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Swashplate Alignment Plate from Miniature Aircraft USA, 3743 Silver Star Rd., Orlando FL 32808; Tel.: (407) 292-4267; Fax: (407) 292-4296; Web site: www.x-cellrhelicopters.com.
The Swashplate Alignment Plate (part #0513) allows visual alignment of the swashplate at any collective position.
The plate slides easily on the shaft, and it can be locked using a nonmetallic setscrew. This is particularly useful when setting up a CCPM helicopter, to ensure that when exercising the collective function, no cyclic movement is introduced.
This tool is available at local hobby shops or order direct. For more information, contact Miniature Aircraft USA.
FiberClassics Kangaroo from Planes Plus, Inc., 10233 Clow Creek Rd., Plainfield IL 60455; Tel.: (630) 904-9983; Fax: (630) 904-5077; Web sites: www.planesplus.com and www.fiberclassics.com.
From the fully accessible power plant to the clean control-surface configuration, the Kangaroo’s simple, elegant design makes it a logical choice for modelers who are interested in entering the realm of turbine-powered aircraft.
This IMAA (International Miniature Aircraft Association)-legal kit spans 70 inches, weighs 10-18 pounds depending on setup, and features all-composite construction with all formers and gear mounts factory-installed. Servo locations come with the hatches and the covers molded in. Construction is limited and requires installation of retracts, radio, and power plant.
The Kangaroo’s aerodynamics allow it to be flown with a glow engine (.61-.91) or a 10- to 20-pound-thrust turbine. Conversion from piston to turbine power can be done in a weekend.
The FiberClassics Kangaroo is available in a variety of color schemes including a white top with red bottom, a yellow top with blue bottom, or a patriotic flag design.
The introductory model kit price is $800, and combinations with model kit and turbine gear start as low as $2,999.
Planes Plus, Inc. will assist you in obtaining all necessary turbine waivers required by AMA and offers a building service for your Kangaroo or any other FiberClassics aircraft. Planes Plus stocks a complete line of servos, engines, and all necessary accessories.
Contact Don Kanak at Planes Plus, Inc. for more information about the Kangaroo and other FiberClassics aircraft.
OV-10 Bronco ARF @ $279.95 from ScaleTech, 7715 Industrial St., West Melbourne FL 32904.
The OV-10 Bronco Almost Ready-to-Fly (ARF) Scale model is the first of the new Prestige Series offerings from ScaleTech. Developed from the original design by Rich Uravitch, this ARF has been thoroughly flight-tested to ensure a high degree of success for the first-time multiengine Radio Control flier.
The Bronco package comes complete with all required hardware including engine mounts, fuel tanks, wheels, spinners, and control linkages. Airframe components are precovered with iron-on film, and the canopy framing, as well as the cowlings, is prepainted to match the film covering.
A complete set of self-adhesive markings is provided to duplicate a colorful Bronco that served with the Navy at the Naval Air Test Center.
Following the photo-illustrated instructions, assembling the kit — including radio and engine installation — takes approximately 10 hours. Retract conversion kits, which can be retrofitted to completed airframes, will be available in the future.
Specifications: wingspan, 52.5 inches; wing area, 539 square inches; length (o/a), 52.5 inches; weight range, 5.7-6.7 pounds; wing loading, 24 ounces per square foot; engines required, two .25-.32 two-strokes; control channels, five (with retracts).
Additional equipment required: four-channel radio system, seven standard servos, three Y harnesses, and one six-inch extensions lead.
Contact ScaleTech for additional information. Distributed exclusively by Hobby Hangar.
Fokker E.III from Bob Holman Plans, Box 741, San Bernardino CA 92402; Tel.: (909) 885-3959; Fax: (909) 889-9307; E-mail: [email protected]; Web site: www.angelfire.com/ct/bhplans.
Laser-cut parts are available for the 1/4-scale Fokker E.III. Plans are true 1/4 scale, and the model has a 99-inch wingspan.
Power can be provided by a 120-150 SuperTigre engine or a Zenoah G-38.
Laser-cut parts include all wing ribs and fuselage formers. Gun and World War I-type wheels are available.
Plan runs $25 plus $5 shipping, rolled. Laser-cut parts are $75 plus $10 shipping.
PL® Premium Wood Glue and adhesives from OSI Sealants, Inc., 7405 Production Dr., Mentor OH 44060; Tel.: (440) 255-8900; Toll-Free: (800) 321-3578; Fax: (440) 974-8774.
PL Premium Wood Glue is made with polyurethane, creating a waterproof and weatherproof adhesive that is good for interior and exterior applications. It is paintable, stainable, and will not harm furniture finishes or foam substrates.
PL polyurethane adhesives and sealants are widely recognized to be the most technologically advanced product line available. PL adhesives deliver superior results for professionals and do-it-yourselfers.
