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Radio Control: Jets

Author: D. Ellis


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/04
Page Numbers: 93, 94, 96

RADIO CONTROL JETS THE FIRST US MEET SPECIFICALLY FOR gas turbinepowered jets will held June 7-9 1996 Jet Pilots Organization JPO will host event National Flying Site Muncie Indiana JPO AMA jet Special Interest Group will support staff weekend event field will open informal flying setup checkouts Friday June 7 goal meet introduce turbine-powered flying demonstrate safe procedures provide everyone opportunity observe shop compare learn have already become involved can show off aircraft have great weekend flying help share knowledge turbines turbines have demonstrated flown other meets will first meet tailored showcase gas turbines Ducted fans will share open flying throughout weekend Several reasons motivate turbine meet Foremost pending action AMA incorporate turbine-powered models Safety Code under set regulations designed promote safe responsible flying regulations prepared AMA Executive Council review approval February 1996 meeting details will forthcoming meet will provide great way introduce safety procedures Another reason meet growing number variety gas turbines market JPX has introduced new T250 T260 turbine versions SWB will release initial production SWB-4 20-poundthrust engine early 1996 15-pound-thrust SWB-5 scheduled available midyear Golden West California company now responsible production Schneider Sanchez Schreckling FD 3167L5 engines also providing sales distribution US engines factory-assembled balanced Thunder Tiger has indicated plans initiate production/delivery engine mid-1996 AMT Netherlands full production Pegasus engine least has imported US Other sources reportedly near production AMA issued approximately 16 permits 1995 engine availability increasing 1996 new fliers getting act hoping large turnout meet meet will provide weekend fun informal flying competition awards will also opportunity visit AMAs model museum talk AMA officials Proposed activities include Open flying turbines ducted fans Manufacturer flying demonstrations Specific times Scale-model demonstrations others air Manufacturers seminars Manufacturers product-display booths emphasis turbines Speed trapsfor information will no competition will $25 flying fee $20 preregistration event Admission parking will free fliers pit crew members AMA members Detailed information regarding meet advance registration area motels etc can obtained through local JPO representative myself CD listed Model Aviation Contest Calendar April 1996 93 1994 Jet Nationals held RC Eagles Country Club Hebron Ohio runway has since widened RC Eagles Country Club runway 2800 feet long widened middle Note fleidhouse background closeup Country Clubs fleldhouse has covered picnic patio hobby shop restrooms sized fit 5/32 axles including ts Aluminum C-Clip Axles lightweight flat-spot resistant foam Radiused tread design smooth ground handling good looks acement foam tires nylon readily available VISA Master Card welcome Dealer inquiries invited call write Precision Model Products 3 Hix St nia Michigan 48154 313 464-8594 Join squadron [ Brand new squadron markings. Available 1/8 1/6 & 1/4 scales Setd Se6t4ocfiae Theres always something new major decals orkssquadron insignias