Radio Control SPORT AEROBA TICS Ron Van Pu tie THE LETTER Ed Cregger aboutfactory teams competing Pattern contests published April 1982 column really hit some sensitive spots onanumberof readers letters have running about 50-50 whether writer agrees Eds letter About half letters said something like Yeah lets ban factory teams have airplanes pipes retracts lower three classes other half said Factory teams dont really exist major scale besides ability equipment wins contests Ed Creggers letter response comment made December 1981 column saying disliked being beaten some just because could afford buy expensive equipment could mind hasnt changed about However some letter writers pointed out cost attending contests overshadows price sophisticated equipment long run its certainly true modeler can afford go contests can also afford whistles bells However gadgets dont really improve competition its difficult justify spending money something doesnt make competitor better flier other hand makes good sense invest money time practicing pattern Scottish background compels agree people want keep airplanes lower two three classes simple let competitors invest money saved fuel props glow plugs practice sessions column forum modelers Id happy report responses received controversial subject However dont have impact what will flown future contests people decide what RC Pattern rules will members RC Contest Board AMA districtbased upon proposals submitted AMA members see June Competition News letter procedures proposal form opinions subject should let district representative know feel can good job representing members district names ad dresses found Directory section Competition Newsletter interest using column forum what follows excerpts letters subject first Mike Lee Phoenix AZ said times have seen pilots come out winners classes some pretty ancient equipment aircraft 46 Model Aviation uo KflOW wno inese two Huers well tneyve changed bit since 1966 photos taken Above Don Lowe test pilot forthe Ascendera phonetic playon words experimental canard model built by. Below Ron Van Putte Look 12-channel F&M reed transmitter remember Ascender subject 1967 American Aircraft Modeler article well recent column MA Pn Whet does have Sabrebat canard recently published Flying Models. column find out opinion mat Ii wiji ne mne puom wnn tne art ot hying Pattern snould allowed experience particular ship freedom utilize retracts pipes whetherthis likely win Pattern meet regardless lower levels otherwise end much money has sunk equipment everything boils down having plane Nothing can replace experience agree know intimately reliable equipment does help sometimes have top-notch stuff works you can gain make bit easier handle experience make work Only maneuvers believe pilot dedicated combination can put winners circle consistently different opinion expressed Mike Finnigan Oklahoma City OK wrote Continued page 147 . .. vortex tips Theyre epoxy resin/continuous-filament fiberglass construction manufacturer Prop Shop 109 Emerald St Broomfield CO 80020 can call information 303 469-3928 said substantially improve observed performance marginally-powered models higher altitudes should same sea level too July 198247 Izzo Bernard llaas R Stamm Harry S ebhart Robert D Messal Peter T Walters Arthur G Suhr Southern Alameda Coun ty Radio Controllers Gold Members donated $50 AMA Building Fund will listed Gold Member Scroll New names month Flying Flapiacks Cobra Club Council Bluffs RC Bees Keystone Clippers TnCounty RC Club New Jersey Inc Baron Model Club Johnson County Aero Modelers Club Light Fantastics Atkins Hobbies Robert Underwood Bob Johnson Scott 1 Kalmus Rae W Fritz Melvin Kata Albert R Gallik John Delafosse Joe Norcross Tom OKeefe Marion Cook Douglas Knott WJ Mowrey Charles Puckett Richard Swenson Arthur Gagnier JN Ferrer Clifford Ritchie Donald Lindley Franklin C Flynn William Hinnant Tom Tappan Dale Gorton John J Nelson Claude W Stafford Arthur Sapunara Ellsworth F Croweli Jr Bruce Anthony James Powers Don Krafft Ralph Schweak Suzi Stream Dennis L Lien Ed Lorenz Wilfred 12 Grant Ronald Gooden Frank L Parmenter Thomas Bruce Richard Little Charles Scott Larry Parfitt Jack R Albrecht Jim Traw Jack [nisbie JA Sparks William Barr Bill Wisniewski Francis Fluharty Rob ert Lockwood John Brownlee Ron Helen Stanlield H Baldwin John Routt Ralph Pressler Richs Hobbytowne RC Aerobatics/Van Putte Continued page 47 am Novice hold same views Ed Cregger about buying success Pattern Pattern becoming dying art think people will participate away tuned pipes retracts hope AMA will bring issue vote again time maybe average Income non-sponsored fliers will voice opinions District Contest Board members know will However Jim Mowrey Kinsley KS wrote ln competition have participated factory teams did exist Sportsman Advanced classes nor did retracts ortuned pipes guarantee winning class still must able perform maneuvers Ijust moved Advanced last year gained necessary 100 points flying fixed-gear non-tuned-pipe aircraft process gaining 100 points have beaten retractequipped tuned-pipe aircraft also shoulder-wing advanced-trainer-type have competitive sports life have yet find limits equipment can use designed beginner beginner class want kill something just start limiting its creativity secret quit looking excuses learn fly Just things out Bob Beckstein Biloxi MS wrote make too expensive compete wife will help make up mind change hobby So make simple flier gets experience opinions great wont have much effect