RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS ~rnm U T ri Ii THE NATS Just saying paints picture event large enough allow modelers US well other countries participate forms flying competition wasnt too long ago Nats held different cities throughout country year allowing modelers gather week compete just renew old friendships share ideas others about favorite hobby has changed recently better having Nats same site year AMA s International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana Just about hours drive north east Indianapolis Muncie good site types flying its moderate weather flat land lack big-city radio interference hope will able pay visit site near future Helicopter held during four-day span Tuesday Friday couple practice days beforehand planned freestyle event Saturday canceled Unfortunately meant wishing compete take full week off work Im sure something about 50 participants helicopter flying categories really isnt bad turnout consider distance some folks travel cost spending week away home everyone talked said well worth great time Since official results posted elsewhere issue wont spend space relist winners except say congratulations participated nice things about Nats ability renew old friendships build new ones takes first Naomi Don Griffin husbandand-wife team has coming December1997 43 Wendell Adkins wife Lisa fuselage-type helicopter Nats except Scale Lisa crew chief judge needed Ted Schoonard Miniature Aircraft flew X-Cell Pro VS-91 four-stroke engine Plenty power sounded great George Grant Wadsworth OH wanted X-Cell Pro look little different gave wild paint scheme Nats years us can remembernot fly manage transmitter-impound area dawn dusk assure clean frequency practice compete Although give freely time talents Naomi Don two best Although able stay entire event did manage two days got chance talk lot fliers about helicopters related equipment get thoughts competition thing became apparent right away high quality helicopters radios being used levels fliers wasnt few years ago could tell Class flightline 30-size helicopters hands fliers year now flightlines look same terms equipment very high degree flying proficiency Now Class II III fliers use very expensive 60-size machines 30% fuel fiberglass blades best radios certainly isnt bad someone wants use better equipment just makes want point out dont need high-dollar stuff have good time helicopters compete local national contests Because us fly just few other helicopter fliers dont get chance travel country Nats gives us opportunity see great crosssection fliers helicopters setups well flying techniques since able would like give some impressions may able relate own flying first things noticed fliers using either neck strap tray have always considered neck strap essential keeping weight transmitter neck rather fingers trying controlling tray being improvement asked flying neck strap chose seemed feel control transmitter could get switches better needed different phases flight Im sure really agree answer because either strap tray would allow flier make slight hand movements affecting movement control sticks believe FAI fliers used strap tray certainly doesnt mean have use either something may want try see helps flying also surprised see several fliers using thumbs-only technique top control sticks used fly thumbs. years ago flew fixedwing models felt allowed freedom movement thumbs reach extremes stick movement talked fliers opinion However technique use combination thumb two-finger approach placing thumbs top control stick just did fixedwings place tip index finger against stick sliding up until just touches thumb feel get best both worlds because thumb actually doing controlling 44 Model Aviation e Helms Futaba has turned helicopters because loss flying sites California Uses 16% negative expo give rotary servos linear feel Canadas Steve Gray Kitchener Ontario placed eleventh F3C Scott Gray also Curtis Youngbloods contest machine something completely new head metal Kitchener placed fourth Best Senior very rugged-looking flybar top custom years ago additional finger steadying stick finer movements have flying like years has helicopter flying improved has fixed-wing flying As mentioned helicopters highest quality 30% fuel Hatori-type mufflers fiberglass blades being rule Just about helicopters excellent paint jobs evident bright colors use enable pilots better see machines years past contestants using fiberglass fuselages also made helicopter easier see evident Nats flown Wendell Adkins Everyone also using multi rotor speeds hovering flying events although did have tach would guess hovering done about 1400 rpm aerobatics 1700 rpm range has actually become quite standard past few years since lower hovering rpm reduces sensitivity helicopter higher rpm needed aerobatics Although judge did watch compete flying classes talked some fliers about observations hope will helpful would like practice next local contest hopefully next years Nats fliers seemed concerned flying smoothness rather making aggressive corrections keep helicopter wanted mean hovering point wind blew off little would very smooth recovery get back point also meant off desired track greater period time almost direct contrast Curtis Youngbloods style very aggressive making needed corrections keep helicopter wants results helicopter being closer track recovering shorter period time However really takes concentration watch helicopter very closely see slightest movement make needed small corrections timely manner also recommend try stay upwind slightly doing hovering maneuvers because its much easier correct downwind flying upwind make small correction aerobatic maneuvers flown very well contestants attention detail would have resulted higher scores lot fliers straight-and-level entering exiting maneuver completely vertical should have Its amazing such small mistake can affect simple loop loops perfect also diving entry get little extra speed climbout exit get position next maneuver Remember entry exit just important other portions maneuver last comment about flying has landings maneuvers start takeoff complete landing also seemed pilot spending lot thought energy perform hovering type maneuver needed sort gave up came landing resulting little bounce Part can attributed letdown attention especially wind always give just slightest nosedown command just helicopter ready touch down nose-down effect helicopter almost unnoticeable others watching does allow front portion skids touch just slightly first thereby stopping bounce Im sure would work everyone something try December1997 45 See Results FOCUS ON COMPETITION Daniel Carter Orlando FL third place Class II poses X Cell Pro Wonderful paint job Ted Schoonard Naomi Don Griffin run transmitter impound area ensure clean frequencies Nothing Chance F3C winner Curtis Youngblood Lexington TX prepares carefully another quality flight landings little bouncy issues Nats use new CSM gyro Although have used gyro made England uses electronics designed Cohn Mill also designer NHP simulator twoposition gyro has standard rate function now also has headinghold function virtually turns autopilot Since heading-hold function does comply current rules gyros function allowed Nats did talk some fliers have gyro like very much changed another gyro competition Just about everyone opinion whether type gyro should allowed possibly best response came Curtis Youngblood said advancements technology should allowed long make maneuvers harder take advantage improvements have agree him cant dont want stop progress must learn live events wanted see freestyle flying scheduled Saturday Unfortunately canceled because after formal events concluded Friday everyone return home after spending entire week Muncie Maybe next year part flying can during weekend freestyle being accomplished along other events After returned home gave following people call get impressions Nats help information times Engine Choice World Champions Nelson Engines World Pylon Racing Champions Worlds Finest & Fastest Racing Engines have trophies prove Versions Soort & Competition Available Sizes 15 50 Only Way Win Ultra Thrust Mufflers Serious Horsepower Upgrade Sport Engines 500 RPM Increase Over Stock Muffler available 60 size ls fit OS 32 Webra 32 ST G 34 05 40/46 SF 05 46 FX ASP 45 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/45 ST GS 40/45/51 Webra 40/50 MWS 40 Rossi 40/45/53 Complete Engine/Muffler Combos Available Application ne Included Worlds Champion AAC andSpeed Wneeis ABC Piston/Cylinder SetsFor Sport Racing Free-Flight