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Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/03
Page Numbers: 59, 60, 62, 64

Bob Underwood 5S4 @hu fijj THIS MONTHS OFFERING comes under heading Been theredone people work diligently hiding attempting hide mistakes have perverse tendency let world know about Im certain Sigmund Freud something say about trait modern psychiatry would probably attribute condition some oblique comment mother made third birthday However paraphrased words Gone Wind character Frankly Scarlett dont give darn Life full situations can described lessons taughtlessons learned Unfortunately lessons often taught sometimes theyre never learned Consider following under heading lessons taught rest up you see what see critical time life occurred too long after started flying Pattern happened contest Columbia Missouri Saturday dawn brought beautiful blue sky dotted puffy white clouds gentle breeze perfect day point during first round flew model right set up slo o-o-w roll took eyes off model split second looked back couldnt find predominantly white model now tail-on line sight disappeared Fortunately caller could still see model calmly told roll pull up elevator did point model revealed planform view could see itkinda rest weekend slow rolls much shorter duration eye doctors appointment already scheduled following Monday assessment knowing about contest problem Wow need glasses Make certain having regular eye examinations can see model properly Free fighters RCers have greatest need youre Control Line flier cant see model its 60 70 feet away take up HO-gauge railroading No dummyyour other right Radio Control probably hardest lessons learn basic kindergarten stuff right left two times juxtaposition deadly duo rears ugly head first time comes finishing up model workshop Marvin Modeler has finished pride joy sits majestically workbench poised flight Marvin turns radio system checks controls Yep elevator goes up pulls stick toward him throttle opens pushes stick toward top transmitter rudder goes right pushes stick right right aileron goes up pushes stick right Whats wrong scene Marvin viewing model front rudder aileron wrongright make correct right Marvin heavens sake stand rear model look direction flight check two functions Fortunately Marvins club instructor will catch field PsstMarvin Im just trying keep feeling like dummy Marvin flying second part problem surfaces Unless model designed hy Burt Rutan will fly way around world will probably have turn fly himself number times during flight especially landing time several ways cope problem First can swing transmitter side body cranking head opposite way toward oncoming model kinda keeps right-left orientation dont feel thats very good method use Aside fact Marvin may wind up playing dueling antennas flier next him might also March 1996 59 decapitate instructor model coming toward some people use clue involving phrase like Move stick toward low wing model drifting off right models left comes direction move stick right low wing proper correction will occur course Marvin else fails listen instructor will shouting correct direction move stick What worked learned repeating over over like metronome direction model turning would stand chanting left left left until ready turn became right right right etc Did work Yep sure did others field may want say very quietly under breath lest think youre malicious misguided militant Youre never ready until youre ready small plastic bag hangs pegboard above workshop contains few bits pieces first scratchbuilt RC model didnt have chance name darned thing retrospect probably should have called Gone actually going use weekend first flew some final checking Saturday really nice day fly sunny warm calm could have passed up chance Well Marvin repeat mistake can say didnt learn lesson taught lost model first fight because didnt use time Id planned final check would love say model lost due rushing honesty cant roughest Scale model spent over year REPORT CARD ON HINGES After ten years everybody thinks schools out hinges Lets grade competition see needs classes SH-710 Pkg 24- 529a Materials Total Thickness Hinges rather ordinary item critical life model Dont save buck hinges crash buy use SIG EASY HINGES confidence SIG Easy Hinges DB D GP B C F GB ST Hinge ThicknessAAAABAB TearStrengthAAAABAB Surface TreatmentAFFFFFF D D C D C-iD LJOfl~UIflUtJISJLI OIULI sorHolesAAAAADD Glue Action WickingAABFFFF Delayed Cure Average Grade A 0 0 C BF C F 0F CF D What took CA hinge Experience no can match SIGs 10 years development use Hinge Correct thickness achieve balance between strength durability flexibility ease assembly No holes slots weaken hinge Special surface treatment secure grip facing comes off hinge will come out Facing Thin easy insert hinge Treated CA wicks across whole hinge wood Processed retard CA cure time