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Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/04
Page Numbers: 19, 20, 22

Bob Underwood THIS MONTHS OFFERING includes discovery attendant observations two letters containing excellent ideas Around Thanksgiving wife journeyed area nations capital visit youngest daughter wandered Mall just happened poke noses National Air Space Museum What wondering eyes should appear big room filled interactive gadgets displays designed reveal things fly might conclude exhibit designed kids everyone can learn Maybe thats overboard youre retired astronaut Bert Rutan hold dual degrees professor aeronautical principles engineering case exhibit featured good stuff Multiple computer displays showed effectiveness airfoils Bleriot Boeing relative strengths materials along elasticity weight displayed Cessna sit play cockpit controls allowed visitors fly model airstream zillion neat things displayed Volunteers available answer questions talked glider pilot interesting background aviation Smithsonian Educational Department members available too simple activity pamphlets projects Live presentations docents scheduled throughout day mini amphitheater say sounds neat say its just what youve looking school district Idaho just doesn tallow field trips Washington DC Drop museum line requesting materials tap online address http/wwwnasmedu Fax 202 6338928 Items available include School Programs Brochure grades K- 12 Science Activities Families grades 5-9 Destiny Spacegrades 4-12 Cosmic Voyagegrades 4-12 Cosmic Voyage billed Travel Guide Educators features materials work conjunction newest film Cosmic Voyage IIIVIAX theaters everywhere excluding the National Air Space Museum receive fax listing IMAX theater locations dial 416 960-9005 Listen voice instructions press 5 press 1 follow instructions entering fax number DC area time will wellspent visiting Things Fly gallery Two letters received containing excellent ideas will hopefully tickle thought processes much did first letter Harold Reuter Lake Orion Michigan response columns briefly mentioning concepts developing AIVIA generic programs agreement recent article generic program NewComers productive cases such article could constructive used general outline own experience attempting start program kids found frustrating find beginaing am sure others willing get involved dont know best initial approach once started program would say program will flow around group Information individuals regard able initiate program Self-esteem seems important issue todays youth hobby can help provide vocal concerns directed some involvement would help others get started few dos donts would helpful well particular aircraft reasons choosing started new parks recreation director looking creative activities summer program have since worked librarya mother stated father always wanted build didnt have place person help people out interest dont know go So first step would contact organization has good public contact place build Second might determine what materials would provided definitely afee help club local hobby shop provided materials except cutting instrument felt parental responsibility No super glues require good joints lead evetything becoming stuck pins waxed paper plans board Next pick project opted Stringless Wonder modified two extra sticks wing panels providing three complete frameworks Covering done laying paper flat applying glue stick framework piece pressing place paper trimmed three panels glued together method makes easier neater cover model airplane best beginner project simple invariably good flier present am meet Orion Area community/school Advisory Council local organization including Boys Girls Clubs looking ways prevent drug/alcohol abuse create drug-free activities area youth biggest hurdle finding room use helpers Selfesteem seems important issue todays youth hobby can help provide vocal concerns directed some involvement benefits fliers clubs need flying site gets meet lot local officials civic leaders present ourselves good guys initiation work group club state park has made club leader respect state local hobby shop Village Hobby offers kids discount am professional educator longtime builder point dont stress hobby flying stress hobby satisfaction doing level chooses whether building flying would great have document laying training program process down step-by-step individual group wished deviate some fashion might able add equation Most touchstones necessary provide such generic list have appeared during columns two-plus years although listing fragmented possibly incomplete am working such project now remind Harold instant have basic formats contact almost dozen successful programs Weve mailed out hundreds abstracts during past few months programs such 712 Model Aviation Youth Academy Modeling 101 etc abstracts also available AIvIA web page Regarding last line concerning flying versus