104 MODEL AVIATION
WELCOME to the June RC Giants column.
This month you will read about two great
products designed for larger models. In
addition, three of our fellow AMA members
who enjoy building and flying RC Giants will
be featured.
I planned to write the final report on the
finishing touches and test flight of the Kangke
(SuperKraft) Rearwin Speedster ARF for this
column. Because of the extreme winter
weather that has plagued the Northeast this
past month, I have not been able to test-fly the
model. (My June column is actually written in
late January and submitted to Model Aviation
in early February.)
The aircraft is ready to go, and if weather
permits, keep an eye out for the Rearwin in an
upcoming column.
Solo Adjustable-Pitch Propellers: I have
purchased a Solo adjustable-pitch propeller
from NRG Research Ltd. for one of my RC
Giant projects. The workmanship, detail, and
overall appearance are superb. I was
immediately taken with the design and
scalelike appearance of the adjustable-pitch
propeller. I intend to install and test this on
my 30% scratch-built Gee Bee Model D
Sportster. When I have done so, I will report
on my experiences.
According to the manufacturer, the Solo
adjustable-pitch propeller was designed to be
used on Giant Scale RC models and can be
ordered with the appropriate mounting
hardware for nearly any engine larger than 1
cubic inch (16cc) in size. Pitch adjustment is
quick and accurate. The blades can be ordered
in two shapes—rounded or square tip—and
are made from maple.
One of the main advantages to using an
adjustable-pitch propeller is the ability to
properly load your engine to optimize
performance. The blades are available in 16-
to 32-inch diameters and come precisionbalanced
from the manufacturer.
The propeller shown is a standard twoblade
configuration. Solo propellers are also
available in a three-blade configuration. The
Sal Calvagna, 1335 Broadway Ave., Holbrook NY 11741; E-mail: [email protected]
RADIO CONTROL GIANTS
The Solo adjustable-pitch propeller blades can be purchased
separately and in diameters of up to 32 inches.
Arizona Model Aircrafters spoked-wheel kits come with
directions and illustrations for alignment.
The spoked-wheel kits can be assembled in a variety of
configurations. Music wire is used to make the spokes.
This 180-inch-span, scratch-built Boeing Stratocruiser was built
by Carl Bachhuber of Mayville, Wisconsin.
AM
A
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106 MODEL AVIATION
two-blade assembly ranges in price from
$105 for the 16-inch-diameter blade to $137
for the 32-inch-diameter one. The threeblade
assembly costs between $138.50 and
$186.50.
For more information regarding the Solo
adjustable-pitch propeller, write directly to
the manufacturer at NRG Research Ltd.,
7490 L & A Rd., Vernon BC Canada V1B
3S4, or call the company at (250) 549-7134.
You can visit the Solo Web site at www.solo
props.com.
If your next RC Giant model absolutely must
have genuine spoked wheels—not babycarriage
wheels—for it to be right, then
Arizona Model Aircrafters is a company you
need to contact. The company sells affordable
spoked-wheel kits that are lightweight and
sturdy with sizes from 1 to 10 inches in
diameter.
These wheels feature CNC-machined
aluminum scale rims and CNC-machined
brass hubs. They are available in 40-spoke
German or French patterns or 64-spoke
British patterns. Others are available upon
request. These wheels are easy to assemble
with silver solder.
All wheel kits come with complete
directions and illustrations for alignment
during construction. They can be assembled in
a variety of configurations suitable to your
Scale subject. Large-wheel kit options include
natural gum tires (tan rubber) for an additional
$15 per tire and/or laser-etched sidewall
lettering and logos, priced by quotation only.
One photo shows a pair of 7-inch wheels
This Ziroli F4U Corsair was built by Slick Larsen of Marietta,
Georgia. At 86 years old, Slick is an inspiration!
Jerry Smith of Acworth, Georgia, designed this 32.5%, 23-pound
Staudacher for LanierRC.
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SPINNERS
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as they arrive in kit form. All that is needed to
complete the wheel is the appropriate size of
music wire used to make the spokes and some
silver solder.
The other photo shows the completed
spoked wheel. They were not difficult to
assemble and required only a couple hours of
soldering.
For more information about the Arizona
Model Aircrafters wheel kits or other fine
products, contact the company at (480) 348-
3733; visit the Web site at www.arizona
models.com/; or write to Airpark Plaza,
14715 N. 78th Way Unit 600, Scottsdale
AZ 85260.