unless district Contest Board member gets Make opinions known AMA district representives Once US Government does something nice inadvertently am Civil Service employee working Air Force Advanced Medium Range Air-toAir Missile Project office Eglin AFB make trip government Grumman Aerospace Corporation Bethpage NY recently 4 Gal Case %One 5 Gal Can24 Gal126 Gal 30 Gal Drum 54 Gal Drum NitroGalPer GalPer GalPer GalEAEA 0%1050650 575 5251030014000 5%1150725 650 5751420021000 10%1250825 750 6751840027000 12%1325875 800 7252040030000 15%1400925 825 7752240033000 25%18501100105010003040046600 40%25001600150014004250066800 60%300026002400230065400105800 Pnesor sbjet toehoee ithod ,otie Free delivery 14525 126 gal deals USA 30 al drums freight collect FOB Clover SC Gallon price determined nitro content & total quantity ordered SC orders add 4% sales tax NEWPower Booster Oil Ia scale engines. $10/qt $30/gal NEWPower Booster e eng S72/qt $38/gal freight mci Use 3 ozigai 803 222-7488 Looking Hard Find Soaring Goodies 5/fe c3ci4fane ii7acory 5 has mostcomplete comprehensive line R/C Soaring productato everexist North America LI Our line products includes some moat respected firms Europe well complete inventory own US manufacturers LI We carry complete line Kits Hardware Accessories & Building Supplies have full inventory Launching Equipment & Related Products 0 We hereto serve serious RIG soaring enthusiast supplies kits other items have sought long Call write today Free product listing & price sheet The Sailplane Factory P0 Box 341 Red Lion PA 17356 717244-4508 9am 9pm EST DEALER/DIRECT INQUIRIES INVITED Full Command Systems Propellers sizes tom-made Propellers6-8 including homebuilts ultralights. Motor Mounts. Fuel Tanks. Quarter Scale Servos. Imported Servos 3 wire $998. Servo Reversers. Glow Plugs---Glow Drivers. Hardware Accessories. Sailplane Accessoriesincluding 100% guaranteed Tow Hook. R/C Devices. Radios. Ready-To-Fly AirplanesTrainer thru Pattern ich Control Line Panels. Expanded Scale Voltmeters48 96 - Tachometers LCD ors Dopes mah Quarter Scale Batteries otors Racing. Marix Boats. Custom Injection Molding. Custom Toolroom Work. AND MUCH MORE. Look Future Kit Radios$ 7995 Full Command Systems 908ERosewood Spokane WA 99207 509 487-2122 July 1982 147 45-60 Powered Sport Competition Flying Complete Parts Support HIROBO SCALE HEUCOPTERS 50-60 Powered Tow Cobra Ranger Lama uois ultimate scale helicopters PLAZA HOBBYCRAFT Super Savings Pibergiass Materials Fiberglass Cloth 5 Sq yards515 00 choice II. 2 4 6 oz clOth 1aminatinq Epoxy Resin l6hr cure530O0per gal Liquid Mold ReleaseS3 00 16 ozs Epoxy Primer lK&8l540 OOpergal Epoxy Paint Thinner IK&BlSIS 00 per gal Polyester Resin lK&BJ520Ooper gal Send check money order shipping collect COD okay Call write Sob Smith RIC AlrcattP 0 Btax 33335 Grandda Hills CA 91344 2131 366-6872 mentioned Grumman engineers flew RC airplanes told about two other Grumman engineers knew also flew RC took meet after business completed turned out George Myers Model Atiations Radio Technique columnist Bob Aberle Flying Models teCh nical editor interesting talk two RC fliers also write columns magazines have lot common time went quickly seemed wed just met time go informption very impressed Bob George both agressive innovative approach writing RC oriented columns Georges biggest complaint edit rewrite columns cut back size Model Asiation requires Bob Aberle chided subscribing Fiviog Models magazine surprised PARTS KET KIT$19995 w/lrwine Eng*27995 w/K & B 35 Eng*29995 cincludes heat sink & muffler built-up radios RTF available prices Call 412-342-5740 RC columnist didnt subscribe RC oriented magazines After returned followed up sending free copy May 1982 issue note said part Id like convince you missing things would certainly interest case point new issue Eli ing Models received after visit will happy know personalls responsible canard RC model appearing cover Refer page 21 note author Dan Reiss fully credits Model Asiation column about thar Well turned page 21 noted designing model Dan used equations forlocatingthe propcrcenterofmassofacanard airplane published June 1980 writing advertisers mention read about Model Aviation column Its nice know equations put good use way check Flying Models went mail next day Ron Van Putte III Sleepy Oaks Rd Fort Walton ReadL FL 32548 RO SCaIe/WisChers Continued aoe 49 spraying consistency about 50-50 amount powder used critical Too much powder can cause rough finish too little means extra sprayed coats complete coverage just right amount powder mix have found wet coat will cover primer After sprayed dope has dried completely still doesnt really appear good simulation polished metal surface get metallic appearance surface burnished using wad soft facial tissue rubbing vigorously Use care burnishing over rivets possible build up considerable beat process glue rivets will melt Actually burnishing heat seems factor brings polish surface produces metallic sheen Keep turning tissue wad get fresh area tissue bear against dope transformation metal-like appearance dramatic However shows fingerprints par ticularly hands wet oily may necessary wear cloth glove holding hand during polishing preserve soft dope surface protect oxidation finger prints well fuel-proofing overcoat applied can either polyurethane varnish clear epoxy provide reflective gloss characteristic unpainted metal aircraft two coatings epoxy durable Varnish has slight yellowing tendency Coverite Glas kote excellent coating leaves no brush