PL is manufactured by OSI Sealants, Inc.—the largest manufacturer of caulks, sealants, and adhesives in North America, with brands such as Pro-Series®, Nail Power®, and Polyseamseal® for do-it-yourselfers. OSI Sealants is a subsidiary of Sovereign Specialty Chemicals.
For more information about PL Premium Wood Glue or other PL adhesives, visit www.osisealants.com, call (888) 445-0208, or contact Tom Rapps at OSI Sealants, Inc. (800) 624-7767; E-mail: [email protected] or Kristi Crago at Liggett-Stashower Public Relations (216) 348-8520; E-mail: [email protected].
Twin Cockpit Kit @ $100 from Bob Fiorenze, 401 Westchester Dr., Altamonte Springs FL 32701; Tel.: (407) 673-9080; Web site: www.rcaviation.com/fiorenze.
The Twin Cockpit Kit features lightweight styrene construction, and tub, seat, seat cushions, throttles, joysticks, and side panels are included. The kit comes with written and photo instructions. Just assemble, and the cockpit is ready to install. Precut, self-stick decals are included.
The Twin Cockpit Kit is available at local hobby shops or order direct. Send $3 for an illustrated catalog.
Skymaster Weather Meter from Speedtech Instruments, Box 1170, Great Falls VA 22066; Tel.: (800) 760-0004; Fax: (703) 759-0509; Web site: www.speedtech.com.
Monitor environmental conditions in the palm of your hand! This pocket-size weather station features complete windspeed functions, temperature with wind-chill and heat index, relative humidity and dew point, 16-hour barometric pressure history by bar graph, displays current barometric pressure, and sounds a severe-storm audio alarm if the pressure falls or rises six millibars in a three-hour period.
The Skymaster is powered by a replaceable Lithium battery (CR2032, included), comes with a lanyard, and has a replaceable impeller. The relative-humidity function can be recalibrated if required. The unit is water-resistant, floats, and is threaded for tripod mounting.
Accuracy: windspeed, +/-3%; temperature/wind chill, +/-2 degrees Fahrenheit/1 degree Celsius; relative humidity, +/-3%; dew point, +/-3 degrees Fahrenheit (2 degrees Celsius); heat index, +/-4 degrees Fahrenheit (3 degrees Celsius); barometric pressure, +/-3 hpa (millibars).
Response times: windspeed, current—two seconds; average/average—five seconds average; max, two seconds gust; temperature/wind chill/humidity/dew point, one minute; barometer, 15 minutes, sampling updated each minute.
Ranges: windspeed, .4 to 89 mph; temperature, -5 to +122 degrees Fahrenheit/-15 to +50 degrees Celsius; wind chill, -22 to +158 degrees Fahrenheit/-30 to +70 degrees Celsius; dew point, -31.2 to +155.8 degrees Fahrenheit/-35.1 to +68.8 degrees Celsius; heat index, -18.9 to +155.8 degrees Fahrenheit/-28.3 to +68.9 degrees Celsius; barometer, 400-1,100 hpa or 11.8-32.5 inHg.
Optional units: Wind—knots, Beaufort, mph, kph, ft/m, m/s; temperature, F or C; Barometer, inHg or hpa (millibars).
Operating temperature: -5 to +122 degrees Fahrenheit/-15 to +50 degrees Celsius.
Storage temperature: -40 to +185 degrees Fahrenheit/-40 to +85 degrees Celsius.
Measures: 5.875 x 2.1 x .85 inches (127 x 53.4 x 21.5mm) closed.
Weight: four ounces (113.4 grams).
List price: $190 (suggested retail: $160)
1/2A Adapter @ $7.95 from Sullivan Products, 1 North Haven St., Baltimore MD 21224; Tel.: (410) 732-3500; Web site: www.sullivanproducts.com.
This new Glow Plug Connector adjusts for a wide range of 1/2A-size engines, from .010 to .30. It is designed for use with Sullivan's Head Lite (as shown), but it can be used with other glow-plug ignitors.
The Glow Plug Connector allows for a compact, complete power source for starting 1/2A engines designed with a positive grip clip that keeps from falling off the glow button or glow plug.
Product video from Planes Plus, Inc., 10233 Clow Creek Rd., Plainfield IL 60455; Tel.: (630) 904-9983; Fax: (630) 904-5077; Web sites: www.planesplus.com and www.fiberclassics.com.
Planes Plus, Inc. and FiberClassics present a video detailing the FiberClassics line of engineered flying models. This 65-minute tape reviews the techniques that go into each FiberClassics machine. This video takes you from the beginning, with meticulous design work, to the detailed mold fabrication, through the construction of each component.
The video also shows detailed flights of several FiberClassics models, including the Douglas DC-3, the F-86, the P-51 Mustang, the Spitfire, the Giles 202, and more.
