U Bob Underwood &i4qUzKU U rvw q ~-i Its hard believe column has wandered through Model Aviation since October 1994 During span time has undergone transformationssome good some confusing some didnt work column became two-headed being following September 1995 after stepped down Technical Director proposal establishment Education Committee accepted began serving part-time Education Director Subsequently little year ago Newcomers column went back basics became clear education activity overrun part-time position full-time Education Coordinator hired above essence preamble thrust months offering Before share moments please consider following letter Clarence Ragland Lockport NY Last June AMAs Grand Event wife volunteered services times past offered share unique RC [Radio Control] flight training technique rest aeromodeling community realize claims appear too good true Thats made nine-hour trip Muncie sole purpose giving detractors organization proof positive Instant RC Wings real Rich LaGrange Randall Trumbull Carl Maroney other members would know difference between results normal buddy-box flight training what witnessed first-hand teaching method did indeed see something considered everyone Ive written possible Please Mr Underwood tell mc sincere efforts help has ignored everyone organization seems fear publicly acknowledge something know full well 100% truesomething could beneficial newcomers desperately looking better flight instruction Recently helped bring 24 highschool kids hobby Newfane High now has new accomplished RC pilots summer 98 Ive expanded program Tuscarora Indian Reservation another 28 kids called Walking Tall program Last summer 11 kids accumulated approximately 90 minutes stick time 40-size trainers am instructor way No crashes occurred several adults including school officials flew trainer What quite puzzling officials AMA refuses print accomplishments Model Aviation magazine Ive told officials what youve told cannot endorse program Mr Ragland [That] program bringing large numbers kids hobby RC flying cannot endorsed organization champions growth doesnt make sense school officials Enclosed some information may find interesting would very much like work AMA program due respect help would appreciated really necessary March 1999 87 F ON OWEN LESS HASSLE MORE FUN Dieselize Davis Diesel Its Awesome 4- Up 50% Power 4- Runs Twice Long 4- Same Easy Starting 4- Scale Sound 4- No Glow Plugs ROYAL DAVIS MU — P0 Box 141 DupeMA fd CT 06460 877-1670 SR FopAeod 5400 cred opplied fi~t oWes Davis Diesel Heads Over 100 models 049-36 ruin Worlds largest producer Model Diesel Fools Troaslorms 2510040 OU iS 4Otoo60 fObs 90 90 o 1 20 although would give organization credit helping bring newcomers takes time effort review offerings made column since October 1994 will find references programs types Some relate learning fly some learning build some promoting aeromodeling educational tool others simply motivational nature will find debates dedicated opposite viewpoints such concerning paid professional instructors versus volunteer club programs What will find statements endorse specific method Neither will cases find specific product reference Mr Ragland attributed phrase cannot endorse program Mr Ragland couple statement earlier comments letter seems imply behalf AMA told him method workable value Such case impression Mr Ragland gained am truly sorry humbly apologize What saidor least what tried statewas AMA does time endorse specific method way something should accomplished does try network member group interested ideas programs have submitted has included repeatedly column no reason copies Mr Raglands technique would sent interested parties right along hundreds other programs mailings go out Headquarters year wouldnt hard make case AMA should have single program RC flight instruction endorsed approved sanctioned official whatever other term want use After programs other interests treated manner Perhaps will happen some point may prove good move after 30 years professional educator active member hobby feel no way best comes teaching During 30 