RADIO CONTROL SOARING U DJkYfMCF1 'gyi.-u 11 JI U W1 b iIYm IE PII4~ 'LiB Soaring Safety something sometimes forget until reminded hard way reduces accidents snafus gotchas Attention basic safety principles procedures makes soaring life pleasurable productive well safer Aviation itself inherently dangerous like seafaring terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect old pilots maxim gives some insight methodology making flying safer Preparation key fly longer list safety rules gets What have say about flight safety comes experience pilots Ive flown tips aimed making sure stay control airplane preserves model averts damage people property Ill also briefly discuss winch safety Lyme disease Preflight Inspection thorough preflight will prevent launch accidents flight crashes other thing can full-scale aviation pilots use written preflight checklist everything Cessna 152 SR-71 Blackbird Start airframe integrity bench check before leave field Check repair cracks wing fuselage empennage Are servos mounted securely control linkages freemoving secure towhook firm tight Are hinges secure Too crashes caused loss electrical power flight After charging batteries check transmitter receiver battery pack voltage expanded-scale voltmeter ESV places load circuit Look meter readings consistent new packs Lower voltage can indicate dead cell pack Discard electrical components show intermittent functioning other faults crashes initially blamed radio interference have traced loose worn connectors After assembling airplane field check correct free operation control surfaces Check functions s doubt ask second opinion brain cramp can put model dirt home flying field two airplanes crashed launch two weeks because elevator control reversal Using four-channel radio pilot switched airplanes neglected reverse elevator servo Another pilot performed about half-hour programming advanced computer radio proceeded launch elevator reversed Its believed fault caused incorrectly copying program model another Both accidents could have prevented thoroughly checking control surface movement before hooking up thorough means carefully watching surfaces movenot just wiggling sticks listening servo movement noise January1995 75 Now see Troy Lawickis Traverse City MI retractableNow dont Skeg retracted Send self-addressed stamped aluminum landing skeg used 1997 AMAILSF Soaring Natsenvelope copy drawing explaining works Troy Lawicki designs makes famous line Ducks can built TwoMeter Standard Unlimited classes Leon Kincaid prepares launch Mike Wade winch 1997 Nats Nostalgia Note winch battery charger top off battery cant too meticulous control surface inspection makes sense grasp control surface see performs against some resistance will help detect loose servos weak linkages F3B flier told about $1000 fullhouse model passed visual-only control surface check ground crashed immediately launch elevator incidence pin laying top elevator bellcrank inserted through makes shudder just thinking about Last perform radio range check according manufacturers instructions Radio problems get worse air better Winch safety involves respecting power winch motor line speed produces Electric motors react resistance drawing amperage nearly-stalled motor can considerable damage horror show runaway winch can pull airplane ground high speedmuch quicker pilots can react An automotive starter relay switch generally fails position contacts weld themselves closed energizing motor rendering foot pedal useless can cut power motor save model youve installed heavy-duty switch high-amperage circuit Suitable switches available marine RV dealers Make sure winch users know motor kill switch gh t Firs t Place Classic Olympic II known its ease building slow forgiving flying uncompromising quality Clear detailed plans photo illustrated instruction book make building easy Span 999 Area 928 sq Wing Loading 55 60 oz sq ft 2 Channel Radio Required 3 Channel Radio Required Spoiler Option Formerly AIRTRONICS Specialty Division Phone 760-744-1553 Fax 760-744-2133 76 Model Aviation 4Nats Orange Crush Louisville KY Area Soaring Society pilot Nats pilot waits other launchless chance collision timer final approach No extra people landing zone Available Leading Hobby Dealers Contact Whyte Wings er Inquiries Invited An arming switch lowamperage relay circuit prevents another problem Inadvertently stepping foot switch energizing winch motor someone holding parachute handling line household wall light switch suitable application fetching parachute put finger through tow ring Fold parachute carry closed fist winch accidentally energized line snags walking chute will pull out hand Wear glove protect hand handling line itself familiar several serious hazards associated handling using lead-acid storage batteries sure get briefing experienced automobile mechanic battery dealer Get habit throwing sailplane vigorously launch winch high-stan Getting model up flying speed increases airflow over control surfaces gives positive control sooner can make quicker corrections flight path critical early phase launch sequence Flying safety consists mainly watching other airplanes announcing intentions Look around make sure launch airspace clear avoid collisions Yelling Launching before stepping winch pedal reminds watching own models fly toward launch area time Loudly announcing Landing further alerts other pilots may looking direction 11 flying low slow closer people other times during flight Calling out may prevent midair collision between models final same time may prevent person being struck aircraft safety rule joining other sailplanes thermal Circle same direction airplanes already lift Aircraft circling together operating much closer searching independently lift Never miss day field uncharged batteriesThe ATAr newest version famous Auto-Trickle Adapter Simultaneously convert up 30 overnight chargers fully automatic trickle chargers Keeps batteries fully charged ready go Now fpatures attractive plug wall case grounded AC outlet new microprocessor circulty get yours today see dealer order direct calling 1-800-729-9210 information write Tejera Microsystems Engineering Inc P0 Box 340608 Tampa FL 33694 visit us zrnrn Look us up http/Iwwwrc-directcomMail Order 619 277-4531 T5 under aii inose otner chargers around house Now dumb chargers 3 16 hours will safe hassle free Toys cell phones cordless tools shapes sizes instantly converted fully automatic trickle chargers Vre starting new revolution Get today HANDY jig-built sail plane manufactured Czech Republic exacting standards HANDY covered *cote 2 colors glider would excellent low moderate time pilots tying small slopes San Marcos Wingspan 150cm 59 profile Selig3O2l weight radio 75-8 oz Full up wing loading will less 6 ozlft HANDY also available electric version ready mount SPEED-400 motor 6x3 folding prop 7-cell pack get 3 4 climbs charge HANDY HANDYE ARF TRIFFIK 70cm 275 span SPEED-400 acrobatic/sport racer ARF manufactured glass fiber car bon f epoxy motor 7cell pack help transform little beauty very exciting miniature pattern plane sport pylon racer experienced pilot also carry complete power package airplanes TRIFFIK stock hot color combinations 3750 1/16x23850 3/32x24661 1/8x24965 3/16 x 26074 1/4 x 26890 3/6x286119 1/2x23011042143 1/32 x 336435060 1/20x336435060 1/16x336445060 3/32 x 343526167 1/8x352637384 3/16 x 3627684161 1/4x37604113130 5/16x3100152 3/8x3105115146176 1/2x3135150175265 3/4x3225316 1/32x456667992 1/20 x 456667992 1/16x456687992 3/32x46682196114 1/0x47693112134 3/16x487109140156 1/4x4166152162179 5/16x4102234 3/6x4165216239285 1/2 x 4249285315336 3/4x4350471 MATCHED SHEETS 42 48 3/32x4125142 1/8x4150169 3/16x4164189 1/4x4176205 BIRCH DOWELS36 1/816 3/1617 1/420 5/1627 3/837 1/254 5/874 AILERONS3648 1/4x15762 1/4x1-1/49600 1/4x1-1/274105 1/4x280115 5/16x1-1/474105 5/16x1-1/275196 5/16x286120 3/8x1-1/480115 3/8x1-1/283116 3/8x295135 1/2x1-1/295140 1/2x2166150 1/4x275 1/4x3169 3/8x296 3/8x3131 1/2x3154 ADD FOR SRA FED LEADINGEDGE 20X SPRUCE TRIANGLES 36 3/8x3/854 1/2x1/275 3/4x3/495 INFO & HELP 806-745-6394 ORDERS ONLY 1-800-687-5555 24 HR FAX 806-745-6483 Coot 48 State Handling COat e $650 WeaUPS Add $550 tot COD SEND MAILLONE STAR MODELS $800 extra PP APO FPOQiscoxer petoota checks 01 COD 6 /4 % tax 0 Texas US currency ony Mt wood order $1500 ORDERS TO Rt9 Box 437 Lubbock TX 79423 21 23 27 36 45 23 27 29 36 45 59 30 33 41 58 78 35 45 57 68 86 64 82 104 86 111 132 48 900 1075 625 735 835 36 29 33 40 54 68 131 225 48 1/32x378119 1/20x3 78119lU 1/16x3 178119 3/32x3 93144 1/8x3114175 3/16x3132202 1/4x3157237.. 