marks materials run too heavy coat can ruinous run can sanded out using No 600 paper water can difficult around rivets Its best use single coat very careful avoid runs brush bristles prefer dope work camel hair since individual hairs slightly wavy Because hairs separated waviness brush will hold very large quantities liquid ideal dope work especially first coat over open silk applying Glaskote polyurethane varnish clear epoxy over loading intolerable because can lay too heavy coat surface runs pit ferred brush sable equally soft camel hair straight fibers thaS will hold much less liquid therefore capable laying uniform easily controlled thickness coating varnished surface comes close appearance polished aluminum have able achieve painting technique Future RC Scale April 1982 column mentioned possibility combining Pie elsion Sport Scale competitive classes discussed among Scale Subcommittee members Paris FAI meeting December hinted two events could also combined AMA competition classes expected controversy develop over issue particular ly Sport Scale enthusiasts have no responses could mean lack interest competitors dont read column Under FAI static scoring uses K factors weight various areas revised scoring schedule combine two classes could follows I Scale accuracy K-Factor 148 Model Aviation t4w COMPETITOR L2473 E State Street Sharon PA 16146 Tooling PO Box 145 Seymour IL 61875 GET ORGANIZED s Sd 0 4 siurdy tries rtai hotly over 4 years xl yOur lavorite 8 agazines 4 MAG FILES $495 send $495 pius 11 50 lo postage handing 0GM INOUSTRIES P0 BOX 388-K DOVER N H 03820
Edition: Model Aviation - 1982/07
Page Numbers: 46, 47, 147, 148
Radio Control SPORT AEROBA TICS Ron Van Pu tie THE LETTER Ed Cregger aboutfactory teams competing Pattern contests published April 1982 column really hit some sensitive spots onanumberof readers letters have running about 50-50 whether writer agrees Eds letter About half letters said something like Yeah lets ban factory teams have airplanes pipes retracts lower three classes other half said Factory teams dont really exist major scale besides ability equipment wins contests Ed Creggers letter response comment made December 1981 column saying disliked being beaten some just because could afford buy expensive equipment could mind hasnt changed about However some letter writers pointed out cost attending contests overshadows price sophisticated equipment long run its certainly true modeler can afford go contests can also afford whistles bells However gadgets dont really improve competition its difficult justify spending money something doesnt make competitor better flier other hand makes good sense invest money time practicing pattern Scottish background compels agree people want keep airplanes lower two three classes simple let competitors invest money saved fuel props glow plugs practice sessions column forum modelers Id happy report responses received controversial subject However dont have impact what will flown future contests people decide what RC Pattern rules will members RC Contest Board AMA districtbased upon proposals submitted AMA members see June Competition News letter procedures proposal form opinions subject should let district representative know feel can good job representing members district names ad dresses found Directory section Competition Newsletter interest using column forum what follows excerpts letters subject first Mike Lee Phoenix AZ said times have seen pilots come out winners classes some pretty ancient equipment aircraft 46 Model Aviation uo KflOW wno inese two Huers well tneyve changed bit since 1966 photos taken Above Don Lowe test pilot forthe Ascendera phonetic playon words experimental canard model built by. Below Ron Van Putte Look 12-channel F&M reed transmitter remember Ascender subject 1967 American Aircraft Modeler article well recent column MA Pn Whet does have Sabrebat canard recently published Flying Models. column find out opinion mat Ii wiji ne mne puom wnn tne art ot hying Pattern snould allowed experience particular ship freedom utilize retracts pipes whetherthis likely win Pattern meet regardless lower levels otherwise end much money has sunk equipment everything boils down having plane Nothing can replace experience agree know intimately reliable equipment does help sometimes have top-notch stuff works you can gain make bit easier handle experience make work Only maneuvers believe pilot dedicated combination can put winners circle consistently different opinion expressed Mike Finnigan Oklahoma City OK wrote Continued page 147 . .. vortex tips Theyre epoxy resin/continuous-filament fiberglass construction manufacturer Prop Shop 109 Emerald St Broomfield CO 80020 can call information 303 469-3928 said substantially improve observed performance marginally-powered models higher altitudes should same sea level too July 198247 Izzo Bernard llaas R Stamm Harry S ebhart Robert D Messal Peter T Walters Arthur G Suhr Southern Alameda Coun ty Radio Controllers Gold Members donated $50 AMA Building Fund will listed Gold Member Scroll New names month Flying Flapiacks Cobra Club Council Bluffs RC Bees Keystone Clippers TnCounty RC Club New Jersey Inc Baron Model Club Johnson County Aero Modelers Club Light Fantastics Atkins Hobbies Robert Underwood Bob Johnson Scott 1 Kalmus Rae W Fritz Melvin Kata Albert R Gallik John Delafosse Joe Norcross Tom OKeefe Marion Cook Douglas Knott WJ Mowrey Charles Puckett Richard Swenson Arthur Gagnier JN Ferrer Clifford Ritchie Donald Lindley Franklin