True Chrome Plating ImprovedElectrics 4 Diameter Porting Timing Options Sizes FitReplaceable 0-Ring Tire 1 Most YS OS Engines 45 tooz per Pair l Axles Available 108 ApplicationCan dyed choice color K Pylon Racing Parts & Accessories uper Tiger YS Repair Service Send $300 1997 Catalog Dealer Inquiries Welcome PERFORMANCE SPECIALTIES P 0 Box 3146 nerville NV 80410 e 702-265-7523 702-265-7522 Ultra Mounts Backplate Mounting System CNC Barstock Aluminum Replaces Stock Backplate 0-Ring Seal roublesome Gaskets Available ST 40/45/51 Rossi 40/45 Webra 40/50 05 40/46 SF YS 45 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/46/53 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Ultra Oil Preservative After-Run Oil Model Engines Fully Compatible OSIYS Pump Systems Helps Prevent Rust & Corrosion Others Have Failed lable 3 Convenient Sizes 8 oz Duart Gallon 46 Model Aviation ISSMO Micro AV Competition International Society Structural Multi-disciplinary Optimization ISSMO announcing Second annual Micro AV competition objective compe tition employ multi-disciplinary design optimization MDO design build smallest aerial vehicle AV can perform following mission Fly photograph 15-meter size symbol ground located 600 meters launch site hidden view square enclosing fence 35-meter wide 15-meter high Provide legible image symbol launching individual launch site will two prizes awarded AVs complying competition rules $1250 prize smallest AV other $1250 prize design best MOO no 15 times size AV winning first prize competition will held site near University Florida campus May 91998 copy competition rules e-mail write Professor Edward Walsh ekw@aerOufledu Professor Raphael Haftka haftka@ufledu Department AeMES University Florida Gainesville FL 32611-6250 Additional information also available ISSMO home page http//wwwaeroufledu/-issmo ALL NEW GILES 202 NOBLE RIC proud present 40 & 120 size Giles 202 sport aerobatic aircraft NOBLE R/C has separated rest designing highest quality R/C kit available II Balsa & liteply construction seamless fiberglass crystal clear canopy full rolled printsdetailed iastruction manual 40 SIZE SIZE wing span-54wing span-73 wing area-513wing area-968 length- 47len gth-64 weight 4-6 lbsweight 11-13 lbs Price $14995Price $26995 NOBLER/C 7442 WSTRT29 URBANA OH 43078 937-3624196 Call shqping information Send $100 SASE complete detaiLs RED M FUELSJIEJ NLAiX tulates Kirk Cray excellent Place ly IflC459 performance AMA 1stFHS Winners11 World Champiomhbt AMA Air NationalsUsing spaceage lubricabon tecnology rop 1997 112A CombatFHS Oil Bob Mearsquality components developed refined over 1996 FAI Pattern Kirk Gray28 years experience RED MAX fuels 1996 Sportsman Randy Wolfespecially engineered Maximum Performance MAC Scale Aerobatic NationalsPower Protection RED MAX known 1997 Sportsman Michael Kupersold internationally best fuel can IRCHA Helicooter Internationalsuse model engine Fuel model 1997 10cc TopSpeed Bruce Bennetttypes available planes helicopters boats 1997 10cc TimeToClib Bruce Bennettcars ng pattern just fun NAMBA Boat Nationals 1996 A-OPC 36cc Mod Tun Joe Monohan 1996 B-OPC 76cc Mod Tun Don Hirami 1996 C-OPC 11cc Mod Tun Mike McKabney 1996 C-OPC 11cc Stock Tun Joe Monohan Other contests nationwide Engine types 2 4 cycle Glow Diesel Nitro Power blends 0% 75% 5% Oil blends RED MAX Synthetic Syn-Cas Blend Customer special blends available Numerous awards yearMinimum gal Standard 4-gal 20-qt Cases Shipping UPS door 12 gal FHS Supply lncPO Box 9CloverSC 29710-0009 motorfreight commercial address Sales800 7424484 Voice 803 222-7488 Price breaks 4 12 20 60124 gal lnternetFHSoil@aolcom Fax803 222-7285 Special discount prepaid club orders httpllmembersaolcom/FHSoilIRedMaxhtml RED MAX Shirts Hats & Stickers available Paul Soha Stow OH particularly impressed high quality helicopters radios resulting single crash during week also appreciated cross-talk among contestants noting though sponsored fliers still willing help needed since Paul excellent freestyle flier felt unfortunate event canceled looks forward participating next year David Harkey Birmingham AL assistant CD helicopter portion Nats felt competitive Nats ever Class III after seven rounds flying normalized difference between first second place 17 points Class lithe normalized difference between first second place 03 point Class flying went last round nine determine winner Now some competitive flying know contestants would like thank mentioned above help participation especially Craig Bradley responsible overall Helicopter Nationals extremely big job lot responsibility little thanks knew much work others put make fun event Craig has consented run operation again next year David second command wish both continued success received year Thanks job well done look forward being next year Nats little CHAOS life Four choose 56 80 inch spans NEWO.40 size Chaos.$650 UTTER CHAOS 60.$6995 KILLER CHAOS.$7995 SUPER CHAOS 80.$15995 Add SOO S&H 1-800-628-6065 520-758-1100 G&S Hobbies 967 Hancock Bullhead Az 8644Z Write call FREE CATALOG BRIDI kits Lowest prices anywhere 48 Model Aviation 43G
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/12
Page Numbers: 43, 44, 45, 46, 48
RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS ~rnm U T ri Ii THE NATS Just saying paints picture event large enough allow modelers US well other countries participate forms flying competition wasnt too long ago Nats held different cities throughout country year allowing modelers gather week compete just renew old friendships share ideas others about favorite hobby has changed recently better having Nats same site year AMA s International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana Just about hours drive north east Indianapolis Muncie good site types flying its moderate weather flat land lack big-city radio interference hope will able pay visit site near future Helicopter held during four-day span Tuesday Friday couple practice days beforehand planned freestyle event Saturday canceled Unfortunately meant wishing compete take full week off work Im sure something about 50 participants helicopter flying categories really isnt bad turnout consider distance some folks travel cost spending week away home everyone talked said well worth great time Since official results posted elsewhere issue wont spend space relist winners except say congratulations participated nice things about Nats ability renew old friendships build new ones takes first Naomi Don Griffin husbandand-wife team has coming December1997 43 Wendell Adkins wife Lisa fuselage-type helicopter Nats except Scale Lisa crew chief judge needed Ted Schoonard Miniature Aircraft flew X-Cell Pro VS-91 four-stroke engine Plenty power sounded great George Grant Wadsworth OH wanted X-Cell Pro look little different gave wild paint scheme Nats years us can remembernot fly manage transmitter-impound area dawn dusk assure clean frequency practice compete Although give freely time talents Naomi Don two best Although able stay entire event did manage two days got chance talk lot fliers about helicopters related equipment get thoughts competition thing became apparent right away high quality helicopters radios being used levels fliers wasnt few years ago could tell Class flightline 30-size helicopters hands fliers year now flightlines look same terms equipment very high degree flying proficiency Now Class II III fliers use very expensive 60-size machines 30% fuel fiberglass blades best radios certainly isnt bad someone wants use better equipment just makes want point out dont need high-dollar stuff have good time helicopters compete local national contests Because us fly just few other helicopter fliers dont get chance travel country Nats gives us opportunity see great crosssection fliers helicopters setups well flying techniques since able would like give some impressions may able relate own flying first things noticed fliers using either neck strap tray have always considered neck strap essential keeping weight transmitter neck rather fingers trying controlling tray being improvement asked flying neck strap chose seemed feel control transmitter could get switches better needed different phases flight Im sure really agree answer because either strap tray would allow flier make slight hand movements affecting movement control sticks believe FAI fliers used strap tray certainly doesnt mean have use either something may want try see helps flying also surprised see several fliers using thumbs-only technique top control sticks used fly thumbs. years ago flew fixedwing models felt allowed