NORTHEAST SCREEN GRAPHICS 21 FISHER AVE EAST LONOMEADOW MA 01028 TEL 4135254110 FAX 413-525-7794 hope see manufacturers have already indicated plan attend should have hot time Ideal Jet Field have own ideas what would comprise ideal jet flying field reality us utilize local club facilities whatever might provide introduction gas turbines availability suitable fields becomes greater concern Most jet models eat up lot ground sky turbine models dont spool up quickly last-minute go arounds also present challenge bleeding-off speed spot landing What makes ideal jet field Several features come mind long straightaway /2 mile clear overfly area paved runway least 800 feet long Smooth grass runoffs sides flat grass runway area emergency belly landings Sufficient pit area protected spectator area Room turbine startup 25 feet others location away homes public areas limit noise concerns No proximity full-scale airport might limit flying ceiling number other considerations including prevailing wind direction onsite facilities parking space fortunate large number great model-flying fields available us However wonder fields ideal jets area Cincinnati Ohio several usable fields ideal Ihirpnces b1e qumilities symldbuildmg call wirfcroifl~ MICRO FASTENERS 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 800-892-8917 908-8064050 fax 908-788-2607 94 Model Aviation ircraft Mag Wheels CNC machined aerospace-grade aluminum arstock ryfon bushings frict ion-f ree running long wear Radiused corners high-stress areas Fivesptkemao wheel functional good looks Tire Retention System iing power Rter hub keep wheel collar 4-40x112 socket caps sell $435/100 alloy steel $665/i 00 stainless $750150 aluminum ro0Z0 01 00000 0 13030003 MaCor 000003301 0C1 0300000000 313 OC34033C040 00JfCCS CCC34CC001 a0 CS~1 o~ CD S3a34 cj0Co3o0300flrols MoCCCC03 33 33 C 33 33033331333 0ODOPoPOOOO 4W 130130-- . -f 300 00a 0030 a0 CD 0 04~33333Cg4 330 03360010000C000flfl00003 0 031300 00000 r w------ w 5 cC 3 2999 z aO330333330333303C33330300C a a 000 40W444 44444 00 C 0033C3333 Wa 4 a4 aWa 404 4 00044~r13033030001313O000 3z1013--0000330004M0CC30J1ifY1tJ&4 0a00 13 00 300000000 3330000 3000003 4Th 0-a00 00 0000 33010 013033000130013C3W3P0a0aa-3a 03 0000 3 00 300000000 (000 60 OC3COO66 6rtnu 63 01fl rz 001 COTHERSIZESAVAILABLEK 03-3a.0W 130 3 0000000 0400I130-J0 3 ~00C33C00i3-130 40 mmOM0- o0gg ooo0ooaicr0r00 & mmooooooo Z -33 01-3 C ii CD -I CD ii m 0 -I 0 z C 0 m 0 0 z -I ii CD -I w ICD CD -4 CD 1 0 -I 0 z C C z -4 m m 0 CD ii 0 -L 0 0 0 CD w r m 0 4 -L -n 0 0 0 CO 1 - 0 00 0 0 0 03 3 1 0 00-- 3p03 -0 0-00 00 0-0 003 000 3-333 0 0 - - - 0 00 0 00 0303 010 0 0000 0-3 10 001 03 0 00 0 01000 a03 1 0 00 00 0 0lA 0 0 2 2 000 0 -3 10 01 0ft 0-Oo 000012 0200 01O 01030 0001 no00 0-301 00001 0- 010 00 0 - 0 o 102~2 0 30 OoO 0 00 0010~001 03 0000-.33 0 -303 0 0 0011 001 gooo 0-Bo~ooo0 00 000-00-0 B 00 00-01 0 0 0 00 03 0 0 0 / 0300 0 00SC 1C010 0103Oo 000 0-000 03 0 000- 01 0 2~ 000 0303 0- 03 0 03 03 0 0 0 o 0-03 001001~ 0 0 0-0 0 0031 -310 0- 0010-0 0 0 030100 0103 000 03 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 03 1 0 0 2 0 03 1 0 0 0 0 0 B 3- I 1-4 C0 Ca 3 33 0 P133 8% CDIl 3jO 01 cor -0 co 00 Oil U1- CD 0 M 0 p wm 0 xW - fl OJ 0 0 N 4 00 003 0 00 0- 0 0030 00 0- 0 0 000 0 0 00 0CD -3-3013-4 00W004000C0PC9C 044r3SC 13 000 J00 030.300 0000000