3/8x3188307 1/2x3238382 3/4x33755A9 1x3 1/32x4123188c 1/20x4123188 1/16x4123188 3/32x4140232 1/8x4160262 3/16x4197300 4x4237332-J 3/8x4357563 1/2x4462688 /AII 4-0 lx wxxdsuDixcttxaxiraxDiry SUPERIOR LITE1224 48 1/OxO250395 1/Ox 12395750 1/4x12495956 LITE PLY1224 48 1/8x6 100 125 235 1/8x12 125 235 450 1/4x6 125 175 340 1/4 x 12 175 345 650 3PLYBIRCH122448 1/64 x 6140275495 1/64 x 12279510950 1/32x6 95180325 1/32x12180335635 1/16 x 6 95180325 1/16 x 12180335625 1/OxO95180335 1/Ox 12180335650 4 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/16 x 6109 215 345 3/16x12215 345 685 5 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/32x6 135260400 3/32 x 12260500895 1/Ox 6145280525 1/8x12280550950 1/4x6125250380 1/4 x 12230380725 7 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/8 x 6 150 285 525 3/Ox 12 2855501096 9 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 1/2 xO 200 350 575 1/2x12 350 5801125 HARD MAPLE18 1/4x1/445 1/4x3/850 1/4x1/256 3/8x3/850 3/8x1/256 3/8x3/465 3/8x175 3/8x1-1/2115 1/2x1/275 78 5/8x3/485 3/4x3/492 SPRUCE/ BA553648 68" 1/16x 1/42430 3/32 x 1/42539 1/8 SQ2129 1/Ox 1/42836 1/8x3/8u3546 1/Oxl/2 41 55 53 16x3/84053 3/16x1/24864 3/16x3/46588 1/4 SQ4557100 1/4x3/85369 1/4x1/26181130 1/4x3/4Ui83110186 3/8 SQ6485138 3/8x1/27591154 1/2 SQ85105180 1/2x3/494125200 AGO $500 EXTRA FDRPACKRDING GROOVED LG MOUNTS 3/8x3/41/850 3/Ox 3/45/3250 1/2x3/43/1655 WING SKINS3D36 1/32x12479 535 1/26x12479 535 1/16x12479 535 3/32x12579 645 TRAILING EDGES36 1/8x1/229 3/16x3/435 1/4a139 5/16x1-1/450 3/8x1-1/256 1/2x290 EPOXY 4-1/2 OZ 9 OZ 5 Minntx425669 15 Minute425669 30Mixnte425660 2 Hxxr425669 20 Mixutx429840 INSTANT GLUE 1/2 RD Thin xrGF185 1 no Thin OF300 2 no Thin xx GE550 8xo Thin xx OF1650 1/2 no Extra Thick200 1 no Extra thick330 2 no Extra Thick600 Oxz Extrathick1800 ODORLESS FOR FOAM 1/2 no Thix GE425 xx Thin GE785 2 xz Thin xr GE1385 2xo Accelerator315 Oxo Acc Refill695 Eattipo6149 Ext tipo x tine 6149 SEND 81 FOR COMPLETE CATALOG collide closing speed lower theyre traveling same direction rather meeting head-on Displaying frequency number placard reduces chance someone will turn second transmitter frequency shoot down warning Frequency flags could have prevented radio shoot-downs Ive witnessed fields did have frequency control boards skegology Whether skegs sharks teeth increase decrease Soaring safety has long discussed hotly debated AMA allows FAJ Federation Aeronautic Internationale does Some say skegs increase chances injury person struck airplane relatively rare event others say skegs decrease chances injury airplane slides persons ankles common scenario 1997 Nats saw interesting solution retractable skeg Troy Lawickis 2M Open-class Ducks sheetaluminum skegs could lowered raised under control servo Mike Fox told landing zone Troys Ducks sliding rapidly toward him wet grass airplane stopped suddenly Troy deployed skeg midslide Its interesting retractable skeg can increase safety improve landing scores Troy made construction drawing skeg copy send SASE address top column Lyme disease can serious problem work play grassy wooded areas Named after Lyme Connecticut first identified 1976 bacterial infection transmitted bite tiny deer tick Ixodes dammini Northeast Midwest California bacterium may carried western black-legged tick Ixodes pacificus South may carried black-legged tick Ixodes scapularis several regions may carried lone star tick Amblyomma americanum RIC SERVICE AT ITS BEST Sales Service Anything Radio Controlled KMI 7420 Seven Mile Rd Northvilie Michigan 48167 Ph 248-486-4800 Fax 248-486-1603 Repairs Updates Custom Modifications Frequency Changes 6 Send Legal sized SAE 1997 Meter conversions ACE Airtronics Aristo-craft Cirrus EK Catalog containing lists RIC maintenance hints Futaba Hitec Heathkit Hobby Shack JR Kraft KGL KSE Kline Discover MCard VISA COD KoPropo Pro-Line RCD Tower Hobbies World Engines & others UPS USMAIL FEDEX etc Calibrated Equipment Quick Turnaround Walk-in daily service 8OO am-5OO pm Send E-Mail PTWaters@junocom 78 Model Aviation * 10 12 13 17 11 14 15 19 11 13 14 15 21 28 35 14 18 21 24 30 38 22 27 29 42 52 27 36 40 53 67 49 90 76 60 81 99 36 799 970 875 1050 875 1050 695 1235 1150 875 1000 1400 950 1300 1/16x1/8 1/16x1/4 1/16x3/8 1/16x1/2 3/32 SQ 3/32 x 1/4 3/32x3/8 3/32x1/2 1/9 SO 1/8 x 3/16 1/Ox 1/4 1/8 x 3/8 1/Ox 1/2 1/8 x 3/4 1/8 xl 3/16 SO 3/16x1/4 3/16 x 3/8 3/lOx 1/2 3/16 x 3/4 3/16 xl 1/4 SQ 1/403/8 1/4 x 1/2 1/4 x 3/4 1/4 x 1 5/16 SQ 3/8 SQ 3/8x1/2 3/8 x 3/4 3/8 x 1 1/2 SQ 1/2x3/4 1/2x 1 5/8 SQ 3/4 SQ 3/4 x 1 BUNDLE DEALS 20 1/lOx 3 203/32x3 15 1/Ox 3 153f16x3 101f4x3 103/Ox 3 5 1/2 3 201/16x4 101/16x4 15 3/32 x 4 10 3/32 4 101/8x4 51/8x4 103/10x4 53/16x4 101/4x4 51/4x4 53/8x4 51/2x4 TRIANGLES 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 1-1/2 Early symptoms Lyme disease may include red skin rash fatigue mild headache pain stiffness muscles joints slight fever swollen glands Anyone has tick bite followed symptoms should see physician treatment stage usually effective left untreated rash will spread several weeks slowly fade Sometimes nothing happens disease advances can include complications heart nervous system joints symptoms can treated antibiotics advanced stages difficult resolve Infection can prevented wearing protective clothing applying insect repellant carefully checking surface body after coming inside Pay particular attention hidden hairy areas body including scalp groin armpits backs knees deer tick much smaller common wood ticks dog ticks its about size pinhead Most ticks carry Lyme disease find tick remove pulling gently tweezers swab area alcohol dont need rush removal takes 24-36 hours attachment bacteria transmitted Prevention treatment information available 1 state health department 2 Lyme Disease Foundation 18th Floor 1 Financial Plaza Hartford CT 06103 Tel [800] 886-LYME 3 American Lyme Disease Foundation Mill Pond Offices Suite 204 293 Route 100 Somers NY 10589 Tel [800] 876-LYME [914] 277-6970 Its useful review Lyme disease brochures see photographs ticks characteristic bullss eye rash appears 80% infections along detailed prevention treatment information 80 Model Aviation fly Fly live
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/01
Page Numbers: 75, 76, 77, 78, 80
RADIO CONTROL SOARING U DJkYfMCF1 'gyi.-u 11 JI U W1 b iIYm IE PII4~ 'LiB Soaring Safety something sometimes forget until reminded hard way reduces accidents snafus gotchas Attention basic safety principles procedures makes soaring life pleasurable productive well safer Aviation itself inherently dangerous like seafaring terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect old pilots maxim gives some insight methodology making flying safer Preparation key fly longer list safety rules gets What have say about flight safety comes experience pilots Ive flown tips aimed making sure stay control airplane preserves model averts damage people property Ill also briefly discuss winch safety Lyme disease Preflight Inspection thorough preflight will prevent launch accidents flight crashes other thing can full-scale aviation pilots use written preflight checklist everything Cessna 152 SR-71 Blackbird Start airframe integrity bench check before leave field Check repair cracks wing fuselage empennage Are servos mounted securely control linkages freemoving secure towhook firm tight Are hinges secure Too crashes caused loss electrical power flight After charging batteries check transmitter receiver battery pack voltage expanded-scale voltmeter ESV places load circuit Look meter readings consistent new packs Lower voltage can indicate dead cell pack Discard electrical components show intermittent functioning other faults crashes initially blamed radio interference have traced loose worn connectors After assembling airplane field check correct free operation control surfaces Check functions s doubt ask second opinion brain cramp can put model dirt home flying field two airplanes crashed launch two weeks because elevator control reversal Using four-channel radio pilot switched airplanes neglected reverse elevator servo Another pilot performed about half-hour programming advanced computer radio proceeded launch elevator reversed Its believed fault caused incorrectly copying program model another Both accidents could have prevented thoroughly checking control surface movement before hooking up thorough means carefully watching surfaces movenot just wiggling sticks listening servo movement noise January1995 75 Now see Troy Lawickis Traverse City MI retractableNow dont Skeg retracted Send self-addressed stamped aluminum landing skeg used 1997 AMAILSF Soaring Natsenvelope copy drawing explaining works Troy Lawicki designs makes famous line Ducks can built TwoMeter Standard Unlimited classes Leon Kincaid prepares launch Mike Wade winch 1997 Nats Nostalgia Note winch battery charger top off battery cant too meticulous control surface inspection makes sense grasp control surface see performs against some resistance will help detect loose servos weak linkages F3B flier told about $1000 fullhouse model passed visual-only control surface check ground crashed immediately launch elevator incidence pin laying top elevator bellcrank inserted through makes shudder just thinking about Last perform radio range check according manufacturers instructions Radio problems get worse air better Winch safety involves respecting power winch motor line speed produces Electric motors react resistance