correct mistake just surface bonds ALL surface bonds MATERIALS ThAT REALLY WORK EVERY TIME FOR LONG TIME Dont depend luck depend SIG EASY HINGESthe first still best name CA hinges 60 Model Aviation ision Sawing Tool Miter Saw Miter Saw hardened steel razor saw travels within precision guide allowing craftsman make accurate cuts wood plastic metal Miter Saw is constructed durable hardwood rigid glass filled nylon adjustable fence swings through arc precise degree marks positive stop 900 allows modeler make accurate repeatable cuts tight fits mitered corners Miter Saw excellent tool hobby requirements including * Model Airplane Ship parts * Model Railroad arid Train Layouts * Miniatures Furniture Picture Frames * Cutting Brass Copper Aluminum Tubing FOURMOST PRODUCTS Look other great products Irom Fourmost nearest hobby dealer direct orders include $3 50 Shipping 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 Price $1995 Product No FOR 153 HINEE SIG MFG CO INC 401-7 So Front St Montezuma IA 50171 623-5154 SCALE DOCUMENTATION Antiques Military Civilian Helicopters Sailplanes hove wAls hirgest aircraft doojmentaiion collection 5800 different Full color photo studies 1905-1996 33000 3-view line drawings New 1996 Catalog/Guide 188 pages HCanada/Mexico Si 000 Oniv $8 Overseas $1500 Bob Banka s ' Scale Model Research 14 Yukon Avenue a Mesa CA 92626 714 979-8058 didnt preflight result didnt pull out antenna model flew hundred yards Unfortunately controlled couple hundred feet Been theredone host other items could pass along probably will future issues Without elaborating two least landing takeoff rarely leave model up Mechanical things heal themselves aint working correctly now aint gonna work correctly later As closing thought let suggest nothing substitutes planning Yes know recreational activity Marvin life doesnt depend hope developing businesslike approach hobby/sport will certainly make enjoyable less costly Consider case van garage wife selected floor plan home recently built St Louis carefully measured make certain Dodge Maxi wagon owned carrying airplanes course would fit Careful measurement van revealed might have remove spare tire hanging vans back door would fit few inches spare Shortly after moved pulled van garage Much dismay discovered would need remove spare tire get bumper well No contractor hadnt blown No hadnt measured incorrectly Join Giants Help Promote l476rNon-CompetitiveI flILI ying Large RIC Air Craft II IMAA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight I MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON l NEW IJ RENEWAL Date19I Yearly Dues$1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US ElsewhereI Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIAlURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _____________________________________ Ph ________________________ I Street ______________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box ________________ _____________________State/Province ________________Zip _________________ IAMA Number________ MAAO ________Chapter _______ I IMAA______________________________ L TO IMAA Secretary DONE VINEYARD 0 205S HilIdaleRoacI a KS 67401I m 2 Model Aviation EDGE SANDER EASY way reoare balsa sheets wino skins For power reliability affordable servos TAKE COMMAND Compare value features quality II see more modelers choose Hobbico Command servos cars planes boats hells micro 1/4 scale get MORE performance LESS money So next time youre market servos dont take chances. take Commandl No matter what application theres Hobbico Command ervo thats right Micro CS-il ltra compact lightweight high speed servo Mini OS-31 l-size servo thats ideal electric hells planes Standard CS-51 est seller wide range 01 applications Low-Profile CS-63 act high-torque retract servo tits tight spaces Deluxe OS-55 aded 05-51 bearings Dual BB OS-67 ision servo dual ball bearings smooth operation 1/4 Scale 08-72 -torque servo hats perfect arge scale aircraft BBICO COMMA NDSer vas location dealer nearest please call 1 -800-682-8g48 mention code #047D dimension floor plan inside measurement footing failed take account brick facing sheeting studs door frame thickness door bought new van Now theres thing Ive done Education Committee Notes first video prepared cooperation Indiana Academy Ball State nearing completion scheduled November 5 features fifth-graders Muncie school visiting National Flying Site Frank Ehling Museum learning modeling full scale airplanes related film designed introduce later segments illustrate model aircraft can used classroom enhance virtually parts curriculum Plans underway teacher workshop during sutnmer 1996 oneworkshop-per-week program will designed introduce teachers aeromodeling provide some bands-on experience working youngsters Has club chapter applied YES Youth Education Stipend grant Three clubs have Two have already recommended Executive Council receive cash grants programs third iust received works * 64 Model Aviation shless DC Motors KJ & Digital ed Controller Call 716-662-5851 Brochure & Order fomi R S PrecisionSpecializing 21 Years Business ision Machining 5 Years making parts Prototype hobbier C Machining 138 PoInciana Pkwy Bering Cheektowaga NY 14225 istures Call tar Osote om Design Parts axm Motors716-684-8105 Custom Tools 57 Hawthome Dr. Orchard Pat* NY 14127 ML JIPi CAl IUJV Wing area 670 in2 4322 cm2 Weight 28 34 oz 790 960 g P MIDWEST PRODUCTS CO INC

Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/03
Page Numbers: 59, 60, 62, 64

Bob Underwood 5S4 @hu fijj THIS MONTHS OFFERING comes under heading Been theredone people work diligently hiding attempting hide mistakes have perverse tendency let world know about Im certain Sigmund Freud something say about trait modern psychiatry would probably attribute condition some oblique comment mother made third birthday However paraphrased words Gone Wind character Frankly Scarlett dont give darn Life full situations can described lessons taughtlessons learned Unfortunately lessons often taught sometimes theyre never learned Consider following under heading lessons taught rest up you see what see critical time life occurred too long after started flying Pattern happened contest Columbia Missouri Saturday dawn brought beautiful blue sky dotted puffy white clouds gentle breeze perfect day point during first round flew model right set up slo o-o-w roll took eyes off model split second looked back couldnt find predominantly white model now tail-on line sight disappeared Fortunately caller could still see model calmly told roll pull up elevator did point model revealed planform view could see itkinda rest weekend slow rolls much shorter duration eye doctors appointment already scheduled following Monday assessment knowing about contest problem Wow need glasses Make certain having regular eye examinations can see model properly Free fighters RCers have greatest need youre Control Line flier cant see model its 60 70 feet away take up HO-gauge railroading No dummyyour other right Radio Control probably hardest lessons learn basic kindergarten stuff right left two times juxtaposition deadly duo rears ugly head first time comes finishing up model workshop Marvin Modeler has finished pride joy sits majestically workbench poised flight Marvin turns radio system checks controls Yep elevator goes up pulls stick toward him throttle opens pushes stick toward top transmitter rudder goes right pushes stick right right aileron goes up pushes stick right Whats wrong scene Marvin viewing model front rudder aileron wrongright make correct right Marvin heavens sake stand rear model look direction flight check two functions Fortunately Marvins club instructor will catch field PsstMarvin Im just trying keep feeling like dummy Marvin flying second part problem surfaces Unless model designed hy Burt Rutan will fly way around world will probably have turn fly himself number times during flight especially landing time several ways cope problem First can swing transmitter side body cranking head opposite way toward oncoming model kinda keeps right-left orientation dont feel thats very good method use Aside fact Marvin may wind up playing dueling antennas flier next him might also March 1996 59 decapitate instructor model coming toward some people use clue involving phrase like Move stick toward low wing model drifting off right models left comes direction move stick right low wing proper correction will occur course Marvin else fails listen instructor will shouting correct direction move stick What worked learned repeating over over like metronome direction model turning would stand chanting left left left until ready turn became right right right etc Did work Yep sure did others field may want say very quietly under breath lest think youre malicious misguided militant Youre never ready until youre ready small plastic bag hangs pegboard above workshop contains few bits pieces first scratchbuilt RC model didnt have chance name darned thing retrospect probably should have called Gone actually going use weekend first flew some final checking Saturday really nice day fly sunny warm calm could have passed up chance Well Marvin repeat mistake can say didnt learn lesson taught lost model first fight because didnt use time Id planned final check would love say model lost due rushing honesty cant roughest Scale model spent over year REPORT CARD ON HINGES After ten years everybody thinks schools out hinges Lets grade competition see needs classes SH-710 Pkg 24- 529a Materials Total Thickness Hinges rather ordinary item critical life model Dont save buck hinges crash buy use SIG EASY HINGES confidence SIG Easy Hinges DB D GP B C F GB ST Hinge ThicknessAAAABAB TearStrengthAAAABAB Surface