Author: D. Ellis


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/04
Page Numbers: 93, 94, 96

RADIO CONTROL JETS THE FIRST US MEET SPECIFICALLY FOR gas turbinepowered jets will held June 7-9 1996 Jet Pilots Organization JPO will host event National Flying Site Muncie Indiana JPO AMA jet Special Interest Group will support staff weekend event field will open informal flying setup checkouts Friday June 7 goal meet introduce turbine-powered flying demonstrate safe procedures provide everyone opportunity observe shop compare learn have already become involved can show off aircraft have great weekend flying help share knowledge turbines turbines have demonstrated flown other meets will first meet tailored showcase gas turbines Ducted fans will share open flying throughout weekend Several reasons motivate turbine meet Foremost pending action AMA incorporate turbine-powered models Safety Code under set regulations designed promote safe responsible flying regulations prepared AMA Executive Council review approval February 1996 meeting details will forthcoming meet will provide great way introduce safety procedures Another reason meet growing number variety gas turbines market JPX has introduced new T250 T260 turbine versions SWB will release initial production SWB-4 20-poundthrust engine early 1996 15-pound-thrust SWB-5 scheduled available midyear Golden West California company now responsible production Schneider Sanchez Schreckling FD 3167L5 engines also providing sales distribution US engines factory-assembled balanced Thunder Tiger has indicated plans initiate production/delivery engine mid-1996 AMT Netherlands full production Pegasus engine least has imported US Other sources reportedly near production AMA issued approximately 16 permits 1995 engine availability increasing 1996 new fliers getting act hoping large turnout meet meet will provide weekend fun informal flying competition awards will also opportunity visit AMAs model museum talk AMA officials Proposed activities include Open flying turbines ducted fans Manufacturer flying demonstrations Specific times Scale-model demonstrations others air Manufacturers seminars Manufacturers product-display booths emphasis turbines Speed trapsfor information will no competition will $25 flying fee $20 preregistration event Admission parking will free fliers pit crew members AMA members Detailed information regarding meet advance registration area motels etc can obtained through local JPO representative myself CD listed Model Aviation Contest Calendar April 1996 93 1994 Jet Nationals held RC Eagles Country Club Hebron Ohio runway has since widened RC Eagles Country Club runway 2800 feet long widened middle Note fleidhouse background closeup Country Clubs fleldhouse has covered picnic patio hobby shop restrooms sized fit 5/32 axles including ts Aluminum C-Clip Axles lightweight flat-spot resistant foam Radiused tread design smooth ground handling good looks acement foam tires nylon readily available VISA Master Card welcome Dealer inquiries invited call write Precision Model Products 3 Hix St nia Michigan 48154 313 464-8594 Join squadron [ Brand new squadron markings. Available 1/8 1/6 & 1/4 scales Setd Se6t4ocfiae Theres always something new major decals orkssquadron insignias NORTHEAST SCREEN GRAPHICS 21 FISHER AVE EAST LONOMEADOW MA 01028 TEL 4135254110 FAX 413-525-7794 hope see manufacturers have already indicated plan attend should have hot time Ideal Jet Field have own ideas what would comprise ideal jet flying field reality us utilize local club facilities whatever might provide introduction gas turbines availability suitable fields becomes greater concern Most jet models eat up lot ground sky turbine models dont spool up quickly last-minute go arounds also present challenge bleeding-off speed spot landing What makes ideal jet field Several features come mind long straightaway /2 mile clear overfly area paved runway least 800 feet long Smooth grass runoffs sides flat grass runway area emergency belly landings Sufficient pit area protected spectator area Room turbine startup 25 feet others location away homes public areas limit noise concerns No proximity full-scale airport might limit flying ceiling number other considerations including prevailing wind direction onsite facilities parking space fortunate large number great model-flying fields available us However wonder fields ideal jets area Cincinnati Ohio several usable fields ideal Ihirpnces b1e qumilities symldbuildmg call wirfcroifl~ MICRO FASTENERS 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 800-892-8917 908-8064050 fax 908-788-2607 94 Model Aviation ircraft Mag Wheels CNC machined aerospace-grade aluminum arstock ryfon bushings frict ion-f ree running long wear Radiused corners high-stress areas Fivesptkemao wheel functional good looks Tire Retention System iing power Rter hub keep wheel collar 4-40x112 socket caps sell $435/100 alloy steel $665/i 00 stainless $750150 aluminum ro0Z0 01 00000 0 13030003 MaCor 000003301 0C1 0300000000 313 OC34033C040 00JfCCS CCC34CC001 a0 CS~1 o~ CD S3a34 cj0Co3o0300flrols MoCCCC03 33 33 C 33 33033331333 0ODOPoPOOOO 4W 130130-- . -f 300 00a 0030 a0 CD 0 04~33333Cg4 330 03360010000C000flfl00003 0 031300 00000 r w------ w 5 cC 3 2999 z aO330333330333303C33330300C a a 000 40W444 44444 00 C 0033C3333 Wa 4 a4 aWa 404 4 00044~r13033030001313O000 3z1013--0000330004M0CC30J1ifY1tJ&4 0a00 13 00 300000000 3330000 3000003 4Th 0-a00 00 0000 33010 013033000130013C3W3P0a0aa-3a 03 0000 3 00 300000000 (000 60 OC3COO66 6rtnu 63 01fl rz 001 COTHERSIZESAVAILABLEK 03-3a.0W 130 3 0000000 0400I130-J0 3 ~00C33C00i3-130 40 mmOM0- o0gg ooo0ooaicr0r00 & mmooooooo Z -33 01-3 C ii CD -I CD ii m 0 -I 0 z C 0 m 0 0 z -I ii CD -I w ICD CD -4 CD 1 0 -I 0 z C C z -4 m m 0 CD ii 0 -L 0 0 0 CD w r m 0 4 -L -n 0 0 0 CO 1 - 0 00 0 0 0 03 3 1 0 00-- 3p03 -0 0-00 00 0-0 003 000 3-333 0 0 - - - 0 00 0 00 0303 010 0 0000 0-3 10 001 03 0 00 0 01000 a03 1 0 00 00 0 0lA 0 0 2 2 000 0 -3 10 01 0ft 0-Oo 000012 0200 01O 01030 0001 no00 0-301 00001 0- 010 00 0 - 0 o 102~2 0 30 OoO 0 00 0010~001 03 0000-.33 0 -303 0 0 0011 001 gooo 0-Bo~ooo0 00 000-00-0 B 00 00-01 0 0 0 00 03 0 0 0 / 0300 0 00SC 1C010 0103Oo 000 0-000 03 0 000- 01 0 2~ 000 0303 0- 03 0 03 03 0 0 0 o 0-03 001001~ 0 0 0-0 0 0031 -310 0- 0010-0 0 0 030100 0103 000 03 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 03 1 0 0 2 0 03 1 0 0 0 0 0 B 3- I 1-4 C0 Ca 3 33 0 P133 8% CDIl 3jO 01 cor -0 co 00 Oil U1- CD 0 M 0 p wm 0 xW - fl OJ 0 0 N 4 00 003 0 00 0- 0 0030 00 0- 0 0 000 0 0 00 0CD -3-3013-4 00W004000C0PC9C 044r3SC 13 000 J00 030.300 0000000