freedom movement thumbs reach extremes stick movement talked fliers opinion However technique use combination thumb two-finger approach placing thumbs top control stick just did fixedwings place tip index finger against stick sliding up until just touches thumb feel get best both worlds because thumb actually doing controlling 44 Model Aviation e Helms Futaba has turned helicopters because loss flying sites California Uses 16% negative expo give rotary servos linear feel Canadas Steve Gray Kitchener Ontario placed eleventh F3C Scott Gray also Curtis Youngbloods contest machine something completely new head metal Kitchener placed fourth Best Senior very rugged-looking flybar top custom years ago additional finger steadying stick finer movements have flying like years has helicopter flying improved has fixed-wing flying As mentioned helicopters highest quality 30% fuel Hatori-type mufflers fiberglass blades being rule Just about helicopters excellent paint jobs evident bright colors use enable pilots better see machines years past contestants using fiberglass fuselages also made helicopter easier see evident Nats flown Wendell Adkins Everyone also using multi rotor speeds hovering flying events although did have tach would guess hovering done about 1400 rpm aerobatics 1700 rpm range has actually become quite standard past few years since lower hovering rpm reduces sensitivity helicopter higher rpm needed aerobatics Although judge did watch compete flying classes talked some fliers about observations hope will helpful would like practice next local contest hopefully next years Nats fliers seemed concerned flying smoothness rather making aggressive corrections keep helicopter wanted mean hovering point wind blew off little would very smooth recovery get back point also meant off desired track greater period time almost direct contrast Curtis Youngbloods style very aggressive making needed corrections keep helicopter wants results helicopter being closer track recovering shorter period time However really takes concentration watch helicopter very closely see slightest movement make needed small corrections timely manner also recommend try stay upwind slightly doing hovering maneuvers because its much easier correct downwind flying upwind make small correction aerobatic maneuvers flown very well contestants attention detail would have resulted higher scores lot fliers straight-and-level entering exiting maneuver completely vertical should have Its amazing such small mistake can affect simple loop loops perfect also diving entry get little extra speed climbout exit get position next maneuver Remember entry exit just important other portions maneuver last comment about flying has landings maneuvers start takeoff complete landing also seemed pilot spending lot thought energy perform hovering type maneuver needed sort gave up came landing resulting little bounce Part can attributed letdown attention especially wind always give just slightest nosedown command just helicopter ready touch down nose-down effect helicopter almost unnoticeable others watching does allow front portion skids touch just slightly first thereby stopping bounce Im sure would work everyone something try December1997 45 See Results FOCUS ON COMPETITION Daniel Carter Orlando FL third place Class II poses X Cell Pro Wonderful paint job Ted Schoonard Naomi Don Griffin run transmitter impound area ensure clean frequencies Nothing Chance F3C winner Curtis Youngblood Lexington TX prepares carefully another quality flight landings little bouncy issues Nats use new CSM gyro Although have used gyro made England uses electronics designed Cohn Mill also designer NHP simulator twoposition gyro has standard rate function now also has headinghold function virtually turns autopilot Since heading-hold function does comply current rules gyros function allowed Nats did talk some fliers have gyro like very much changed another gyro competition Just about everyone opinion whether type gyro should allowed possibly best response came Curtis Youngblood said advancements technology should allowed long make maneuvers harder take advantage improvements have agree him cant dont want stop progress must learn live events wanted see freestyle flying scheduled Saturday Unfortunately canceled because after formal events concluded Friday everyone return home after spending entire week Muncie Maybe next year part flying can during weekend freestyle being accomplished along other events After returned home gave following people call get impressions Nats help information times Engine Choice World Champions Nelson Engines World Pylon Racing Champions Worlds Finest & Fastest Racing Engines have trophies prove Versions Soort & Competition Available Sizes 15 50 Only Way Win Ultra Thrust Mufflers Serious Horsepower Upgrade Sport Engines 500 RPM Increase Over Stock Muffler available 60 size ls fit OS 32 Webra 32 ST G 34 05 40/46 SF 05 46 FX ASP 45 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/45 ST GS 40/45/51 Webra 40/50 MWS 40 Rossi 40/45/53 Complete Engine/Muffler Combos Available Application ne Included Worlds Champion AAC andSpeed Wneeis ABC Piston/Cylinder SetsFor Sport Racing Free-Flight True Chrome Plating ImprovedElectrics 4 Diameter Porting Timing Options Sizes FitReplaceable 0-Ring Tire 1 Most YS OS Engines 45 tooz per Pair l Axles Available 108 ApplicationCan dyed choice color K Pylon Racing Parts & Accessories uper Tiger YS Repair Service Send $300 1997 Catalog Dealer Inquiries Welcome PERFORMANCE SPECIALTIES P 0 Box 3146 nerville NV 80410 e 702-265-7523 702-265-7522 Ultra Mounts Backplate Mounting System CNC Barstock Aluminum Replaces Stock Backplate 0-Ring Seal roublesome Gaskets Available ST 40/45/51 Rossi 40/45 Webra 40/50 05 40/46 SF YS 45 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/46/53 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Ultra Oil Preservative After-Run Oil Model Engines Fully Compatible OSIYS Pump Systems Helps Prevent Rust & Corrosion Others Have Failed lable 3 Convenient Sizes 8 oz Duart Gallon 46 Model Aviation ISSMO Micro AV Competition International Society Structural Multi-disciplinary Optimization ISSMO announcing Second annual Micro AV competition objective compe tition employ multi-disciplinary design optimization MDO design build smallest aerial vehicle AV can perform following mission Fly photograph 15-meter size symbol ground located 600 meters launch site hidden view square enclosing fence 35-meter wide 15-meter high Provide legible image symbol launching individual launch site will two prizes awarded AVs complying competition rules $1250 prize smallest AV other $1250 prize design best MOO no 15 times size AV winning first prize competition will held site near University Florida campus May 91998 copy competition rules e-mail write Professor Edward Walsh ekw@aerOufledu Professor Raphael Haftka haftka@ufledu Department AeMES University Florida Gainesville FL 32611-6250 Additional information also available ISSMO home page http//wwwaeroufledu/-issmo ALL NEW GILES 202 NOBLE RIC proud present 40 & 120 size Giles 202 sport aerobatic aircraft NOBLE R/C has separated rest designing highest quality R/C kit available II Balsa & liteply construction seamless fiberglass crystal clear canopy full rolled printsdetailed iastruction manual 40 SIZE SIZE wing span-54wing span-73 wing area-513wing area-968 length- 47len gth-64 weight 4-6 lbsweight 11-13 lbs Price $14995Price $26995 NOBLER/C 7442 WSTRT29 URBANA OH 43078 937-3624196 Call shqping information Send $100 SASE complete detaiLs RED M FUELSJIEJ NLAiX tulates Kirk Cray excellent Place ly IflC459 performance AMA 1stFHS Winners11 World Champiomhbt AMA Air NationalsUsing spaceage lubricabon tecnology rop 1997 112A CombatFHS Oil Bob Mearsquality components developed refined over 1996 FAI Pattern Kirk Gray28 years experience RED MAX fuels 1996 Sportsman Randy Wolfespecially engineered Maximum Performance MAC Scale Aerobatic NationalsPower Protection RED MAX known 1997 Sportsman Michael Kupersold internationally best fuel can IRCHA Helicooter Internationalsuse model engine Fuel model 1997 10cc TopSpeed Bruce Bennetttypes available planes helicopters boats 1997 10cc TimeToClib Bruce Bennettcars ng pattern just fun NAMBA Boat Nationals 1996 A-OPC 36cc Mod Tun Joe Monohan 1996 B-OPC 76cc Mod Tun Don Hirami 1996 C-OPC 11cc Mod Tun Mike McKabney 1996 C-OPC 11cc Stock Tun Joe Monohan Other contests nationwide Engine types 2 4 cycle Glow Diesel Nitro Power blends 0% 75% 5% Oil blends RED MAX Synthetic Syn-Cas Blend Customer special blends available