C Flynn William Hinnant Tom Tappan Dale Gorton John J Nelson Claude W Stafford Arthur Sapunara Ellsworth F Croweli Jr Bruce Anthony James Powers Don Krafft Ralph Schweak Suzi Stream Dennis L Lien Ed Lorenz Wilfred 12 Grant Ronald Gooden Frank L Parmenter Thomas Bruce Richard Little Charles Scott Larry Parfitt Jack R Albrecht Jim Traw Jack [nisbie JA Sparks William Barr Bill Wisniewski Francis Fluharty Rob ert Lockwood John Brownlee Ron Helen Stanlield H Baldwin John Routt Ralph Pressler Richs Hobbytowne RC Aerobatics/Van Putte Continued page 47 am Novice hold same views Ed Cregger about buying success Pattern Pattern becoming dying art think people will participate away tuned pipes retracts hope AMA will bring issue vote again time maybe average Income non-sponsored fliers will voice opinions District Contest Board members know will However Jim Mowrey Kinsley KS wrote ln competition have participated factory teams did exist Sportsman Advanced classes nor did retracts ortuned pipes guarantee winning class still must able perform maneuvers Ijust moved Advanced last year gained necessary 100 points flying fixed-gear non-tuned-pipe aircraft process gaining 100 points have beaten retractequipped tuned-pipe aircraft also shoulder-wing advanced-trainer-type have competitive sports life have yet find limits equipment can use designed beginner beginner class want kill something just start limiting its creativity secret quit looking excuses learn fly Just things out Bob Beckstein Biloxi MS wrote make too expensive compete wife will help make up mind change hobby So make simple flier gets experience opinions great wont have much effect unless district Contest Board member gets Make opinions known AMA district representives Once US Government does something nice inadvertently am Civil Service employee working Air Force Advanced Medium Range Air-toAir Missile Project office Eglin AFB make trip government Grumman Aerospace Corporation Bethpage NY recently 4 Gal Case %One 5 Gal Can24 Gal126 Gal 30 Gal Drum 54 Gal Drum NitroGalPer GalPer GalPer GalEAEA 0%1050650 575 5251030014000 5%1150725 650 5751420021000 10%1250825 750 6751840027000 12%1325875 800 7252040030000 15%1400925 825 7752240033000 25%18501100105010003040046600 40%25001600150014004250066800 60%300026002400230065400105800 Pnesor sbjet toehoee ithod ,otie Free delivery 14525 126 gal deals USA 30 al drums freight collect FOB Clover SC Gallon price determined nitro content & total quantity ordered SC orders add 4% sales tax NEWPower Booster Oil Ia scale engines. $10/qt $30/gal NEWPower Booster e eng S72/qt $38/gal freight mci Use 3 ozigai 803 222-7488 Looking Hard Find Soaring Goodies 5/fe c3ci4fane ii7acory 5 has mostcomplete comprehensive line R/C Soaring productato everexist North America LI Our line products includes some moat respected firms Europe well complete inventory own US manufacturers LI We carry complete line Kits Hardware Accessories & Building Supplies have full inventory Launching Equipment & Related Products 0 We hereto serve serious RIG soaring enthusiast supplies kits other items have sought long Call write today Free product listing & price sheet The Sailplane Factory P0 Box 341 Red Lion PA 17356 717244-4508 9am 9pm EST DEALER/DIRECT INQUIRIES INVITED Full Command Systems Propellers sizes tom-made Propellers6-8 including homebuilts ultralights. Motor Mounts. Fuel Tanks. Quarter Scale Servos. Imported Servos 3 wire $998. Servo Reversers. Glow Plugs---Glow Drivers. Hardware Accessories. Sailplane Accessoriesincluding 100% guaranteed Tow Hook. R/C Devices. Radios. Ready-To-Fly AirplanesTrainer thru Pattern ich Control Line Panels. Expanded Scale Voltmeters48 96 - Tachometers LCD ors Dopes mah Quarter Scale Batteries otors Racing. Marix Boats. Custom Injection Molding. Custom Toolroom Work. AND MUCH MORE. Look Future Kit Radios$ 7995 Full Command Systems 908ERosewood Spokane WA 99207 509 487-2122 July 1982 147 45-60 Powered Sport Competition Flying Complete Parts Support HIROBO SCALE HEUCOPTERS 50-60 Powered Tow Cobra Ranger Lama uois ultimate scale helicopters PLAZA HOBBYCRAFT Super Savings Pibergiass Materials Fiberglass Cloth 5 Sq yards515 00 choice II. 2 4 6 oz clOth 1aminatinq Epoxy Resin l6hr cure530O0per gal Liquid Mold ReleaseS3 00 16 ozs Epoxy Primer lK&8l540 OOpergal Epoxy Paint Thinner IK&BlSIS 00 per gal Polyester Resin lK&BJ520Ooper gal Send check money order shipping collect COD okay Call write Sob Smith RIC AlrcattP 0 Btax 33335 Grandda Hills CA 91344 2131 366-6872 mentioned Grumman engineers flew RC airplanes told about two other Grumman engineers knew also flew RC took meet after business completed turned out George Myers Model Atiations Radio Technique columnist Bob Aberle Flying Models teCh nical editor interesting talk two RC fliers also write columns magazines have lot common time went quickly seemed wed just met time go informption very impressed Bob George both agressive innovative approach writing RC oriented columns Georges biggest complaint edit rewrite columns cut back size Model Asiation requires Bob Aberle chided subscribing Fiviog Models magazine surprised PARTS KET KIT$19995 w/lrwine Eng*27995 w/K & B 35 Eng*29995 cincludes heat sink & muffler built-up radios RTF available prices Call 412-342-5740 RC columnist didnt subscribe RC oriented magazines After returned followed up sending free copy May 1982 issue note said part Id like convince you missing things would certainly interest case point new issue Eli ing Models received after visit will happy