TreatmentAFFFFFF D D C D C-iD LJOfl~UIflUtJISJLI OIULI sorHolesAAAAADD Glue Action WickingAABFFFF Delayed Cure Average Grade A 0 0 C BF C F 0F CF D What took CA hinge Experience no can match SIGs 10 years development use Hinge Correct thickness achieve balance between strength durability flexibility ease assembly No holes slots weaken hinge Special surface treatment secure grip facing comes off hinge will come out Facing Thin easy insert hinge Treated CA wicks across whole hinge wood Processed retard CA cure time correct mistake just surface bonds ALL surface bonds MATERIALS ThAT REALLY WORK EVERY TIME FOR LONG TIME Dont depend luck depend SIG EASY HINGESthe first still best name CA hinges 60 Model Aviation ision Sawing Tool Miter Saw Miter Saw hardened steel razor saw travels within precision guide allowing craftsman make accurate cuts wood plastic metal Miter Saw is constructed durable hardwood rigid glass filled nylon adjustable fence swings through arc precise degree marks positive stop 900 allows modeler make accurate repeatable cuts tight fits mitered corners Miter Saw excellent tool hobby requirements including * Model Airplane Ship parts * Model Railroad arid Train Layouts * Miniatures Furniture Picture Frames * Cutting Brass Copper Aluminum Tubing FOURMOST PRODUCTS Look other great products Irom Fourmost nearest hobby dealer direct orders include $3 50 Shipping 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 Price $1995 Product No FOR 153 HINEE SIG MFG CO INC 401-7 So Front St Montezuma IA 50171 623-5154 SCALE DOCUMENTATION Antiques Military Civilian Helicopters Sailplanes hove wAls hirgest aircraft doojmentaiion collection 5800 different Full color photo studies 1905-1996 33000 3-view line drawings New 1996 Catalog/Guide 188 pages HCanada/Mexico Si 000 Oniv $8 Overseas $1500 Bob Banka s ' Scale Model Research 14 Yukon Avenue a Mesa CA 92626 714 979-8058 didnt preflight result didnt pull out antenna model flew hundred yards Unfortunately controlled couple hundred feet Been theredone host other items could pass along probably will future issues Without elaborating two least landing takeoff rarely leave model up Mechanical things heal themselves aint working correctly now aint gonna work correctly later As closing thought let suggest nothing substitutes planning Yes know recreational activity Marvin life doesnt depend hope developing businesslike approach hobby/sport will certainly make enjoyable less costly Consider case van garage wife selected floor plan home recently built St Louis carefully measured make certain Dodge Maxi wagon owned carrying airplanes course would fit Careful measurement van revealed might have remove spare tire hanging vans back door would fit few inches spare Shortly after moved pulled van garage Much dismay discovered would need remove spare tire get bumper well No contractor hadnt blown No hadnt measured incorrectly Join Giants Help Promote l476rNon-CompetitiveI flILI ying Large RIC Air Craft II IMAA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight I MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON l NEW IJ RENEWAL Date19I Yearly Dues$1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US ElsewhereI Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIAlURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _____________________________________ Ph ________________________ I Street ______________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box ________________ _____________________State/Province ________________Zip _________________ IAMA Number________ MAAO ________Chapter _______ I IMAA______________________________ L TO IMAA Secretary DONE VINEYARD 0 205S HilIdaleRoacI a KS 67401I m 2 Model Aviation EDGE SANDER EASY way reoare balsa sheets wino skins For power reliability affordable servos TAKE COMMAND Compare value features quality II see more modelers choose Hobbico Command servos cars planes boats hells micro 1/4 scale get MORE performance LESS money So next time youre market servos dont take chances. take Commandl No matter what application theres Hobbico Command ervo thats right Micro CS-il ltra compact lightweight high speed servo Mini OS-31 l-size servo thats ideal electric hells planes Standard CS-51 est seller wide range 01 applications Low-Profile CS-63 act high-torque retract servo tits tight spaces Deluxe OS-55 aded 05-51 bearings Dual BB OS-67 ision servo dual ball bearings smooth operation 1/4 Scale 08-72 -torque servo hats perfect arge scale aircraft BBICO COMMA NDSer vas location dealer nearest please call 1 -800-682-8g48 mention code #047D dimension floor plan inside measurement footing failed take account brick facing sheeting studs door frame thickness door bought new van Now theres thing Ive done Education Committee Notes first video prepared cooperation Indiana Academy Ball State nearing completion scheduled November 