Numerous awards yearMinimum gal Standard 4-gal 20-qt Cases Shipping UPS door 12 gal FHS Supply lncPO Box 9CloverSC 29710-0009 motorfreight commercial address Sales800 7424484 Voice 803 222-7488 Price breaks 4 12 20 60124 gal lnternetFHSoil@aolcom Fax803 222-7285 Special discount prepaid club orders httpllmembersaolcom/FHSoilIRedMaxhtml RED MAX Shirts Hats & Stickers available Paul Soha Stow OH particularly impressed high quality helicopters radios resulting single crash during week also appreciated cross-talk among contestants noting though sponsored fliers still willing help needed since Paul excellent freestyle flier felt unfortunate event canceled looks forward participating next year David Harkey Birmingham AL assistant CD helicopter portion Nats felt competitive Nats ever Class III after seven rounds flying normalized difference between first second place 17 points Class lithe normalized difference between first second place 03 point Class flying went last round nine determine winner Now some competitive flying know contestants would like thank mentioned above help participation especially Craig Bradley responsible overall Helicopter Nationals extremely big job lot responsibility little thanks knew much work others put make fun event Craig has consented run operation again next year David second command wish both continued success received year Thanks job well done look forward being next year Nats little CHAOS life Four choose 56 80 inch spans NEWO.40 size Chaos.$650 UTTER CHAOS 60.$6995 KILLER CHAOS.$7995 SUPER CHAOS 80.$15995 Add SOO S&H 1-800-628-6065 520-758-1100 G&S Hobbies 967 Hancock Bullhead Az 8644Z Write call FREE CATALOG BRIDI kits Lowest prices anywhere 48 Model Aviation 43G
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/12
Page Numbers: 43, 44, 45, 46, 48
RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS ~rnm U T ri Ii THE NATS Just saying paints picture event large enough allow modelers US well other countries participate forms flying competition wasnt too long ago Nats held different cities throughout country year allowing modelers gather week compete just renew old friendships share ideas others about favorite hobby has changed recently better having Nats same site year AMA s International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana Just about hours drive north east Indianapolis Muncie good site types flying its moderate weather flat land lack big-city radio interference hope will able pay visit site near future Helicopter held during four-day span Tuesday Friday couple practice days beforehand planned freestyle event Saturday canceled Unfortunately meant wishing compete take full week off work Im sure something about 50 participants helicopter flying categories really isnt bad turnout consider distance some folks travel cost spending week away home everyone talked said well worth great time Since official results posted elsewhere issue wont spend space relist winners except say congratulations participated nice things about Nats ability renew old friendships build new ones takes first Naomi Don Griffin husbandand-wife team has coming December1997 43 Wendell Adkins wife Lisa fuselage-type helicopter Nats except Scale Lisa crew chief judge needed Ted Schoonard Miniature Aircraft flew X-Cell Pro VS-91 four-stroke engine Plenty power sounded great George Grant Wadsworth OH wanted X-Cell Pro look little different gave wild paint scheme Nats years us can remembernot fly manage transmitter-impound area dawn dusk assure clean frequency practice compete Although give freely time talents Naomi Don two best Although able stay entire event did manage two days got chance talk lot fliers about helicopters related equipment get thoughts competition thing became apparent right away high quality helicopters radios being used levels fliers wasnt few years ago could tell Class flightline 30-size helicopters hands fliers year now flightlines look same terms equipment very high degree flying proficiency Now Class II III fliers use very expensive 60-size machines 30% fuel fiberglass blades best radios certainly isnt bad someone wants use better equipment just makes want point out dont need high-dollar stuff have good time helicopters compete local national contests Because us fly just few other helicopter fliers dont get chance travel country Nats gives us opportunity see great crosssection fliers helicopters setups well flying techniques since able would like give some impressions may able relate own flying first things noticed fliers using either neck strap tray have always considered neck strap essential keeping weight transmitter neck rather fingers trying controlling tray being improvement asked flying neck strap chose seemed feel control transmitter could get switches better needed different phases flight Im sure really agree answer because either strap tray would allow flier make slight hand movements affecting movement control sticks believe FAI fliers used strap tray certainly doesnt mean have use either something may want try see helps flying also surprised see several fliers using thumbs-only technique top control sticks used fly thumbs. years ago flew fixedwing models felt allowed freedom movement thumbs reach extremes stick movement talked fliers opinion However technique use combination thumb two-finger approach placing thumbs top control stick just did fixedwings place tip index finger against stick sliding up until just touches thumb feel get best both worlds because thumb actually doing controlling 44 Model Aviation e Helms Futaba has turned helicopters because loss flying sites California Uses 16% negative expo give rotary servos linear feel Canadas Steve Gray Kitchener Ontario placed eleventh F3C Scott Gray also Curtis Youngbloods contest machine something completely new head metal Kitchener placed fourth Best Senior very rugged-looking flybar top custom years ago additional finger steadying stick finer movements have flying like years has helicopter flying improved has fixed-wing flying As mentioned helicopters highest quality 30% fuel Hatori-type mufflers fiberglass blades being rule Just about helicopters excellent paint jobs evident bright colors use enable pilots better see machines years past contestants using fiberglass fuselages also made helicopter easier see evident Nats flown Wendell Adkins Everyone also using multi rotor speeds hovering flying events although did have tach would guess hovering done about 1400 rpm aerobatics 1700 rpm range has actually become quite standard past few years since lower hovering rpm reduces sensitivity helicopter higher rpm needed aerobatics Although judge did watch compete flying classes talked some fliers about observations hope will helpful would like practice next local contest hopefully next years Nats fliers seemed concerned flying smoothness rather making aggressive corrections keep helicopter wanted mean hovering point wind blew off little would very smooth recovery get back point also meant off desired track greater period time almost direct contrast Curtis Youngbloods style very aggressive making needed corrections keep helicopter wants results helicopter being closer track recovering shorter period time However really takes concentration watch helicopter very closely see slightest movement make needed small corrections timely manner also recommend try stay upwind slightly doing hovering maneuvers because its much easier correct downwind flying upwind make small correction aerobatic maneuvers flown very well contestants attention detail would have resulted higher scores lot fliers straight-and-level entering exiting maneuver completely vertical should have Its amazing such small mistake can affect simple loop loops perfect also diving entry get little extra speed climbout exit get position next maneuver Remember entry exit just important other portions maneuver last comment about flying has landings maneuvers start takeoff complete landing also seemed pilot spending lot thought energy perform hovering type maneuver needed sort gave up came landing resulting little bounce Part can attributed letdown attention especially wind always give just slightest nosedown command just helicopter ready touch down nose-down effect helicopter almost unnoticeable others watching does allow front portion skids touch just slightly first thereby stopping bounce Im sure would work everyone something try December1997 45 See Results FOCUS ON COMPETITION Daniel Carter Orlando FL third place Class II poses X Cell Pro Wonderful paint job Ted Schoonard Naomi Don Griffin run transmitter impound