building think flying end result An airplane isnt airplane unless flies Harold correct saying modelers enjoy building can realize goals seeing someone else fly model second letter addressed Dave Brown president Jack April 1997 19 - II\ Warehime Melbourne florida would like propose something has no doubt hashed over before knowledge would like suggest school provide overall basic training course would-be novice miniature aircraft builders fliers has life-long interest aviation first ride some 70 years ago four-passenger plus pilot Hi Standard biplane Right during WW II observer subsequently private pilot left impression best way learn something properly instructed disciplined learning environment Going out flying field depending some busy pilots kindness way possibly oaly way available some same applies building good kits pretty fair instructions available yes have Higleys manual engines generally available am available basis Therefore what am proposing establishment genuine realistic school academy give basic course various techniques needed go purchase equipment through construction solo flight Such course possibly week would cover such construction data follow-up 1 Types materials various types construction 2 Engineshow function basic repair 3 Covering materials apply 4 Radio equipment what much needed 5 Flight training required through solo 6 Care maintenance aircraft would propose school initially Muncie interest develops road show go various parts country would course have costing acceptable students Building learning fly miniature aircraft has several-year process generally do-it-myself basis now age 761 am no longer interested either long-term methods green bananas would however interested some capably-imparted knowledge fore-mentioned subject scheduled environment Does make sense anyone way have Dave Brown video fly heck out think its best usage learning use transmitter smooth effective manner have good club site personnel standards Indian River Kontrol Society usual ones would give help also ones already doing work other club activities therefore time-limited would worth to go somewhere period time concentrate things want learn May hear thoughts 20 Model Aviation S 1236330-877-1445 JUt Service & Repairs Most Radio Control Systems lizing Calibrated Test Equipment & Spectrum Analyzers Endors0d AMA RCMA Sticker Station #105 Futaba Airtronics JR Ace HiTec Tower Cirrus World Engines & WE USE GENUINE FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS Complete 1991 Narrow Banding & Upgrades RCD / HITEC R/C DEALER FCC Licensed Speed Control Repairs Quality Service Fast Turn Around Shipping & Insurance ExtraUPS ailCODs Visit home page htlp//wwwdnjelectronics corn Email davId@dnlelectronicscom jayne@dnlelectronics AMA #256123ARRLWBSYSQ Yep training program subject surfaces about five years kick around bit fades Jacks excellent ideas very much needed havent happened have observed throughout years several reasons Im suggesting good reasons Initially problem seems fairly simple straightforward really isnt First Jacks letter talking specifically about interestRC Academy must responsive types modeling activities flying Second personnel matter Would road shows Muncie staff pald staff members AMA staff really stretched thin especially during flying season Third somebody hopefully free biases concerning instruction has organize program point time during discussion brands equipment use became issueAIVIA has always steered clear product reviews other form brand involvement Last theres program cost could self-sustalning Muncie its unlikely road show could sustain itself can hear Jack saying reasons good doing programyoure correct obstacles could overcome membership effort needed adopt support concept through contact board directors Executive Council pledge support wishing volunteer Please remember AIVIA individual entity operating independently member AMA Members elect volunteer directors Headquarters staff hired help administer policies J programs among column readership might willing help us develop program such suggested Jack perhaps can let fade againand revisit 2001 p model Rabart retractable landing gear take off whole new world flying excitement Retracts look cool give plane new feel freedom perform its easy too Robart gear come complete detailed installation instructions Robart retracts youll experience greater performance overall better equipped enjoy fun RIC hobby has offer Whatever size model fly large small Robarts got right gear accessories plane So get flying fun model Ask dealer show Right Stuff Robart today 22 Model Aviation troJJynamics Inc 31185 SCHOOLCRAFT LIVONIA MI 48150 Info313 422-5420 Fax 313 422-5338 Its y 1990 Robart Mfg Robart Manufacturing Inc POBox 1247 DeptA StCharles IL 60174 Phone 630-584-7616 E-mail robart@robartcom Industry Leader Retractable Landing Gear Fixed Scale Struts Control Horns HingePoint Hinges Modeling Tools con find right stuff web llwwwrobartcom

Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/04
Page Numbers: 19, 20, 22

Bob Underwood THIS MONTHS OFFERING includes discovery attendant observations two letters containing excellent ideas Around Thanksgiving wife journeyed area nations capital visit youngest daughter wandered Mall just happened poke noses National Air Space Museum What wondering eyes should appear big room filled interactive gadgets displays designed reveal things fly might conclude exhibit designed kids everyone can learn Maybe thats overboard youre retired astronaut Bert Rutan hold dual degrees professor aeronautical principles engineering case exhibit featured good stuff Multiple computer displays showed effectiveness airfoils Bleriot Boeing relative strengths materials along elasticity weight displayed Cessna sit play cockpit controls allowed visitors fly model airstream zillion neat things displayed Volunteers available answer questions talked glider pilot interesting background aviation Smithsonian Educational Department members available too simple activity pamphlets projects Live presentations docents scheduled throughout day mini amphitheater say sounds neat say its just what youve looking school district Idaho just doesn tallow field trips Washington DC Drop museum line requesting materials tap online address http/wwwnasmedu Fax 202 6338928 Items available include School Programs Brochure grades K- 12 Science Activities Families grades 5-9 Destiny Spacegrades 4-12 Cosmic Voyagegrades 4-12 Cosmic Voyage billed Travel Guide Educators features materials work conjunction newest film Cosmic Voyage IIIVIAX theaters everywhere excluding the National Air Space Museum receive fax listing IMAX theater locations dial 416 960-9005 Listen voice instructions press 5 press 1 follow instructions entering fax number DC area time will wellspent visiting Things Fly gallery Two letters received containing excellent ideas will hopefully tickle thought processes much did first letter Harold Reuter Lake Orion Michigan response columns briefly mentioning concepts developing AIVIA generic programs agreement recent article generic program NewComers productive cases such article could constructive used general outline own experience attempting start program kids found frustrating find beginaing am sure others willing get involved dont know best initial approach once started program would say program will flow around group Information individuals regard able initiate program Self-esteem seems important issue todays youth hobby can help provide vocal concerns directed some involvement would help others get started few dos donts would helpful well particular aircraft reasons choosing started new parks recreation director looking creative activities summer program have since worked librarya mother stated father always wanted build didnt have place person help people out interest dont know go So first step would contact organization has good public contact place build Second might determine what materials would provided definitely afee help club local hobby shop provided materials except cutting instrument felt parental responsibility No super glues require good joints lead evetything becoming stuck pins waxed paper plans board Next pick project opted Stringless Wonder modified two extra sticks wing panels providing three complete frameworks Covering done laying paper flat applying glue stick framework piece pressing place paper trimmed three panels glued together method makes easier neater cover model airplane best beginner project simple invariably good flier present am meet Orion Area community/school Advisory Council local organization including Boys Girls Clubs looking ways prevent drug/alcohol abuse create drug-free activities area youth biggest hurdle finding room use helpers Selfesteem seems important issue todays youth hobby can help provide vocal concerns directed some involvement benefits fliers clubs need flying site gets meet lot local officials civic leaders present ourselves good guys initiation work group club state park has made club leader respect state local hobby shop Village Hobby offers kids discount am professional educator longtime builder point dont stress hobby flying stress hobby satisfaction doing level chooses whether building flying would great have document laying training program process down step-by-step individual group wished deviate some fashion might able add equation Most touchstones necessary provide such generic list have appeared during columns two-plus years although listing fragmented possibly incomplete am working such project now remind Harold instant have basic formats contact almost dozen successful programs Weve mailed out hundreds abstracts during past few months programs such 712 Model Aviation Youth Academy Modeling 101 etc abstracts also available AIvIA web page Regarding last line concerning flying versus building think flying end result An