years teaching encountered countless methods answer Phonics out modern math gone whole language answer wasnt What learned quickly methods strengths weaknessesfor stockpiled strengths deep-sixed weaknesses applied ability relate children learner has different needs 88 Model Aviation ning personalities importantly teacher has flexible approach filling both have own teaching personality fact Mr Ragland has states significant success teaching RC flying using non-buddy box method commendable fits personal touch style applaud having reached young people Certainly would others comfortable instructor method However read above can envision heads wagging side side implying opinion buddy-box way go Which way right way answer yes tidbit gleaned recent Post Dispatch newspaper borrowed Boston Globe concerning travel agents sort summarizes point woman needed know possible flight Detroit left 820 am got Chicago 833 am agent tried explain Michigan hour ahead Illinois could grasp concept time zones Finally agent told plane went very fast bought Consider travel agent instructor traveler student What buy student What works instructor Consider some examples lengths AMA has gone avoid pitfalls endorsements Have noticed Model Aviations new product sections product explained described arent cheers leers simply brought attention Some years ago AMA attempted produce safety film got bogged down several ways First what safe person viewed rough-cut version safe another Second virtually impossible portray negative features safety tips involving specific product AJvIA like big room doors door locked lock has different combination well give combination door want Fortunately open view other side same blue sky no wind smooth runway Clarence send details program Programs department care Education Coordinator specifics can made available club group desiring youd like contact Mr Ragland directly details about method write Clarence C Ragland 546 Niagara St Lockport NY 14094 c583 n 93HP 700 755 Lx W Prop26x 12$ 1225 3W Front Intake Motors now availsole Fran Intake motors well 3W-I 201B2-F$ 350 1196cc1729in5 8471bs llShp74Lx 122W 43% Giles G 2O2 Designed TOC Pilot Wolfgang Matt Wingspan 14 ength 110 G 202 featarec Ge -coated Fiberglass fuselage preoilt wings 5t5D5 removabie Sleeves Winflabe Snabtube installed Ailerons elevator ana raoder ready 3W-I40iB2-F hinged 1376cc/ 839 in5Landoggearsapport nstaed& Frewall 857 lbs 74Lxl25W metalIng 202 Kit$ 3Wl5rGiIes G 202 IS HP lwith 3W I20iB2/F 2195GiIes0I4OB2F $3295 Initially ava able 3W 781001201 40 iB2 Johnson Smoke Mufflers 3W 2 cycle oil 170 mx 3385 oz $1375 I99tTOC Hans $1250 Fsel Line Foot $70 3W Velocity StacKs $1795 Quality repair service 3W factory trained technician 3W-60i 3W-70i 3W-48 iB2 3W-78 B2 3W-120 iB2 3W-140 iB2 3W240iB2 Twin 23 HP 6 Ports ugs per cylinder $2295 $ 60 ccI36 in3 60 HP 528 lb x 40W Prop 22 x 12 70 cc/42 in3 • 65 HP 528 lb 601 x 40W Prop 22 x 12 48 cc/29 50 HP 454 lb x 03W Prop 20 x 12 78 cc/465 in3 74 HP 65 lb x II 0W Prop 24 x 10 1196 cc/729 in3 • 115 HP 847 lb 124W Prop 28x 12 1376 cc/839 K HP 858 lb 69L x 30W Prop 30 x 12 $585 $675 $795 $1095 $1350 $1530 Aircraft International Inc Phone 73276 1-0997 3W Sales & Service Center untry Meadow Drive s Neck N] 07722Fax 73276 8585 Visit website wwwaircraft-intlcom call Grand Opening Specials March 1999 89 MICRO DIGITAL MOTOR CONTROLLERS - SAFE NO GLITCH POVER ON SOFT LOV TORQUE $\START UP NIGH RATE SMALL SIZE LIGHT VEIGHT SELF ALIGNS TO YOUR TRANSMITTER NO ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY MICRO DEMON 100 2OAMP 1-14cELL 12 xO85 x039 13g/46oz wires 4700Hz includes setup LED 995 *N* MICRO DEMON 02 *NEW* 2OAMP 6-8CELL BEC BRAKE 21g/75oz wires 4700Hz 18 xO85 x039 includes setup LED$5995 SPEED DEMON200 35AMP 1-16CELL 16x10042 26g192oz wires 2400Hz.$8295 VIPER MODEL PRODUCTS 3475 Edicon icy Suite Menlo Park CA 94025 1500-5928473 VISA MASTERCARD carry notors include electronic auto advance ignition Smoke Mufflers 3W Motors made 3W-Modellmotoren 24cc 42 n3• 25 HP265 c. 39Lx275W Prop 18x 10 $ 479
Edition: Model Aviation - 1999/03
Page Numbers: 87, 88, 89
