U Gary Shaw @xiIiIr FAIL-SAFE AUTOPILOT attending Pattern meet recently south-central Florida fellow judge treated eye-popping experience last Advanced fliers judging suddenly turned us during level flight revealed disappointed performance shut off transmitter collapsed antenna walked away sat watching helplessly beautiful meridian continued its flight p across view what obviously bad orientation impending disaster guy nuts Suddenly aircraft reoriented itself continued flying what considered very good roundwith no pilot Turning around face pits explanation treated very hearty Ha Ha everyone attendance 40 people turns out real pilot along Jason Shulman accomplished Pattern flier strategically located behind us having some fun expense Actually pretty funny once heart slowed down embarrassment subsided after several pats back Youll understand still skeptical just few days ago ran Jason local club asked him what brought along fly indicated 60-size Super Chipmunk airborne seemed doing just 6 Model Aviation ypoxy Epoxy Provides Superior Bonding Power strongest argument putting model together Hobbypoxy its record performance Hobbypoxy two-part epoxies fast acting rapid curing superstrong flexible hold time come four formulas meet need Formula 1 15-minute working time one-hour cure ideal general construction Formula 2 slow-setting epoxy 45-minute working time three-hour cure Formula 3 has gel-like texture keep put Formula 4 five-minute epoxy quick construction field repairs Formulas 2 4 come convenient four-ounce bottles Use Hobbypoxy Epoxies filling nicks cracks joints Finish job right Hobbypoxy Smooth n Easy low-viscosity epoxy finishing resin spreads thin cures clear sands smooth easy time fine Since transmitter holding off hanging carry handle hands very apparent someone else flying model Lets see four aircraft flying three other pilots line again benefactor practical joke As eyes scanned field person sure hidden transmitter Jason informed model outfitted on-board autopilot flying itself Now trying kid flying itself was. shorten story suspense finally introduced gentleman visiting Israel represents company involved development electronics radio-controlled drones confirmed installed autopilot Jasons model proceeded demonstrate its capabilities impressed Rather spill beans months column let just say unit way can put through paces own models report about near future Postal Service works really fast maybe can get report done time next months column Until dont trust anyone claims model can fly itself Field-Box Starters Several letters arrived record time response column January 1994 MA readers took issue using word invention describe field box starters developed Bob Taylor Jim Steffens Both gentlemen shown photos forwarded using devices start models Although intended slight against already put similar devices use word invention defined 1966 edition Websters can infer following meanings producing something new creative imagination latter intent Now whos going tell definition has changed newer edition Websters First set record straight Roger Continued page 54 8 Model Aviation copy POXY POINTERS helpful guide using fine Hobbypoxy products call 1-201-625-3100 See us WRAMS REALISTIC MOTION RETRACT CONTROL VALVES See us Show Lower level All valves feature exhaust speed control Toledo Show have expanded range retract control valves cover needsThese valves work standard servos door sequancing done inside valve speed control throw away troublesome restrictors NEW ATTENTION SPRING AIR OWNERS can now have independant speed control up down speeds new UP5valve$289 5 NEW NEW Secondary door control valve UP4 used conjunction UP2 valve will provide control tail-wheel doors MUSTANGS secondary doors need stay open g ear down though main doors closedsuch B25 $74495 NEW 7/16 dia DOOR CYLINDERS un stroke 13 lb thrust metal body $2185 NEW Door cylinder 5/16 dia 1 inch stroke 8 lb thrust metal body $1900 UP1 Independent speed control & switching struts $2895 UP2Strut & door control Mustangs Door opens strut lowers door closes Door opens strut raises door closes $7465100 INCH MUSTANG RETRACTS 50 LB RATING UP3 Strut & door control valve P47 Door opens-strut lowers-Totally enclosed mechanism-all metal-i inch air cylinder-85 degre door stays open Strut raises-door closes$7465retraction Fits between ribs$579OO including UP2 valve ULTRA PRECISION Technical Services Ltd 1244 Honeysuckle Crescent Oakvi lIe OntarioL6H 2S8 Canada Phone 905 842 1703 Dealer inquiries welcomeAll prices US fundsShipping valves & cylinders $450 DODDGER DODDGER takes 1st Place 1990 1991 & 1993 AMA Nationals! Now DODDGER has standard DODDGER kit now includes V-tail & Mid-tail versions Instructions show required modifications create V-tail Mid-tail version Craig Grunkemeyers tricks still included! real GO FAST & TURN LEFT kit market.THE DODDGER! Engine 25 45 Span 50 inches Area 500 square inches rDIR6cTpNNecTIoNRC Capstone 11/C Suppliers Inc 562 W Scin-ock lid Westervifle 01143081 614-899-6313 Fax 614-899-6070 1-800-5935250 MIL TOUCH AIR d POWER fill-spectrum engine fuel treatment specially formulated R/C models Bonds electrachemically metal smooth pitted surfaces Reduce friction & heat Improves performanc Reduce engine wear ces repair costs CAN BE USED AS RUN-OFF OIL TO CLEAN ENGINES BEFOREAFTER AVAILABLE IN HANDY SQUEEZE BOTTLES OZ 5595 -51295 Ask Boca Beasings local hobby shop Call 14071 998-0004 Toll-free USA 800 332-3256 Toll-free Canada 800 553-3256 Fax Order 407 998-0119 send $300 catalog Name Address City __________________ State _____ Zip Send Boca Eeurig Dept C 2304 7040W Palmetto Pugh Rd Ruins FL 33433 R/CCombatHeadquarters] Wild Thing.