Giant Boeing Stratocruiser: Carl Bachhuber
of Mayville, Wisconsin, has done it again
with his latest super Giant model. This time
Carl has built a 180-inch-wingspan version of
a Boeing Model 377 Stratocruiser.
The aircraft is 140 inches long and is
powered by four Zenoah G-26 engines. It has
scratch-built retracts, Robart brakes, and huge
Fowler flaps. Construction is standard
utilizing balsa, light plywood, epoxy, and
cloth covering. After sanding and priming,
Carl used a polyester Mylar tape burnished to
simulate aluminum panels. Carl drew the
plans using the ModelCad program. The
airplane weighs 81 pounds.
AMA regulations limit RC models to 55
pounds, but a special waiver for flight
demonstrations by aircraft that weigh as
much as 100 pounds can be obtained. These
aircraft receive close inspection and must be
signed off on in order to be flown at AMA
events.
For more information about Carl’s other
fantastic RC Giants, visit his Web site at
www.carlb-rcplanes.com/.
Slick Corsair: Slick Larsen of Marietta,
Georgia, is shown with his Ziroli F4U
Corsair. The model is powered by a Zenoah
G-62 gas engine and weighs 26 pounds.
Slick is one of the oldest practicing RC
Giant modelers in the United States. At age
86, he builds and flies his own models with
the passion of people decades younger.
What drives Slick is the need for
something to keep him busy. He owns
more than 50 Giant Scale models that he
keeps in his basement, including the first
one he ever built. Slick has become a fan
of the Nick Ziroli Giant Scale designs. He
owns five of Nick’s designs and is
working on a Grumman Hellcat.
Slick has his own special way of building.
A trip to the lumber company nets him a
plank of hardwood which he saws into sticks
for stringers and longerons.
All of the airplanes with round fuselages
are built on a stick (crutch). A long stick is
supported on both ends, and the fuselage
bulkheads are temporarily glued and spaced
properly along the stick. Then stringers are
added to support the bulkheads and add
shape.
The completed fuselage is planked using
white glue. Once framed and sheeted, the
bulkhead supports are cut loose and the stick
is removed. Slick calls this method “building
on a stick.”
All of Slick’s airplanes are covered with
lightweight Ceconite that is adhered to the
airframe with Balsarite. When the covering is
shrunk, a coat of dope mixed with talcum
powder is applied to fill the weave in the
cloth. He uses several coats of colored dope
to finish the model.
Thanks for being an inspiration for all
Giant Scale modelers, Slick!
Jerry Smith of Acworth, Georgia, is shown
with his 32.5% Staudacher that he designed
for LanierRC. The Staudacher is a built-up,
laser-cut kit powered by a Zenoah GT-80. It
weighs 23 pounds.
Jerry has designed many airplanes for
LanierRC during the last 14 years. One of his
most popular designs is the Stinger series that
has sold thousands. Many of his designs are
also available as ARFs.
In addition to his model designs, Jerry has
been photographing and writing about models
for many years. His kit reviews, event
coverages, and cover photographs have
graced the pages of hobby magazines for
many years. Jerry authors the “For What It’s
Worth” column in RC Modeler magazine.
Jerry proudly states that he has been
involved with model airplanes since he was
10 years old, has been flying RC since 1956,
and confesses that modeling remains his
passion. It is a pleasure to see Jerry on the
lens side of the camera this time. Keep up the
good work!
I have surpassed my allotted word count, so
it’s time to end. Stay well and please don’t fly
alone. It’s always better if you bring a friend
to share the experience.
See you next month. MA
110 MODEL AVIATION
OVER 100 LITHIUM-ION
BATTERY PACKS TO
CHOOSE FROM
MULTI-VOLTAGE MODULES
POWER REGULATORS
CHARGERS
CLIP-ON-COCKPIT
TELEMETRY SYSTEM
R/C Power Solutions
“...Great Products...
Great Customer Service...”
2002 TOC CHAMPION
CHIP HYDE
FROM MICRO-FLYERS...
...TO GIANT SCALE...
...LAND, SEA AND AIR...
WE HAVE A POWER SYSTEM
THAT’S “LITE” FOR YOU!