5 features fifth-graders Muncie school visiting National Flying Site Frank Ehling Museum learning modeling full scale airplanes related film designed introduce later segments illustrate model aircraft can used classroom enhance virtually parts curriculum Plans underway teacher workshop during sutnmer 1996 oneworkshop-per-week program will designed introduce teachers aeromodeling provide some bands-on experience working youngsters Has club chapter applied YES Youth Education Stipend grant Three clubs have Two have already recommended Executive Council receive cash grants programs third iust received works * 64 Model Aviation shless DC Motors KJ & Digital ed Controller Call 716-662-5851 Brochure & Order fomi R S PrecisionSpecializing 21 Years Business ision Machining 5 Years making parts Prototype hobbier C Machining 138 PoInciana Pkwy Bering Cheektowaga NY 14225 istures Call tar Osote om Design Parts axm Motors716-684-8105 Custom Tools 57 Hawthome Dr. Orchard Pat* NY 14127 ML JIPi CAl IUJV Wing area 670 in2 4322 cm2 Weight 28 34 oz 790 960 g P MIDWEST PRODUCTS CO INC

Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/03
Page Numbers: 59, 60, 62, 64

Bob Underwood 5S4 @hu fijj THIS MONTHS OFFERING comes under heading Been theredone people work diligently hiding attempting hide mistakes have perverse tendency let world know about Im certain Sigmund Freud something say about trait modern psychiatry would probably attribute condition some oblique comment mother made third birthday However paraphrased words Gone Wind character Frankly Scarlett dont give darn Life full situations can described lessons taughtlessons learned Unfortunately lessons often taught sometimes theyre never learned Consider following under heading lessons taught rest up you see what see critical time life occurred too long after started flying Pattern happened contest Columbia Missouri Saturday dawn brought beautiful blue sky dotted puffy white clouds gentle breeze perfect day point during first round flew model right set up slo o-o-w roll took eyes off model split second looked back couldnt find predominantly white model now tail-on line sight disappeared Fortunately caller could still see model calmly told roll pull up elevator did point model revealed planform view could see itkinda rest weekend slow rolls much shorter duration eye doctors appointment already scheduled following Monday assessment knowing about contest problem Wow need glasses Make certain having regular eye examinations can see model properly Free fighters RCers have greatest need youre Control Line flier cant see model its 60 70 feet away take up HO-gauge railroading No dummyyour other right Radio Control probably hardest lessons learn basic kindergarten stuff right left two times juxtaposition deadly duo rears ugly head first time comes finishing up model workshop Marvin Modeler has finished pride joy sits majestically workbench poised flight Marvin turns radio system checks controls Yep elevator goes up pulls stick toward him throttle opens pushes stick toward top transmitter rudder goes right pushes stick right right aileron goes up pushes stick right Whats wrong scene Marvin viewing model front rudder aileron wrongright make correct right Marvin heavens sake stand rear model look direction flight check two functions Fortunately Marvins club instructor will catch field PsstMarvin Im just trying keep feeling like dummy Marvin flying second part problem surfaces Unless model designed hy Burt Rutan will fly way around world will probably have turn fly himself number times during flight especially landing time several ways cope problem First can swing transmitter side body cranking head opposite way toward oncoming model kinda keeps right-left orientation dont feel thats very good method use Aside fact Marvin may wind up playing dueling antennas flier next him might also March 1996 59 decapitate instructor model coming toward some people use clue involving phrase like Move stick toward low wing model drifting off right models left comes direction move stick right low wing proper correction will occur course Marvin else fails listen instructor will shouting correct direction move stick What worked learned repeating over over like metronome direction model turning would stand chanting left left left until ready turn became right right right etc Did work Yep sure did others field may want say very quietly under breath lest think youre malicious misguided militant Youre never ready until youre ready small plastic bag hangs pegboard above workshop contains few bits pieces first scratchbuilt RC model didnt have chance name darned thing retrospect probably should have called Gone actually going use weekend first flew some final checking Saturday really nice day fly sunny warm calm could have passed up chance Well Marvin repeat mistake can say didnt learn lesson taught