know personalls responsible canard RC model appearing cover Refer page 21 note author Dan Reiss fully credits Model Asiation column about thar Well turned page 21 noted designing model Dan used equations forlocatingthe propcrcenterofmassofacanard airplane published June 1980 writing advertisers mention read about Model Aviation column Its nice know equations put good use way check Flying Models went mail next day Ron Van Putte III Sleepy Oaks Rd Fort Walton ReadL FL 32548 RO SCaIe/WisChers Continued aoe 49 spraying consistency about 50-50 amount powder used critical Too much powder can cause rough finish too little means extra sprayed coats complete coverage just right amount powder mix have found wet coat will cover primer After sprayed dope has dried completely still doesnt really appear good simulation polished metal surface get metallic appearance surface burnished using wad soft facial tissue rubbing vigorously Use care burnishing over rivets possible build up considerable beat process glue rivets will melt Actually burnishing heat seems factor brings polish surface produces metallic sheen Keep turning tissue wad get fresh area tissue bear against dope transformation metal-like appearance dramatic However shows fingerprints par ticularly hands wet oily may necessary wear cloth glove holding hand during polishing preserve soft dope surface protect oxidation finger prints well fuel-proofing overcoat applied can either polyurethane varnish clear epoxy provide reflective gloss characteristic unpainted metal aircraft two coatings epoxy durable Varnish has slight yellowing tendency Coverite Glas kote excellent coating leaves no brush marks materials run too heavy coat can ruinous run can sanded out using No 600 paper water can difficult around rivets Its best use single coat very careful avoid runs brush bristles prefer dope work camel hair since individual hairs slightly wavy Because hairs separated waviness brush will hold very large quantities liquid ideal dope work especially first coat over open silk applying Glaskote polyurethane varnish clear epoxy over loading intolerable because can lay too heavy coat surface runs pit ferred brush sable equally soft camel hair straight fibers thaS will hold much less liquid therefore capable laying uniform easily controlled thickness coating varnished surface comes close appearance polished aluminum have able achieve painting technique Future RC Scale April 1982 column mentioned possibility combining Pie elsion Sport Scale competitive classes discussed among Scale Subcommittee members Paris FAI meeting December hinted two events could also combined AMA competition classes expected controversy develop over issue particular ly Sport Scale enthusiasts have no responses could mean lack interest competitors dont read column Under FAI static scoring uses K factors weight various areas revised scoring schedule combine two classes could follows I Scale accuracy K-Factor 148 Model Aviation t4w COMPETITOR L2473 E State Street Sharon PA 16146 Tooling PO Box 145 Seymour IL 61875 GET ORGANIZED s Sd 0 4 siurdy tries rtai hotly over 4 years xl yOur lavorite 8 agazines 4 MAG FILES $495 send $495 pius 11 50 lo postage handing 0GM INOUSTRIES P0 BOX 388-K DOVER N H 03820
Edition: Model Aviation - 1982/07
Page Numbers: 46, 47, 147, 148
Radio Control SPORT AEROBA TICS Ron Van Pu tie THE LETTER Ed Cregger aboutfactory teams competing Pattern contests published April 1982 column really hit some sensitive spots onanumberof readers letters have running about 50-50 whether writer agrees Eds letter About half letters said something like Yeah lets ban factory teams have airplanes pipes retracts lower three classes other half said Factory teams dont really exist major scale besides ability equipment wins contests Ed Creggers letter response comment made December 1981 column saying disliked being beaten some just because could afford buy expensive equipment could mind hasnt changed about However some letter writers pointed out cost attending contests overshadows price sophisticated equipment long run its certainly true modeler can afford go contests can also afford whistles bells However gadgets dont really improve competition its difficult justify spending money something doesnt make competitor better flier other hand makes good sense invest money time practicing pattern Scottish background compels agree people want keep airplanes lower two three classes simple let competitors invest money saved fuel props glow plugs practice sessions column forum modelers Id happy report responses received controversial subject However dont have impact what will flown future contests people decide what RC Pattern rules will members RC Contest Board AMA districtbased upon proposals submitted AMA members see June Competition News letter procedures proposal form opinions subject should let district representative know feel can good job representing members district names ad dresses found Directory section Competition Newsletter interest using column forum what follows excerpts letters subject first Mike Lee Phoenix AZ said times have seen pilots come out winners classes some pretty ancient equipment aircraft 46 Model Aviation uo KflOW wno inese two Huers well tneyve changed bit since 1966 photos taken Above Don Lowe test pilot forthe Ascendera phonetic playon words experimental canard model built by. Below Ron Van Putte Look 12-channel F&M reed transmitter remember Ascender subject 1967 American Aircraft Modeler article well recent column MA Pn Whet