The video and literature are available for $25 including shipping and handling. The video cost will be applied to the purchase of any FiberClassics model.
Contact Don Kanak at Planes Plus, Inc. for more information about the video or any of the FiberClassics aircraft.
"Miss Worlds Fair" from Bob Holman Plans, Box 741, San Bernardino CA 92402; Tel.: (909) 885-3959; Fax: (909) 889-9307; E-mail: [email protected]; Web site: www.angelfire.com/ct/bhplans.
CAD (computer-aided design)-drawn plans and laser-cut parts are now available for this Old-Time Rubber model. The airplane shown was converted to electric power by Larry Kramer of Larkspur CA for the Society of Antique Modelers Spirit of SAM event.
The model has a 50-inch wingspan, but plans are available to any size. For electric it has an MTM Little Bee four-inch motor geared 4:1. Takeoff weight is 13 1/2 ounces.
Laser-cut parts include all the parts you need to cut out. You add the stick sheet, sticks, propeller, etc.
Plans and parts are $28 plus $4 shipping and handling.
Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope for a list of Rubber and Old-Time gas plans and parts.
Fokker E.V/D.VIII 157/18 (Jasta 6) @ $140 + $8 S&H (+ $10.85 tax for CA residents) from CheckerboardAir, 12857 Via Grimaldi, Del Mar CA 92014; Tel.: (619) 699-0818; Web site: www.CheckerboardAir.com.
CheckerboardAir has released an additional version of its accurate, highly detailed 1/8-scale model kit of the historic 1918 German fighter in Jasta 6 markings.
E.V 157/18 is an often-photographed airplane from Jasta 6, with the dynamic lightning-strike motif on its side.
These kits join recent CheckerboardAir releases E.V 146/18 (prototype shown), E.V 148/18, E.V 153/18, and E.V 154/18—four aircraft of the famous Jasta (Squadron) 6.
Extensive laser-cut wood and metal parts for the fuselage, wing, tail, landing gear, and cabanes build fast and easy.
The kit includes precise tab/slot construction, printed fuselage covering with dramatic four-color lozenge camouflage/markings, full interior, vacuum-formed cowl and wheels, dummy engine, twin machine guns, pilot, working suspension, and hardware.
This state-of-the-art model is CAD-designed and comes with a fully illustrated 20-page manual. It is easy to build but is for intermediate to advanced fliers.
The model has a 42-inch wingspan, 254 square inches of area, weighs 37 ounces, and is for a geared (3.34:1) Speed 480 electric motor (11 x 7 propeller), seven-cell 1150 mAh battery, 20-amp Battery Eliminator Circuit, and four-channel radio.
Specify the E.V version desired: 146, 148, 153, 154, or 157.
This new 1/2A fuel tubing has a 1/16-inch inside diameter and is very flexible. It is designed to fit a wide range of engine fittings from .010 to .60 and easily fits standard 1/18-inch brass tube used in assembling tanks.
The new fuel tubing also fits Sullivan's standard clunk and makes for easy assembly of our smallest tanks. Now while using a one- or two-ounce tank, you will be able to get full range of motion with the fuel pick-up line.
This tubing is sold in three-foot pieces.
1/2A Silicone Fuel Tubing @ $1.89 from Sullivan Products, 1 North Haven St., Baltimore MD 21224; Tel.: (410) 732-3500; Web site: www.sullivanproducts.com.
Jackscrew Linear Operating Electric Servo from Janaco, 11323 Cotillion, Dallas TX 75228.
This servo has the power you need to operate landing gear (one Jackscrew servo has the power to operate tricycle gear), flaps (1¾-inch travel for Fowler-type flaps), landing-gear doors (operate "piggyback" off primary unit limit switches), accessories (bomb drop, fuel shutoff, smoke valve, camera cocking, etc.), and boat rudders, sheets, and trim.
The Jackscrew features as much as 10 pounds of thrust power and 1¾-inch travel adjustable to 5/8-inch minimum. (Longer travel is available on special order.) It comes completely wired with limit switches, reversing switch, powerful low-drain/high-rpm motor, capacitor, and reversing diodes. It has brass and Delrin gears.
The Jackscrew features all electric operation using inexpensive AA alkaline pencells or nine-volt transistor battery, scale operating time for landing gears (at nine volts the Jackscrew servo will deliver seven pounds of thrust with 1¾-inch travel in eight seconds), "noise" squelched for Radio Control operation, and drawings showing suggested mechanical and electrical hookups furnished.
The user can activate the Jackscrew servo mechanically with timer or Radio Control servo. The Jackscrew weighs four ounces.
Send check or money order for $79.95. Units are shipped postage-paid. Allow three to four weeks for delivery.
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