lost model first fight because didnt use time Id planned final check would love say model lost due rushing honesty cant roughest Scale model spent over year REPORT CARD ON HINGES After ten years everybody thinks schools out hinges Lets grade competition see needs classes SH-710 Pkg 24- 529a Materials Total Thickness Hinges rather ordinary item critical life model Dont save buck hinges crash buy use SIG EASY HINGES confidence SIG Easy Hinges DB D GP B C F GB ST Hinge ThicknessAAAABAB TearStrengthAAAABAB Surface TreatmentAFFFFFF D D C D C-iD LJOfl~UIflUtJISJLI OIULI sorHolesAAAAADD Glue Action WickingAABFFFF Delayed Cure Average Grade A 0 0 C BF C F 0F CF D What took CA hinge Experience no can match SIGs 10 years development use Hinge Correct thickness achieve balance between strength durability flexibility ease assembly No holes slots weaken hinge Special surface treatment secure grip facing comes off hinge will come out Facing Thin easy insert hinge Treated CA wicks across whole hinge wood Processed retard CA cure time correct mistake just surface bonds ALL surface bonds MATERIALS ThAT REALLY WORK EVERY TIME FOR LONG TIME Dont depend luck depend SIG EASY HINGESthe first still best name CA hinges 60 Model Aviation ision Sawing Tool Miter Saw Miter Saw hardened steel razor saw travels within precision guide allowing craftsman make accurate cuts wood plastic metal Miter Saw is constructed durable hardwood rigid glass filled nylon adjustable fence swings through arc precise degree marks positive stop 900 allows modeler make accurate repeatable cuts tight fits mitered corners Miter Saw excellent tool hobby requirements including * Model Airplane Ship parts * Model Railroad arid Train Layouts * Miniatures Furniture Picture Frames * Cutting Brass Copper Aluminum Tubing FOURMOST PRODUCTS Look other great products Irom Fourmost nearest hobby dealer direct orders include $3 50 Shipping 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 Price $1995 Product No FOR 153 HINEE SIG MFG CO INC 401-7 So Front St Montezuma IA 50171 623-5154 SCALE DOCUMENTATION Antiques Military Civilian Helicopters Sailplanes hove wAls hirgest aircraft doojmentaiion collection 5800 different Full color photo studies 1905-1996 33000 3-view line drawings New 1996 Catalog/Guide 188 pages HCanada/Mexico Si 000 Oniv $8 Overseas $1500 Bob Banka s ' Scale Model Research 14 Yukon Avenue a Mesa CA 92626 714 979-8058 didnt preflight result didnt pull out antenna model flew hundred yards Unfortunately controlled couple hundred feet Been theredone host other items could pass along probably will future issues Without elaborating two least landing takeoff rarely leave model up Mechanical things heal themselves aint working correctly now aint gonna work correctly later As closing thought let suggest nothing substitutes planning Yes know recreational activity Marvin life doesnt depend hope developing businesslike approach hobby/sport will certainly make enjoyable less costly Consider case van garage wife selected floor plan home recently built St Louis carefully measured make certain Dodge Maxi wagon owned carrying airplanes course would fit Careful measurement van revealed might have remove spare tire hanging vans back door would fit few inches spare Shortly after moved pulled van garage Much dismay discovered would need remove spare tire get bumper well No contractor hadnt blown No hadnt measured incorrectly Join Giants Help Promote l476rNon-CompetitiveI flILI ying Large RIC Air Craft II IMAA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight I MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON l NEW IJ RENEWAL Date19I Yearly Dues$1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US ElsewhereI Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIAlURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _____________________________________ Ph ________________________ I Street ______________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box ________________ _____________________State/Province ________________Zip _________________ IAMA Number________ MAAO ________Chapter _______ I IMAA______________________________ L TO IMAA Secretary DONE VINEYARD 0 205S HilIdaleRoacI a KS 67401I m 2 Model Aviation EDGE SANDER EASY way reoare balsa sheets wino skins For power reliability affordable servos TAKE COMMAND Compare value features quality II see more modelers choose Hobbico Command servos cars planes boats hells micro 1/4 scale get MORE performance LESS money So next time youre market servos dont take chances. take Commandl No matter what application theres Hobbico Command ervo thats right Micro CS-il ltra compact lightweight high speed servo Mini OS-31 l-size servo thats ideal electric hells planes Standard CS-51 est seller wide range 01 applications Low-Profile CS-63 act high-torque retract servo tits tight spaces Deluxe OS-55 aded 