeg 609 CL Stunt 51 power Op Bob Baron spans 53 noOns Ne 794 Filcher Witsor/Honfon AC biplane fer 65 power spans 60 noSes 2 sheets No799 Nertttere Li9ht FF FiJ Aegostos opens 53r0 inches No759 Ceeena 199-ES Pleoldo soiiplane 55 power spons 6210000s No 790 Vindisote AC spaddainer Op dint Hooght TO 09 power opens OPinohas No781 919199 Anoord-setting Class BOF Op Neon Poll spons 72 inohes Ne 792 Afesander Ballet AC Poole Op Philip Kent spons 62112 lonhes 2 sheets No793 Delilah Two 0200 power AC fiping boat 39-inch open No759 Prasie CL Stunt Op Tow 01000 0110 sidentsooted engine spans 50 looSes No780 Biae Ridge Comet AC sped wodel Old-Tinter appeoreoce spons 02 inobes No759 Shillelagh AC Club Aecen oses 100w boord onostroction spans 51 noSes No787 Dpke Delta PP Aebber Poole oewion 10010105 howobailt spons 37 hoSes No788 Pt Gene0o powary trainer 042 power sport 59 indmes 2 shoots Ne 799 RC 9008011 Unosale wood tar 20-2555Os9OioOO sfwrws3nedrns No 959 Hero 40 Toin-hoow PC pesbnrspaos 55-h soOns Ne 901 Hanger 13 Troaco PP opoos 49 echos No85208G ConownoSee nanand OPofenO honlen spoon 04 noOns Ne 803 Hot Caeerp CL Poole tar Mao 33 Froob BeaSy spoon 281s inches No804 Mohawk Pinto AC Poole Mikolosko Ion Electric two-strokes spans 04 inchesi No590Tesee Zephyr PP r55-pfj Op Isoociw spons 5gr5 leohes No BitSTel Filter AC soilpiano Op Chdstensen eon loanobod tbroe weps open 77 inohas No 007ARCOD Defender Class AC Poole Duration Op Mothews opens 70100500 Ne 699LassO Break Bipe Sport bipione f 5-20 twestrokos spens 36 inches 90959120080082 CL Profile Ponielptunt 45-00 two-strokes sports 56 inches Ne 910indisetor tw AC trainer osos welded foam wing sports 45 lOohas No81198-70 All-sheet CL Soiner/oport wodel Ion rood-salse 0400 spens 20 inches Ne 012Potato Mes Stordp rhA PP trainer epens 36 inches size plan list available Complete listing plans previously published magazine through no- 789 may obtained free charge writing enclose 550 stamped poe-addressed #10 business size letter envelope Mode/Aviation 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Price Key $375 B C $1125D 0Eon $2250 Circle numbers plans wish order best handling please include requests payment some other service plans order order phone call 317 287-1256 order fax complete send form fax number 317 289-4248 790 791 792 793 794 795 796 797 798 799 Domestic customers please include $300 shippingand handling Add $300 have plans mailed tube Please No COD Orders Make check money order payable US funds drawn US bank ModelAviation AMA 5151 East Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Please allow 3 6 weeks delivery ENCLOSED $ ___________ k Money Order erCardNisa CARDNO ATE NAME __________________________________ AMA No______________ STREET CITYSTATE ____ ZIP ___________________ Customers outside US add $300 additional shipping handling per plan Tech Items As member AMA three years have enjoyed reading magazine just outstanding criticism copy would like see articles about model covering use tune pipes other technical items too numerous mention reports competition meets good somewhere between think good technical article what modelers want Dont get wrong like magazine could informative Bill DeRita Providence Rhode Island Superstitions plane superstitions may different can never make plane pretty like some fellows Mine must get hangar rash Holes punched wings tails few broken leading edges etc before trim out Have tried years beat odds no avail Consequently covered solid colors easy wife see Muncie sky about trim counting wing numbers lost tag occasional American flag reflective sheets Enjoy workhave fun Roy Stewart Princeton Indiana Likes Duck would like take time express thanks contributing article writers Mr Tom Chipley would like others know purchased kits Mud Duck company Mud Duck Aviation kit nothing short first-rateboth quality materials well-planned packaging received materials great condition thank would hesitate recommend doing business Mr Chipley because treats customers deserve have called upon Tom few times has always returned phone calls answered questions great know people out business know what people want want treated hope other modelers out contemplating purchasing Mud Duck kit Tom will very pleasantly surprised Keep up good work Tom Ron & Jese Downs Leesport Pennsylvania Tri-Flite What beautiful photo Art Christensen article page 24 [April 1996 issue] Gorgeous plane against gorgeous sky Expresses well beauty Soaring flight Deserved cover photo David P Anderson Burnsville Minnesota Flying Site Information think booklet places fly throughout US suggested Brock Reeve April 1996 Model Aviation outstanding idea other hobby camping traveling would great able fly club located area visit Whether compiled Model Aviation published enterprising individual booklet like far future So Id like thank Don Krafft listing AMA chartered clubs District monthly report other Vice Presidents follow Dons example traveling AMA modelers can begin visiting flying other clubs year Wayne Wilson Rochester New York personal computers might also want check out flying site information contained Model Aviation section Aviation Forum America Online BILL EFFINGER SAYS new Goshawkaanss Ore 00100900 011/4 Poole 1920 PorsoP Pian-N-Poffern models Interested other models ory oorrrplere line piense send br roy newest brochure I/i Scale CURTIS GOSHAWK FIIC-2 94 1/2 wing soon sqinoAngoreo 0 OlD engine PC bw/ORC verall LengTh 9OQ$-24$2490 CESSNA 170 1/3oole144 o gpo 5020-5 $3495 1/6cole72 g pa 9060-5490 AERONCA c 3 WI1/3cole144 g 00 NERC3$-7$2990 lI6soole72sor000 9060-7$1495 PIPER CUB J-3 1/3oole l4lsoing span -2$2995 MONOCOUPE 90A 1/2 scale 12 11$soole7700 PIPER TRI-PACER lI3sooOr 110o4ngspan 0030-3$2990 1/Osoale 70 04095900 $-3$1990 FAIRCHILD 24 1/6 scale /2 wing 5900 9060-4$1490 1/3 scale 1/2 wing span 9030-6$3490 GRUMMAN WIDGEON /osoalegOgspo 104059 01 goea RCO$-02995 190 Model Aviation oaled odlal version elrsnith arresting geor Flown Leoio. 70 $aratog& canie, pilots destined lobe Nanys aslation leaden 949411
Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/07
Page Numbers: 6, 142, 189, 190
Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/07
Page Numbers: 6, 142, 189, 190