drawing amperage nearly-stalled motor can considerable damage horror show runaway winch can pull airplane ground high speedmuch quicker pilots can react An automotive starter relay switch generally fails position contacts weld themselves closed energizing motor rendering foot pedal useless can cut power motor save model youve installed heavy-duty switch high-amperage circuit Suitable switches available marine RV dealers Make sure winch users know motor kill switch gh t Firs t Place Classic Olympic II known its ease building slow forgiving flying uncompromising quality Clear detailed plans photo illustrated instruction book make building easy Span 999 Area 928 sq Wing Loading 55 60 oz sq ft 2 Channel Radio Required 3 Channel Radio Required Spoiler Option Formerly AIRTRONICS Specialty Division Phone 760-744-1553 Fax 760-744-2133 76 Model Aviation 4Nats Orange Crush Louisville KY Area Soaring Society pilot Nats pilot waits other launchless chance collision timer final approach No extra people landing zone Available Leading Hobby Dealers Contact Whyte Wings er Inquiries Invited An arming switch lowamperage relay circuit prevents another problem Inadvertently stepping foot switch energizing winch motor someone holding parachute handling line household wall light switch suitable application fetching parachute put finger through tow ring Fold parachute carry closed fist winch accidentally energized line snags walking chute will pull out hand Wear glove protect hand handling line itself familiar several serious hazards associated handling using lead-acid storage batteries sure get briefing experienced automobile mechanic battery dealer Get habit throwing sailplane vigorously launch winch high-stan Getting model up flying speed increases airflow over control surfaces gives positive control sooner can make quicker corrections flight path critical early phase launch sequence Flying safety consists mainly watching other airplanes announcing intentions Look around make sure launch airspace clear avoid collisions Yelling Launching before stepping winch pedal reminds watching own models fly toward launch area time Loudly announcing Landing further alerts other pilots may looking direction 11 flying low slow closer people other times during flight Calling out may prevent midair collision between models final same time may prevent person being struck aircraft safety rule joining other sailplanes thermal Circle same direction airplanes already lift Aircraft circling together operating much closer searching independently lift Never miss day field uncharged batteriesThe ATAr newest version famous Auto-Trickle Adapter Simultaneously convert up 30 overnight chargers fully automatic trickle chargers Keeps batteries fully charged ready go Now fpatures attractive plug wall case grounded AC outlet new microprocessor circulty get yours today see dealer order direct calling 1-800-729-9210 information write Tejera Microsystems Engineering Inc P0 Box 340608 Tampa FL 33694 visit us zrnrn Look us up http/Iwwwrc-directcomMail Order 619 277-4531 T5 under aii inose otner chargers around house Now dumb chargers 3 16 hours will safe hassle free Toys cell phones cordless tools shapes sizes instantly converted fully automatic trickle chargers Vre starting new revolution Get today HANDY jig-built sail plane manufactured Czech Republic exacting standards HANDY covered *cote 2 colors glider would excellent low moderate time pilots tying small slopes San Marcos Wingspan 150cm 59 profile Selig3O2l weight radio 75-8 oz Full up wing loading will less 6 ozlft HANDY also available electric version ready mount SPEED-400 motor 6x3 folding prop 7-cell pack get 3 4 climbs charge HANDY HANDYE ARF TRIFFIK 70cm 275 span SPEED-400 acrobatic/sport racer ARF manufactured glass fiber car bon f epoxy motor 7cell pack help transform little beauty very exciting miniature pattern plane sport pylon racer experienced pilot also carry complete power package airplanes TRIFFIK stock hot color combinations 3750 1/16x23850 3/32x24661 1/8x24965 3/16 x 26074 1/4 x 26890 3/6x286119 1/2x23011042143 1/32 x 336435060 1/20x336435060 1/16x336445060 3/32 x 343526167 1/8x352637384 3/16 x 3627684161 1/4x37604113130 5/16x3100152 3/8x3105115146176 1/2x3135150175265 3/4x3225316 1/32x456667992 1/20 x 456667992 1/16x456687992 3/32x46682196114 1/0x47693112134 3/16x487109140156 1/4x4166152162179 5/16x4102234 3/6x4165216239285 1/2 x 4249285315336 3/4x4350471 MATCHED SHEETS 42 48 3/32x4125142 1/8x4150169 3/16x4164189 1/4x4176205 BIRCH DOWELS36 1/816 3/1617 1/420 5/1627 3/837 1/254 5/874 AILERONS3648 1/4x15762 1/4x1-1/49600 1/4x1-1/274105 1/4x280115 5/16x1-1/474105 5/16x1-1/275196 5/16x286120 3/8x1-1/480115 3/8x1-1/283116 3/8x295135 1/2x1-1/295140 1/2x2166150 1/4x275 1/4x3169 3/8x296 3/8x3131 1/2x3154 ADD FOR SRA FED LEADINGEDGE 20X SPRUCE TRIANGLES 36 3/8x3/854 1/2x1/275 3/4x3/495 INFO & HELP 806-745-6394 ORDERS ONLY 1-800-687-5555 24 HR FAX 806-745-6483 Coot 48 State Handling COat e $650 WeaUPS Add $550 tot COD SEND MAILLONE STAR MODELS $800 extra PP APO FPOQiscoxer petoota checks 01 COD 6 /4 % tax 0 Texas US currency ony Mt wood order $1500 ORDERS TO Rt9 Box 437 Lubbock TX 79423 21 23 27 36 45 23 27 29 36 45 59 30 33 41 58 78 35 45 57 68 86 64 82 104 86 111 132 48 900 1075 625 735 835 36 29 33 40 54 68 131 225 48 1/32x378119 1/20x3 78119lU 1/16x3 178119 3/32x3 93144 1/8x3114175 3/16x3132202 1/4x3157237.. 3/8x3188307 1/2x3238382 3/4x33755A9 1x3 1/32x4123188c 1/20x4123188 1/16x4123188 3/32x4140232 1/8x4160262 3/16x4197300 4x4237332-J 3/8x4357563 1/2x4462688 /AII 4-0 lx wxxdsuDixcttxaxiraxDiry SUPERIOR LITE1224 48 1/OxO250395 1/Ox 12395750 1/4x12495956 LITE PLY1224 48 1/8x6 100 125 235 1/8x12 125 235 450 1/4x6 125 175 340 1/4 x 12 175 345 650 3PLYBIRCH122448 1/64 x 6140275495 1/64 x 12279510950 1/32x6 95180325 1/32x12180335635 1/16 x 6 95180325 1/16 x 12180335625 1/OxO95180335 1/Ox 12180335650 4 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/16 x 6109 215 345 3/16x12215 345 685 5 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/32x6 135260400 3/32 x 12260500895 1/Ox 6145280525 1/8x12280550950 1/4x6125250380 1/4 x 12230380725 7 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/8 x 6 150 285 525 3/Ox 12 2855501096 9 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 1/2 xO 200 350 575 1/2x12 350 5801125 HARD MAPLE18 1/4x1/445 1/4x3/850 1/4x1/256 3/8x3/850 3/8x1/256 3/8x3/465 3/8x175 3/8x1-1/2115 1/2x1/275 78 5/8x3/485 3/4x3/492 SPRUCE/ BA553648 68" 1/16x 1/42430 3/32 x 1/42539 1/8 SQ2129 1/Ox 1/42836 1/8x3/8u3546 1/Oxl/2 41 55 53 16x3/84053 3/16x1/24864 3/16x3/46588 1/4 SQ4557100 1/4x3/85369 1/4x1/26181130 1/4x3/4Ui83110186 3/8 SQ6485138 3/8x1/27591154 1/2 SQ85105180 1/2x3/494125200 AGO $500 EXTRA FDRPACKRDING GROOVED LG MOUNTS 3/8x3/41/850 3/Ox 3/45/3250 1/2x3/43/1655 WING SKINS3D36 1/32x12479 535 1/26x12479 535 1/16x12479 535 3/32x12579 645 TRAILING EDGES36 1/8x1/229 3/16x3/435 1/4a139 5/16x1-1/450 3/8x1-1/256 1/2x290 EPOXY 4-1/2 OZ 9 OZ 5 Minntx425669 15 Minute425669 30Mixnte425660 2 Hxxr425669 20 Mixutx429840 INSTANT GLUE 1/2 RD Thin xrGF185 1 no Thin OF300 2 no Thin xx GE550 8xo Thin xx OF1650 1/2 no Extra Thick200 1 no Extra thick330 2 no Extra Thick600 Oxz Extrathick1800 ODORLESS FOR FOAM 1/2 no Thix GE425 xx Thin GE785 2 xz Thin xr GE1385 2xo Accelerator315 Oxo Acc Refill695 Eattipo6149 Ext tipo x tine 6149 SEND 81 FOR COMPLETE CATALOG collide closing speed lower theyre traveling same direction rather meeting head-on Displaying frequency number placard reduces chance someone will turn second transmitter frequency shoot down warning Frequency flags could have prevented radio shoot-downs Ive witnessed fields did have frequency control boards skegology Whether skegs sharks teeth increase decrease Soaring safety has long discussed hotly debated AMA allows FAJ Federation Aeronautic Internationale does Some say skegs increase chances injury person struck airplane relatively rare event others say skegs decrease chances injury airplane slides persons ankles common scenario 1997 Nats saw interesting solution retractable skeg Troy Lawickis 2M Open-class Ducks sheetaluminum skegs could lowered raised under control servo Mike Fox told landing zone Troys Ducks sliding rapidly toward him wet grass airplane stopped suddenly Troy deployed skeg midslide Its interesting retractable skeg can increase safety improve landing scores Troy made construction drawing skeg copy send SASE address top column Lyme disease can serious problem work play grassy wooded areas Named after Lyme Connecticut first identified 1976 bacterial infection transmitted bite tiny deer tick Ixodes dammini Northeast Midwest California bacterium may carried western black-legged tick Ixodes pacificus South may carried black-legged tick Ixodes scapularis several regions may carried lone star tick Amblyomma americanum RIC SERVICE AT ITS BEST Sales Service Anything Radio Controlled KMI 7420 Seven Mile Rd Northvilie Michigan 48167 Ph 248-486-4800 Fax 248-486-1603 Repairs Updates Custom Modifications Frequency Changes 