Contact:
Skyborn Electronics
3405 Express Dr.
Garland, TX 75041
972-267-5099 Fax: 972-271-3529
www.rcpowerflite.com
[email protected]
06sig4.QXD 3/24/04 12:28 pm Page 110
Edition: Model Aviation - 2004/06
Page Numbers: 104,106,110
Edition: Model Aviation - 2004/06
Page Numbers: 104,106,110
104 MODEL AVIATION
WELCOME to the June RC Giants column.
This month you will read about two great
products designed for larger models. In
addition, three of our fellow AMA members
who enjoy building and flying RC Giants will
be featured.
I planned to write the final report on the
finishing touches and test flight of the Kangke
(SuperKraft) Rearwin Speedster ARF for this
column. Because of the extreme winter
weather that has plagued the Northeast this
past month, I have not been able to test-fly the
model. (My June column is actually written in
late January and submitted to Model Aviation
in early February.)
The aircraft is ready to go, and if weather
permits, keep an eye out for the Rearwin in an
upcoming column.
Solo Adjustable-Pitch Propellers: I have
purchased a Solo adjustable-pitch propeller
from NRG Research Ltd. for one of my RC
Giant projects. The workmanship, detail, and
overall appearance are superb. I was
immediately taken with the design and
scalelike appearance of the adjustable-pitch
propeller. I intend to install and test this on
my 30% scratch-built Gee Bee Model D
Sportster. When I have done so, I will report
on my experiences.
According to the manufacturer, the Solo
adjustable-pitch propeller was designed to be
used on Giant Scale RC models and can be
ordered with the appropriate mounting
hardware for nearly any engine larger than 1
cubic inch (16cc) in size. Pitch adjustment is
quick and accurate. The blades can be ordered
in two shapes—rounded or square tip—and
are made from maple.
One of the main advantages to using an
adjustable-pitch propeller is the ability to
properly load your engine to optimize
performance. The blades are available in 16-
to 32-inch diameters and come precisionbalanced
from the manufacturer.
The propeller shown is a standard twoblade
configuration. Solo propellers are also
available in a three-blade configuration. The
Sal Calvagna, 1335 Broadway Ave., Holbrook NY 11741; E-mail: [email protected]
RADIO CONTROL GIANTS
The Solo adjustable-pitch propeller blades can be purchased
separately and in diameters of up to 32 inches.
Arizona Model Aircrafters spoked-wheel kits come with
directions and illustrations for alignment.
The spoked-wheel kits can be assembled in a variety of
configurations. Music wire is used to make the spokes.
This 180-inch-span, scratch-built Boeing Stratocruiser was built
by Carl Bachhuber of Mayville, Wisconsin.
AM
A
06sig4.QXD 3/24/04 12:26 pm Page 104
106 MODEL AVIATION
two-blade assembly ranges in price from
$105 for the 16-inch-diameter blade to $137
for the 32-inch-diameter one. The threeblade
assembly costs between $138.50 and
$186.50.
For more information regarding the Solo
adjustable-pitch propeller, write directly to
the manufacturer at NRG Research Ltd.,
7490 L & A Rd., Vernon BC Canada V1B
3S4, or call the company at (250) 549-7134.
You can visit the Solo Web site at www.solo
props.com.
If your next RC Giant model absolutely must
have genuine spoked wheels—not babycarriage
wheels—for it to be right, then
Arizona Model Aircrafters is a company you
need to contact. The company sells affordable
spoked-wheel kits that are lightweight and
sturdy with sizes from 1 to 10 inches in
diameter.
These wheels feature CNC-machined
aluminum scale rims and CNC-machined
brass hubs. They are available in 40-spoke
German or French patterns or 64-spoke
British patterns. Others are available upon
request. These wheels are easy to assemble
with silver solder.
All wheel kits come with complete
directions and illustrations for alignment
during construction. They can be assembled in
a variety of configurations suitable to your
Scale subject. Large-wheel kit options include
natural gum tires (tan rubber) for an additional
$15 per tire and/or laser-etched sidewall
lettering and logos, priced by quotation only.
One photo shows a pair of 7-inch wheels
This Ziroli F4U Corsair was built by Slick Larsen of Marietta,
Georgia. At 86 years old, Slick is an inspiration!
Jerry Smith of Acworth, Georgia, designed this 32.5%, 23-pound
Staudacher for LanierRC.
3 AND 4 BLADE
SPINNERS
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06sig4.QXD 3/24/04 12:27 pm Page 106
as they arrive in kit form. All that is needed to
complete the wheel is the appropriate size of
music wire used to make the spokes and some
silver solder.