FACTS ABOUT FUEL #4 Whats shelf life fuel long will last easily second frequently asked question misinformation rampant answer really simple Kept tightly sealed model fuel will last almost indefinitely real enemy model fuel moisture air Methanol major ingredient fuel hygroscopic meaning absorbs moisture rapidity can happen startling Most us have spilled some fuel top flight box can have seen almost immediately turn cloudy What seeing methanol absorbing moisture wont mix oils causing milky appearance Remember fast happens very careful about leaving port entry fuel container tank first indication has happened inability get reliable idle idle usually followed flame-outs erratic running etc Sadly theres nothing can done reclaim fuel its gone Just careful next time FREE case POWERMASTER FUEL goes Todd Jackson W Monroe LA being first ask question detailed info write call booklet Facts About Fuel rieIii World Distributors P0 WERMASTER PO Box 650 Elgin TX 78621 512285-9595 Fax 512285-9400 Letters tc Editor some time during awful winter weather get Midwest review back issues Model Aviation came across article paid little attention first appeared Feather Merchant 72 Alfred Lehmberg February 1993 magazine What neat feature course am biased being member SAM [Society Antique Modelers] what caught eye enormous amount useful information piece quality writing fine photographs model plans construction detail decided once wanted build Feather Merchant did have few questions about design wrote Mr Lehmberg sent stamped return envelope What delight receive reply within week such nice information Mr Lehmberg gave telephone number called him thank him letter package splendid conversation learned much about model also about model aviation history also suggested source kit will purchase letter has another purpose other praise Mr Lehmberg What noticed looking over older issues Model Aviation among other things much better few years ago article far substantive features informative Yes type smaller art work perhaps glitzy magazine weight too began appreciate background features writings history model aviation hobby airplanes flying general have complaints some Model Aviation should focus model aviation Yes should generally case keep mind indeed making models airplanes airplanes utilize same principles flight physics reaching out beyond specific learn lot about flying machines learningeducation-is what hobby about realize have balance out kinds special interest groups respect others Giant Scale wife both delighted treatment given material submitted both thrilled play Hot Canary theme developed graphics Head-on photos models seldom used magazine articles reason almost omitted photo group submitted photo became centerpiece layout Some months back Letters Editor writer critical Model Aviation covers Recent covers looking very good months cover March 1996 borders being work art Frank W Beatty Granite City Illinois Airship Back late 1930s early 1940s neighborhood Nashville Tennessee school children observed what would describe toy air rigid airship carried overhead very light air currents would appear evening alr currents almost calm drift just over trees few occasions succeeded retrieving however did have foresight preserve Attempts locate source successful airship constructed very light wire tissue similar small dimestore rubber-powered airplanes same period air bag shape rectangular parachute canopy glued wire structure wire struts extending down gondola contained small candle have read heard type airship similar since time am very interested hearing anyone knowledge hands-on experience type airship similar have described Neil M Turney 533 Anchorage Dr North Palm Beach FL 33408 Neil until can locate source old airship check out Bill Warners alternative Dirigible Project June 1996 issue Continued page 142 6 Model Aviation Views MAPattern please keep us old-timers mind keep up good work Mitchell Heller Glenview Illinois Ca Hook Mfg New Home ot Florlo Flyer Nifty50$7995 BigNifty$23995 Flyer40$9995 Flyer60$10995 Stunt Wagon. $8495 Black Jack$6495 Cap Hook Mfg 325 W Long Ave DuBois PA 15801 814 375-Hook 4665 E-Mail caphookkey-net net SWOOSHIEtm BAILS OUT Release scale-like Parachutist real crowd pleaser lot fun Brilliant colorsi Fl orange Fl pink yellow red white blue gold Complete figure & release system $1895 eo plus $325 S/H Model fivlation Special fted White So Blue Red & Gold Combol $1895 325 S/Hl SEND ORDER TODAY TO HOBBY HUT MANUFACTURING 2020 W fist St N Suits #77 Wichita KS 67203-2107 Dept MAV send SASE brochure 142 Model Aviation 4Letters Continued page 6 Mystery Model Enclosed photo took Team Racer model airplane think would good mystery plane magazine brother built plane probably 40 years ago believe may have appeared Air Trails magazine current model magazine time model Team Racer U-Control believe powered McCoy 29 36 time body model carved two large balsa blocks hollowed out may have numeral 4 side body seems rather unique model design am curious anyone would recognize able identify Also wonder solely model design existed real airplane free keep publish photo magazine would curious comments Duane Moberg East Moline Illinois Wrong Way After reading letters submitted over past months people wishing learn fly RC airplanes have found club some its members unfriendly would like offer following may account perception As example letter March 1996 issue submitted enthusiast California writer described experiences first step go hobby shop purchase kit go home build returned hobby shop have inspect prior first flight showed up field expected someone spend time required teach him fly wrong way get started RC first step should have seek out local club meet members attend meetings Introduce yourself club president can introduce rest members Explain interested flying need help getting started should look suggestions purchasing first airplane associated equipment Most hobby dealers can recommend equipment needed get started club may have special requirements must met maximum noise levels etc hobby shop may aware second step get involved Drive local flying site observe what absolute minimum will strip grass has mowed use runway club has enough members willing put lot hard work may see nice parking area tables prep airplanes flight shelter get out sun club has enough finances paved runway facility no matter elaborate requires lots work build maintain Member dues provide some financing provide facilities feel club interested collecting dues must have dues exist must contribute expect use facilities Before newcomer thinks bringing new airplane field have someone teach him fly should get involved offering help grass mowing field maintenance painting etc sincere contributing time energy maintaining improving club its facilities have no doubt will find other members willing help him learn fly Clubs must have new members continue exist Keep mind though looking new members willing help just pay dues use club facility own enjoyment Continued page 189 Rubber ft Engine Power Free Flight Display Control Line Electric Power RIC Airplanes Peom Valley Hobby Center 837-A W Main St Lansdale PA 19446 215- 3680770 Electric RTP -lmports BALLAROS1996 Catalog r Supplies aacted Fans Refundable Controtlers MotowWrile Pyions11927 SKONK WORKS s 11890 Forestdaie Avenue s KitsBeaneroreek OH 45432 Cowl 5Id, 5h.7ed 51 $365OIoo Sh.d Kil $495 ULTIMATESPORT RC 235 East Asisiand/PO tax 727/Soda Springs Idaho $3276 Jb51151 10-309 III1-208-547-3742FolFo,h lob Sod SASS Letters Continued page 142 show up sunny days fly plane go home offering help out guaranteed find club unfriendly As learning fly club has members designated instructors will want inspect plane sure built properly can flown safely hobby shop may reluctant point out mistakes may discourage limit further sales Besides hobby shop will flying plane also helpful have instructor experienced member inspect airplane during construction certain construction mistakes hidden during final assembly Stop think about responsibility placing instructor has never seen before meeting field asking him assume responsibility flying strangers airplane representing investment least several hundred dollars wing joint some other structure component fails flight can accept responsibility just blame instructor crash occurs can repair plane continue learning will get discouraged give up Most people must spend