6 Send Legal sized SAE 1997 Meter conversions ACE Airtronics Aristo-craft Cirrus EK Catalog containing lists RIC maintenance hints Futaba Hitec Heathkit Hobby Shack JR Kraft KGL KSE Kline Discover MCard VISA COD KoPropo Pro-Line RCD Tower Hobbies World Engines & others UPS USMAIL FEDEX etc Calibrated Equipment Quick Turnaround Walk-in daily service 8OO am-5OO pm Send E-Mail PTWaters@junocom 78 Model Aviation * 10 12 13 17 11 14 15 19 11 13 14 15 21 28 35 14 18 21 24 30 38 22 27 29 42 52 27 36 40 53 67 49 90 76 60 81 99 36 799 970 875 1050 875 1050 695 1235 1150 875 1000 1400 950 1300 1/16x1/8 1/16x1/4 1/16x3/8 1/16x1/2 3/32 SQ 3/32 x 1/4 3/32x3/8 3/32x1/2 1/9 SO 1/8 x 3/16 1/Ox 1/4 1/8 x 3/8 1/Ox 1/2 1/8 x 3/4 1/8 xl 3/16 SO 3/16x1/4 3/16 x 3/8 3/lOx 1/2 3/16 x 3/4 3/16 xl 1/4 SQ 1/403/8 1/4 x 1/2 1/4 x 3/4 1/4 x 1 5/16 SQ 3/8 SQ 3/8x1/2 3/8 x 3/4 3/8 x 1 1/2 SQ 1/2x3/4 1/2x 1 5/8 SQ 3/4 SQ 3/4 x 1 BUNDLE DEALS 20 1/lOx 3 203/32x3 15 1/Ox 3 153f16x3 101f4x3 103/Ox 3 5 1/2 3 201/16x4 101/16x4 15 3/32 x 4 10 3/32 4 101/8x4 51/8x4 103/10x4 53/16x4 101/4x4 51/4x4 53/8x4 51/2x4 TRIANGLES 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 1-1/2 Early symptoms Lyme disease may include red skin rash fatigue mild headache pain stiffness muscles joints slight fever swollen glands Anyone has tick bite followed symptoms should see physician treatment stage usually effective left untreated rash will spread several weeks slowly fade Sometimes nothing happens disease advances can include complications heart nervous system joints symptoms can treated antibiotics advanced stages difficult resolve Infection can prevented wearing protective clothing applying insect repellant carefully checking surface body after coming inside Pay particular attention hidden hairy areas body including scalp groin armpits backs knees deer tick much smaller common wood ticks dog ticks its about size pinhead Most ticks carry Lyme disease find tick remove pulling gently tweezers swab area alcohol dont need rush removal takes 24-36 hours attachment bacteria transmitted Prevention treatment information available 1 state health department 2 Lyme Disease Foundation 18th Floor 1 Financial Plaza Hartford CT 06103 Tel [800] 886-LYME 3 American Lyme Disease Foundation Mill Pond Offices Suite 204 293 Route 100 Somers NY 10589 Tel [800] 876-LYME [914] 277-6970 Its useful review Lyme disease brochures see photographs ticks characteristic bullss eye rash appears 80% infections along detailed prevention treatment information 80 Model Aviation fly Fly live
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/01
Page Numbers: 75, 76, 77, 78, 80
RADIO CONTROL SOARING U DJkYfMCF1 'gyi.-u 11 JI U W1 b iIYm IE PII4~ 'LiB Soaring Safety something sometimes forget until reminded hard way reduces accidents snafus gotchas Attention basic safety principles procedures makes soaring life pleasurable productive well safer Aviation itself inherently dangerous like seafaring terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect old pilots maxim gives some insight methodology making flying safer Preparation key fly longer list safety rules gets What have say about flight safety comes experience pilots Ive flown tips aimed making sure stay control airplane preserves model averts damage people property Ill also briefly discuss winch safety Lyme disease Preflight Inspection thorough preflight will prevent launch accidents flight crashes other thing can full-scale aviation pilots use written preflight checklist everything Cessna 152 SR-71 Blackbird Start airframe integrity bench check before leave field Check repair cracks wing fuselage empennage Are servos mounted securely control linkages freemoving secure towhook firm tight Are hinges secure Too crashes caused loss electrical power flight After charging batteries check transmitter receiver battery pack voltage expanded-scale voltmeter ESV places load circuit Look meter readings consistent new packs Lower voltage can indicate dead cell pack Discard electrical components show intermittent functioning other faults crashes initially blamed radio interference have traced loose worn connectors After assembling airplane field check correct free operation control surfaces Check functions s doubt ask second opinion brain cramp can put model dirt home flying field two airplanes crashed launch two weeks because elevator control reversal Using four-channel radio pilot switched airplanes neglected reverse elevator servo Another pilot performed about half-hour programming advanced computer radio proceeded launch elevator reversed Its believed fault caused incorrectly copying program model another Both accidents could have prevented thoroughly checking control surface movement before hooking up thorough means carefully watching surfaces movenot just wiggling sticks listening servo movement noise January1995 75 Now see Troy Lawickis Traverse City MI retractableNow dont Skeg retracted Send self-addressed stamped aluminum landing skeg used 1997 AMAILSF Soaring Natsenvelope copy drawing explaining works Troy Lawicki designs makes famous line Ducks can built TwoMeter Standard Unlimited classes Leon Kincaid prepares launch Mike Wade winch 1997 Nats Nostalgia Note winch battery charger top off battery cant too meticulous control surface inspection makes sense grasp control surface see performs against some resistance will help detect loose servos weak linkages F3B flier told about $1000 fullhouse model passed visual-only control surface check ground crashed immediately launch elevator incidence pin laying top elevator bellcrank inserted through makes shudder just thinking about Last perform radio range check according manufacturers instructions Radio problems get worse air better Winch safety involves respecting power winch motor line speed produces Electric motors react resistance drawing amperage nearly-stalled motor can considerable damage horror show runaway winch can pull airplane ground high speedmuch quicker pilots can react An automotive starter relay switch generally fails position contacts weld themselves closed energizing motor rendering foot pedal useless can cut power motor save model youve installed heavy-duty switch high-amperage circuit Suitable switches available marine RV dealers Make sure winch users know motor kill switch gh t Firs t Place Classic Olympic II known its ease building slow forgiving flying uncompromising quality Clear detailed plans photo illustrated instruction book make building easy Span 999 Area 928 sq Wing Loading 55 60 oz sq ft 2 Channel Radio Required 3 Channel Radio Required Spoiler Option Formerly AIRTRONICS Specialty Division Phone 760-744-1553 Fax 760-744-2133 76 Model Aviation 4Nats Orange Crush Louisville KY Area Soaring Society pilot Nats pilot waits other launchless chance collision timer final approach No extra people landing zone Available Leading Hobby Dealers Contact Whyte Wings er Inquiries Invited An arming switch lowamperage relay circuit prevents another problem Inadvertently stepping foot switch energizing winch motor someone holding parachute handling line household wall light switch suitable application fetching parachute put finger through tow ring Fold parachute carry closed fist winch accidentally energized line snags walking chute will pull out hand Wear glove protect hand handling line itself familiar several serious hazards associated handling using lead-acid storage batteries sure get briefing experienced automobile mechanic battery dealer Get habit throwing sailplane vigorously launch winch high-stan Getting model up flying speed increases airflow over control surfaces gives positive control sooner can make quicker corrections flight path critical early phase launch sequence Flying safety consists mainly watching other airplanes announcing intentions Look around make sure launch airspace clear avoid collisions Yelling Launching before stepping winch pedal reminds watching own models fly toward launch area time Loudly announcing Landing further alerts other pilots may looking direction 11 flying low slow closer people other times during flight Calling out may prevent midair collision between models final same time may prevent person being struck aircraft safety rule joining other sailplanes thermal Circle same direction airplanes already lift Aircraft circling together operating much closer searching independently lift Never miss day field uncharged batteriesThe ATAr newest version famous Auto-Trickle Adapter Simultaneously convert up 30 overnight chargers fully automatic trickle chargers Keeps batteries fully charged ready go Now fpatures attractive plug wall case grounded AC outlet new microprocessor circulty get yours today see dealer order direct calling 1-800-729-9210 information write Tejera Microsystems Engineering Inc P0 Box 340608 Tampa FL 33694 visit us zrnrn Look us up http/Iwwwrc-directcomMail Order 619 277-4531 T5 under aii inose otner chargers around house Now dumb chargers 3 16 hours will safe hassle free Toys cell phones cordless tools shapes sizes