Author: D. Ellis


Edition: Model Aviation - 1996/04
Page Numbers: 93, 94, 96

RADIO CONTROL JETS THE FIRST US MEET SPECIFICALLY FOR gas turbinepowered jets will held June 7-9 1996 Jet Pilots Organization JPO will host event National Flying Site Muncie Indiana JPO AMA jet Special Interest Group will support staff weekend event field will open informal flying setup checkouts Friday June 7 goal meet introduce turbine-powered flying demonstrate safe procedures provide everyone opportunity observe shop compare learn have already become involved can show off aircraft have great weekend flying help share knowledge turbines turbines have demonstrated flown other meets will first meet tailored showcase gas turbines Ducted fans will share open flying throughout weekend Several reasons motivate turbine meet Foremost pending action AMA incorporate turbine-powered models Safety Code under set regulations designed promote safe responsible flying regulations prepared AMA Executive Council review approval February 1996 meeting details will forthcoming meet will provide great way introduce safety procedures Another reason meet growing number variety gas turbines market JPX has introduced new T250 T260 turbine versions SWB will release initial production SWB-4 20-poundthrust engine early 1996 15-pound-thrust SWB-5 scheduled available midyear Golden West California company now responsible production Schneider Sanchez Schreckling FD 3167L5 engines also providing sales distribution US engines factory-assembled balanced Thunder Tiger has indicated plans initiate production/delivery engine mid-1996 AMT Netherlands full production Pegasus engine least has imported US Other sources reportedly near production AMA issued approximately 16 permits 1995 engine availability increasing 1996 new fliers getting act hoping large turnout meet meet will provide weekend fun informal flying competition awards will also opportunity visit AMAs model museum talk AMA officials Proposed activities include Open flying turbines ducted fans Manufacturer flying demonstrations Specific times Scale-model demonstrations others air Manufacturers seminars Manufacturers product-display booths emphasis turbines Speed trapsfor information will no competition will $25 flying fee $20 preregistration event Admission parking will free fliers pit crew members AMA members Detailed information regarding meet advance registration area motels etc can obtained through local JPO representative myself CD listed Model Aviation Contest Calendar April 1996 93 1994 Jet Nationals held RC Eagles Country Club Hebron Ohio runway has since widened RC Eagles Country Club runway 2800 feet long widened middle Note fleidhouse background closeup Country Clubs fleldhouse has covered picnic patio hobby shop restrooms sized fit 5/32 axles including ts Aluminum C-Clip Axles lightweight flat-spot resistant foam Radiused tread design smooth ground handling good looks acement foam tires nylon readily available VISA Master Card welcome Dealer inquiries invited call write Precision Model Products 3 Hix St nia Michigan 48154 313 464-8594 Join squadron [ Brand new squadron markings. Available 1/8 1/6 & 1/4 scales Setd Se6t4ocfiae Theres always something new major decals orkssquadron insignias NORTHEAST SCREEN GRAPHICS 21 FISHER AVE EAST LONOMEADOW MA 01028 TEL 