hours learning help instructor should give up valuable flying time help you may see through solo instructor will judging determination sport whether mowing grass painting tables learning during first flights just show up field airplane hand expecting learn fly first day out may seem unfriendly also member club unique personality will always few members unfriendly disagreeable whatever can choose ignore people take time get know Chances have involved sport years can provide invaluable assistance advice other hand must enough other friendly helpful types also club will soon cease exist Bob Blase Grand Rapids Minnesota Pinto letter compliment excellent presentation Mohawk Pinto plan April 1996 Model Aviation hope will able continue quality especially case Scale models John E Vorhees Sidney Ohio July1996 189 Special Group Rate Through July 1 1996 plans 810-812 available special group rate three plans $15 plus postage Individual plans may ordered regular prices 813Soft Touch$2250 Winter/Hunton Giant K&B 100 spans 95 inches 3 sheets 814XB-35$2250 RC Electric flying wing weighs 46 ounces spans 641/2 inches 2sheets No 138 Fteeelen Stoohr AC Poole model 23-45 5-channel has th 01010 end iiape C No 169 Dennyptene AC cersion towed cobb orodel kit front 1037 1 9-25C No262 Creoheneeter CL crosh-proof trainer Two siaesf 5-30 end 35140 powerA No 392 Mini F-IN AC Sarpolos 049 docted ion sport flier 2 ohonnel 60100 winge toil end teseloge stroctoreB No3101930 Fleet Biplane AC Sport Soon 35-40 power 4-otrennel Spono 50 sowle 2 p1w sheets0 No 447 l/2A Mien Aetedna AC Old Timer 100 Tenoco Orodol 049910w 2 chOnnolsC No 591 Gee Bee Model Y AC Golden Age Aocer Spens 72-in rin soot 0 60 power 3 plan sheetsE No702 Heleket NE 18 FF Poole model 1924 Georron nronoplane HiLine Mini-6 geared electric wofon Spans2g inA No714 Mod Desk AC oser-friendip Sport flier relaoed 010w flight Berets low slow teoneovers 2530 power Spoon 60102 plan sireeto.. 0 No 720 Mtnateetan FF Frank Zaics popolor OllttOlsOcOoored robber-powered wodel taken front PopolarSciarrce Jone 1041 Spoon 20 in A No7331941 Tapieroraft AC qooder-soole deei9n onptores oniqee Oping qoolities foll-soelaTaylororaft 109-mob open 2 plan abeamE No739 Jecater AC Poilpiona boo looks pedoerrance 1221000 open inolodes foil onnotroctien test30100 shootsF No759 Beebe F4B-2r AC Spot Poole biplone opens 68 inohes weighs 10 15 lb 2 eheeteF No 799 ArtIha OF hand-held satapoh glider Op Jean AndrewsA No 763 Mice America Claes Tesano newion ooeo f 0 diesel power No 760 Perky Tee Dee S-powered AC wedel spons 20 noOns No 760 Gi pep Moth AC Sport Poole biplane opens 50 inobes Ne 779 Aeredacipt Sooned-step FF robber model spans 15 r/ inches No 779 Leepie ieee 1 OSOs-era AC Sport wodel 10 two-stroke power opens 54 inches No791 AenOes Defend AC Poole tar 40-45 foerstntke spons 70 noSes 2000010 No 782 Kanardece AC hioctdc onnerd Op 40140 Poll spons 60 inches No702 Hotebeg 609 CL Stunt 51 power Op Bob Baron spans 53 noOns Ne 794 Filcher Witsor/Honfon AC biplane fer 65 power spans 60 noSes 2 sheets No799 Nertttere Li9ht FF FiJ Aegostos opens 53r0 inches No759 Ceeena 199-ES Pleoldo soiiplane 55 power spons 6210000s No 790 Vindisote AC spaddainer Op dint Hooght TO 09 power opens OPinohas No781 919199 Anoord-setting Class BOF Op Neon Poll spons 72 inohes Ne 792 Afesander Ballet AC Poole Op Philip Kent spons 62112 lonhes 2 sheets No793 Delilah Two 0200 power AC fiping boat 39-inch open No759 Prasie CL Stunt Op Tow 01000 0110 sidentsooted engine spans 50 looSes No780 Biae Ridge Comet AC sped wodel Old-Tinter appeoreoce spons 02 inobes No759 Shillelagh AC Club Aecen oses 100w boord onostroction spans 51 noSes No787 Dpke Delta PP Aebber Poole oewion 10010105 howobailt spons 37 hoSes No788 Pt Gene0o powary trainer 042 power sport 59 indmes 2 shoots Ne 799 RC 9008011 Unosale wood tar 20-2555Os9OioOO sfwrws3nedrns No 959 Hero 40 Toin-hoow PC pesbnrspaos 55-h soOns Ne 901 Hanger 13 Troaco PP opoos 49 echos No85208G ConownoSee nanand OPofenO honlen spoon 04 noOns Ne 803 Hot Caeerp CL Poole tar Mao 33 Froob BeaSy spoon 281s inches No804 Mohawk Pinto AC Poole Mikolosko Ion Electric two-strokes spans 04 inchesi No590Tesee Zephyr PP r55-pfj Op Isoociw spons 5gr5 leohes No BitSTel Filter AC soilpiano Op Chdstensen eon loanobod tbroe weps open 77 inohas No 007ARCOD Defender Class AC Poole Duration Op Mothews opens 70100500 Ne 699LassO Break Bipe Sport bipione f 5-20 twestrokos spens 36 inches 90959120080082 CL Profile Ponielptunt 45-00 two-strokes sports 56 inches Ne 910indisetor tw AC trainer osos welded foam wing sports 45 lOohas No81198-70 All-sheet CL Soiner/oport wodel Ion rood-salse 0400 spens 20 inches Ne 012Potato Mes Stordp rhA PP trainer epens 36 inches size plan list available Complete listing plans previously published magazine through no- 789 may obtained free charge writing enclose 550 stamped poe-addressed #10 business size letter envelope Mode/Aviation 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Price Key $375 B C $1125D 0Eon $2250 Circle numbers plans wish order best handling please include requests payment some other service plans order order phone call 317 287-1256 order fax complete send form fax number 317 289-4248 790 791 792 793 794 795 796 797 798 799 Domestic customers please include $300 shippingand handling Add $300 have plans mailed tube Please No COD Orders Make check money order payable US funds drawn US bank ModelAviation AMA 5151 East Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Please allow 3 6 weeks delivery ENCLOSED $ ___________ k Money Order erCardNisa CARDNO ATE NAME __________________________________ AMA No______________ STREET CITYSTATE ____ ZIP ___________________ Customers outside US add $300 additional shipping handling per plan Tech Items As member AMA three years have enjoyed reading magazine just outstanding criticism copy would like see articles about model covering use tune pipes other technical items too numerous mention reports competition meets good somewhere between think good technical article what modelers want Dont get wrong like magazine could informative Bill DeRita Providence Rhode Island Superstitions plane superstitions may different can never make plane pretty like some fellows Mine must get hangar rash Holes punched wings tails few broken leading edges etc before trim out Have tried years beat odds no avail Consequently covered solid colors easy wife see Muncie sky about trim counting wing numbers lost tag occasional American flag reflective sheets Enjoy workhave fun Roy Stewart Princeton Indiana Likes Duck would like take time express thanks contributing article writers Mr Tom Chipley would like others know purchased kits Mud Duck company Mud Duck Aviation kit nothing short first-rateboth quality materials well-planned packaging received materials great condition thank would hesitate recommend doing business Mr Chipley because treats customers deserve have called upon Tom few times has always returned phone calls answered questions great know people out business know what people want want treated hope other modelers out contemplating purchasing Mud Duck kit Tom will very pleasantly surprised Keep up good work Tom Ron & Jese Downs Leesport Pennsylvania Tri-Flite What beautiful photo Art Christensen article page 24 [April 1996 