instantly converted fully automatic trickle chargers Vre starting new revolution Get today HANDY jig-built sail plane manufactured Czech Republic exacting standards HANDY covered *cote 2 colors glider would excellent low moderate time pilots tying small slopes San Marcos Wingspan 150cm 59 profile Selig3O2l weight radio 75-8 oz Full up wing loading will less 6 ozlft HANDY also available electric version ready mount SPEED-400 motor 6x3 folding prop 7-cell pack get 3 4 climbs charge HANDY HANDYE ARF TRIFFIK 70cm 275 span SPEED-400 acrobatic/sport racer ARF manufactured glass fiber car bon f epoxy motor 7cell pack help transform little beauty very exciting miniature pattern plane sport pylon racer experienced pilot also carry complete power package airplanes TRIFFIK stock hot color combinations 3750 1/16x23850 3/32x24661 1/8x24965 3/16 x 26074 1/4 x 26890 3/6x286119 1/2x23011042143 1/32 x 336435060 1/20x336435060 1/16x336445060 3/32 x 343526167 1/8x352637384 3/16 x 3627684161 1/4x37604113130 5/16x3100152 3/8x3105115146176 1/2x3135150175265 3/4x3225316 1/32x456667992 1/20 x 456667992 1/16x456687992 3/32x46682196114 1/0x47693112134 3/16x487109140156 1/4x4166152162179 5/16x4102234 3/6x4165216239285 1/2 x 4249285315336 3/4x4350471 MATCHED SHEETS 42 48 3/32x4125142 1/8x4150169 3/16x4164189 1/4x4176205 BIRCH DOWELS36 1/816 3/1617 1/420 5/1627 3/837 1/254 5/874 AILERONS3648 1/4x15762 1/4x1-1/49600 1/4x1-1/274105 1/4x280115 5/16x1-1/474105 5/16x1-1/275196 5/16x286120 3/8x1-1/480115 3/8x1-1/283116 3/8x295135 1/2x1-1/295140 1/2x2166150 1/4x275 1/4x3169 3/8x296 3/8x3131 1/2x3154 ADD FOR SRA FED LEADINGEDGE 20X SPRUCE TRIANGLES 36 3/8x3/854 1/2x1/275 3/4x3/495 INFO & HELP 806-745-6394 ORDERS ONLY 1-800-687-5555 24 HR FAX 806-745-6483 Coot 48 State Handling COat e $650 WeaUPS Add $550 tot COD SEND MAILLONE STAR MODELS $800 extra PP APO FPOQiscoxer petoota checks 01 COD 6 /4 % tax 0 Texas US currency ony Mt wood order $1500 ORDERS TO Rt9 Box 437 Lubbock TX 79423 21 23 27 36 45 23 27 29 36 45 59 30 33 41 58 78 35 45 57 68 86 64 82 104 86 111 132 48 900 1075 625 735 835 36 29 33 40 54 68 131 225 48 1/32x378119 1/20x3 78119lU 1/16x3 178119 3/32x3 93144 1/8x3114175 3/16x3132202 1/4x3157237.. 3/8x3188307 1/2x3238382 3/4x33755A9 1x3 1/32x4123188c 1/20x4123188 1/16x4123188 3/32x4140232 1/8x4160262 3/16x4197300 4x4237332-J 3/8x4357563 1/2x4462688 /AII 4-0 lx wxxdsuDixcttxaxiraxDiry SUPERIOR LITE1224 48 1/OxO250395 1/Ox 12395750 1/4x12495956 LITE PLY1224 48 1/8x6 100 125 235 1/8x12 125 235 450 1/4x6 125 175 340 1/4 x 12 175 345 650 3PLYBIRCH122448 1/64 x 6140275495 1/64 x 12279510950 1/32x6 95180325 1/32x12180335635 1/16 x 6 95180325 1/16 x 12180335625 1/OxO95180335 1/Ox 12180335650 4 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/16 x 6109 215 345 3/16x12215 345 685 5 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/32x6 135260400 3/32 x 12260500895 1/Ox 6145280525 1/8x12280550950 1/4x6125250380 1/4 x 12230380725 7 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/8 x 6 150 285 525 3/Ox 12 2855501096 9 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 1/2 xO 200 350 575 1/2x12 350 5801125 HARD MAPLE18 1/4x1/445 1/4x3/850 1/4x1/256 3/8x3/850 3/8x1/256 3/8x3/465 3/8x175 3/8x1-1/2115 1/2x1/275 78 5/8x3/485 3/4x3/492 SPRUCE/ BA553648 68" 1/16x 1/42430 3/32 x 1/42539 1/8 SQ2129 1/Ox 1/42836 1/8x3/8u3546 1/Oxl/2 41 55 53 16x3/84053 3/16x1/24864 3/16x3/46588 1/4 SQ4557100 1/4x3/85369 1/4x1/26181130 1/4x3/4Ui83110186 3/8 SQ6485138 3/8x1/27591154 1/2 SQ85105180 1/2x3/494125200 AGO $500 EXTRA FDRPACKRDING GROOVED LG MOUNTS 3/8x3/41/850 3/Ox 3/45/3250 1/2x3/43/1655 WING SKINS3D36 1/32x12479 535 1/26x12479 535 1/16x12479 535 3/32x12579 645 TRAILING EDGES36 1/8x1/229 3/16x3/435 1/4a139 5/16x1-1/450 3/8x1-1/256 1/2x290 EPOXY 4-1/2 OZ 9 OZ 5 Minntx425669 15 Minute425669 30Mixnte425660 2 Hxxr425669 20 Mixutx429840 INSTANT GLUE 1/2 RD Thin xrGF185 1 no Thin OF300 2 no Thin xx GE550 8xo Thin xx OF1650 1/2 no Extra Thick200 1 no Extra thick330 2 no Extra Thick600 Oxz Extrathick1800 ODORLESS FOR FOAM 1/2 no Thix GE425 xx Thin GE785 2 xz Thin xr GE1385 2xo Accelerator315 Oxo Acc Refill695 Eattipo6149 Ext tipo x tine 6149 SEND 81 FOR COMPLETE CATALOG collide closing speed lower theyre traveling same direction rather meeting head-on Displaying frequency number placard reduces chance someone will turn second transmitter frequency shoot down warning Frequency flags could have prevented radio shoot-downs Ive witnessed fields did have frequency control boards skegology Whether skegs sharks teeth increase decrease Soaring safety has long discussed hotly debated AMA allows FAJ Federation Aeronautic Internationale does Some say skegs increase chances injury person struck airplane relatively rare event others say skegs decrease chances injury airplane slides persons ankles common scenario 1997 Nats saw interesting solution retractable skeg Troy Lawickis 2M Open-class Ducks sheetaluminum skegs could lowered raised under control servo Mike Fox told landing zone Troys Ducks sliding rapidly toward him wet grass airplane stopped suddenly Troy deployed skeg midslide Its interesting retractable skeg can increase safety improve landing scores Troy made construction drawing skeg copy send SASE address top column Lyme disease can serious problem work play grassy wooded areas Named after Lyme Connecticut first identified 1976 bacterial infection transmitted bite tiny deer tick Ixodes dammini Northeast Midwest California bacterium may carried western black-legged tick Ixodes pacificus South may carried black-legged tick Ixodes scapularis several regions may carried lone star tick Amblyomma americanum RIC SERVICE AT ITS BEST Sales Service Anything Radio Controlled KMI 7420 Seven Mile Rd Northvilie Michigan 48167 Ph 248-486-4800 Fax 248-486-1603 Repairs Updates Custom Modifications Frequency Changes 6 Send Legal sized SAE 1997 Meter conversions ACE Airtronics Aristo-craft Cirrus EK Catalog containing lists RIC maintenance hints Futaba Hitec Heathkit Hobby Shack JR Kraft KGL KSE Kline Discover MCard VISA COD KoPropo Pro-Line RCD Tower Hobbies World Engines & others UPS USMAIL FEDEX etc Calibrated Equipment Quick Turnaround Walk-in daily service 8OO am-5OO pm Send E-Mail PTWaters@junocom 78 Model Aviation * 10 12 13 17 11 14 15 19 11 13 14 15 21 28 35 14 18 21 24 30 38 22 27 29 42 52 27 36 40 53 67 49 90 76 60 81 99 36 799 970 875 1050 875 1050 695 1235 1150 875 1000 1400 950 1300 1/16x1/8 1/16x1/4 1/16x3/8 1/16x1/2 3/32 SQ 3/32 x 1/4 3/32x3/8 3/32x1/2 1/9 SO 1/8 x 3/16 1/Ox 1/4 1/8 x 3/8 1/Ox 1/2 1/8 x 3/4 1/8 xl 3/16 SO 3/16x1/4 3/16 x 3/8 3/lOx 1/2 3/16 x 3/4 3/16 xl 1/4 SQ 1/403/8 1/4 x 1/2 1/4 x 3/4 1/4 x 1 5/16 SQ 3/8 SQ 3/8x1/2 3/8 x 3/4 3/8 x 1 1/2 SQ 1/2x3/4 1/2x 1 5/8 SQ 3/4 SQ 3/4 x 1 BUNDLE DEALS 20 1/lOx 3 203/32x3 15 1/Ox 3 153f16x3 101f4x3 103/Ox 3 5 1/2 3 201/16x4 101/16x4 15 3/32 x 4 10 3/32 4 101/8x4 51/8x4 103/10x4 53/16x4 101/4x4 51/4x4 53/8x4 51/2x4 TRIANGLES 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 1-1/2 Early symptoms Lyme disease may include red skin rash fatigue mild headache pain stiffness muscles joints slight fever swollen glands Anyone has tick bite followed symptoms should see physician treatment stage usually effective left untreated rash will spread several weeks slowly fade Sometimes nothing happens disease advances can include complications heart nervous system joints symptoms can treated antibiotics advanced stages difficult resolve Infection can prevented wearing protective clothing applying insect repellant carefully checking surface body after coming inside Pay particular attention hidden hairy areas body including scalp groin armpits backs knees deer tick much smaller common wood ticks dog ticks its about size pinhead Most ticks carry Lyme disease find tick remove pulling gently tweezers swab area alcohol dont need rush removal takes 24-36 hours attachment bacteria transmitted Prevention treatment information available 1 state health department 2 Lyme Disease Foundation 18th Floor 1 Financial Plaza Hartford CT 06103 Tel [800] 886-LYME 3 American Lyme Disease Foundation Mill Pond Offices Suite 204 293 Route 100 Somers NY 10589 Tel [800] 876-LYME [914] 277-6970 Its useful review Lyme disease brochures see photographs ticks characteristic bullss eye rash appears 80% infections along detailed prevention treatment information 80 Model Aviation fly Fly live
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/01
Page Numbers: 75, 76, 77, 78, 80