05-51 bearings Dual BB OS-67 ision servo dual ball bearings smooth operation 1/4 Scale 08-72 -torque servo hats perfect arge scale aircraft BBICO COMMA NDSer vas location dealer nearest please call 1 -800-682-8g48 mention code #047D dimension floor plan inside measurement footing failed take account brick facing sheeting studs door frame thickness door bought new van Now theres thing Ive done Education Committee Notes first video prepared cooperation Indiana Academy Ball State nearing completion scheduled November 5 features fifth-graders Muncie school visiting National Flying Site Frank Ehling Museum learning modeling full scale airplanes related film designed introduce later segments illustrate model aircraft can used classroom enhance virtually parts curriculum Plans underway teacher workshop during sutnmer 1996 oneworkshop-per-week program will designed introduce teachers aeromodeling provide some bands-on experience working youngsters Has club chapter applied YES Youth Education Stipend grant Three clubs have Two have already recommended Executive Council receive cash grants programs third iust received works * 64 Model Aviation shless DC Motors KJ & Digital ed Controller Call 716-662-5851 Brochure & Order fomi R S PrecisionSpecializing 21 Years Business ision Machining 5 Years making parts Prototype hobbier C Machining 138 PoInciana Pkwy Bering Cheektowaga NY 14225 istures Call tar Osote om Design Parts axm Motors716-684-8105 Custom Tools 57 Hawthome Dr. Orchard Pat* NY 14127 ML JIPi CAl IUJV Wing area 670 in2 4322 cm2 Weight 28 34 oz 790 960 g P MIDWEST PRODUCTS CO INC

Author: B. Underwood


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/03
Page Numbers: 59, 60, 62, 64

Bob Underwood 5S4 @hu fijj THIS MONTHS OFFERING comes under heading Been theredone people work diligently hiding attempting hide mistakes have perverse tendency let world know about Im certain Sigmund Freud something say about trait modern psychiatry would probably attribute condition some oblique comment mother made third birthday However paraphrased words Gone Wind character Frankly Scarlett dont give darn Life full situations can described lessons taughtlessons learned Unfortunately lessons often taught sometimes theyre never learned Consider following under heading lessons taught rest up you see what see critical time life occurred too long after started flying Pattern happened contest Columbia Missouri Saturday dawn brought beautiful blue sky dotted puffy white clouds gentle breeze perfect day point during first round flew model right set up slo o-o-w roll took eyes off model split second looked back couldnt find predominantly white model now tail-on line sight disappeared Fortunately caller could still see model calmly told roll pull up elevator did point model revealed planform view could see itkinda rest weekend slow rolls much shorter duration eye doctors appointment already scheduled following Monday assessment knowing about contest problem Wow need glasses Make certain having regular eye examinations can see model properly Free fighters RCers have greatest need youre Control Line flier cant see model its 60 70 feet away take up HO-gauge railroading No dummyyour other right Radio Control probably hardest lessons learn basic kindergarten stuff right left two times juxtaposition deadly duo rears ugly head first time comes finishing up model workshop Marvin Modeler has finished pride joy sits majestically workbench poised flight Marvin turns radio system checks controls Yep elevator goes up pulls stick toward him throttle opens pushes stick toward top transmitter rudder goes right pushes stick right right aileron goes up pushes stick right Whats wrong scene Marvin viewing model front rudder aileron wrongright make correct right Marvin heavens sake stand rear model look direction flight check two functions Fortunately Marvins club instructor will catch field PsstMarvin Im just trying keep feeling like dummy Marvin flying second part problem surfaces Unless model designed hy Burt Rutan will fly way around world will probably have turn fly himself number times during flight especially landing time several ways cope problem First can swing transmitter side body cranking head opposite way toward oncoming model kinda keeps right-left orientation dont feel thats very good method use Aside fact Marvin may wind up playing dueling antennas flier next him might also March 1996 59 decapitate instructor model coming toward some people use clue involving phrase like Move stick toward low wing model drifting off right models left comes direction move stick right low wing proper correction will occur course Marvin else fails listen instructor will shouting correct direction move stick What worked learned repeating over over like metronome direction model turning would stand chanting left left left until ready turn became right right