issue] Gorgeous plane against gorgeous sky Expresses well beauty Soaring flight Deserved cover photo David P Anderson Burnsville Minnesota Flying Site Information think booklet places fly throughout US suggested Brock Reeve April 1996 Model Aviation outstanding idea other hobby camping traveling would great able fly club located area visit Whether compiled Model Aviation published enterprising individual booklet like far future So Id like thank Don Krafft listing AMA chartered clubs District monthly report other Vice Presidents follow Dons example traveling AMA modelers can begin visiting flying other clubs year Wayne Wilson Rochester New York personal computers might also want check out flying site information contained Model Aviation section Aviation Forum America Online BILL EFFINGER SAYS new Goshawkaanss Ore 00100900 011/4 Poole 1920 PorsoP Pian-N-Poffern models Interested other models ory oorrrplere line piense send br roy newest brochure I/i Scale CURTIS GOSHAWK FIIC-2 94 1/2 wing soon sqinoAngoreo 0 OlD engine PC bw/ORC verall LengTh 9OQ$-24$2490 CESSNA 170 1/3oole144 o gpo 5020-5 $3495 1/6cole72 g pa 9060-5490 AERONCA c 3 WI1/3cole144 g 00 NERC3$-7$2990 lI6soole72sor000 9060-7$1495 PIPER CUB J-3 1/3oole l4lsoing span -2$2995 MONOCOUPE 90A 1/2 scale 12 11$soole7700 PIPER TRI-PACER lI3sooOr 110o4ngspan 0030-3$2990 1/Osoale 70 04095900 $-3$1990 FAIRCHILD 24 1/6 scale /2 wing 5900 9060-4$1490 1/3 scale 1/2 wing span 9030-6$3490 GRUMMAN WIDGEON /osoalegOgspo 104059 01 goea RCO$-02995 190 Model Aviation oaled odlal version elrsnith arresting geor Flown Leoio. 70 $aratog& canie, pilots destined lobe Nanys aslation leaden 949411
Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/07
Page Numbers: 6, 142, 189, 190
FACTS ABOUT FUEL #4 Whats shelf life fuel long will last easily second frequently asked question misinformation rampant answer really simple Kept tightly sealed model fuel will last almost indefinitely real enemy model fuel moisture air Methanol major ingredient fuel hygroscopic meaning absorbs moisture rapidity can happen startling Most us have spilled some fuel top flight box can have seen almost immediately turn cloudy What seeing methanol absorbing moisture wont mix oils causing milky appearance Remember fast happens very careful about leaving port entry fuel container tank first indication has happened inability get reliable idle idle usually followed flame-outs erratic running etc Sadly theres nothing can done reclaim fuel its gone Just careful next time FREE case POWERMASTER FUEL goes Todd Jackson W Monroe LA being first ask question detailed info write call booklet Facts About Fuel rieIii World Distributors P0 WERMASTER PO Box 650 Elgin TX 78621 512285-9595 Fax 512285-9400 Letters tc Editor some time during awful winter weather get Midwest review back issues Model Aviation came across article paid little attention first appeared Feather Merchant 72 Alfred Lehmberg February 1993 magazine What neat feature course am biased being member SAM [Society Antique Modelers] what caught eye enormous amount useful information piece quality writing fine photographs model plans construction detail decided once wanted build Feather Merchant did have few questions about design wrote Mr Lehmberg sent stamped return envelope What delight receive reply within week such nice information Mr Lehmberg gave telephone number called him thank him letter package splendid conversation learned much about model also about model aviation history also suggested source kit will purchase letter has another purpose other praise Mr Lehmberg What noticed looking over older issues Model Aviation among other things much better few years ago article far substantive features informative Yes type smaller art work perhaps glitzy magazine weight too began appreciate background features writings history model aviation hobby airplanes flying general have complaints some Model Aviation should focus model aviation Yes should generally case keep mind indeed making models airplanes airplanes utilize same principles flight physics reaching out beyond specific learn lot about flying machines learningeducation-is what hobby about realize have balance out kinds special interest groups respect others Giant Scale wife both delighted treatment given material submitted both thrilled play Hot Canary theme developed graphics Head-on photos models seldom used magazine articles reason almost omitted photo group submitted photo became centerpiece layout Some months back Letters Editor writer critical Model Aviation covers Recent covers looking very good months cover March 1996 borders being work art Frank W Beatty Granite City Illinois Airship Back late 1930s early 1940s neighborhood Nashville Tennessee school children observed what would describe toy air rigid airship carried overhead very light air currents would appear evening alr currents almost calm drift just over trees few occasions succeeded retrieving however did have foresight preserve Attempts locate source successful airship constructed very light wire tissue similar small dimestore rubber-powered airplanes same period air bag shape rectangular parachute canopy glued wire structure wire struts extending down gondola contained small candle have read heard type airship similar since time am very interested hearing anyone knowledge hands-on experience type airship similar have described Neil M Turney 533 Anchorage Dr North Palm Beach FL 33408 Neil until can locate source old airship check out Bill Warners alternative Dirigible Project June 1996 issue Continued page 142 6 Model Aviation Views MAPattern please keep us old-timers mind keep up good work Mitchell Heller Glenview Illinois Ca Hook Mfg New Home ot Florlo Flyer Nifty50$7995 BigNifty$23995 Flyer40$9995 Flyer60$10995 Stunt Wagon. $8495 Black Jack$6495 Cap Hook Mfg 325 W Long Ave DuBois PA 15801 814 375-Hook 4665 E-Mail caphookkey-net net SWOOSHIEtm BAILS OUT Release scale-like Parachutist real crowd pleaser lot fun Brilliant colorsi Fl orange Fl pink yellow red white blue gold Complete figure & release system $1895 eo plus $325 S/H Model fivlation Special fted White So Blue Red & Gold Combol $1895 325 S/Hl SEND ORDER TODAY TO HOBBY HUT MANUFACTURING 2020 W fist St N Suits #77 Wichita KS 67203-2107 Dept MAV send SASE brochure 142 Model Aviation 4Letters Continued page 6 Mystery Model Enclosed photo took Team Racer model airplane think would good mystery plane magazine brother built plane probably 40 years ago believe may have appeared Air Trails magazine current model magazine time model Team Racer U-Control believe powered McCoy 29 36 time body model carved two large balsa blocks hollowed out may have numeral 4 side body seems rather unique model design am curious anyone would recognize able identify Also wonder solely model design existed real airplane free keep publish photo magazine would curious comments Duane Moberg East Moline Illinois Wrong Way After reading letters submitted over past months people wishing learn fly RC airplanes have found club some its members unfriendly would like offer following may account perception As example letter March 1996 issue submitted enthusiast California writer described experiences first step go hobby shop purchase kit go home build returned hobby shop have inspect prior first flight