RADIO CONTROL SOARING U DJkYfMCF1 'gyi.-u 11 JI U W1 b iIYm IE PII4~ 'LiB Soaring Safety something sometimes forget until reminded hard way reduces accidents snafus gotchas Attention basic safety principles procedures makes soaring life pleasurable productive well safer Aviation itself inherently dangerous like seafaring terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect old pilots maxim gives some insight methodology making flying safer Preparation key fly longer list safety rules gets What have say about flight safety comes experience pilots Ive flown tips aimed making sure stay control airplane preserves model averts damage people property Ill also briefly discuss winch safety Lyme disease Preflight Inspection thorough preflight will prevent launch accidents flight crashes other thing can full-scale aviation pilots use written preflight checklist everything Cessna 152 SR-71 Blackbird Start airframe integrity bench check before leave field Check repair cracks wing fuselage empennage Are servos mounted securely control linkages freemoving secure towhook firm tight Are hinges secure Too crashes caused loss electrical power flight After charging batteries check transmitter receiver battery pack voltage expanded-scale voltmeter ESV places load circuit Look meter readings consistent new packs Lower voltage can indicate dead cell pack Discard electrical components show intermittent functioning other faults crashes initially blamed radio interference have traced loose worn connectors After assembling airplane field check correct free operation control surfaces Check functions s doubt ask second opinion brain cramp can put model dirt home flying field two airplanes crashed launch two weeks because elevator control reversal Using four-channel radio pilot switched airplanes neglected reverse elevator servo Another pilot performed about half-hour programming advanced computer radio proceeded launch elevator reversed Its believed fault caused incorrectly copying program model another Both accidents could have prevented thoroughly checking control surface movement before hooking up thorough means carefully watching surfaces movenot just wiggling sticks listening servo movement noise January1995 75 Now see Troy Lawickis Traverse City MI retractableNow dont Skeg retracted Send self-addressed stamped aluminum landing skeg used 1997 AMAILSF Soaring Natsenvelope copy drawing explaining works Troy Lawicki designs makes famous line Ducks can built TwoMeter Standard Unlimited classes Leon Kincaid prepares launch Mike Wade winch 1997 Nats Nostalgia Note winch battery charger top off battery cant too meticulous control surface inspection makes sense grasp control surface see performs against some resistance will help detect loose servos weak linkages F3B flier told about $1000 fullhouse model passed visual-only control surface check ground crashed immediately launch elevator incidence pin laying top elevator bellcrank inserted through makes shudder just thinking about Last perform radio range check according manufacturers instructions Radio problems get worse air better Winch safety involves respecting power winch motor line speed produces Electric motors react resistance drawing amperage nearly-stalled motor can considerable damage horror show runaway winch can pull airplane ground high speedmuch quicker pilots can react An automotive starter relay switch generally fails position contacts weld themselves closed energizing motor rendering foot pedal useless can cut power motor save model youve installed heavy-duty switch high-amperage circuit Suitable switches available marine RV dealers Make sure winch users know motor kill switch gh t Firs t Place Classic Olympic II known its ease building slow forgiving flying uncompromising quality Clear detailed plans photo illustrated instruction book make building easy Span 999 Area 928 sq Wing Loading 55 60 oz sq ft 2 Channel Radio Required 3 Channel Radio Required Spoiler Option Formerly AIRTRONICS Specialty Division Phone 760-744-1553 Fax 760-744-2133 76 Model Aviation 4Nats Orange Crush Louisville KY Area Soaring Society pilot Nats pilot waits other launchless chance collision timer final approach No extra people landing zone Available Leading Hobby Dealers Contact Whyte Wings er Inquiries Invited An arming switch lowamperage relay circuit prevents another problem Inadvertently stepping foot switch energizing winch motor someone holding parachute handling line household wall light switch suitable application fetching parachute put finger through tow ring Fold parachute carry closed fist winch accidentally energized line snags walking chute will pull out hand Wear glove protect hand handling line itself familiar several serious hazards associated handling using lead-acid storage batteries sure get briefing experienced automobile mechanic battery dealer Get habit throwing sailplane vigorously launch winch high-stan Getting model up flying speed increases airflow over control surfaces gives positive control sooner can make quicker corrections flight path critical early phase launch sequence Flying safety consists mainly watching other airplanes announcing intentions Look around make sure launch airspace clear avoid collisions Yelling Launching before stepping winch pedal reminds watching own models fly toward launch area time Loudly announcing Landing further alerts other pilots may looking direction 11 flying low slow closer people other times during flight Calling out may prevent midair collision between models final same time may prevent person being struck aircraft safety rule joining other sailplanes thermal Circle same direction airplanes already lift Aircraft circling together operating much closer searching independently lift Never miss day field uncharged batteriesThe ATAr newest version famous Auto-Trickle Adapter Simultaneously convert up 30 overnight chargers fully automatic trickle chargers Keeps batteries fully charged ready go Now fpatures attractive plug wall case grounded AC outlet new microprocessor circulty get yours today see dealer order direct calling 1-800-729-9210 information write Tejera Microsystems Engineering Inc P0 Box 340608 Tampa FL 33694 visit us zrnrn Look us up http/Iwwwrc-directcomMail Order 619 277-4531 T5 under aii inose otner chargers around house Now dumb chargers 3 16 hours will safe hassle free Toys cell phones cordless tools shapes sizes instantly converted fully automatic trickle chargers Vre starting new revolution Get today HANDY jig-built sail plane manufactured Czech Republic exacting standards HANDY covered *cote 2 colors glider would excellent low moderate time pilots tying small slopes San Marcos Wingspan 150cm 59 profile Selig3O2l weight radio 75-8 oz Full up wing loading will less 6 ozlft HANDY also available electric version ready mount SPEED-400 motor 6x3 folding prop 7-cell pack get 3 4 climbs charge HANDY HANDYE ARF TRIFFIK 70cm 275 span SPEED-400 acrobatic/sport racer ARF manufactured glass fiber car bon f epoxy motor 7cell pack help transform little beauty very exciting miniature pattern plane sport pylon racer experienced pilot also carry complete power package airplanes TRIFFIK stock hot color combinations 3750 1/16x23850 3/32x24661 1/8x24965 3/16 x 26074 1/4 x 26890 3/6x286119 1/2x23011042143 1/32 x 336435060 1/20x336435060 1/16x336445060 3/32 x 343526167 1/8x352637384 3/16 x 3627684161 1/4x37604113130 5/16x3100152 3/8x3105115146176 1/2x3135150175265 3/4x3225316 1/32x456667992 1/20 x 456667992 1/16x456687992 3/32x46682196114 1/0x47693112134 3/16x487109140156 1/4x4166152162179 5/16x4102234 3/6x4165216239285 1/2 x 4249285315336 3/4x4350471 MATCHED SHEETS 42 48 3/32x4125142 1/8x4150169 3/16x4164189 1/4x4176205 BIRCH DOWELS36 1/816 3/1617 1/420 5/1627 3/837 1/254 5/874 AILERONS3648 1/4x15762 1/4x1-1/49600 1/4x1-1/274105 1/4x280115 5/16x1-1/474105 5/16x1-1/275196 5/16x286120 3/8x1-1/480115 3/8x1-1/283116 3/8x295135 1/2x1-1/295140 1/2x2166150 1/4x275 1/4x3169 3/8x296 3/8x3131 1/2x3154 ADD FOR SRA FED LEADINGEDGE 20X SPRUCE TRIANGLES 36 3/8x3/854 1/2x1/275 3/4x3/495 INFO & HELP 806-745-6394 ORDERS ONLY 1-800-687-5555 24 HR FAX 806-745-6483 Coot 48 State Handling COat e $650 WeaUPS Add $550 tot COD SEND MAILLONE STAR MODELS $800 extra PP APO FPOQiscoxer petoota checks 01 COD 6 /4 % tax 0 Texas US currency ony Mt wood order $1500 ORDERS TO Rt9 Box 437 Lubbock TX 79423 21 23 27 36 45 23 27 29 36 45 59 30 33 41 58 78 35 45 57 68 86 64 82 104 86 111 132 48 900 1075 625 735 835 36 29 33 40 54 68 131 225 48 1/32x378119 1/20x3 78119lU 1/16x3 178119 3/32x3 93144 1/8x3114175 3/16x3132202 1/4x3157237.. 