The other photo shows the completed
spoked wheel. They were not difficult to
assemble and required only a couple hours of
soldering.
For more information about the Arizona
Model Aircrafters wheel kits or other fine
products, contact the company at (480) 348-
3733; visit the Web site at www.arizona
models.com/; or write to Airpark Plaza,
14715 N. 78th Way Unit 600, Scottsdale
AZ 85260.
Giant Boeing Stratocruiser: Carl Bachhuber
of Mayville, Wisconsin, has done it again
with his latest super Giant model. This time
Carl has built a 180-inch-wingspan version of
a Boeing Model 377 Stratocruiser.
The aircraft is 140 inches long and is
powered by four Zenoah G-26 engines. It has
scratch-built retracts, Robart brakes, and huge
Fowler flaps. Construction is standard
utilizing balsa, light plywood, epoxy, and
cloth covering. After sanding and priming,
Carl used a polyester Mylar tape burnished to
simulate aluminum panels. Carl drew the
plans using the ModelCad program. The
airplane weighs 81 pounds.
AMA regulations limit RC models to 55
pounds, but a special waiver for flight
demonstrations by aircraft that weigh as
much as 100 pounds can be obtained. These
aircraft receive close inspection and must be
signed off on in order to be flown at AMA
events.
For more information about Carl’s other
fantastic RC Giants, visit his Web site at
www.carlb-rcplanes.com/.
Slick Corsair: Slick Larsen of Marietta,
Georgia, is shown with his Ziroli F4U
Corsair. The model is powered by a Zenoah
G-62 gas engine and weighs 26 pounds.
Slick is one of the oldest practicing RC
Giant modelers in the United States. At age
86, he builds and flies his own models with
the passion of people decades younger.
What drives Slick is the need for
something to keep him busy. He owns
more than 50 Giant Scale models that he
keeps in his basement, including the first
one he ever built. Slick has become a fan
of the Nick Ziroli Giant Scale designs. He
owns five of Nick’s designs and is
working on a Grumman Hellcat.
Slick has his own special way of building.
A trip to the lumber company nets him a
plank of hardwood which he saws into sticks
for stringers and longerons.
All of the airplanes with round fuselages
are built on a stick (crutch). A long stick is
supported on both ends, and the fuselage
bulkheads are temporarily glued and spaced
properly along the stick. Then stringers are
added to support the bulkheads and add
shape.
The completed fuselage is planked using
white glue. Once framed and sheeted, the
bulkhead supports are cut loose and the stick
is removed. Slick calls this method “building
on a stick.”
All of Slick’s airplanes are covered with
lightweight Ceconite that is adhered to the
airframe with Balsarite. When the covering is
shrunk, a coat of dope mixed with talcum
powder is applied to fill the weave in the
cloth. He uses several coats of colored dope
to finish the model.
Thanks for being an inspiration for all
Giant Scale modelers, Slick!
Jerry Smith of Acworth, Georgia, is shown
with his 32.5% Staudacher that he designed
for LanierRC. The Staudacher is a built-up,
laser-cut kit powered by a Zenoah GT-80. It
weighs 23 pounds.
Jerry has designed many airplanes for
LanierRC during the last 14 years. One of his
most popular designs is the Stinger series that
has sold thousands. Many of his designs are
also available as ARFs.
In addition to his model designs, Jerry has
been photographing and writing about models
for many years. His kit reviews, event
coverages, and cover photographs have
graced the pages of hobby magazines for
many years. Jerry authors the “For What It’s
Worth” column in RC Modeler magazine.
Jerry proudly states that he has been
involved with model airplanes since he was
10 years old, has been flying RC since 1956,
and confesses that modeling remains his
passion. It is a pleasure to see Jerry on the
lens side of the camera this time. Keep up the
good work!
I have surpassed my allotted word count, so
it’s time to end. Stay well and please don’t fly
alone. It’s always better if you bring a friend
to share the experience.
See you next month. MA
110 MODEL AVIATION
OVER 100 LITHIUM-ION
BATTERY PACKS TO
CHOOSE FROM
MULTI-VOLTAGE MODULES
POWER REGULATORS
CHARGERS
CLIP-ON-COCKPIT
TELEMETRY SYSTEM
R/C Power Solutions
“...Great Products...
Great Customer Service...”