showed up field expected someone spend time required teach him fly wrong way get started RC first step should have seek out local club meet members attend meetings Introduce yourself club president can introduce rest members Explain interested flying need help getting started should look suggestions purchasing first airplane associated equipment Most hobby dealers can recommend equipment needed get started club may have special requirements must met maximum noise levels etc hobby shop may aware second step get involved Drive local flying site observe what absolute minimum will strip grass has mowed use runway club has enough members willing put lot hard work may see nice parking area tables prep airplanes flight shelter get out sun club has enough finances paved runway facility no matter elaborate requires lots work build maintain Member dues provide some financing provide facilities feel club interested collecting dues must have dues exist must contribute expect use facilities Before newcomer thinks bringing new airplane field have someone teach him fly should get involved offering help grass mowing field maintenance painting etc sincere contributing time energy maintaining improving club its facilities have no doubt will find other members willing help him learn fly Clubs must have new members continue exist Keep mind though looking new members willing help just pay dues use club facility own enjoyment Continued page 189 Rubber ft Engine Power Free Flight Display Control Line Electric Power RIC Airplanes Peom Valley Hobby Center 837-A W Main St Lansdale PA 19446 215- 3680770 Electric RTP -lmports BALLAROS1996 Catalog r Supplies aacted Fans Refundable Controtlers MotowWrile Pyions11927 SKONK WORKS s 11890 Forestdaie Avenue s KitsBeaneroreek OH 45432 Cowl 5Id, 5h.7ed 51 $365OIoo Sh.d Kil $495 ULTIMATESPORT RC 235 East Asisiand/PO tax 727/Soda Springs Idaho $3276 Jb51151 10-309 III1-208-547-3742FolFo,h lob Sod SASS Letters Continued page 142 show up sunny days fly plane go home offering help out guaranteed find club unfriendly As learning fly club has members designated instructors will want inspect plane sure built properly can flown safely hobby shop may reluctant point out mistakes may discourage limit further sales Besides hobby shop will flying plane also helpful have instructor experienced member inspect airplane during construction certain construction mistakes hidden during final assembly Stop think about responsibility placing instructor has never seen before meeting field asking him assume responsibility flying strangers airplane representing investment least several hundred dollars wing joint some other structure component fails flight can accept responsibility just blame instructor crash occurs can repair plane continue learning will get discouraged give up Most people must spend hours learning help instructor should give up valuable flying time help you may see through solo instructor will judging determination sport whether mowing grass painting tables learning during first flights just show up field airplane hand expecting learn fly first day out may seem unfriendly also member club unique personality will always few members unfriendly disagreeable whatever can choose ignore people take time get know Chances have involved sport years can provide invaluable assistance advice other hand must enough other friendly helpful types also club will soon cease exist Bob Blase Grand Rapids Minnesota Pinto letter compliment excellent presentation Mohawk Pinto plan April 1996 Model Aviation hope will able continue quality especially case Scale models John E Vorhees Sidney Ohio July1996 189 Special Group Rate Through July 1 1996 plans 810-812 available special group rate three plans $15 plus postage Individual plans may ordered regular prices 813Soft Touch$2250 Winter/Hunton Giant K&B 100 spans 95 inches 3 sheets 814XB-35$2250 RC Electric flying wing weighs 46 ounces spans 641/2 inches 2sheets No 138 Fteeelen Stoohr AC Poole model 23-45 5-channel has th 01010 end iiape C No 169 Dennyptene AC cersion towed cobb orodel kit front 1037 1 9-25C No262 Creoheneeter CL crosh-proof trainer Two siaesf 5-30 end 35140 powerA No 392 Mini F-IN AC Sarpolos 049 docted ion sport flier 2 ohonnel 60100 winge toil end teseloge stroctoreB No3101930 Fleet Biplane AC Sport Soon 35-40 power 4-otrennel Spono 50 sowle 2 p1w sheets0 No 447 l/2A Mien Aetedna AC Old Timer 100 Tenoco Orodol 049910w 2 chOnnolsC No 591 Gee Bee Model Y AC Golden Age Aocer Spens 72-in rin soot 0 60 power 3 plan sheetsE No702 Heleket NE 18 FF Poole model 1924 Georron nronoplane HiLine Mini-6 geared electric wofon Spans2g inA No714 Mod Desk AC oser-friendip Sport flier relaoed 010w flight Berets low slow teoneovers 2530 power Spoon 60102 plan sireeto.. 0 No 720 Mtnateetan FF Frank Zaics popolor OllttOlsOcOoored robber-powered wodel taken front PopolarSciarrce Jone 1041 Spoon 20 in A No7331941 Tapieroraft AC qooder-soole deei9n onptores oniqee Oping qoolities foll-soelaTaylororaft 109-mob open 2 plan abeamE No739 Jecater AC Poilpiona boo looks pedoerrance 1221000 open inolodes foil onnotroctien test30100 shootsF No759 Beebe F4B-2r AC Spot Poole biplone opens 68 inohes weighs 10 15 lb 2 eheeteF No 799 ArtIha OF hand-held satapoh glider Op Jean AndrewsA No 763 Mice America Claes Tesano newion ooeo f 0 diesel power No 760 Perky Tee Dee S-powered AC wedel spons 20 noOns No 760 Gi pep Moth AC Sport Poole biplane opens 50 inobes Ne 779 Aeredacipt Sooned-step FF robber model spans 15 r/ inches No 779 Leepie ieee 1 OSOs-era AC Sport wodel 10 two-stroke power opens 54 inches No791 AenOes Defend AC Poole tar 40-45 foerstntke spons 70 noSes 2000010 No 782 Kanardece AC hioctdc onnerd Op 40140 Poll spons 60 inches No702 Hotebeg 609 CL Stunt 51 power Op Bob Baron spans 53 noOns Ne 794 Filcher Witsor/Honfon AC biplane fer 65 power spans 60 noSes 2 sheets No799 Nertttere Li9ht FF FiJ Aegostos opens 53r0 inches No759 Ceeena 199-ES Pleoldo soiiplane 55 power spons 6210000s No 790 Vindisote AC spaddainer Op dint Hooght TO 09 power opens OPinohas No781 919199 Anoord-setting Class BOF Op Neon Poll spons 72 inohes Ne 792 Afesander Ballet AC Poole Op Philip Kent spons 62112 lonhes 2 sheets No793 Delilah Two 0200 power AC fiping boat 39-inch open No759 Prasie CL Stunt Op Tow 01000 0110 sidentsooted engine spans 50 looSes No780 Biae Ridge Comet AC sped wodel Old-Tinter appeoreoce spons 02 inobes No759 Shillelagh AC Club Aecen oses 100w boord onostroction spans 51 noSes No787 Dpke Delta PP Aebber Poole oewion 10010105 howobailt spons 37 hoSes No788 Pt Gene0o powary trainer 042 power sport 59 indmes 2 shoots Ne 799 RC 9008011 Unosale wood tar 20-2555Os9OioOO sfwrws3nedrns No 959 Hero 40 Toin-hoow PC pesbnrspaos 55-h soOns Ne 901 Hanger 13 Troaco PP opoos 49 echos No85208G ConownoSee nanand OPofenO honlen spoon 04 noOns Ne 803 Hot Caeerp CL Poole tar Mao 33 Froob BeaSy spoon 281s inches No804 Mohawk Pinto AC Poole Mikolosko Ion Electric two-strokes spans 04 inchesi No590Tesee Zephyr PP r55-pfj Op Isoociw spons 5gr5 leohes No BitSTel Filter AC soilpiano Op Chdstensen eon loanobod tbroe weps open 77 inohas No 007ARCOD Defender Class AC Poole Duration Op Mothews opens 70100500 Ne 699LassO Break Bipe Sport bipione f 5-20 twestrokos spens 36 inches 90959120080082 CL Profile