4135254110 FAX 413-525-7794 hope see manufacturers have already indicated plan attend should have hot time Ideal Jet Field have own ideas what would comprise ideal jet flying field reality us utilize local club facilities whatever might provide introduction gas turbines availability suitable fields becomes greater concern Most jet models eat up lot ground sky turbine models dont spool up quickly last-minute go arounds also present challenge bleeding-off speed spot landing What makes ideal jet field Several features come mind long straightaway /2 mile clear overfly area paved runway least 800 feet long Smooth grass runoffs sides flat grass runway area emergency belly landings Sufficient pit area protected spectator area Room turbine startup 25 feet others location away homes public areas limit noise concerns No proximity full-scale airport might limit flying ceiling number other considerations including prevailing wind direction onsite facilities parking space fortunate large number great model-flying fields available us However wonder fields ideal jets area Cincinnati Ohio several usable fields ideal Ihirpnces b1e qumilities symldbuildmg call wirfcroifl~ MICRO FASTENERS 110 Hillcrest Road Flemington NJ 08822 800-892-8917 908-8064050 fax 908-788-2607 94 Model Aviation ircraft Mag Wheels CNC machined aerospace-grade aluminum arstock ryfon bushings frict ion-f ree running long wear Radiused corners high-stress areas Fivesptkemao wheel functional good looks Tire Retention System iing power Rter hub keep wheel collar 4-40x112 socket caps sell $435/100 alloy steel $665/i 00 stainless $750150 aluminum ro0Z0 01 00000 0 13030003 MaCor 000003301 0C1 0300000000 313 OC34033C040 00JfCCS CCC34CC001 a0 CS~1 o~ CD S3a34 cj0Co3o0300flrols MoCCCC03 33 33 C 33 33033331333 0ODOPoPOOOO 4W 130130-- . -f 300 00a 0030 a0 CD 0 04~33333Cg4 330 03360010000C000flfl00003 0 031300 00000 r w------ w 5 cC 3 2999 z aO330333330333303C33330300C a a 000 40W444 44444 00 C 0033C3333 Wa 4 a4 aWa 404 4 00044~r13033030001313O000 3z1013--0000330004M0CC30J1ifY1tJ&4 0a00 13 00 300000000 3330000 3000003 4Th 0-a00 00 0000 33010 013033000130013C3W3P0a0aa-3a 03 0000 3 00 300000000 (000 60 OC3COO66 6rtnu 63 01fl rz 001 COTHERSIZESAVAILABLEK 03-3a.0W 130 3 0000000 0400I130-J0 3 ~00C33C00i3-130 40 mmOM0- o0gg ooo0ooaicr0r00 & mmooooooo Z -33 01-3 C ii CD -I CD ii m 0 -I 0 z C 0 m 0 0 z -I ii CD -I w ICD CD -4 CD 1 0 -I 0 z C C z -4 m m 0 CD ii 0 -L 0 0 0 CD w r m 0 4 -L -n 0 0 0 CO 1 - 0 00 0 0 0 03 3 1 0 00-- 3p03 -0 0-00 00 0-0 003 000 3-333 0 0 - - - 0 00 0 00 0303 010 0 0000 0-3 10 001 03 0 00 0 01000 a03 1 0 00 00 0 0lA 0 0 2 2 000 0 -3 10 01 0ft 0-Oo 000012 0200 01O 01030 0001 no00 0-301 00001 0- 010 00 0 - 0 o 102~2 0 30 OoO 0 00 0010~001 03 0000-.33 0 -303 0 0 0011 001 gooo 0-Bo~ooo0 00 000-00-0 B 00 00-01 0 0 0 00 03 0 0 0 / 0300 0 00SC 1C010 0103Oo 000 0-000 03 0 000- 01 0 2~ 000 0303 0- 03 0 03 03 0 0 0 o 0-03 001001~ 0 0 0-0 0 0031 -310 0- 0010-0 0 0 030100 0103 000 03 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 03 1 0 0 2 0 03 1 0 0 0 0 0 B 3- I 1-4 C0 Ca 3 33 0 P133 8% CDIl 3jO 01 cor -0 co 00 Oil U1- CD 0 M 0 p wm 0 xW - fl OJ 0 0 N 4 00 003 0 00 0- 0 0030 00 0- 0 0 000 0 0 00 0CD -3-3013-4 00W004000C0PC9C 044r3SC 13 000 J00 030.300 0000000

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