area ensure clean frequencies Nothing Chance F3C winner Curtis Youngblood Lexington TX prepares carefully another quality flight landings little bouncy issues Nats use new CSM gyro Although have used gyro made England uses electronics designed Cohn Mill also designer NHP simulator twoposition gyro has standard rate function now also has headinghold function virtually turns autopilot Since heading-hold function does comply current rules gyros function allowed Nats did talk some fliers have gyro like very much changed another gyro competition Just about everyone opinion whether type gyro should allowed possibly best response came Curtis Youngblood said advancements technology should allowed long make maneuvers harder take advantage improvements have agree him cant dont want stop progress must learn live events wanted see freestyle flying scheduled Saturday Unfortunately canceled because after formal events concluded Friday everyone return home after spending entire week Muncie Maybe next year part flying can during weekend freestyle being accomplished along other events After returned home gave following people call get impressions Nats help information times Engine Choice World Champions Nelson Engines World Pylon Racing Champions Worlds Finest & Fastest Racing Engines have trophies prove Versions Soort & Competition Available Sizes 15 50 Only Way Win Ultra Thrust Mufflers Serious Horsepower Upgrade Sport Engines 500 RPM Increase Over Stock Muffler available 60 size ls fit OS 32 Webra 32 ST G 34 05 40/46 SF 05 46 FX ASP 45 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/45 ST GS 40/45/51 Webra 40/50 MWS 40 Rossi 40/45/53 Complete Engine/Muffler Combos Available Application ne Included Worlds Champion AAC andSpeed Wneeis ABC Piston/Cylinder SetsFor Sport Racing Free-Flight True Chrome Plating ImprovedElectrics 4 Diameter Porting Timing Options Sizes FitReplaceable 0-Ring Tire 1 Most YS OS Engines 45 tooz per Pair l Axles Available 108 ApplicationCan dyed choice color K Pylon Racing Parts & Accessories uper Tiger YS Repair Service Send $300 1997 Catalog Dealer Inquiries Welcome PERFORMANCE SPECIALTIES P 0 Box 3146 nerville NV 80410 e 702-265-7523 702-265-7522 Ultra Mounts Backplate Mounting System CNC Barstock Aluminum Replaces Stock Backplate 0-Ring Seal roublesome Gaskets Available ST 40/45/51 Rossi 40/45 Webra 40/50 05 40/46 SF YS 45 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/46/53 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Ultra Oil Preservative After-Run Oil Model Engines Fully Compatible OSIYS Pump Systems Helps Prevent Rust & Corrosion Others Have Failed lable 3 Convenient Sizes 8 oz Duart Gallon 46 Model Aviation ISSMO Micro AV Competition International Society Structural Multi-disciplinary Optimization ISSMO announcing Second annual Micro AV competition objective compe tition employ multi-disciplinary design optimization MDO design build smallest aerial vehicle AV can perform following mission Fly photograph 15-meter size symbol ground located 600 meters launch site hidden view square enclosing fence 35-meter wide 15-meter high Provide legible image symbol launching individual launch site will two prizes awarded AVs complying competition rules $1250 prize smallest AV other $1250 prize design best MOO no 15 times size AV winning first prize competition will held site near University Florida campus May 91998 copy competition rules e-mail write Professor Edward Walsh ekw@aerOufledu Professor Raphael Haftka haftka@ufledu Department AeMES University Florida Gainesville FL 32611-6250 Additional information also available ISSMO home page http//wwwaeroufledu/-issmo ALL NEW GILES 202 NOBLE RIC proud present 40 & 120 size Giles 202 sport aerobatic aircraft NOBLE R/C has separated rest designing highest quality R/C kit available II Balsa & liteply construction seamless fiberglass crystal clear canopy full rolled printsdetailed iastruction manual 40 SIZE SIZE wing span-54wing span-73 wing area-513wing area-968 length- 47len gth-64 weight 4-6 lbsweight 11-13 lbs Price $14995Price $26995 NOBLER/C 7442 WSTRT29 URBANA OH 43078 937-3624196 Call shqping information Send $100 SASE complete detaiLs RED M FUELSJIEJ NLAiX tulates Kirk Cray excellent Place ly IflC459 performance AMA 1stFHS Winners11 World Champiomhbt AMA Air NationalsUsing spaceage lubricabon tecnology rop 1997 112A CombatFHS Oil Bob Mearsquality components developed refined over 1996 FAI Pattern Kirk Gray28 years experience RED MAX fuels 1996 Sportsman Randy Wolfespecially engineered Maximum Performance MAC Scale Aerobatic NationalsPower Protection RED MAX known 1997 Sportsman Michael Kupersold internationally best fuel can IRCHA Helicooter Internationalsuse model engine Fuel model 1997 10cc TopSpeed Bruce Bennetttypes available planes helicopters boats 1997 10cc TimeToClib Bruce Bennettcars ng pattern just fun NAMBA Boat Nationals 1996 A-OPC 36cc Mod Tun Joe Monohan 1996 B-OPC 76cc Mod Tun Don Hirami 1996 C-OPC 11cc Mod Tun Mike McKabney 1996 C-OPC 11cc Stock Tun Joe Monohan Other contests nationwide Engine types 2 4 cycle Glow Diesel Nitro Power blends 0% 75% 5% Oil blends RED MAX Synthetic Syn-Cas Blend Customer special blends available Numerous awards yearMinimum gal Standard 4-gal 20-qt Cases Shipping UPS door 12 gal FHS Supply lncPO Box 9CloverSC 29710-0009 motorfreight commercial address Sales800 7424484 Voice 803 222-7488 Price breaks 4 12 20 60124 gal lnternetFHSoil@aolcom Fax803 222-7285 Special discount prepaid club orders httpllmembersaolcom/FHSoilIRedMaxhtml RED MAX Shirts Hats & Stickers available Paul Soha Stow OH particularly impressed high quality helicopters radios resulting single crash during week also appreciated cross-talk among contestants noting though sponsored fliers still willing help needed since Paul excellent freestyle flier felt unfortunate event canceled looks forward participating next year David Harkey Birmingham AL assistant CD helicopter portion Nats felt competitive Nats ever Class III after seven rounds flying normalized difference between first second place 17 points Class lithe normalized difference between first second place 03 point Class flying went last round nine determine winner Now some competitive flying know contestants would like thank mentioned above help participation especially Craig Bradley responsible overall Helicopter Nationals extremely big job lot responsibility little thanks knew much work others put make fun event Craig has consented run operation again next year David second command wish both continued success received year Thanks job well done look forward being next year Nats little CHAOS life Four choose 56 80 inch spans NEWO.40 size Chaos.$650 UTTER CHAOS 60.$6995 KILLER CHAOS.$7995 SUPER CHAOS 80.$15995 Add SOO S&H 1-800-628-6065 520-758-1100 G&S Hobbies 967 Hancock Bullhead Az 8644Z Write call FREE CATALOG BRIDI kits Lowest prices anywhere 48 Model Aviation 43G
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/12
Page Numbers: 43, 44, 45, 46, 48
RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS ~rnm U T ri Ii THE NATS Just saying paints picture event large enough allow modelers US well other countries participate forms flying competition wasnt too long ago Nats held different cities throughout country year allowing modelers gather week compete just renew old friendships share ideas others about favorite hobby has changed recently better having Nats same site year AMA s International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana Just about hours drive north east Indianapolis Muncie good site types flying its moderate weather flat land lack big-city radio interference hope will able pay visit site near future Helicopter held during four-day span Tuesday Friday couple practice days beforehand planned freestyle event Saturday canceled Unfortunately meant wishing compete take full week off work Im sure something about 50 participants helicopter flying categories really isnt bad turnout consider distance some folks travel cost spending week away home everyone talked said well worth great time Since official results posted elsewhere issue wont spend space relist winners except say congratulations participated nice things about Nats ability renew old friendships build new ones takes first Naomi Don Griffin husbandand-wife team has coming December1997 43 Wendell Adkins wife Lisa fuselage-type helicopter Nats except Scale Lisa crew chief judge needed Ted Schoonard Miniature Aircraft flew X-Cell Pro VS-91 four-stroke engine Plenty power sounded great George Grant Wadsworth OH wanted X-Cell Pro look little