Ponielptunt 45-00 two-strokes sports 56 inches Ne 910indisetor tw AC trainer osos welded foam wing sports 45 lOohas No81198-70 All-sheet CL Soiner/oport wodel Ion rood-salse 0400 spens 20 inches Ne 012Potato Mes Stordp rhA PP trainer epens 36 inches size plan list available Complete listing plans previously published magazine through no- 789 may obtained free charge writing enclose 550 stamped poe-addressed #10 business size letter envelope Mode/Aviation 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Price Key $375 B C $1125D 0Eon $2250 Circle numbers plans wish order best handling please include requests payment some other service plans order order phone call 317 287-1256 order fax complete send form fax number 317 289-4248 790 791 792 793 794 795 796 797 798 799 Domestic customers please include $300 shippingand handling Add $300 have plans mailed tube Please No COD Orders Make check money order payable US funds drawn US bank ModelAviation AMA 5151 East Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Please allow 3 6 weeks delivery ENCLOSED $ ___________ k Money Order erCardNisa CARDNO ATE NAME __________________________________ AMA No______________ STREET CITYSTATE ____ ZIP ___________________ Customers outside US add $300 additional shipping handling per plan Tech Items As member AMA three years have enjoyed reading magazine just outstanding criticism copy would like see articles about model covering use tune pipes other technical items too numerous mention reports competition meets good somewhere between think good technical article what modelers want Dont get wrong like magazine could informative Bill DeRita Providence Rhode Island Superstitions plane superstitions may different can never make plane pretty like some fellows Mine must get hangar rash Holes punched wings tails few broken leading edges etc before trim out Have tried years beat odds no avail Consequently covered solid colors easy wife see Muncie sky about trim counting wing numbers lost tag occasional American flag reflective sheets Enjoy workhave fun Roy Stewart Princeton Indiana Likes Duck would like take time express thanks contributing article writers Mr Tom Chipley would like others know purchased kits Mud Duck company Mud Duck Aviation kit nothing short first-rateboth quality materials well-planned packaging received materials great condition thank would hesitate recommend doing business Mr Chipley because treats customers deserve have called upon Tom few times has always returned phone calls answered questions great know people out business know what people want want treated hope other modelers out contemplating purchasing Mud Duck kit Tom will very pleasantly surprised Keep up good work Tom Ron & Jese Downs Leesport Pennsylvania Tri-Flite What beautiful photo Art Christensen article page 24 [April 1996 issue] Gorgeous plane against gorgeous sky Expresses well beauty Soaring flight Deserved cover photo David P Anderson Burnsville Minnesota Flying Site Information think booklet places fly throughout US suggested Brock Reeve April 1996 Model Aviation outstanding idea other hobby camping traveling would great able fly club located area visit Whether compiled Model Aviation published enterprising individual booklet like far future So Id like thank Don Krafft listing AMA chartered clubs District monthly report other Vice Presidents follow Dons example traveling AMA modelers can begin visiting flying other clubs year Wayne Wilson Rochester New York personal computers might also want check out flying site information contained Model Aviation section Aviation Forum America Online BILL EFFINGER SAYS new Goshawkaanss Ore 00100900 011/4 Poole 1920 PorsoP Pian-N-Poffern models Interested other models ory oorrrplere line piense send br roy newest brochure I/i Scale CURTIS GOSHAWK FIIC-2 94 1/2 wing soon sqinoAngoreo 0 OlD engine PC bw/ORC verall LengTh 9OQ$-24$2490 CESSNA 170 1/3oole144 o gpo 5020-5 $3495 1/6cole72 g pa 9060-5490 AERONCA c 3 WI1/3cole144 g 00 NERC3$-7$2990 lI6soole72sor000 9060-7$1495 PIPER CUB J-3 1/3oole l4lsoing span -2$2995 MONOCOUPE 90A 1/2 scale 12 11$soole7700 PIPER TRI-PACER lI3sooOr 110o4ngspan 0030-3$2990 1/Osoale 70 04095900 $-3$1990 FAIRCHILD 24 1/6 scale /2 wing 5900 9060-4$1490 1/3 scale 1/2 wing span 9030-6$3490 GRUMMAN WIDGEON /osoalegOgspo 104059 01 goea RCO$-02995 190 Model Aviation oaled odlal version elrsnith arresting geor Flown Leoio. 70 $aratog& canie, pilots destined lobe Nanys aslation leaden 949411
Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/07
Page Numbers: 6, 142, 189, 190
FACTS ABOUT FUEL #4 Whats shelf life fuel long will last easily second frequently asked question misinformation rampant answer really simple Kept tightly sealed model fuel will last almost indefinitely real enemy model fuel moisture air Methanol major ingredient fuel hygroscopic meaning absorbs moisture rapidity can happen startling Most us have spilled some fuel top flight box can have seen almost immediately turn cloudy What seeing methanol absorbing moisture wont mix oils causing milky appearance Remember fast happens very careful about leaving port entry fuel container tank first indication has happened inability get reliable idle idle usually followed flame-outs erratic running etc Sadly theres nothing can done reclaim fuel its gone Just careful next time FREE case POWERMASTER FUEL goes Todd Jackson W Monroe LA being first ask question detailed info write call booklet Facts About Fuel rieIii World Distributors P0 WERMASTER PO Box 650 Elgin TX 78621 512285-9595 Fax 512285-9400 Letters tc Editor some time during awful winter weather get Midwest review back issues Model Aviation came across article paid little attention first appeared Feather Merchant 72 Alfred Lehmberg February 1993 magazine What neat feature course am biased being member SAM [Society Antique Modelers] what caught eye enormous amount useful information piece quality writing fine photographs model plans construction detail decided once wanted build Feather Merchant did have few questions about design wrote Mr Lehmberg sent stamped return envelope What delight receive reply within week such nice information Mr Lehmberg gave telephone number called him thank him letter package splendid conversation learned much about model also about model aviation history also suggested source kit will purchase letter has another purpose other praise Mr Lehmberg What noticed looking over older issues Model Aviation among other things much better few years ago article far substantive features informative Yes type smaller art work perhaps glitzy magazine weight too began appreciate background features writings history model aviation hobby airplanes flying general have complaints some Model Aviation should focus model aviation Yes should generally case keep mind indeed making models airplanes airplanes utilize same principles flight physics reaching out beyond specific learn lot about flying machines learningeducation-is what hobby about realize have balance out kinds special interest groups respect others Giant Scale wife both delighted treatment given material submitted both thrilled play Hot Canary theme developed graphics Head-on photos models seldom used magazine articles reason almost omitted photo group submitted photo became centerpiece layout Some