airplane isnt airplane unless flies Harold correct saying modelers enjoy building can realize goals seeing someone else fly model second letter addressed Dave Brown president Jack April 1997 19 - II\ Warehime Melbourne florida would like propose something has no doubt hashed over before knowledge would like suggest school provide overall basic training course would-be novice miniature aircraft builders fliers has life-long interest aviation first ride some 70 years ago four-passenger plus pilot Hi Standard biplane Right during WW II observer subsequently private pilot left impression best way learn something properly instructed disciplined learning environment Going out flying field depending some busy pilots kindness way possibly oaly way available some same applies building good kits pretty fair instructions available yes have Higleys manual engines generally available am available basis Therefore what am proposing establishment genuine realistic school academy give basic course various techniques needed go purchase equipment through construction solo flight Such course possibly week would cover such construction data follow-up 1 Types materials various types construction 2 Engineshow function basic repair 3 Covering materials apply 4 Radio equipment what much needed 5 Flight training required through solo 6 Care maintenance aircraft would propose school initially Muncie interest develops road show go various parts country would course have costing acceptable students Building learning fly miniature aircraft has several-year process generally do-it-myself basis now age 761 am no longer interested either long-term methods green bananas would however interested some capably-imparted knowledge fore-mentioned subject scheduled environment Does make sense anyone way have Dave Brown video fly heck out think its best usage learning use transmitter smooth effective manner have good club site personnel standards Indian River Kontrol Society usual ones would give help also ones already doing work other club activities therefore time-limited would worth to go somewhere period time concentrate things want learn May hear thoughts 20 Model Aviation S 1236330-877-1445 JUt Service & Repairs Most Radio Control Systems lizing Calibrated Test Equipment & Spectrum Analyzers Endors0d AMA RCMA Sticker Station #105 Futaba Airtronics JR Ace HiTec Tower Cirrus World Engines & WE USE GENUINE FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS Complete 1991 Narrow Banding & Upgrades RCD / HITEC R/C DEALER FCC Licensed Speed Control Repairs Quality Service Fast Turn Around Shipping & Insurance ExtraUPS ailCODs Visit home page htlp//wwwdnjelectronics corn Email davId@dnlelectronicscom jayne@dnlelectronics AMA #256123ARRLWBSYSQ Yep training program subject surfaces about five years kick around bit fades Jacks excellent ideas very much needed havent happened have observed throughout years several reasons Im suggesting good reasons Initially problem seems fairly simple straightforward really isnt First Jacks letter talking specifically about interestRC Academy must responsive types modeling activities flying Second personnel matter Would road shows Muncie staff pald staff members AMA staff really stretched thin especially during flying season Third somebody hopefully free biases concerning instruction has organize program point time during discussion brands equipment use became issueAIVIA has always steered clear product reviews other form brand involvement Last theres program cost could self-sustalning Muncie its unlikely road show could sustain itself can hear Jack saying reasons good doing programyoure correct obstacles could overcome membership effort needed adopt support concept through contact board directors Executive Council pledge support wishing volunteer Please remember AIVIA individual entity operating independently member AMA Members elect volunteer directors Headquarters staff hired help administer policies J programs among column readership might willing help us develop program such suggested Jack perhaps can let fade againand revisit 2001 p model Rabart retractable landing gear take off whole new world flying excitement Retracts look cool give plane new feel freedom perform its easy too Robart gear come complete detailed installation instructions Robart retracts youll experience greater performance overall better equipped enjoy fun RIC hobby has offer Whatever size model fly large small Robarts got right gear accessories plane So get flying fun model Ask dealer show Right Stuff Robart today 22 Model Aviation troJJynamics Inc 31185 SCHOOLCRAFT LIVONIA MI 48150 Info313 422-5420 Fax 313 422-5338 Its y 1990 Robart Mfg Robart Manufacturing Inc POBox 1247 DeptA StCharles IL 60174 Phone 630-584-7616 E-mail robart@robartcom Industry Leader Retractable Landing Gear Fixed Scale Struts Control Horns HingePoint Hinges Modeling Tools con find right stuff web llwwwrobartcom

Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/04
Page Numbers: 19, 20, 22

Bob Underwood THIS MONTHS OFFERING includes discovery attendant observations two letters containing excellent ideas Around Thanksgiving wife journeyed area nations capital visit youngest daughter wandered Mall just happened poke noses National Air Space Museum What wondering eyes should appear big room filled interactive gadgets displays designed reveal things fly might conclude exhibit designed kids everyone can learn Maybe thats overboard youre retired astronaut Bert Rutan hold dual degrees professor aeronautical principles engineering case exhibit featured good stuff Multiple computer displays showed effectiveness airfoils Bleriot Boeing relative strengths materials along elasticity weight displayed Cessna sit play cockpit controls allowed visitors fly model airstream zillion neat things displayed Volunteers available answer questions talked glider pilot interesting background aviation Smithsonian Educational Department members available too simple activity pamphlets projects Live presentations docents scheduled throughout day mini amphitheater say sounds neat say its just what youve looking school district Idaho just doesn tallow field trips Washington DC Drop museum line requesting materials tap online address http/wwwnasmedu Fax 202 6338928 Items available include School Programs Brochure grades K- 12 Science Activities Families grades 5-9 Destiny Spacegrades 4-12 Cosmic Voyagegrades 4-12 Cosmic Voyage billed Travel Guide Educators features materials work conjunction newest film Cosmic Voyage IIIVIAX theaters everywhere excluding the National Air Space Museum receive fax listing IMAX theater locations dial 416 960-9005 Listen voice instructions press 5 press 1 follow instructions entering fax number DC area time will wellspent visiting Things Fly gallery Two letters received containing excellent ideas will hopefully tickle thought processes much did first letter Harold Reuter Lake Orion Michigan response columns briefly mentioning concepts developing AIVIA generic programs agreement recent article generic program NewComers productive cases such article could constructive used general outline own experience attempting start program kids found frustrating find beginaing am sure others willing get involved dont know best initial approach once started program would say program will flow around group Information individuals regard able initiate program Self-esteem seems important issue todays youth hobby can help provide vocal concerns directed some involvement would help others get started few dos donts would helpful well particular aircraft reasons choosing started new parks recreation director looking creative activities summer program have since worked librarya mother stated father always wanted build didnt have place person help people out interest dont know go So first step would contact organization has good public contact place build Second might determine what materials would provided definitely afee help club local hobby shop provided materials except cutting instrument felt parental responsibility No super glues require good joints lead evetything becoming stuck pins waxed paper plans board Next pick project opted Stringless Wonder modified two extra sticks wing panels providing three complete frameworks Covering done laying paper flat applying glue stick framework piece pressing place paper trimmed three panels glued together method makes easier neater cover model airplane best beginner project simple invariably good flier present am meet Orion Area community/school Advisory Council local organization including Boys Girls Clubs looking ways prevent drug/alcohol abuse create drug-free activities area youth biggest hurdle finding room use helpers Selfesteem seems important issue todays youth hobby can help provide vocal concerns directed some involvement benefits fliers clubs need flying site gets meet lot local officials civic leaders present ourselves good guys initiation work group club state park has made club leader respect state local hobby shop Village Hobby offers kids discount am professional educator longtime builder point dont stress hobby flying stress hobby satisfaction doing level chooses whether building flying would great have document laying training program process down step-by-step individual group wished deviate some fashion might able add equation Most touchstones necessary provide such generic list have appeared during columns two-plus years although listing fragmented possibly incomplete am working such project now remind Harold instant have basic formats contact almost dozen successful programs Weve mailed out hundreds abstracts during past few months programs such 712 Model Aviation Youth Academy Modeling 101 etc abstracts also available AIvIA web page Regarding last line concerning flying versus building think flying end result An airplane isnt airplane unless flies