different gave wild paint scheme Nats years us can remembernot fly manage transmitter-impound area dawn dusk assure clean frequency practice compete Although give freely time talents Naomi Don two best Although able stay entire event did manage two days got chance talk lot fliers about helicopters related equipment get thoughts competition thing became apparent right away high quality helicopters radios being used levels fliers wasnt few years ago could tell Class flightline 30-size helicopters hands fliers year now flightlines look same terms equipment very high degree flying proficiency Now Class II III fliers use very expensive 60-size machines 30% fuel fiberglass blades best radios certainly isnt bad someone wants use better equipment just makes want point out dont need high-dollar stuff have good time helicopters compete local national contests Because us fly just few other helicopter fliers dont get chance travel country Nats gives us opportunity see great crosssection fliers helicopters setups well flying techniques since able would like give some impressions may able relate own flying first things noticed fliers using either neck strap tray have always considered neck strap essential keeping weight transmitter neck rather fingers trying controlling tray being improvement asked flying neck strap chose seemed feel control transmitter could get switches better needed different phases flight Im sure really agree answer because either strap tray would allow flier make slight hand movements affecting movement control sticks believe FAI fliers used strap tray certainly doesnt mean have use either something may want try see helps flying also surprised see several fliers using thumbs-only technique top control sticks used fly thumbs. years ago flew fixedwing models felt allowed freedom movement thumbs reach extremes stick movement talked fliers opinion However technique use combination thumb two-finger approach placing thumbs top control stick just did fixedwings place tip index finger against stick sliding up until just touches thumb feel get best both worlds because thumb actually doing controlling 44 Model Aviation e Helms Futaba has turned helicopters because loss flying sites California Uses 16% negative expo give rotary servos linear feel Canadas Steve Gray Kitchener Ontario placed eleventh F3C Scott Gray also Curtis Youngbloods contest machine something completely new head metal Kitchener placed fourth Best Senior very rugged-looking flybar top custom years ago additional finger steadying stick finer movements have flying like years has helicopter flying improved has fixed-wing flying As mentioned helicopters highest quality 30% fuel Hatori-type mufflers fiberglass blades being rule Just about helicopters excellent paint jobs evident bright colors use enable pilots better see machines years past contestants using fiberglass fuselages also made helicopter easier see evident Nats flown Wendell Adkins Everyone also using multi rotor speeds hovering flying events although did have tach would guess hovering done about 1400 rpm aerobatics 1700 rpm range has actually become quite standard past few years since lower hovering rpm reduces sensitivity helicopter higher rpm needed aerobatics Although judge did watch compete flying classes talked some fliers about observations hope will helpful would like practice next local contest hopefully next years Nats fliers seemed concerned flying smoothness rather making aggressive corrections keep helicopter wanted mean hovering point wind blew off little would very smooth recovery get back point also meant off desired track greater period time almost direct contrast Curtis Youngbloods style very aggressive making needed corrections keep helicopter wants results helicopter being closer track recovering shorter period time However really takes concentration watch helicopter very closely see slightest movement make needed small corrections timely manner also recommend try stay upwind slightly doing hovering maneuvers because its much easier correct downwind flying upwind make small correction aerobatic maneuvers flown very well contestants attention detail would have resulted higher scores lot fliers straight-and-level entering exiting maneuver completely vertical should have Its amazing such small mistake can affect simple loop loops perfect also diving entry get little extra speed climbout exit get position next maneuver Remember entry exit just important other portions maneuver last comment about flying has landings maneuvers start takeoff complete landing also seemed pilot spending lot thought energy perform hovering type maneuver needed sort gave up came landing resulting little bounce Part can attributed letdown attention especially wind always give just slightest nosedown command just helicopter ready touch down nose-down effect helicopter almost unnoticeable others watching does allow front portion skids touch just slightly first thereby stopping bounce Im sure would work everyone something try December1997 45 See Results FOCUS ON COMPETITION Daniel Carter Orlando FL third place Class II poses X Cell Pro Wonderful paint job Ted Schoonard Naomi Don Griffin run transmitter impound area ensure clean frequencies Nothing Chance F3C winner Curtis Youngblood Lexington TX prepares carefully another quality flight landings little bouncy issues Nats use new CSM gyro Although have used gyro made England uses electronics designed Cohn Mill also designer NHP simulator twoposition gyro has standard rate function now also has headinghold function virtually turns autopilot Since heading-hold function does comply current rules gyros function allowed Nats did talk some fliers have gyro like very much changed another gyro competition Just about everyone opinion whether type gyro should allowed possibly best response came Curtis Youngblood said advancements technology should allowed long make maneuvers harder take advantage improvements have agree him cant dont want stop progress must learn live events wanted see freestyle flying scheduled Saturday Unfortunately canceled because after formal events concluded Friday everyone return home after spending entire week Muncie Maybe next year part flying can during weekend freestyle being accomplished along other events After returned home gave following people call get impressions Nats help information times Engine Choice World Champions Nelson Engines World Pylon Racing Champions Worlds Finest & Fastest Racing Engines have trophies prove Versions Soort & Competition Available Sizes 15 50 Only Way Win Ultra Thrust Mufflers Serious Horsepower Upgrade Sport Engines 500 RPM Increase Over Stock Muffler available 60 size ls fit OS 32 Webra 32 ST G 34 05 40/46 SF 05 46 FX ASP 45 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/45 ST GS 40/45/51 Webra 40/50 MWS 40 Rossi 40/45/53 Complete Engine/Muffler Combos Available Application ne Included Worlds Champion AAC andSpeed Wneeis ABC Piston/Cylinder SetsFor Sport Racing Free-Flight True Chrome Plating ImprovedElectrics 4 Diameter Porting Timing Options Sizes FitReplaceable 0-Ring Tire 1 Most YS OS Engines 45 tooz per Pair l Axles Available 108 ApplicationCan dyed choice color K Pylon Racing Parts & Accessories uper Tiger YS Repair Service Send $300 1997 Catalog Dealer Inquiries Welcome PERFORMANCE SPECIALTIES P 0 Box 3146 nerville NV 80410 e 702-265-7523 702-265-7522 Ultra Mounts Backplate Mounting System CNC Barstock Aluminum Replaces Stock Backplate 0-Ring Seal roublesome Gaskets Available ST 40/45/51 Rossi 40/45 Webra 40/50 05 40/46 SF YS 45 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/46/53 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Ultra Oil Preservative After-Run Oil Model Engines Fully Compatible OSIYS Pump Systems Helps Prevent Rust & Corrosion Others Have Failed lable 3 Convenient Sizes 8 oz Duart Gallon 46 Model Aviation ISSMO Micro AV Competition International Society Structural Multi-disciplinary Optimization ISSMO announcing Second annual Micro AV competition objective compe tition employ multi-disciplinary design optimization MDO design build smallest aerial vehicle AV can perform following mission Fly photograph 15-meter size symbol ground located 600 meters launch site hidden view square enclosing fence 35-meter wide 15-meter high Provide legible image symbol launching individual launch site will two prizes awarded AVs complying competition rules $1250 prize smallest AV other $1250 prize design best MOO no 15 times size AV winning first prize competition will held site near University Florida campus May 91998 copy