months back Letters Editor writer critical Model Aviation covers Recent covers looking very good months cover March 1996 borders being work art Frank W Beatty Granite City Illinois Airship Back late 1930s early 1940s neighborhood Nashville Tennessee school children observed what would describe toy air rigid airship carried overhead very light air currents would appear evening alr currents almost calm drift just over trees few occasions succeeded retrieving however did have foresight preserve Attempts locate source successful airship constructed very light wire tissue similar small dimestore rubber-powered airplanes same period air bag shape rectangular parachute canopy glued wire structure wire struts extending down gondola contained small candle have read heard type airship similar since time am very interested hearing anyone knowledge hands-on experience type airship similar have described Neil M Turney 533 Anchorage Dr North Palm Beach FL 33408 Neil until can locate source old airship check out Bill Warners alternative Dirigible Project June 1996 issue Continued page 142 6 Model Aviation Views MAPattern please keep us old-timers mind keep up good work Mitchell Heller Glenview Illinois Ca Hook Mfg New Home ot Florlo Flyer Nifty50$7995 BigNifty$23995 Flyer40$9995 Flyer60$10995 Stunt Wagon. $8495 Black Jack$6495 Cap Hook Mfg 325 W Long Ave DuBois PA 15801 814 375-Hook 4665 E-Mail caphookkey-net net SWOOSHIEtm BAILS OUT Release scale-like Parachutist real crowd pleaser lot fun Brilliant colorsi Fl orange Fl pink yellow red white blue gold Complete figure & release system $1895 eo plus $325 S/H Model fivlation Special fted White So Blue Red & Gold Combol $1895 325 S/Hl SEND ORDER TODAY TO HOBBY HUT MANUFACTURING 2020 W fist St N Suits #77 Wichita KS 67203-2107 Dept MAV send SASE brochure 142 Model Aviation 4Letters Continued page 6 Mystery Model Enclosed photo took Team Racer model airplane think would good mystery plane magazine brother built plane probably 40 years ago believe may have appeared Air Trails magazine current model magazine time model Team Racer U-Control believe powered McCoy 29 36 time body model carved two large balsa blocks hollowed out may have numeral 4 side body seems rather unique model design am curious anyone would recognize able identify Also wonder solely model design existed real airplane free keep publish photo magazine would curious comments Duane Moberg East Moline Illinois Wrong Way After reading letters submitted over past months people wishing learn fly RC airplanes have found club some its members unfriendly would like offer following may account perception As example letter March 1996 issue submitted enthusiast California writer described experiences first step go hobby shop purchase kit go home build returned hobby shop have inspect prior first flight showed up field expected someone spend time required teach him fly wrong way get started RC first step should have seek out local club meet members attend meetings Introduce yourself club president can introduce rest members Explain interested flying need help getting started should look suggestions purchasing first airplane associated equipment Most hobby dealers can recommend equipment needed get started club may have special requirements must met maximum noise levels etc hobby shop may aware second step get involved Drive local flying site observe what absolute minimum will strip grass has mowed use runway club has enough members willing put lot hard work may see nice parking area tables prep airplanes flight shelter get out sun club has enough finances paved runway facility no matter elaborate requires lots work build maintain Member dues provide some financing provide facilities feel club interested collecting dues must have dues exist must contribute expect use facilities Before newcomer thinks bringing new airplane field have someone teach him fly should get involved offering help grass mowing field maintenance painting etc sincere contributing time energy maintaining improving club its facilities have no doubt will find other members willing help him learn fly Clubs must have new members continue exist Keep mind though looking new members willing help just pay dues use club facility own enjoyment Continued page 189 Rubber ft Engine Power Free Flight Display Control Line Electric Power RIC Airplanes Peom Valley Hobby Center 837-A W Main St Lansdale PA 19446 215- 3680770 Electric RTP -lmports BALLAROS1996 Catalog r Supplies aacted Fans Refundable Controtlers MotowWrile Pyions11927 SKONK WORKS s 11890 Forestdaie Avenue s KitsBeaneroreek OH 45432 Cowl 5Id, 5h.7ed 51 $365OIoo Sh.d Kil $495 ULTIMATESPORT RC 235 East Asisiand/PO tax 727/Soda Springs Idaho $3276 Jb51151 10-309 III1-208-547-3742FolFo,h lob Sod SASS Letters Continued page 142 show up sunny days fly plane go home offering help out guaranteed find club unfriendly As learning fly club has members designated instructors will want inspect plane sure built properly can flown safely hobby shop may reluctant point out mistakes may discourage limit further sales Besides hobby shop will flying plane also helpful have instructor experienced member inspect airplane during construction certain construction mistakes hidden during final assembly Stop think about responsibility placing instructor has never seen before meeting field asking him assume responsibility flying strangers airplane representing investment least several hundred dollars wing joint some other structure component fails flight can accept responsibility just blame instructor crash occurs can repair plane continue learning will get discouraged give up Most people must spend hours learning help instructor should give up valuable flying time help you may see through solo instructor will judging determination sport whether mowing grass painting tables learning during first flights just show up field airplane hand expecting learn fly first day out may seem unfriendly also member club unique personality will always few members unfriendly disagreeable whatever can choose ignore people take time get know Chances have involved sport years can provide invaluable assistance advice other hand must enough other friendly helpful types also club will soon cease exist Bob Blase Grand Rapids Minnesota Pinto letter compliment excellent presentation Mohawk Pinto plan April 1996 Model Aviation hope will able continue quality especially case Scale models John E Vorhees Sidney Ohio July1996 189 Special Group Rate Through July 1 1996 plans 810-812 available special group rate three plans $15 plus postage Individual plans may ordered regular prices 813Soft Touch$2250 Winter/Hunton Giant K&B 100 spans 95 inches 3 sheets 814XB-35$2250 RC Electric flying wing weighs 46 ounces spans 641/2 inches 2sheets No 138 Fteeelen Stoohr AC Poole model 23-45 5-channel has th 01010 end iiape C No 169 Dennyptene AC cersion towed cobb orodel kit front 1037 1 9-25C No262 Creoheneeter CL crosh-proof trainer Two siaesf 5-30 end 35140 powerA No 392 Mini F-IN AC Sarpolos 049 docted ion sport flier 2 ohonnel 60100 winge toil end teseloge stroctoreB No3101930 Fleet Biplane AC Sport Soon 35-40 power 4-otrennel Spono 50 sowle 2 p1w sheets0 No 447 l/2A Mien Aetedna AC Old Timer 100 Tenoco Orodol 049910w 2 chOnnolsC No 591 Gee Bee Model Y AC Golden Age Aocer Spens 72-in rin soot 0 60 power 3 plan sheetsE No702 Heleket NE 18 FF Poole model 1924 Georron nronoplane HiLine Mini-6 geared electric wofon Spans2g inA No714 Mod Desk AC oser-friendip Sport flier relaoed 010w flight Berets low slow teoneovers 2530 power Spoon 60102 plan sireeto.. 