does have Sabrebat canard recently published Flying Models. column find out opinion mat Ii wiji ne mne puom wnn tne art ot hying Pattern snould allowed experience particular ship freedom utilize retracts pipes whetherthis likely win Pattern meet regardless lower levels otherwise end much money has sunk equipment everything boils down having plane Nothing can replace experience agree know intimately reliable equipment does help sometimes have top-notch stuff works you can gain make bit easier handle experience make work Only maneuvers believe pilot dedicated combination can put winners circle consistently different opinion expressed Mike Finnigan Oklahoma City OK wrote Continued page 147 . .. vortex tips Theyre epoxy resin/continuous-filament fiberglass construction manufacturer Prop Shop 109 Emerald St Broomfield CO 80020 can call information 303 469-3928 said substantially improve observed performance marginally-powered models higher altitudes should same sea level too July 198247 Izzo Bernard llaas R Stamm Harry S ebhart Robert D Messal Peter T Walters Arthur G Suhr Southern Alameda Coun ty Radio Controllers Gold Members donated $50 AMA Building Fund will listed Gold Member Scroll New names month Flying Flapiacks Cobra Club Council Bluffs RC Bees Keystone Clippers TnCounty RC Club New Jersey Inc Baron Model Club Johnson County Aero Modelers Club Light Fantastics Atkins Hobbies Robert Underwood Bob Johnson Scott 1 Kalmus Rae W Fritz Melvin Kata Albert R Gallik John Delafosse Joe Norcross Tom OKeefe Marion Cook Douglas Knott WJ Mowrey Charles Puckett Richard Swenson Arthur Gagnier JN Ferrer Clifford Ritchie Donald Lindley Franklin C Flynn William Hinnant Tom Tappan Dale Gorton John J Nelson Claude W Stafford Arthur Sapunara Ellsworth F Croweli Jr Bruce Anthony James Powers Don Krafft Ralph Schweak Suzi Stream Dennis L Lien Ed Lorenz Wilfred 12 Grant Ronald Gooden Frank L Parmenter Thomas Bruce Richard Little Charles Scott Larry Parfitt Jack R Albrecht Jim Traw Jack [nisbie JA Sparks William Barr Bill Wisniewski Francis Fluharty Rob ert Lockwood John Brownlee Ron Helen Stanlield H Baldwin John Routt Ralph Pressler Richs Hobbytowne RC Aerobatics/Van Putte Continued page 47 am Novice hold same views Ed Cregger about buying success Pattern Pattern becoming dying art think people will participate away tuned pipes retracts hope AMA will bring issue vote again time maybe average Income non-sponsored fliers will voice opinions District Contest Board members know will However Jim Mowrey Kinsley KS wrote ln competition have participated factory teams did exist Sportsman Advanced classes nor did retracts ortuned pipes guarantee winning class still must able perform maneuvers Ijust moved Advanced last year gained necessary 100 points flying fixed-gear non-tuned-pipe aircraft process gaining 100 points have beaten retractequipped tuned-pipe aircraft also shoulder-wing advanced-trainer-type have competitive sports life have yet find limits equipment can use designed beginner beginner class want kill something just start limiting its creativity secret quit looking excuses learn fly Just things out Bob Beckstein Biloxi MS wrote make too expensive compete wife will help make up mind change hobby So make simple flier gets experience opinions great wont have much effect unless district Contest Board member gets Make opinions known AMA district representives Once US Government does something nice inadvertently am Civil Service employee working Air Force Advanced Medium Range Air-toAir Missile Project office Eglin AFB make trip government Grumman Aerospace Corporation Bethpage NY recently 4 Gal Case %One 5 Gal Can24 Gal126 Gal 30 Gal Drum 54 Gal Drum NitroGalPer GalPer GalPer GalEAEA 0%1050650 575 5251030014000 5%1150725 650 5751420021000 10%1250825 750 6751840027000 12%1325875 800 7252040030000 15%1400925 825 7752240033000 25%18501100105010003040046600 40%25001600150014004250066800 60%300026002400230065400105800 Pnesor sbjet toehoee ithod ,otie Free delivery 14525 126 gal deals USA 30 al drums freight collect FOB Clover SC Gallon price determined nitro content & total quantity ordered SC orders add 4% sales tax NEWPower Booster Oil Ia scale engines. $10/qt $30/gal NEWPower Booster e eng S72/qt $38/gal freight mci Use 3 ozigai 803 222-7488 Looking Hard Find Soaring Goodies 5/fe c3ci4fane ii7acory 5 has mostcomplete comprehensive line R/C Soaring productato everexist North America LI Our line products includes some moat respected firms Europe well complete inventory own US manufacturers LI We carry complete line Kits Hardware Accessories & Building Supplies have full inventory Launching Equipment & Related Products 0 We hereto serve serious RIG soaring enthusiast supplies kits other items have sought long Call write today Free product listing & price sheet The Sailplane Factory P0 Box 341 Red Lion PA 17356 717244-4508 9am 9pm EST DEALER/DIRECT INQUIRIES INVITED Full Command Systems Propellers sizes tom-made Propellers6-8 including homebuilts ultralights. Motor Mounts. Fuel Tanks. Quarter Scale Servos. Imported Servos 3 wire $998. Servo Reversers. Glow Plugs---Glow Drivers. Hardware Accessories. Sailplane Accessoriesincluding 100% guaranteed Tow Hook. R/C Devices. Radios. Ready-To-Fly AirplanesTrainer thru Pattern ich Control Line Panels. Expanded Scale Voltmeters48 96 - Tachometers LCD ors Dopes mah Quarter Scale Batteries otors Racing. Marix Boats. Custom Injection Molding. Custom Toolroom Work. AND MUCH MORE. Look Future Kit Radios$ 7995 Full Command Systems 