competition rules e-mail write Professor Edward Walsh ekw@aerOufledu Professor Raphael Haftka haftka@ufledu Department AeMES University Florida Gainesville FL 32611-6250 Additional information also available ISSMO home page http//wwwaeroufledu/-issmo ALL NEW GILES 202 NOBLE RIC proud present 40 & 120 size Giles 202 sport aerobatic aircraft NOBLE R/C has separated rest designing highest quality R/C kit available II Balsa & liteply construction seamless fiberglass crystal clear canopy full rolled printsdetailed iastruction manual 40 SIZE SIZE wing span-54wing span-73 wing area-513wing area-968 length- 47len gth-64 weight 4-6 lbsweight 11-13 lbs Price $14995Price $26995 NOBLER/C 7442 WSTRT29 URBANA OH 43078 937-3624196 Call shqping information Send $100 SASE complete detaiLs RED M FUELSJIEJ NLAiX tulates Kirk Cray excellent Place ly IflC459 performance AMA 1stFHS Winners11 World Champiomhbt AMA Air NationalsUsing spaceage lubricabon tecnology rop 1997 112A CombatFHS Oil Bob Mearsquality components developed refined over 1996 FAI Pattern Kirk Gray28 years experience RED MAX fuels 1996 Sportsman Randy Wolfespecially engineered Maximum Performance MAC Scale Aerobatic NationalsPower Protection RED MAX known 1997 Sportsman Michael Kupersold internationally best fuel can IRCHA Helicooter Internationalsuse model engine Fuel model 1997 10cc TopSpeed Bruce Bennetttypes available planes helicopters boats 1997 10cc TimeToClib Bruce Bennettcars ng pattern just fun NAMBA Boat Nationals 1996 A-OPC 36cc Mod Tun Joe Monohan 1996 B-OPC 76cc Mod Tun Don Hirami 1996 C-OPC 11cc Mod Tun Mike McKabney 1996 C-OPC 11cc Stock Tun Joe Monohan Other contests nationwide Engine types 2 4 cycle Glow Diesel Nitro Power blends 0% 75% 5% Oil blends RED MAX Synthetic Syn-Cas Blend Customer special blends available Numerous awards yearMinimum gal Standard 4-gal 20-qt Cases Shipping UPS door 12 gal FHS Supply lncPO Box 9CloverSC 29710-0009 motorfreight commercial address Sales800 7424484 Voice 803 222-7488 Price breaks 4 12 20 60124 gal lnternetFHSoil@aolcom Fax803 222-7285 Special discount prepaid club orders httpllmembersaolcom/FHSoilIRedMaxhtml RED MAX Shirts Hats & Stickers available Paul Soha Stow OH particularly impressed high quality helicopters radios resulting single crash during week also appreciated cross-talk among contestants noting though sponsored fliers still willing help needed since Paul excellent freestyle flier felt unfortunate event canceled looks forward participating next year David Harkey Birmingham AL assistant CD helicopter portion Nats felt competitive Nats ever Class III after seven rounds flying normalized difference between first second place 17 points Class lithe normalized difference between first second place 03 point Class flying went last round nine determine winner Now some competitive flying know contestants would like thank mentioned above help participation especially Craig Bradley responsible overall Helicopter Nationals extremely big job lot responsibility little thanks knew much work others put make fun event Craig has consented run operation again next year David second command wish both continued success received year Thanks job well done look forward being next year Nats little CHAOS life Four choose 56 80 inch spans NEWO.40 size Chaos.$650 UTTER CHAOS 60.$6995 KILLER CHAOS.$7995 SUPER CHAOS 80.$15995 Add SOO S&H 1-800-628-6065 520-758-1100 G&S Hobbies 967 Hancock Bullhead Az 8644Z Write call FREE CATALOG BRIDI kits Lowest prices anywhere 48 Model Aviation 43G
Edition: Model Aviation - 1997/12
Page Numbers: 43, 44, 45, 46, 48
RADIO CONTROL HELICOPTERS ~rnm U T ri Ii THE NATS Just saying paints picture event large enough allow modelers US well other countries participate forms flying competition wasnt too long ago Nats held different cities throughout country year allowing modelers gather week compete just renew old friendships share ideas others about favorite hobby has changed recently better having Nats same site year AMA s International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana Just about hours drive north east Indianapolis Muncie good site types flying its moderate weather flat land lack big-city radio interference hope will able pay visit site near future Helicopter held during four-day span Tuesday Friday couple practice days beforehand planned freestyle event Saturday canceled Unfortunately meant wishing compete take full week off work Im sure something about 50 participants helicopter flying categories really isnt bad turnout consider distance some folks travel cost spending week away home everyone talked said well worth great time Since official results posted elsewhere issue wont spend space relist winners except say congratulations participated nice things about Nats ability renew old friendships build new ones takes first Naomi Don Griffin husbandand-wife team has coming December1997 43 Wendell Adkins wife Lisa fuselage-type helicopter Nats except Scale Lisa crew chief judge needed Ted Schoonard Miniature Aircraft flew X-Cell Pro VS-91 four-stroke engine Plenty power sounded great George Grant Wadsworth OH wanted X-Cell Pro look little different gave wild paint scheme Nats years us can remembernot fly manage transmitter-impound area dawn dusk assure clean frequency practice compete Although give freely time talents Naomi Don two best Although able stay entire event did manage two days got chance talk lot fliers about helicopters related equipment get thoughts competition thing became apparent right away high quality helicopters radios being used levels fliers wasnt few years ago could tell Class flightline 30-size helicopters hands fliers year now flightlines look same terms equipment very high degree flying proficiency Now Class II III fliers use very expensive 60-size machines 30% fuel fiberglass blades best radios certainly isnt bad someone wants use better equipment just makes want point out dont need high-dollar stuff have good time helicopters compete local national contests Because us fly just few other helicopter fliers dont get chance travel country Nats gives us opportunity see great crosssection fliers helicopters setups well flying techniques since able would like give some impressions may able relate own flying first things noticed fliers using either neck strap tray have always considered neck strap essential keeping weight transmitter neck rather fingers trying controlling tray being improvement asked flying neck strap chose seemed feel control transmitter could get switches better needed different phases flight Im sure really agree answer because either strap tray would allow flier make slight hand movements affecting movement control sticks believe FAI fliers used strap tray certainly doesnt mean have use either something may want try see helps flying also surprised see several fliers using thumbs-only technique top control sticks used fly thumbs. years ago flew fixedwing models felt allowed freedom movement thumbs reach extremes stick movement talked fliers opinion However technique use combination thumb two-finger approach placing thumbs top control stick just did fixedwings place tip index finger against stick sliding up until just touches thumb feel get best both worlds because thumb actually doing controlling 44 Model Aviation e Helms Futaba has turned helicopters because loss flying sites California Uses 16% negative expo give rotary servos linear feel Canadas Steve Gray Kitchener Ontario placed eleventh F3C Scott Gray also Curtis Youngbloods contest machine something completely new head metal Kitchener placed fourth Best Senior very rugged-looking flybar top custom years ago additional finger steadying stick finer movements have flying like years has helicopter flying improved has fixed-wing flying As mentioned helicopters highest quality 30% fuel Hatori-type mufflers fiberglass blades being rule Just about helicopters excellent paint jobs evident bright colors use enable pilots better see machines years past contestants using fiberglass fuselages also made helicopter easier see evident Nats flown Wendell Adkins Everyone also using multi rotor speeds hovering flying events although did have tach would guess hovering done about 1400 rpm aerobatics 1700 rpm range has actually become quite standard past few years since lower hovering rpm reduces sensitivity helicopter higher rpm needed aerobatics Although judge did watch compete flying classes talked some fliers about observations hope will helpful would like practice next local contest hopefully next years Nats fliers seemed concerned flying smoothness rather