0 No 720 Mtnateetan FF Frank Zaics popolor OllttOlsOcOoored robber-powered wodel taken front PopolarSciarrce Jone 1041 Spoon 20 in A No7331941 Tapieroraft AC qooder-soole deei9n onptores oniqee Oping qoolities foll-soelaTaylororaft 109-mob open 2 plan abeamE No739 Jecater AC Poilpiona boo looks pedoerrance 1221000 open inolodes foil onnotroctien test30100 shootsF No759 Beebe F4B-2r AC Spot Poole biplone opens 68 inohes weighs 10 15 lb 2 eheeteF No 799 ArtIha OF hand-held satapoh glider Op Jean AndrewsA No 763 Mice America Claes Tesano newion ooeo f 0 diesel power No 760 Perky Tee Dee S-powered AC wedel spons 20 noOns No 760 Gi pep Moth AC Sport Poole biplane opens 50 inobes Ne 779 Aeredacipt Sooned-step FF robber model spans 15 r/ inches No 779 Leepie ieee 1 OSOs-era AC Sport wodel 10 two-stroke power opens 54 inches No791 AenOes Defend AC Poole tar 40-45 foerstntke spons 70 noSes 2000010 No 782 Kanardece AC hioctdc onnerd Op 40140 Poll spons 60 inches No702 Hotebeg 609 CL Stunt 51 power Op Bob Baron spans 53 noOns Ne 794 Filcher Witsor/Honfon AC biplane fer 65 power spans 60 noSes 2 sheets No799 Nertttere Li9ht FF FiJ Aegostos opens 53r0 inches No759 Ceeena 199-ES Pleoldo soiiplane 55 power spons 6210000s No 790 Vindisote AC spaddainer Op dint Hooght TO 09 power opens OPinohas No781 919199 Anoord-setting Class BOF Op Neon Poll spons 72 inohes Ne 792 Afesander Ballet AC Poole Op Philip Kent spons 62112 lonhes 2 sheets No793 Delilah Two 0200 power AC fiping boat 39-inch open No759 Prasie CL Stunt Op Tow 01000 0110 sidentsooted engine spans 50 looSes No780 Biae Ridge Comet AC sped wodel Old-Tinter appeoreoce spons 02 inobes No759 Shillelagh AC Club Aecen oses 100w boord onostroction spans 51 noSes No787 Dpke Delta PP Aebber Poole oewion 10010105 howobailt spons 37 hoSes No788 Pt Gene0o powary trainer 042 power sport 59 indmes 2 shoots Ne 799 RC 9008011 Unosale wood tar 20-2555Os9OioOO sfwrws3nedrns No 959 Hero 40 Toin-hoow PC pesbnrspaos 55-h soOns Ne 901 Hanger 13 Troaco PP opoos 49 echos No85208G ConownoSee nanand OPofenO honlen spoon 04 noOns Ne 803 Hot Caeerp CL Poole tar Mao 33 Froob BeaSy spoon 281s inches No804 Mohawk Pinto AC Poole Mikolosko Ion Electric two-strokes spans 04 inchesi No590Tesee Zephyr PP r55-pfj Op Isoociw spons 5gr5 leohes No BitSTel Filter AC soilpiano Op Chdstensen eon loanobod tbroe weps open 77 inohas No 007ARCOD Defender Class AC Poole Duration Op Mothews opens 70100500 Ne 699LassO Break Bipe Sport bipione f 5-20 twestrokos spens 36 inches 90959120080082 CL Profile Ponielptunt 45-00 two-strokes sports 56 inches Ne 910indisetor tw AC trainer osos welded foam wing sports 45 lOohas No81198-70 All-sheet CL Soiner/oport wodel Ion rood-salse 0400 spens 20 inches Ne 012Potato Mes Stordp rhA PP trainer epens 36 inches size plan list available Complete listing plans previously published magazine through no- 789 may obtained free charge writing enclose 550 stamped poe-addressed #10 business size letter envelope Mode/Aviation 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Price Key $375 B C $1125D 0Eon $2250 Circle numbers plans wish order best handling please include requests payment some other service plans order order phone call 317 287-1256 order fax complete send form fax number 317 289-4248 790 791 792 793 794 795 796 797 798 799 Domestic customers please include $300 shippingand handling Add $300 have plans mailed tube Please No COD Orders Make check money order payable US funds drawn US bank ModelAviation AMA 5151 East Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Please allow 3 6 weeks delivery ENCLOSED $ ___________ k Money Order erCardNisa CARDNO ATE NAME __________________________________ AMA No______________ STREET CITYSTATE ____ ZIP ___________________ Customers outside US add $300 additional shipping handling per plan Tech Items As member AMA three years have enjoyed reading magazine just outstanding criticism copy would like see articles about model covering use tune pipes other technical items too numerous mention reports competition meets good somewhere between think good technical article what modelers want Dont get wrong like magazine could informative Bill DeRita Providence Rhode Island Superstitions plane superstitions may different can never make plane pretty like some fellows Mine must get hangar rash Holes punched wings tails few broken leading edges etc before trim out Have tried years beat odds no avail Consequently covered solid colors easy wife see Muncie sky about trim counting wing numbers lost tag occasional American flag reflective sheets Enjoy workhave fun Roy Stewart Princeton Indiana Likes Duck would like take time express thanks contributing article writers Mr Tom Chipley would like others know purchased kits Mud Duck company Mud Duck Aviation kit nothing short first-rateboth quality materials well-planned packaging received materials great condition thank would hesitate recommend doing business Mr Chipley because treats customers deserve have called upon Tom few times has always returned phone calls answered questions great know people out business know what people want want treated hope other modelers out contemplating purchasing Mud Duck kit Tom will very pleasantly surprised Keep up good work Tom Ron & Jese Downs Leesport Pennsylvania Tri-Flite What beautiful photo Art Christensen article page 24 [April 1996 issue] Gorgeous plane against gorgeous sky Expresses well beauty Soaring flight Deserved cover photo David P Anderson Burnsville Minnesota Flying Site Information think booklet places fly throughout US suggested Brock Reeve April 1996 Model Aviation outstanding idea other hobby camping traveling would great able fly club located area visit Whether compiled Model Aviation published enterprising individual booklet like far future So Id like thank Don Krafft listing AMA chartered clubs District monthly report other Vice Presidents follow Dons example traveling AMA modelers can begin visiting flying other clubs year Wayne Wilson Rochester New York personal computers might also want check out flying site information contained Model Aviation section Aviation Forum America Online BILL EFFINGER SAYS new Goshawkaanss Ore 00100900 011/4 Poole 1920 PorsoP Pian-N-Poffern models Interested other models ory oorrrplere line piense send br roy newest brochure I/i Scale CURTIS GOSHAWK FIIC-2 94 1/2 wing soon sqinoAngoreo 0 OlD engine PC bw/ORC verall LengTh 9OQ$-24$2490 CESSNA 170 1/3oole144 o gpo 5020-5 $3495 1/6cole72 g pa 9060-5490 AERONCA c 3 WI1/3cole144 g 00 NERC3$-7$2990 lI6soole72sor000 9060-7$1495 PIPER CUB J-3 1/3oole l4lsoing span -2$2995 MONOCOUPE 90A 1/2 scale 12 11$soole7700 PIPER TRI-PACER lI3sooOr 110o4ngspan 0030-3$2990 1/Osoale 70 04095900 $-3$1990 FAIRCHILD 24 1/6 scale /2 wing 5900 9060-4$1490 1/3 scale 1/2 wing span 9030-6$3490 GRUMMAN WIDGEON /osoalegOgspo 104059 01 goea RCO$-02995 190 Model Aviation oaled odlal version elrsnith arresting geor Flown Leoio. 70 $aratog& canie, pilots destined lobe Nanys aslation leaden 949411