Harold correct saying modelers enjoy building can realize goals seeing someone else fly model second letter addressed Dave Brown president Jack April 1997 19 - II\ Warehime Melbourne florida would like propose something has no doubt hashed over before knowledge would like suggest school provide overall basic training course would-be novice miniature aircraft builders fliers has life-long interest aviation first ride some 70 years ago four-passenger plus pilot Hi Standard biplane Right during WW II observer subsequently private pilot left impression best way learn something properly instructed disciplined learning environment Going out flying field depending some busy pilots kindness way possibly oaly way available some same applies building good kits pretty fair instructions available yes have Higleys manual engines generally available am available basis Therefore what am proposing establishment genuine realistic school academy give basic course various techniques needed go purchase equipment through construction solo flight Such course possibly week would cover such construction data follow-up 1 Types materials various types construction 2 Engineshow function basic repair 3 Covering materials apply 4 Radio equipment what much needed 5 Flight training required through solo 6 Care maintenance aircraft would propose school initially Muncie interest develops road show go various parts country would course have costing acceptable students Building learning fly miniature aircraft has several-year process generally do-it-myself basis now age 761 am no longer interested either long-term methods green bananas would however interested some capably-imparted knowledge fore-mentioned subject scheduled environment Does make sense anyone way have Dave Brown video fly heck out think its best usage learning use transmitter smooth effective manner have good club site personnel standards Indian River Kontrol Society usual ones would give help also ones already doing work other club activities therefore time-limited would worth to go somewhere period time concentrate things want learn May hear thoughts 20 Model Aviation S 1236330-877-1445 JUt Service & Repairs Most Radio Control Systems lizing Calibrated Test Equipment & Spectrum Analyzers Endors0d AMA RCMA Sticker Station #105 Futaba Airtronics JR Ace HiTec Tower Cirrus World Engines & WE USE GENUINE FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS Complete 1991 Narrow Banding & Upgrades RCD / HITEC R/C DEALER FCC Licensed Speed Control Repairs Quality Service Fast Turn Around Shipping & Insurance ExtraUPS ailCODs Visit home page htlp//wwwdnjelectronics corn Email davId@dnlelectronicscom jayne@dnlelectronics AMA #256123ARRLWBSYSQ Yep training program subject surfaces about five years kick around bit fades Jacks excellent ideas very much needed havent happened have observed throughout years several reasons Im suggesting good reasons Initially problem seems fairly simple straightforward really isnt First Jacks letter talking specifically about interestRC Academy must responsive types modeling activities flying Second personnel matter Would road shows Muncie staff pald staff members AMA staff really stretched thin especially during flying season Third somebody hopefully free biases concerning instruction has organize program point time during discussion brands equipment use became issueAIVIA has always steered clear product reviews other form brand involvement Last theres program cost could self-sustalning Muncie its unlikely road show could sustain itself can hear Jack saying reasons good doing programyoure correct obstacles could overcome membership effort needed adopt support concept through contact board directors Executive Council pledge support wishing volunteer Please remember AIVIA individual entity operating independently member AMA Members elect volunteer directors Headquarters staff hired help administer policies J programs among column readership might willing help us develop program such suggested Jack perhaps can let fade againand revisit 2001 p model Rabart retractable landing gear take off whole new world flying excitement Retracts look cool give plane new feel freedom perform its easy too Robart gear come complete detailed installation instructions Robart retracts youll experience greater performance overall better equipped enjoy fun RIC hobby has offer Whatever size model fly large small Robarts got right gear accessories plane So get flying fun model Ask dealer show Right Stuff Robart today 22 Model Aviation troJJynamics Inc 31185 SCHOOLCRAFT LIVONIA MI 48150 Info313 422-5420 Fax 313 422-5338 Its y 1990 Robart Mfg Robart Manufacturing Inc POBox 1247 DeptA StCharles IL 60174 Phone 630-584-7616 E-mail robart@robartcom Industry Leader Retractable Landing Gear Fixed Scale Struts Control Horns HingePoint Hinges Modeling Tools con find right stuff web llwwwrobartcom

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