Edition: Model Aviation - 1999/03
Page Numbers: 87, 88, 89
U Bob Underwood &i4qUzKU U rvw q ~-i Its hard believe column has wandered through Model Aviation since October 1994 During span time has undergone transformationssome good some confusing some didnt work column became two-headed being following September 1995 after stepped down Technical Director proposal establishment Education Committee accepted began serving part-time Education Director Subsequently little year ago Newcomers column went back basics became clear education activity overrun part-time position full-time Education Coordinator hired above essence preamble thrust months offering Before share moments please consider following letter Clarence Ragland Lockport NY Last June AMAs Grand Event wife volunteered services times past offered share unique RC [Radio Control] flight training technique rest aeromodeling community realize claims appear too good true Thats made nine-hour trip Muncie sole purpose giving detractors organization proof positive Instant RC Wings real Rich LaGrange Randall Trumbull Carl Maroney other members would know difference between results normal buddy-box flight training what witnessed first-hand teaching method did indeed see something considered everyone Ive written possible Please Mr Underwood tell mc sincere efforts help has ignored everyone organization seems fear publicly acknowledge something know full well 100% truesomething could beneficial newcomers desperately looking better flight instruction Recently helped bring 24 highschool kids hobby Newfane High now has new accomplished RC pilots summer 98 Ive expanded program Tuscarora Indian Reservation another 28 kids called Walking Tall program Last summer 11 kids accumulated approximately 90 minutes stick time 40-size trainers am instructor way No crashes occurred several adults including school officials flew trainer What quite puzzling officials AMA refuses print accomplishments Model Aviation magazine Ive told officials what youve told cannot endorse program Mr Ragland [That] program bringing large numbers kids hobby RC flying cannot endorsed organization champions growth doesnt make sense school officials Enclosed some information may find interesting would very much like work AMA program due respect help would appreciated really necessary March 1999 87 F ON OWEN LESS HASSLE MORE FUN Dieselize Davis Diesel Its Awesome 4- Up 50% Power 4- Runs Twice Long 4- Same Easy Starting 4- Scale Sound 4- No Glow Plugs ROYAL DAVIS MU — P0 Box 141 DupeMA fd CT 06460 877-1670 SR FopAeod 5400 cred opplied fi~t oWes Davis Diesel Heads Over 100 models 049-36 ruin Worlds largest producer Model Diesel Fools Troaslorms 2510040 OU iS 4Otoo60 fObs 90 90 o 1 20 although would give organization credit helping bring newcomers takes time effort review offerings made column since October 1994 will find references programs types Some relate learning fly some learning build some promoting aeromodeling educational tool others simply motivational nature will find debates dedicated opposite viewpoints such concerning paid professional instructors versus volunteer club programs What will find statements endorse specific method Neither will cases find specific product reference Mr Ragland attributed phrase cannot endorse program Mr Ragland couple statement earlier comments letter seems imply behalf AMA told him method workable value Such case impression Mr Ragland gained am truly sorry humbly apologize What saidor least what tried statewas AMA does time endorse specific method way something should accomplished does try network member group interested ideas programs have submitted has included repeatedly column no reason copies Mr Raglands technique would sent interested parties right along hundreds other programs mailings go out Headquarters year wouldnt hard make case AMA should have single program RC flight instruction endorsed approved sanctioned official whatever other term want use After programs other interests treated manner Perhaps will happen some point may prove good move after 30 years professional