2002 TOC CHAMPION
CHIP HYDE
FROM MICRO-FLYERS...
...TO GIANT SCALE...
...LAND, SEA AND AIR...
WE HAVE A POWER SYSTEM
THAT’S “LITE” FOR YOU!
Contact:
Skyborn Electronics
3405 Express Dr.
Garland, TX 75041
972-267-5099 Fax: 972-271-3529
www.rcpowerflite.com
[email protected]
06sig4.QXD 3/24/04 12:28 pm Page 110
Edition: Model Aviation - 2004/06
Page Numbers: 104,106,110
104 MODEL AVIATION
WELCOME to the June RC Giants column.
This month you will read about two great
products designed for larger models. In
addition, three of our fellow AMA members
who enjoy building and flying RC Giants will
be featured.
I planned to write the final report on the
finishing touches and test flight of the Kangke
(SuperKraft) Rearwin Speedster ARF for this
column. Because of the extreme winter
weather that has plagued the Northeast this
past month, I have not been able to test-fly the
model. (My June column is actually written in
late January and submitted to Model Aviation
in early February.)
The aircraft is ready to go, and if weather
permits, keep an eye out for the Rearwin in an
upcoming column.
Solo Adjustable-Pitch Propellers: I have
purchased a Solo adjustable-pitch propeller
from NRG Research Ltd. for one of my RC
Giant projects. The workmanship, detail, and
overall appearance are superb. I was
immediately taken with the design and
scalelike appearance of the adjustable-pitch
propeller. I intend to install and test this on
my 30% scratch-built Gee Bee Model D
Sportster. When I have done so, I will report
on my experiences.
According to the manufacturer, the Solo
adjustable-pitch propeller was designed to be
used on Giant Scale RC models and can be
ordered with the appropriate mounting
hardware for nearly any engine larger than 1
cubic inch (16cc) in size. Pitch adjustment is
quick and accurate. The blades can be ordered
in two shapes—rounded or square tip—and
are made from maple.
One of the main advantages to using an
adjustable-pitch propeller is the ability to
properly load your engine to optimize
performance. The blades are available in 16-
to 32-inch diameters and come precisionbalanced
from the manufacturer.
The propeller shown is a standard twoblade
configuration. Solo propellers are also
available in a three-blade configuration. The
Sal Calvagna, 1335 Broadway Ave., Holbrook NY 11741; E-mail: [email protected]
RADIO CONTROL GIANTS
The Solo adjustable-pitch propeller blades can be purchased
separately and in diameters of up to 32 inches.
Arizona Model Aircrafters spoked-wheel kits come with
directions and illustrations for alignment.
The spoked-wheel kits can be assembled in a variety of
configurations. Music wire is used to make the spokes.
This 180-inch-span, scratch-built Boeing Stratocruiser was built
by Carl Bachhuber of Mayville, Wisconsin.
AM
A
06sig4.QXD 3/24/04 12:26 pm Page 104
106 MODEL AVIATION
two-blade assembly ranges in price from
$105 for the 16-inch-diameter blade to $137
for the 32-inch-diameter one. The threeblade
assembly costs between $138.50 and
$186.50.
For more information regarding the Solo
adjustable-pitch propeller, write directly to
the manufacturer at NRG Research Ltd.,
7490 L & A Rd., Vernon BC Canada V1B
3S4, or call the company at (250) 549-7134.
You can visit the Solo Web site at www.solo
props.com.
If your next RC Giant model absolutely must
have genuine spoked wheels—not babycarriage
wheels—for it to be right, then
Arizona Model Aircrafters is a company you
need to contact. The company sells affordable
spoked-wheel kits that are lightweight and
sturdy with sizes from 1 to 10 inches in
diameter.
These wheels feature CNC-machined
aluminum scale rims and CNC-machined
brass hubs. They are available in 40-spoke
German or French patterns or 64-spoke
British patterns. Others are available upon
request. These wheels are easy to assemble
with silver solder.
All wheel kits come with complete
directions and illustrations for alignment
during construction. They can be assembled in
a variety of configurations suitable to your
Scale subject. Large-wheel kit options include
natural gum tires (tan rubber) for an additional
$15 per tire and/or laser-etched sidewall
lettering and logos, priced by quotation only.
One photo shows a pair of 7-inch wheels
This Ziroli F4U Corsair was built by Slick Larsen of Marietta,
Georgia. At 86 years old, Slick is an inspiration!