908ERosewood Spokane WA 99207 509 487-2122 July 1982 147 45-60 Powered Sport Competition Flying Complete Parts Support HIROBO SCALE HEUCOPTERS 50-60 Powered Tow Cobra Ranger Lama uois ultimate scale helicopters PLAZA HOBBYCRAFT Super Savings Pibergiass Materials Fiberglass Cloth 5 Sq yards515 00 choice II. 2 4 6 oz clOth 1aminatinq Epoxy Resin l6hr cure530O0per gal Liquid Mold ReleaseS3 00 16 ozs Epoxy Primer lK&8l540 OOpergal Epoxy Paint Thinner IK&BlSIS 00 per gal Polyester Resin lK&BJ520Ooper gal Send check money order shipping collect COD okay Call write Sob Smith RIC AlrcattP 0 Btax 33335 Grandda Hills CA 91344 2131 366-6872 mentioned Grumman engineers flew RC airplanes told about two other Grumman engineers knew also flew RC took meet after business completed turned out George Myers Model Atiations Radio Technique columnist Bob Aberle Flying Models teCh nical editor interesting talk two RC fliers also write columns magazines have lot common time went quickly seemed wed just met time go informption very impressed Bob George both agressive innovative approach writing RC oriented columns Georges biggest complaint edit rewrite columns cut back size Model Asiation requires Bob Aberle chided subscribing Fiviog Models magazine surprised PARTS KET KIT$19995 w/lrwine Eng*27995 w/K & B 35 Eng*29995 cincludes heat sink & muffler built-up radios RTF available prices Call 412-342-5740 RC columnist didnt subscribe RC oriented magazines After returned followed up sending free copy May 1982 issue note said part Id like convince you missing things would certainly interest case point new issue Eli ing Models received after visit will happy know personalls responsible canard RC model appearing cover Refer page 21 note author Dan Reiss fully credits Model Asiation column about thar Well turned page 21 noted designing model Dan used equations forlocatingthe propcrcenterofmassofacanard airplane published June 1980 writing advertisers mention read about Model Aviation column Its nice know equations put good use way check Flying Models went mail next day Ron Van Putte III Sleepy Oaks Rd Fort Walton ReadL FL 32548 RO SCaIe/WisChers Continued aoe 49 spraying consistency about 50-50 amount powder used critical Too much powder can cause rough finish too little means extra sprayed coats complete coverage just right amount powder mix have found wet coat will cover primer After sprayed dope has dried completely still doesnt really appear good simulation polished metal surface get metallic appearance surface burnished using wad soft facial tissue rubbing vigorously Use care burnishing over rivets possible build up considerable beat process glue rivets will melt Actually burnishing heat seems factor brings polish surface produces metallic sheen Keep turning tissue wad get fresh area tissue bear against dope transformation metal-like appearance dramatic However shows fingerprints par ticularly hands wet oily may necessary wear cloth glove holding hand during polishing preserve soft dope surface protect oxidation finger prints well fuel-proofing overcoat applied can either polyurethane varnish clear epoxy provide reflective gloss characteristic unpainted metal aircraft two coatings epoxy durable Varnish has slight yellowing tendency Coverite Glas kote excellent coating leaves no brush marks materials run too heavy coat can ruinous run can sanded out using No 600 paper water can difficult around rivets Its best use single coat very careful avoid runs brush bristles prefer dope work camel hair since individual hairs slightly wavy Because hairs separated waviness brush will hold very large quantities liquid ideal dope work especially first coat over open silk applying Glaskote polyurethane varnish clear epoxy over loading intolerable because can lay too heavy coat surface runs pit ferred brush sable equally soft camel hair straight fibers thaS will hold much less liquid therefore capable laying uniform easily controlled thickness coating varnished surface comes close appearance polished aluminum have able achieve painting technique Future RC Scale April 1982 column mentioned possibility combining Pie elsion Sport Scale competitive classes discussed among Scale Subcommittee members Paris FAI meeting December hinted two events could also combined AMA competition classes expected controversy develop over issue particular ly Sport Scale enthusiasts have no responses could mean lack interest competitors dont read column Under FAI static scoring uses K factors weight various areas revised scoring schedule combine two classes could follows I Scale accuracy K-Factor 148 Model Aviation t4w COMPETITOR L2473 E State Street Sharon PA 16146 Tooling PO Box 145 Seymour IL 61875 GET ORGANIZED s Sd 0 4 siurdy tries rtai hotly over 4 years xl yOur lavorite 8 agazines 4 MAG FILES $495 send $495 pius 11 50 lo postage handing 0GM INOUSTRIES P0 BOX 388-K DOVER N H 03820
Edition: Model Aviation - 1982/07
Page Numbers: 46, 47, 147, 148