educator active member hobby feel no way best comes teaching During 30 years teaching encountered countless methods answer Phonics out modern math gone whole language answer wasnt What learned quickly methods strengths weaknessesfor stockpiled strengths deep-sixed weaknesses applied ability relate children learner has different needs 88 Model Aviation ning personalities importantly teacher has flexible approach filling both have own teaching personality fact Mr Ragland has states significant success teaching RC flying using non-buddy box method commendable fits personal touch style applaud having reached young people Certainly would others comfortable instructor method However read above can envision heads wagging side side implying opinion buddy-box way go Which way right way answer yes tidbit gleaned recent Post Dispatch newspaper borrowed Boston Globe concerning travel agents sort summarizes point woman needed know possible flight Detroit left 820 am got Chicago 833 am agent tried explain Michigan hour ahead Illinois could grasp concept time zones Finally agent told plane went very fast bought Consider travel agent instructor traveler student What buy student What works instructor Consider some examples lengths AMA has gone avoid pitfalls endorsements Have noticed Model Aviations new product sections product explained described arent cheers leers simply brought attention Some years ago AMA attempted produce safety film got bogged down several ways First what safe person viewed rough-cut version safe another Second virtually impossible portray negative features safety tips involving specific product AJvIA like big room doors door locked lock has different combination well give combination door want Fortunately open view other side same blue sky no wind smooth runway Clarence send details program Programs department care Education Coordinator specifics can made available club group desiring youd like contact Mr Ragland directly details about method write Clarence C Ragland 546 Niagara St Lockport NY 14094 c583 n 93HP 700 755 Lx W Prop26x 12$ 1225 3W Front Intake Motors now availsole Fran Intake motors well 3W-I 201B2-F$ 350 1196cc1729in5 8471bs llShp74Lx 122W 43% Giles G 2O2 Designed TOC Pilot Wolfgang Matt Wingspan 14 ength 110 G 202 featarec Ge -coated Fiberglass fuselage preoilt wings 5t5D5 removabie Sleeves Winflabe Snabtube installed Ailerons elevator ana raoder ready 3W-I40iB2-F hinged 1376cc/ 839 in5Landoggearsapport nstaed& Frewall 857 lbs 74Lxl25W metalIng 202 Kit$ 3Wl5rGiIes G 202 IS HP lwith 3W I20iB2/F 2195GiIes0I4OB2F $3295 Initially ava able 3W 781001201 40 iB2 Johnson Smoke Mufflers 3W 2 cycle oil 170 mx 3385 oz $1375 I99tTOC Hans $1250 Fsel Line Foot $70 3W Velocity StacKs $1795 Quality repair service 3W factory trained technician 3W-60i 3W-70i 3W-48 iB2 3W-78 B2 3W-120 iB2 3W-140 iB2 3W240iB2 Twin 23 HP 6 Ports ugs per cylinder $2295 $ 60 ccI36 in3 60 HP 528 lb x 40W Prop 22 x 12 70 cc/42 in3 • 65 HP 528 lb 601 x 40W Prop 22 x 12 48 cc/29 50 HP 454 lb x 03W Prop 20 x 12 78 cc/465 in3 74 HP 65 lb x II 0W Prop 24 x 10 1196 cc/729 in3 • 115 HP 847 lb 124W Prop 28x 12 1376 cc/839 K HP 858 lb 69L x 30W Prop 30 x 12 $585 $675 $795 $1095 $1350 $1530 Aircraft International Inc Phone 73276 1-0997 3W Sales & Service Center untry Meadow Drive s Neck N] 07722Fax 73276 8585 Visit website wwwaircraft-intlcom call Grand Opening Specials March 1999 89 MICRO DIGITAL MOTOR CONTROLLERS - SAFE NO GLITCH POVER ON SOFT LOV TORQUE $\START UP NIGH RATE SMALL SIZE LIGHT VEIGHT SELF ALIGNS TO YOUR TRANSMITTER NO ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY MICRO DEMON 100 2OAMP 1-14cELL 12 xO85 x039 13g/46oz wires 4700Hz includes setup LED 995 *N* MICRO DEMON 02 *NEW* 2OAMP 6-8CELL BEC BRAKE 21g/75oz wires 4700Hz 18 xO85 x039 includes setup LED$5995 SPEED DEMON200 35AMP 1-16CELL 16x10042 26g192oz wires 2400Hz.$8295 VIPER MODEL PRODUCTS 3475 Edicon icy Suite Menlo Park CA 94025 1500-5928473 VISA MASTERCARD carry notors include electronic auto advance ignition Smoke Mufflers 3W Motors made 3W-Modellmotoren 24cc 42 n3• 25 HP265 c. 39Lx275W Prop 18x 10 $ 479