3/8x3188307 1/2x3238382 3/4x33755A9 1x3 1/32x4123188c 1/20x4123188 1/16x4123188 3/32x4140232 1/8x4160262 3/16x4197300 4x4237332-J 3/8x4357563 1/2x4462688 /AII 4-0 lx wxxdsuDixcttxaxiraxDiry SUPERIOR LITE1224 48 1/OxO250395 1/Ox 12395750 1/4x12495956 LITE PLY1224 48 1/8x6 100 125 235 1/8x12 125 235 450 1/4x6 125 175 340 1/4 x 12 175 345 650 3PLYBIRCH122448 1/64 x 6140275495 1/64 x 12279510950 1/32x6 95180325 1/32x12180335635 1/16 x 6 95180325 1/16 x 12180335625 1/OxO95180335 1/Ox 12180335650 4 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/16 x 6109 215 345 3/16x12215 345 685 5 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/32x6 135260400 3/32 x 12260500895 1/Ox 6145280525 1/8x12280550950 1/4x6125250380 1/4 x 12230380725 7 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/8 x 6 150 285 525 3/Ox 12 2855501096 9 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 1/2 xO 200 350 575 1/2x12 350 5801125 HARD MAPLE18 1/4x1/445 1/4x3/850 1/4x1/256 3/8x3/850 3/8x1/256 3/8x3/465 3/8x175 3/8x1-1/2115 1/2x1/275 78 5/8x3/485 3/4x3/492 SPRUCE/ BA553648 68" 1/16x 1/42430 3/32 x 1/42539 1/8 SQ2129 1/Ox 1/42836 1/8x3/8u3546 1/Oxl/2 41 55 53 16x3/84053 3/16x1/24864 3/16x3/46588 1/4 SQ4557100 1/4x3/85369 1/4x1/26181130 1/4x3/4Ui83110186 3/8 SQ6485138 3/8x1/27591154 1/2 SQ85105180 1/2x3/494125200 AGO $500 EXTRA FDRPACKRDING GROOVED LG MOUNTS 3/8x3/41/850 3/Ox 3/45/3250 1/2x3/43/1655 WING SKINS3D36 1/32x12479 535 1/26x12479 535 1/16x12479 535 3/32x12579 645 TRAILING EDGES36 1/8x1/229 3/16x3/435 1/4a139 5/16x1-1/450 3/8x1-1/256 1/2x290 EPOXY 4-1/2 OZ 9 OZ 5 Minntx425669 15 Minute425669 30Mixnte425660 2 Hxxr425669 20 Mixutx429840 INSTANT GLUE 1/2 RD Thin xrGF185 1 no Thin OF300 2 no Thin xx GE550 8xo Thin xx OF1650 1/2 no Extra Thick200 1 no Extra thick330 2 no Extra Thick600 Oxz Extrathick1800 ODORLESS FOR FOAM 1/2 no Thix GE425 xx Thin GE785 2 xz Thin xr GE1385 2xo Accelerator315 Oxo Acc Refill695 Eattipo6149 Ext tipo x tine 6149 SEND 81 FOR COMPLETE CATALOG collide closing speed lower theyre traveling same direction rather meeting head-on Displaying frequency number placard reduces chance someone will turn second transmitter frequency shoot down warning Frequency flags could have prevented radio shoot-downs Ive witnessed fields did have frequency control boards skegology Whether skegs sharks teeth increase decrease Soaring safety has long discussed hotly debated AMA allows FAJ Federation Aeronautic Internationale does Some say skegs increase chances injury person struck airplane relatively rare event others say skegs decrease chances injury airplane slides persons ankles common scenario 1997 Nats saw interesting solution retractable skeg Troy Lawickis 2M Open-class Ducks sheetaluminum skegs could lowered raised under control servo Mike Fox told landing zone Troys Ducks sliding rapidly toward him wet grass airplane stopped suddenly Troy deployed skeg midslide Its interesting retractable skeg can increase safety improve landing scores Troy made construction drawing skeg copy send SASE address top column Lyme disease can serious problem work play grassy wooded areas Named after Lyme Connecticut first identified 1976 bacterial infection transmitted bite tiny deer tick Ixodes dammini Northeast Midwest California bacterium may carried western black-legged tick Ixodes pacificus South may carried black-legged tick Ixodes scapularis several regions may carried lone star tick Amblyomma americanum RIC SERVICE AT ITS BEST Sales Service Anything Radio Controlled KMI 7420 Seven Mile Rd Northvilie Michigan 48167 Ph 248-486-4800 Fax 248-486-1603 Repairs Updates Custom Modifications Frequency Changes 6 Send Legal sized SAE 1997 Meter conversions ACE Airtronics Aristo-craft Cirrus EK Catalog containing lists RIC maintenance hints Futaba Hitec Heathkit Hobby Shack JR Kraft KGL KSE Kline Discover MCard VISA COD KoPropo Pro-Line RCD Tower Hobbies World Engines & others UPS USMAIL FEDEX etc Calibrated Equipment Quick Turnaround Walk-in daily service 8OO am-5OO pm Send E-Mail PTWaters@junocom 78 Model Aviation * 10 12 13 17 11 14 15 19 11 13 14 15 21 28 35 14 18 21 24 30 38 22 27 29 42 52 27 36 40 53 67 49 90 76 60 81 99 36 799 970 875 1050 875 1050 695 1235 1150 875 1000 1400 950 1300 1/16x1/8 1/16x1/4 1/16x3/8 1/16x1/2 3/32 SQ 3/32 x 1/4 3/32x3/8 3/32x1/2 1/9 SO 1/8 x 3/16 1/Ox 1/4 1/8 x 3/8 1/Ox 1/2 1/8 x 3/4 1/8 xl 3/16 SO 3/16x1/4 3/16 x 3/8 3/lOx 1/2 3/16 x 3/4 3/16 xl 1/4 SQ 1/403/8 1/4 x 1/2 1/4 x 3/4 1/4 x 1 5/16 SQ 3/8 SQ 3/8x1/2 3/8 x 3/4 3/8 x 1 1/2 SQ 1/2x3/4 1/2x 1 5/8 SQ 3/4 SQ 3/4 x 1 BUNDLE DEALS 20 1/lOx 3 203/32x3 15 1/Ox 3 153f16x3 101f4x3 103/Ox 3 5 1/2 3 201/16x4 101/16x4 15 3/32 x 4 10 3/32 4 101/8x4 51/8x4 103/10x4 53/16x4 101/4x4 51/4x4 53/8x4 51/2x4 TRIANGLES 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 1-1/2 Early symptoms Lyme disease may include red skin rash fatigue mild headache pain stiffness muscles joints slight fever swollen glands Anyone has tick bite followed symptoms should see physician treatment stage usually effective left untreated rash will spread several weeks slowly fade Sometimes nothing happens disease advances can include complications heart nervous system joints symptoms can treated antibiotics advanced stages difficult resolve Infection can prevented wearing protective clothing applying insect repellant carefully checking surface body after coming inside Pay particular attention hidden hairy areas body including scalp groin armpits backs knees deer tick much smaller common wood ticks dog ticks its about size pinhead Most ticks carry Lyme disease find tick remove pulling gently tweezers swab area alcohol dont need rush removal takes 24-36 hours attachment bacteria transmitted Prevention treatment information available 1 state health department 2 Lyme Disease Foundation 18th Floor 1 Financial Plaza Hartford CT 06103 Tel [800] 886-LYME 3 American Lyme Disease Foundation Mill Pond Offices Suite 204 293 Route 100 Somers NY 10589 Tel [800] 876-LYME [914] 277-6970 Its useful review Lyme disease brochures see photographs ticks characteristic bullss eye rash appears 80% infections along detailed prevention treatment information 80 Model Aviation fly Fly live
Edition: Model Aviation - 1998/01
Page Numbers: 75, 76, 77, 78, 80
RADIO CONTROL SOARING U DJkYfMCF1 'gyi.-u 11 JI U W1 b iIYm IE PII4~ 'LiB Soaring Safety something sometimes forget until reminded hard way reduces accidents snafus gotchas Attention basic safety principles procedures makes soaring life pleasurable productive well safer Aviation itself inherently dangerous like seafaring terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect old pilots maxim gives some insight methodology making flying safer Preparation key fly longer list safety rules gets What have say about flight safety comes experience pilots Ive flown tips aimed making sure stay control airplane preserves model averts damage people property Ill also briefly discuss winch safety Lyme disease Preflight Inspection thorough preflight will prevent launch accidents flight crashes other thing can full-scale aviation pilots use written preflight checklist everything Cessna 152 SR-71 Blackbird Start airframe integrity bench check before leave field Check repair cracks wing fuselage empennage Are servos mounted securely control linkages freemoving secure towhook firm tight Are hinges secure Too crashes caused loss electrical power flight After charging batteries check transmitter receiver battery pack voltage expanded-scale voltmeter ESV places load circuit Look meter readings consistent new packs Lower voltage can indicate dead cell pack Discard electrical components show intermittent functioning other faults crashes initially blamed radio interference have traced loose worn connectors After assembling airplane field check correct free operation control surfaces Check functions s doubt ask second opinion brain cramp can put model dirt home flying field two airplanes crashed launch two weeks because elevator control reversal Using four-channel radio pilot switched airplanes neglected reverse elevator servo Another pilot performed about half-hour programming advanced computer radio proceeded launch elevator reversed Its believed fault caused incorrectly copying program model another Both accidents could have prevented thoroughly checking control surface movement before hooking up thorough means carefully watching surfaces movenot just wiggling sticks listening servo movement noise January1995 75 Now see Troy Lawickis Traverse City MI retractableNow dont Skeg retracted Send self-addressed stamped aluminum landing skeg used 1997 AMAILSF Soaring Natsenvelope copy drawing explaining works Troy Lawicki designs makes famous line Ducks can built TwoMeter Standard Unlimited classes Leon Kincaid prepares launch Mike Wade winch 1997 Nats Nostalgia Note winch battery charger top off battery cant too meticulous control surface inspection makes sense grasp control surface see performs against some resistance will help detect loose servos weak linkages F3B flier told about $1000 fullhouse model passed visual-only control surface check ground crashed immediately launch elevator incidence pin laying top elevator bellcrank inserted through makes shudder just thinking about Last perform radio range check according manufacturers instructions Radio problems get worse air better Winch safety involves respecting power winch motor line speed produces Electric motors react resistance drawing amperage nearly-stalled motor can considerable damage horror show runaway winch can pull airplane ground high speedmuch quicker pilots can react An automotive starter relay switch generally fails position contacts weld themselves closed energizing motor rendering foot pedal useless can cut power motor save model youve installed heavy-duty switch high-amperage circuit Suitable switches available marine RV dealers Make sure winch users know motor kill switch gh t Firs t Place Classic Olympic II known its ease building slow forgiving flying uncompromising quality Clear detailed