Radio Control SPORT AEROBA TICS Ron Van Pu tie THE LETTER Ed Cregger aboutfactory teams competing Pattern contests published April 1982 column really hit some sensitive spots onanumberof readers letters have running about 50-50 whether writer agrees Eds letter About half letters said something like Yeah lets ban factory teams have airplanes pipes retracts lower three classes other half said Factory teams dont really exist major scale besides ability equipment wins contests Ed Creggers letter response comment made December 1981 column saying disliked being beaten some just because could afford buy expensive equipment could mind hasnt changed about However some letter writers pointed out cost attending contests overshadows price sophisticated equipment long run its certainly true modeler can afford go contests can also afford whistles bells However gadgets dont really improve competition its difficult justify spending money something doesnt make competitor better flier other hand makes good sense invest money time practicing pattern Scottish background compels agree people want keep airplanes lower two three classes simple let competitors invest money saved fuel props glow plugs practice sessions column forum modelers Id happy report responses received controversial subject However dont have impact what will flown future contests people decide what RC Pattern rules will members RC Contest Board AMA districtbased upon proposals submitted AMA members see June Competition News letter procedures proposal form opinions subject should let district representative know feel can good job representing members district names ad dresses found Directory section Competition Newsletter interest using column forum what follows excerpts letters subject first Mike Lee Phoenix AZ said times have seen pilots come out winners classes some pretty ancient equipment aircraft 46 Model Aviation uo KflOW wno inese two Huers well tneyve changed bit since 1966 photos taken Above Don Lowe test pilot forthe Ascendera phonetic playon words experimental canard model built by. Below Ron Van Putte Look 12-channel F&M reed transmitter remember Ascender subject 1967 American Aircraft Modeler article well recent column MA Pn Whet does have Sabrebat canard recently published Flying Models. column find out opinion mat Ii wiji ne mne puom wnn tne art ot hying Pattern snould allowed experience particular ship freedom utilize retracts pipes whetherthis likely win Pattern meet regardless lower levels otherwise end much money has sunk equipment everything boils down having plane Nothing can replace experience agree know intimately reliable equipment does help sometimes have top-notch stuff works you can gain make bit easier handle experience make work Only maneuvers believe pilot dedicated combination can put winners circle consistently different opinion expressed Mike Finnigan Oklahoma City OK wrote Continued page 147 . .. vortex tips Theyre epoxy resin/continuous-filament fiberglass construction manufacturer Prop Shop 109 Emerald St Broomfield CO 80020 can call information 303 469-3928 said substantially improve observed performance marginally-powered models higher altitudes should same sea level too July 198247 Izzo Bernard llaas R Stamm Harry S ebhart Robert D Messal Peter T Walters Arthur G Suhr Southern Alameda Coun ty Radio Controllers Gold Members donated $50 AMA Building Fund will listed Gold Member Scroll New names month Flying Flapiacks Cobra Club Council Bluffs RC Bees Keystone Clippers TnCounty RC Club New Jersey Inc Baron Model Club Johnson County Aero Modelers Club Light Fantastics Atkins Hobbies Robert Underwood Bob Johnson Scott 1 Kalmus Rae W Fritz Melvin Kata Albert R Gallik John Delafosse Joe Norcross Tom OKeefe Marion Cook Douglas Knott WJ Mowrey Charles Puckett Richard Swenson Arthur Gagnier JN Ferrer Clifford Ritchie Donald Lindley Franklin C Flynn William Hinnant Tom Tappan Dale Gorton John J Nelson Claude W Stafford Arthur Sapunara Ellsworth F Croweli Jr Bruce Anthony James Powers Don Krafft Ralph Schweak Suzi Stream Dennis L Lien Ed Lorenz Wilfred 12 Grant Ronald Gooden Frank L Parmenter Thomas Bruce Richard Little Charles Scott Larry Parfitt Jack R Albrecht Jim Traw Jack [nisbie JA Sparks William Barr Bill Wisniewski Francis Fluharty Rob ert Lockwood John Brownlee Ron Helen Stanlield H Baldwin John Routt Ralph Pressler Richs Hobbytowne RC Aerobatics/Van Putte Continued page 47 am Novice hold same views Ed Cregger about buying success Pattern Pattern becoming dying art think people will participate away tuned pipes retracts hope AMA will bring issue vote again time maybe average Income non-sponsored fliers will voice opinions District Contest Board members know will However Jim Mowrey Kinsley KS wrote ln competition have participated factory teams did exist Sportsman Advanced classes nor did retracts ortuned pipes guarantee winning class still must able perform maneuvers Ijust moved Advanced last year gained necessary 100 points flying fixed-gear non-tuned-pipe aircraft process gaining 100 points have beaten retractequipped tuned-pipe aircraft also shoulder-wing advanced-trainer-type have competitive sports life have yet find limits equipment can use designed beginner beginner class want kill something just start limiting its creativity secret quit looking excuses learn fly Just things out Bob Beckstein Biloxi MS wrote make too expensive compete wife will help make up mind change hobby So make simple flier gets experience opinions great wont have much effect unless district Contest Board member gets Make opinions known AMA district representives Once US Government does something nice inadvertently am Civil Service employee working Air Force Advanced Medium Range Air-toAir Missile Project office Eglin AFB make trip government Grumman Aerospace Corporation Bethpage NY recently 4 Gal Case %One 5 Gal Can24 Gal126 Gal 30 Gal Drum 54 Gal Drum NitroGalPer GalPer GalPer GalEAEA 0%1050650 575 5251030014000 5%1150725 650 5751420021000 10%1250825 750 6751840027000 12%1325875 800 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