Edition: Model Aviation - 1999/03
Page Numbers: 87, 88, 89
U Bob Underwood &i4qUzKU U rvw q ~-i Its hard believe column has wandered through Model Aviation since October 1994 During span time has undergone transformationssome good some confusing some didnt work column became two-headed being following September 1995 after stepped down Technical Director proposal establishment Education Committee accepted began serving part-time Education Director Subsequently little year ago Newcomers column went back basics became clear education activity overrun part-time position full-time Education Coordinator hired above essence preamble thrust months offering Before share moments please consider following letter Clarence Ragland Lockport NY Last June AMAs Grand Event wife volunteered services times past offered share unique RC [Radio Control] flight training technique rest aeromodeling community realize claims appear too good true Thats made nine-hour trip Muncie sole purpose giving detractors organization proof positive Instant RC Wings real Rich LaGrange Randall Trumbull Carl Maroney other members would know difference between results normal buddy-box flight training what witnessed first-hand teaching method did indeed see something considered everyone Ive written possible Please Mr Underwood tell mc sincere efforts help has ignored everyone organization seems fear publicly acknowledge something know full well 100% truesomething could beneficial newcomers desperately looking better flight instruction Recently helped bring 24 highschool kids hobby Newfane High now has new accomplished RC pilots summer 98 Ive expanded program Tuscarora Indian Reservation another 28 kids called Walking Tall program Last summer 11 kids accumulated approximately 90 minutes stick time 40-size trainers am instructor way No crashes occurred several adults including school officials flew trainer What quite puzzling officials AMA refuses print accomplishments Model Aviation magazine Ive told officials what youve told cannot endorse program Mr Ragland [That] program bringing large numbers kids hobby RC flying cannot endorsed organization champions growth doesnt make sense school officials Enclosed some information may find interesting would very much like work AMA program due respect help would appreciated really necessary March 1999 87 F ON OWEN LESS HASSLE MORE FUN Dieselize Davis Diesel Its Awesome 4- Up 50% Power 4- Runs Twice Long 4- Same Easy Starting 4- Scale Sound 4- No Glow Plugs ROYAL DAVIS MU — P0 Box 141 DupeMA fd CT 06460 877-1670 SR FopAeod 5400 cred opplied fi~t oWes Davis Diesel Heads Over 100 models 049-36 ruin Worlds largest producer Model Diesel Fools Troaslorms 2510040 OU iS 4Otoo60 fObs 90 90 o 1 20 although would give organization credit helping bring newcomers takes time effort review offerings made column since October 1994 will find references programs types Some relate learning fly some learning build some promoting aeromodeling educational tool others simply motivational nature will find debates dedicated opposite viewpoints such concerning paid professional instructors versus volunteer club programs What will find statements endorse specific method Neither will cases find specific product reference Mr Ragland attributed phrase cannot endorse program Mr Ragland couple statement earlier comments letter seems imply behalf AMA told him method workable value Such case impression Mr Ragland gained am truly sorry humbly apologize What saidor least what tried statewas AMA does time endorse specific method way something should accomplished does try network member group interested ideas programs have submitted has included repeatedly column no reason copies Mr Raglands technique would sent interested parties right along hundreds other programs mailings go out Headquarters year wouldnt hard make case AMA should have single program RC flight instruction endorsed approved sanctioned official whatever other term want use After programs other interests treated manner Perhaps will happen some point may prove good move after 30 years