making aggressive corrections keep helicopter wanted mean hovering point wind blew off little would very smooth recovery get back point also meant off desired track greater period time almost direct contrast Curtis Youngbloods style very aggressive making needed corrections keep helicopter wants results helicopter being closer track recovering shorter period time However really takes concentration watch helicopter very closely see slightest movement make needed small corrections timely manner also recommend try stay upwind slightly doing hovering maneuvers because its much easier correct downwind flying upwind make small correction aerobatic maneuvers flown very well contestants attention detail would have resulted higher scores lot fliers straight-and-level entering exiting maneuver completely vertical should have Its amazing such small mistake can affect simple loop loops perfect also diving entry get little extra speed climbout exit get position next maneuver Remember entry exit just important other portions maneuver last comment about flying has landings maneuvers start takeoff complete landing also seemed pilot spending lot thought energy perform hovering type maneuver needed sort gave up came landing resulting little bounce Part can attributed letdown attention especially wind always give just slightest nosedown command just helicopter ready touch down nose-down effect helicopter almost unnoticeable others watching does allow front portion skids touch just slightly first thereby stopping bounce Im sure would work everyone something try December1997 45 See Results FOCUS ON COMPETITION Daniel Carter Orlando FL third place Class II poses X Cell Pro Wonderful paint job Ted Schoonard Naomi Don Griffin run transmitter impound area ensure clean frequencies Nothing Chance F3C winner Curtis Youngblood Lexington TX prepares carefully another quality flight landings little bouncy issues Nats use new CSM gyro Although have used gyro made England uses electronics designed Cohn Mill also designer NHP simulator twoposition gyro has standard rate function now also has headinghold function virtually turns autopilot Since heading-hold function does comply current rules gyros function allowed Nats did talk some fliers have gyro like very much changed another gyro competition Just about everyone opinion whether type gyro should allowed possibly best response came Curtis Youngblood said advancements technology should allowed long make maneuvers harder take advantage improvements have agree him cant dont want stop progress must learn live events wanted see freestyle flying scheduled Saturday Unfortunately canceled because after formal events concluded Friday everyone return home after spending entire week Muncie Maybe next year part flying can during weekend freestyle being accomplished along other events After returned home gave following people call get impressions Nats help information times Engine Choice World Champions Nelson Engines World Pylon Racing Champions Worlds Finest & Fastest Racing Engines have trophies prove Versions Soort & Competition Available Sizes 15 50 Only Way Win Ultra Thrust Mufflers Serious Horsepower Upgrade Sport Engines 500 RPM Increase Over Stock Muffler available 60 size ls fit OS 32 Webra 32 ST G 34 05 40/46 SF 05 46 FX ASP 45 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/45 ST GS 40/45/51 Webra 40/50 MWS 40 Rossi 40/45/53 Complete Engine/Muffler Combos Available Application ne Included Worlds Champion AAC andSpeed Wneeis ABC Piston/Cylinder SetsFor Sport Racing Free-Flight True Chrome Plating ImprovedElectrics 4 Diameter Porting Timing Options Sizes FitReplaceable 0-Ring Tire 1 Most YS OS Engines 45 tooz per Pair l Axles Available 108 ApplicationCan dyed choice color K Pylon Racing Parts & Accessories uper Tiger YS Repair Service Send $300 1997 Catalog Dealer Inquiries Welcome PERFORMANCE SPECIALTIES P 0 Box 3146 nerville NV 80410 e 702-265-7523 702-265-7522 Ultra Mounts Backplate Mounting System CNC Barstock Aluminum Replaces Stock Backplate 0-Ring Seal roublesome Gaskets Available ST 40/45/51 Rossi 40/45 Webra 40/50 05 40/46 SF YS 45 Thunder Tiger Pro 40/46/53 Magnum XL 40/46/53 Ultra Oil Preservative After-Run Oil Model Engines Fully Compatible OSIYS Pump Systems Helps Prevent Rust & Corrosion Others Have Failed lable 3 Convenient Sizes 8 oz Duart Gallon 46 Model Aviation ISSMO Micro AV Competition International Society Structural Multi-disciplinary Optimization ISSMO announcing Second annual Micro AV competition objective compe tition employ multi-disciplinary design optimization MDO design build smallest aerial vehicle AV can perform following mission Fly photograph 15-meter size symbol ground located 600 meters launch site hidden view square enclosing fence 35-meter wide 15-meter high Provide legible image symbol launching individual launch site will two prizes awarded AVs complying competition rules $1250 prize smallest AV other $1250 prize design best MOO no 15 times size AV winning first prize competition will held site near University Florida campus May 91998 copy competition rules e-mail write Professor Edward Walsh ekw@aerOufledu Professor Raphael Haftka haftka@ufledu Department AeMES University Florida Gainesville FL 32611-6250 Additional information also available ISSMO home page http//wwwaeroufledu/-issmo ALL NEW GILES 202 NOBLE RIC proud present 40 & 120 size Giles 202 sport aerobatic aircraft NOBLE R/C has separated rest designing highest quality R/C kit available II Balsa & liteply construction seamless fiberglass crystal clear canopy full rolled printsdetailed iastruction manual 40 SIZE SIZE wing span-54wing span-73 wing area-513wing area-968 length- 47len gth-64 weight 4-6 lbsweight 11-13 lbs Price $14995Price $26995 NOBLER/C 7442 WSTRT29 URBANA OH 43078 937-3624196 Call shqping information Send $100 SASE complete detaiLs RED M FUELSJIEJ NLAiX tulates Kirk Cray excellent Place ly IflC459 performance AMA 1stFHS Winners11 World Champiomhbt AMA Air NationalsUsing spaceage lubricabon tecnology rop 1997 112A CombatFHS Oil Bob Mearsquality components developed refined over 1996 FAI Pattern Kirk Gray28 years experience RED MAX fuels 1996 Sportsman Randy Wolfespecially engineered Maximum Performance MAC Scale Aerobatic NationalsPower Protection RED MAX known 1997 Sportsman Michael Kupersold internationally best fuel can IRCHA Helicooter Internationalsuse model engine Fuel model 1997 10cc TopSpeed Bruce Bennetttypes available planes helicopters boats 1997 10cc TimeToClib Bruce Bennettcars ng pattern just fun NAMBA Boat Nationals 1996 A-OPC 36cc Mod Tun Joe Monohan 1996 B-OPC 76cc Mod Tun Don Hirami 1996 C-OPC 11cc Mod Tun Mike McKabney 1996 C-OPC 11cc Stock Tun Joe Monohan Other contests nationwide Engine types 2 4 cycle Glow Diesel Nitro Power blends 0% 75% 5% Oil blends RED MAX Synthetic Syn-Cas Blend Customer special blends available Numerous awards yearMinimum gal Standard 4-gal 20-qt Cases Shipping UPS door 12 gal FHS Supply lncPO Box 9CloverSC 29710-0009 motorfreight commercial address Sales800 7424484 Voice 803 222-7488 Price breaks 4 12 20 60124 gal lnternetFHSoil@aolcom Fax803 222-7285 Special discount prepaid club orders httpllmembersaolcom/FHSoilIRedMaxhtml RED MAX Shirts Hats & Stickers available Paul Soha Stow OH particularly impressed high quality helicopters radios resulting single crash during week also appreciated cross-talk among contestants noting though sponsored fliers still willing help needed since Paul excellent freestyle flier felt unfortunate event canceled looks forward participating next year David Harkey Birmingham AL assistant CD helicopter portion Nats felt competitive Nats ever Class III after seven rounds flying normalized difference between first second place 17 points Class lithe normalized difference between first second place 03 point Class flying went last round nine determine winner Now some competitive flying know contestants would like thank mentioned above help participation especially Craig Bradley responsible overall Helicopter Nationals extremely big job lot responsibility little thanks knew much work others put make fun event Craig has consented run operation again next year David second command wish both continued success received year Thanks job well done look forward being next year Nats little CHAOS life Four choose 56 80 inch spans NEWO.40 size Chaos.$650 UTTER CHAOS 60.$6995 KILLER CHAOS.$7995 SUPER CHAOS 80.$15995 Add SOO S&H 1-800-628-6065 520-758-1100 G&S Hobbies 967 Hancock Bullhead Az 8644Z Write call FREE CATALOG BRIDI kits Lowest prices anywhere 48 Model Aviation 43G