plans photo illustrated instruction book make building easy Span 999 Area 928 sq Wing Loading 55 60 oz sq ft 2 Channel Radio Required 3 Channel Radio Required Spoiler Option Formerly AIRTRONICS Specialty Division Phone 760-744-1553 Fax 760-744-2133 76 Model Aviation 4Nats Orange Crush Louisville KY Area Soaring Society pilot Nats pilot waits other launchless chance collision timer final approach No extra people landing zone Available Leading Hobby Dealers Contact Whyte Wings er Inquiries Invited An arming switch lowamperage relay circuit prevents another problem Inadvertently stepping foot switch energizing winch motor someone holding parachute handling line household wall light switch suitable application fetching parachute put finger through tow ring Fold parachute carry closed fist winch accidentally energized line snags walking chute will pull out hand Wear glove protect hand handling line itself familiar several serious hazards associated handling using lead-acid storage batteries sure get briefing experienced automobile mechanic battery dealer Get habit throwing sailplane vigorously launch winch high-stan Getting model up flying speed increases airflow over control surfaces gives positive control sooner can make quicker corrections flight path critical early phase launch sequence Flying safety consists mainly watching other airplanes announcing intentions Look around make sure launch airspace clear avoid collisions Yelling Launching before stepping winch pedal reminds watching own models fly toward launch area time Loudly announcing Landing further alerts other pilots may looking direction 11 flying low slow closer people other times during flight Calling out may prevent midair collision between models final same time may prevent person being struck aircraft safety rule joining other sailplanes thermal Circle same direction airplanes already lift Aircraft circling together operating much closer searching independently lift Never miss day field uncharged batteriesThe ATAr newest version famous Auto-Trickle Adapter Simultaneously convert up 30 overnight chargers fully automatic trickle chargers Keeps batteries fully charged ready go Now 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ARF manufactured glass fiber car bon f epoxy motor 7cell pack help transform little beauty very exciting miniature pattern plane sport pylon racer experienced pilot also carry complete power package airplanes TRIFFIK stock hot color combinations 3750 1/16x23850 3/32x24661 1/8x24965 3/16 x 26074 1/4 x 26890 3/6x286119 1/2x23011042143 1/32 x 336435060 1/20x336435060 1/16x336445060 3/32 x 343526167 1/8x352637384 3/16 x 3627684161 1/4x37604113130 5/16x3100152 3/8x3105115146176 1/2x3135150175265 3/4x3225316 1/32x456667992 1/20 x 456667992 1/16x456687992 3/32x46682196114 1/0x47693112134 3/16x487109140156 1/4x4166152162179 5/16x4102234 3/6x4165216239285 1/2 x 4249285315336 3/4x4350471 MATCHED SHEETS 42 48 3/32x4125142 1/8x4150169 3/16x4164189 1/4x4176205 BIRCH DOWELS36 1/816 3/1617 1/420 5/1627 3/837 1/254 5/874 AILERONS3648 1/4x15762 1/4x1-1/49600 1/4x1-1/274105 1/4x280115 5/16x1-1/474105 5/16x1-1/275196 5/16x286120 3/8x1-1/480115 3/8x1-1/283116 3/8x295135 1/2x1-1/295140 1/2x2166150 1/4x275 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3PLYBIRCH122448 1/64 x 6140275495 1/64 x 12279510950 1/32x6 95180325 1/32x12180335635 1/16 x 6 95180325 1/16 x 12180335625 1/OxO95180335 1/Ox 12180335650 4 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/16 x 6109 215 345 3/16x12215 345 685 5 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/32x6 135260400 3/32 x 12260500895 1/Ox 6145280525 1/8x12280550950 1/4x6125250380 1/4 x 12230380725 7 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 3/8 x 6 150 285 525 3/Ox 12 2855501096 9 PLY BIRCH 12 24 48 1/2 xO 200 350 575 1/2x12 350 5801125 HARD MAPLE18 1/4x1/445 1/4x3/850 1/4x1/256 3/8x3/850 3/8x1/256 3/8x3/465 3/8x175 3/8x1-1/2115 1/2x1/275 78 5/8x3/485 3/4x3/492 SPRUCE/ BA553648 68" 1/16x 1/42430 3/32 x 1/42539 1/8 SQ2129 1/Ox 1/42836 1/8x3/8u3546 1/Oxl/2 41 55 53 16x3/84053 3/16x1/24864 3/16x3/46588 1/4 SQ4557100 1/4x3/85369 1/4x1/26181130 1/4x3/4Ui83110186 3/8 SQ6485138 3/8x1/27591154 1/2 SQ85105180 1/2x3/494125200 AGO $500 EXTRA FDRPACKRDING GROOVED LG MOUNTS 3/8x3/41/850 3/Ox 3/45/3250 1/2x3/43/1655 WING SKINS3D36 1/32x12479 535 1/26x12479 535 1/16x12479 535 3/32x12579 645 TRAILING EDGES36 1/8x1/229 3/16x3/435 1/4a139 5/16x1-1/450 3/8x1-1/256 1/2x290 EPOXY 4-1/2 OZ 9 OZ 5 Minntx425669 15 Minute425669 30Mixnte425660 2 Hxxr425669 20 Mixutx429840 INSTANT GLUE 1/2 RD Thin xrGF185 1 no Thin OF300 2 no Thin xx GE550 8xo Thin xx OF1650 1/2 no Extra Thick200 1 no Extra thick330 2 no Extra Thick600 Oxz Extrathick1800 ODORLESS FOR FOAM 1/2 no Thix GE425 xx Thin GE785 2 xz Thin xr GE1385 2xo Accelerator315 Oxo Acc Refill695 Eattipo6149 Ext tipo x tine 6149 SEND 81 FOR COMPLETE CATALOG collide closing speed lower theyre traveling same direction rather meeting head-on Displaying frequency number placard reduces chance someone will turn second transmitter frequency shoot down warning Frequency flags could have prevented radio shoot-downs Ive witnessed fields did have frequency control boards skegology Whether skegs sharks teeth increase decrease Soaring safety has long discussed hotly debated AMA allows FAJ Federation Aeronautic Internationale does Some say skegs increase chances injury person struck airplane relatively rare event others say skegs decrease chances injury airplane slides persons ankles common scenario 1997 Nats saw interesting solution retractable skeg Troy Lawickis 2M Open-class Ducks sheetaluminum skegs could lowered raised under control servo Mike Fox told landing zone Troys Ducks sliding rapidly toward him wet grass airplane stopped suddenly Troy deployed skeg midslide Its interesting retractable skeg can increase safety improve landing scores Troy made construction drawing skeg copy send SASE address top column Lyme disease can serious problem work play grassy wooded areas Named after Lyme Connecticut first identified 1976 bacterial infection transmitted bite tiny deer tick Ixodes dammini Northeast Midwest California bacterium may carried western black-legged tick Ixodes pacificus South may carried black-legged tick Ixodes scapularis several regions may carried lone star tick Amblyomma americanum RIC SERVICE AT ITS BEST Sales Service Anything Radio Controlled KMI 7420 Seven Mile Rd Northvilie Michigan 48167 Ph 248-486-4800 Fax 248-486-1603 Repairs Updates Custom Modifications Frequency Changes 6 Send Legal sized SAE 1997 Meter conversions ACE Airtronics Aristo-craft Cirrus EK Catalog containing lists RIC maintenance hints Futaba Hitec Heathkit Hobby Shack JR Kraft KGL KSE Kline Discover MCard VISA COD KoPropo Pro-Line RCD Tower Hobbies World Engines & others UPS USMAIL FEDEX etc Calibrated Equipment Quick Turnaround Walk-in daily service 8OO am-5OO pm Send E-Mail PTWaters@junocom 78 Model Aviation * 10 12 13 17 11 14 15 19 11 13 14 15 21 28 35 14 18 21 24 30 38 22 27 29 42 52 27 36 40 53 67 49 90 76 60 81 99 36 799 970 875 1050 875 1050 695 1235 1150 875 1000 1400 950 1300 1/16x1/8 1/16x1/4 1/16x3/8 1/16x1/2 3/32 SQ 3/32 x 1/4 3/32x3/8 3/32x1/2 1/9 SO 1/8 x 3/16 1/Ox 1/4 1/8 x 3/8 1/Ox 1/2 1/8 x 3/4 1/8 xl 3/16 SO 3/16x1/4 3/16 x 3/8 3/lOx 1/2 3/16 x 3/4 3/16 xl 1/4 SQ 1/403/8 1/4 x 1/2 1/4 x 3/4 1/4 x 1 5/16 SQ 3/8 SQ 3/8x1/2 3/8 x 3/4 3/8 x 1 1/2 SQ 1/2x3/4 1/2x 1 5/8 SQ 3/4 SQ 3/4 x 1 BUNDLE DEALS 20 1/lOx 3 203/32x3 15 1/Ox 3 153f16x3 101f4x3 103/Ox 3 5 1/2 3 201/16x4 101/16x4 15 3/32 x 4 10 3/32 4 101/8x4 51/8x4 103/10x4 53/16x4 101/4x4 51/4x4 53/8x4 51/2x4 TRIANGLES 1/4 3/8 1/2 3/4 1-1/2 Early symptoms Lyme disease may include red skin rash fatigue mild headache pain stiffness muscles joints slight fever swollen glands Anyone has tick bite followed symptoms should see physician treatment stage usually effective left untreated rash will spread several weeks slowly fade Sometimes nothing happens disease advances can include complications heart nervous system joints symptoms can treated antibiotics advanced stages difficult resolve Infection can prevented wearing protective clothing applying insect repellant carefully checking surface body after coming inside Pay particular attention hidden hairy areas body including scalp groin armpits backs knees deer tick much smaller common wood ticks dog ticks its about size pinhead Most ticks carry Lyme disease find tick remove pulling gently tweezers swab area alcohol dont need rush removal takes 24-36 hours attachment bacteria transmitted Prevention treatment information available 1 state health department 2 Lyme Disease Foundation 18th Floor 1 Financial Plaza Hartford CT 06103 Tel [800] 886-LYME 3 American Lyme Disease Foundation Mill Pond Offices Suite 204 293 Route 100 Somers NY 10589 Tel [800] 876-LYME [914] 277-6970 Its useful review Lyme disease brochures see photographs ticks characteristic bullss eye rash appears 80% infections along detailed prevention treatment information 80 Model Aviation fly Fly live