professional educator active member hobby feel no way best comes teaching During 30 years teaching encountered countless methods answer Phonics out modern math gone whole language answer wasnt What learned quickly methods strengths weaknessesfor stockpiled strengths deep-sixed weaknesses applied ability relate children learner has different needs 88 Model Aviation ning personalities importantly teacher has flexible approach filling both have own teaching personality fact Mr Ragland has states significant success teaching RC flying using non-buddy box method commendable fits personal touch style applaud having reached young people Certainly would others comfortable instructor method However read above can envision heads wagging side side implying opinion buddy-box way go Which way right way answer yes tidbit gleaned recent Post Dispatch newspaper borrowed Boston Globe concerning travel agents sort summarizes point woman needed know possible flight Detroit left 820 am got Chicago 833 am agent tried explain Michigan hour ahead Illinois could grasp concept time zones Finally agent told plane went very fast bought Consider travel agent instructor traveler student What buy student What works instructor Consider some examples lengths AMA has gone avoid pitfalls endorsements Have noticed Model Aviations new product sections product explained described arent cheers leers simply brought attention Some years ago AMA attempted produce safety film got bogged down several ways First what safe person viewed rough-cut version safe another Second virtually impossible portray negative features safety tips involving specific product AJvIA like big room doors door locked lock has different combination well give combination door want Fortunately open view other side same blue sky no wind smooth runway Clarence send details program Programs department care Education Coordinator specifics can made available club group desiring youd like contact Mr Ragland directly details about method write Clarence C Ragland 546 Niagara St Lockport NY 14094 c583 n 93HP 700 755 Lx W Prop26x 12$ 1225 3W Front Intake Motors now availsole Fran Intake motors well 3W-I 201B2-F$ 350 1196cc1729in5 8471bs llShp74Lx 122W 43% Giles G 2O2 Designed TOC Pilot Wolfgang Matt Wingspan 14 ength 110 G 202 featarec Ge -coated Fiberglass fuselage preoilt wings 5t5D5 removabie Sleeves Winflabe Snabtube installed Ailerons elevator ana raoder ready 3W-I40iB2-F hinged 1376cc/ 839 in5Landoggearsapport nstaed& Frewall 857 lbs 74Lxl25W metalIng 202 Kit$ 3Wl5rGiIes G 202 IS HP lwith 3W I20iB2/F 2195GiIes0I4OB2F $3295 Initially ava able 3W 781001201 40 iB2 Johnson Smoke Mufflers 3W 2 cycle oil 170 mx 3385 oz $1375 I99tTOC Hans $1250 Fsel Line Foot $70 3W Velocity StacKs $1795 Quality repair service 3W factory trained technician 3W-60i 3W-70i 3W-48 iB2 3W-78 B2 3W-120 iB2 3W-140 iB2 3W240iB2 Twin 23 HP 6 Ports ugs per cylinder $2295 $ 60 ccI36 in3 60 HP 528 lb x 40W Prop 22 x 12 70 cc/42 in3 • 65 HP 528 lb 601 x 40W Prop 22 x 12 48 cc/29 50 HP 454 lb x 03W Prop 20 x 12 78 cc/465 in3 74 HP 65 lb x II 0W Prop 24 x 10 1196 cc/729 in3 • 115 HP 847 lb 124W Prop 28x 12 1376 cc/839 K HP 858 lb 69L x 30W Prop 30 x 12 $585 $675 $795 $1095 $1350 $1530 Aircraft International Inc Phone 73276 1-0997 3W Sales & Service Center untry Meadow Drive s Neck N] 07722Fax 73276 8585 Visit website wwwaircraft-intlcom call Grand Opening Specials March 1999 89 MICRO DIGITAL MOTOR CONTROLLERS - SAFE NO GLITCH POVER ON SOFT LOV TORQUE $\START UP NIGH RATE SMALL SIZE LIGHT VEIGHT SELF ALIGNS TO YOUR TRANSMITTER NO ADJUSTMENT NECESSARY MICRO DEMON 100 2OAMP 1-14cELL 12 xO85 x039 13g/46oz wires 4700Hz includes setup LED 995 *N* MICRO DEMON 02 *NEW* 2OAMP 6-8CELL BEC BRAKE 21g/75oz wires 4700Hz 18 xO85 x039 includes setup LED$5995 SPEED DEMON200 35AMP 1-16CELL 16x10042 26g192oz wires 2400Hz.$8295 VIPER MODEL PRODUCTS 3475 Edicon icy Suite Menlo Park CA 94025 1500-5928473 VISA MASTERCARD carry notors include electronic auto advance ignition Smoke Mufflers 3W Motors made 3W-Modellmotoren 24cc 42 n3• 25 HP265 c. 39Lx275W Prop 18x 10 $ 479