Jerry Smith of Acworth, Georgia, designed this 32.5%, 23-pound
Staudacher for LanierRC.
3 AND 4 BLADE
SPINNERS
NO SPECIAL SLOTTING NECESSARY.
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06sig4.QXD 3/24/04 12:27 pm Page 106
as they arrive in kit form. All that is needed to
complete the wheel is the appropriate size of
music wire used to make the spokes and some
silver solder.
The other photo shows the completed
spoked wheel. They were not difficult to
assemble and required only a couple hours of
soldering.
For more information about the Arizona
Model Aircrafters wheel kits or other fine
products, contact the company at (480) 348-
3733; visit the Web site at www.arizona
models.com/; or write to Airpark Plaza,
14715 N. 78th Way Unit 600, Scottsdale
AZ 85260.
Giant Boeing Stratocruiser: Carl Bachhuber
of Mayville, Wisconsin, has done it again
with his latest super Giant model. This time
Carl has built a 180-inch-wingspan version of
a Boeing Model 377 Stratocruiser.
The aircraft is 140 inches long and is
powered by four Zenoah G-26 engines. It has
scratch-built retracts, Robart brakes, and huge
Fowler flaps. Construction is standard
utilizing balsa, light plywood, epoxy, and
cloth covering. After sanding and priming,
Carl used a polyester Mylar tape burnished to
simulate aluminum panels. Carl drew the
plans using the ModelCad program. The
airplane weighs 81 pounds.
AMA regulations limit RC models to 55
pounds, but a special waiver for flight
demonstrations by aircraft that weigh as
much as 100 pounds can be obtained. These
aircraft receive close inspection and must be
signed off on in order to be flown at AMA
events.
For more information about Carl’s other
fantastic RC Giants, visit his Web site at
www.carlb-rcplanes.com/.
Slick Corsair: Slick Larsen of Marietta,
Georgia, is shown with his Ziroli F4U
Corsair. The model is powered by a Zenoah
G-62 gas engine and weighs 26 pounds.
Slick is one of the oldest practicing RC
Giant modelers in the United States. At age
86, he builds and flies his own models with
the passion of people decades younger.
What drives Slick is the need for
something to keep him busy. He owns
more than 50 Giant Scale models that he
keeps in his basement, including the first
one he ever built. Slick has become a fan
of the Nick Ziroli Giant Scale designs. He
owns five of Nick’s designs and is
working on a Grumman Hellcat.
Slick has his own special way of building.
A trip to the lumber company nets him a
plank of hardwood which he saws into sticks
for stringers and longerons.
All of the airplanes with round fuselages
are built on a stick (crutch). A long stick is
supported on both ends, and the fuselage
bulkheads are temporarily glued and spaced
properly along the stick. Then stringers are
added to support the bulkheads and add
shape.
The completed fuselage is planked using
white glue. Once framed and sheeted, the
bulkhead supports are cut loose and the stick
is removed. Slick calls this method “building
on a stick.”
All of Slick’s airplanes are covered with
lightweight Ceconite that is adhered to the
airframe with Balsarite. When the covering is
shrunk, a coat of dope mixed with talcum
powder is applied to fill the weave in the
cloth. He uses several coats of colored dope
to finish the model.
Thanks for being an inspiration for all
Giant Scale modelers, Slick!
Jerry Smith of Acworth, Georgia, is shown
with his 32.5% Staudacher that he designed
for LanierRC. The Staudacher is a built-up,
laser-cut kit powered by a Zenoah GT-80. It
weighs 23 pounds.
Jerry has designed many airplanes for
LanierRC during the last 14 years. One of his
most popular designs is the Stinger series that
has sold thousands. Many of his designs are
also available as ARFs.
In addition to his model designs, Jerry has
been photographing and writing about models
for many years. His kit reviews, event
coverages, and cover photographs have
graced the pages of hobby magazines for
many years. Jerry authors the “For What It’s
Worth” column in RC Modeler magazine.
Jerry proudly states that he has been
involved with model airplanes since he was
10 years old, has been flying RC since 1956,
and confesses that modeling remains his
passion. It is a pleasure to see Jerry on the
lens side of the camera this time. Keep up the
good work!
I have surpassed my allotted word count, so
it’s time to end. Stay well and please don’t fly
alone. It’s always better if you bring a friend
to share the experience.
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