right etc Did work Yep sure did others field may want say very quietly under breath lest think youre malicious misguided militant Youre never ready until youre ready small plastic bag hangs pegboard above workshop contains few bits pieces first scratchbuilt RC model didnt have chance name darned thing retrospect probably should have called Gone actually going use weekend first flew some final checking Saturday really nice day fly sunny warm calm could have passed up chance Well Marvin repeat mistake can say didnt learn lesson taught lost model first fight because didnt use time Id planned final check would love say model lost due rushing honesty cant roughest Scale model spent over year REPORT CARD ON HINGES After ten years everybody thinks schools out hinges Lets grade competition see needs classes SH-710 Pkg 24- 529a Materials Total Thickness Hinges rather ordinary item critical life model Dont save buck hinges crash buy use SIG EASY HINGES confidence SIG Easy Hinges DB D GP B C F GB ST Hinge ThicknessAAAABAB TearStrengthAAAABAB Surface TreatmentAFFFFFF D D C D C-iD LJOfl~UIflUtJISJLI OIULI sorHolesAAAAADD Glue Action WickingAABFFFF Delayed Cure Average Grade A 0 0 C BF C F 0F CF D What took CA hinge Experience no can match SIGs 10 years development use Hinge Correct thickness achieve balance between strength durability flexibility ease assembly No holes slots weaken hinge Special surface treatment secure grip facing comes off hinge will come out Facing Thin easy insert hinge Treated CA wicks across whole hinge wood Processed retard CA cure time correct mistake just surface bonds ALL surface bonds MATERIALS ThAT REALLY WORK EVERY TIME FOR LONG TIME Dont depend luck depend SIG EASY HINGESthe first still best name CA hinges 60 Model Aviation ision Sawing Tool Miter Saw Miter Saw hardened steel razor saw travels within precision guide allowing craftsman make accurate cuts wood plastic metal Miter Saw is constructed durable hardwood rigid glass filled nylon adjustable fence swings through arc precise degree marks positive stop 900 allows modeler make accurate repeatable cuts tight fits mitered corners Miter Saw excellent tool hobby requirements including * Model Airplane Ship parts * Model Railroad arid Train Layouts * Miniatures Furniture Picture Frames * Cutting Brass Copper Aluminum Tubing FOURMOST PRODUCTS Look other great products Irom Fourmost nearest hobby dealer direct orders include $3 50 Shipping 4040 24th Avenue Forest Grove OR 97116 Price $1995 Product No FOR 153 HINEE SIG MFG CO INC 401-7 So Front St Montezuma IA 50171 623-5154 SCALE DOCUMENTATION Antiques Military Civilian Helicopters Sailplanes hove wAls hirgest aircraft doojmentaiion collection 5800 different Full color photo studies 1905-1996 33000 3-view line drawings New 1996 Catalog/Guide 188 pages HCanada/Mexico Si 000 Oniv $8 Overseas $1500 Bob Banka s ' Scale Model Research 14 Yukon Avenue a Mesa CA 92626 714 979-8058 didnt preflight result didnt pull out antenna model flew hundred yards Unfortunately controlled couple hundred feet Been theredone host other items could pass along probably will future issues Without elaborating two least landing takeoff rarely leave model up Mechanical things heal themselves aint working correctly now aint gonna work correctly later As closing thought let suggest nothing substitutes planning Yes know recreational activity Marvin life doesnt depend hope developing businesslike approach hobby/sport will certainly make enjoyable less costly Consider case van garage wife selected floor plan home recently built St Louis carefully measured make certain Dodge Maxi wagon owned carrying airplanes course would fit Careful measurement van revealed might have remove spare tire hanging vans back door would fit few inches spare Shortly after moved pulled van garage Much dismay discovered would need remove spare tire get bumper well No contractor hadnt blown No hadnt measured incorrectly Join Giants Help Promote l476rNon-CompetitiveI flILI ying Large RIC Air Craft II IMAA membership includes quarterly magazine High Flight I MEMBERSHIP APPLICATiON l NEW IJ RENEWAL Date19I Yearly Dues$1500 USA $2000 US Canada & Mexico $3000 US ElsewhereI Make CHECK MONEY ORDER Payable INTERNATiONAL MINIAlURE AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION INC I Name _____________________________________ Ph ________________________ I Street ______________________________________ P0 Box/Route Box ________________ _____________________State/Province ________________Zip _________________ IAMA Number________ MAAO ________Chapter _______ I IMAA______________________________ L TO IMAA Secretary DONE VINEYARD 0 205S HilIdaleRoacI a KS 67401I m 2 Model Aviation EDGE SANDER EASY way reoare balsa sheets wino skins For power reliability affordable servos TAKE COMMAND Compare value 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