$3995 /s P-51 D.$4995 Jap Zero.$4995 ME-i 09.$4995OY Perfect oiT Club Combat Racingadd $5 00 Just Plane Funi Include $500 Shipping & handling Safety/Shaw Continued page 8 H Coleman president CUFFMAC California United Free Eight Model Airplane Clubs Inc An excerpt Rogers letter points out following Both gentlemen have merely built own version type starter boxes used Free Eight folks mass since development model engines turn props excess 20000 rpm have numerous articles published over last fifteen years descnbing type starter box What has amazed some folks consider us use devices bunch wusses However believe beats heck out being stupid God forbid masmed models Hot heels Rogers letter another free fighter Jim Coffin CAAMA newsletter editor also clued fact devices version another have around long time Jim writes following Maybe Im missing something appears very old idea Free Eight world have used well over 15 years fact case normally mount starter support about waist high can stand up start engines further reduces hazards spinning props since dont have move sitting squatting position launching walking release point Jim also included photos construction drawings waist-high unit apparently presented NFFS Digest SAM Speaks about eight ten years ago plans very clear well-written include detailed bill materials contemplating building such device dont enjoy having recreate wheel letter SASE need forward copy Forgot Wing Screws Hot off press Southern Pattern Flyers Association comes excellent newsletter entitled Loop TLoop edited Bob Erhardt Within its well-organized columns short story know us can relate Although know its rotten use column since applies fellow Pattern flier just cant seem help myself spent weekend practicing David Shulmanhes younger brother Jason Shulman funny thing happened flying David said Bob model acting really funny think wing fluttering OK lands model cheeks over takes off again Next flight same thing David lands model much surprise David forgot wing screws promised wouldnt say anythingshhh wont tell either will Flight-Box Maintenance As noted Christmas edition Chicagoland Radio Control Modelers Inc Newsletter LeRoy Cordes editor quick maintenance check trusty old flight box probably order now flying season has slowed down slight crawl So youre jump ahead other guy spring ready go first good days arrive general cleanup throw out broken props fried plugs 1990 rubber bands wiping off ancient layers grass oil dirt dont forget carefully check wires supplying power 54 Model Aviation E-OP-TH EART TECHNOLOGY ATA PRiCEYOU CAN APPRECLATE Genesis state-of-the-art all-composite molded vacuum bagged model designed thermal duration competition Synergy F3B models highly competitive everything thermal duration slope racing Limited time pricing Genesis $449 Synergy Ill $599 Synergy 91 $549 SB/XC $749 Available exclusively Slegers International 201 366-0880 RnR Products 1120 Wrigley Way Milpitas CA 95035 946-4751 reliable electrical components youve years Are frayed broken cracked Keep mind fuel electricity field box OK together long nothing gets opportunity turn field box boom box think Im kidding following 1985 editorial written Al Brose Windy City Newsletter provides vivid example volatile gallon fuel can become given half chance Once upon time very experienced flier out flying following events transpired electricity power panel going fuel pump shorted out being nice sunny day flier didnt see flame top fuel can Remember alcohol burns nearly invisible flame fire ignited gallon fuel can sent almost 200 feet air Luckily flier wasnt bending over flight box let go flier experienced some burning fuel legs another flier helped extinguish Thanks again other flier help remember flying yourself can harmful health instance such second person all-tooimportant can learn checking flight boxes periodically frayed wires replace necessary Electric Fliers Safety Checklist popularity Electric models seemingly soaring clouds days its important ever aware pitfalls can bite fliers enjoy electrifying niche As modeler Ron Fikes Palo Alto recently wrote sticking following suggestions may help avoid mishap Safety switch always install extra switch wiring between motor rest circuit anything goes wrong speed control stray radio signals interfere servo controls motor wont come until want Fuse always install fuse between motor rest circuit anything gets way prop body fuse blows rest model doesnt catch fire give rest leg shave Propeller/shaft adapter Most electric motors have adapter prop held shaft set screw once tighten local flier last weekend advancing throttle takeoff lost whole works prop hub set screw occurred out takeoff strip no hurt Motor battery connector changes removing existing power plugs battery power packs install Sermos plugs remember battery packs potent Cut off plug wire time Put new plug cut off other wire replace cut off same time cut stripped ends can short fire bad burn shop nono Rons last suggestion sounds like what needed hear prior attempting use homemade worm-shocker kid cut cord off moms old iron attached wires ends about 50 feet copper wire secured other ends wire old kitchen knife prior sticking ground Since Mom Dad gone opened up patio doors plugged whole works socket across dining room floor Wow what fireworks floor Similar what occurs short powerful Ni-Cd battery Electric model PILOTS FLY THE WORLD OVER I/B JET Top GUN 29951/9WWII JAPANESE 1595 AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER OR DIRECT P&H $350 PER PILOT F RES ADD SALES TAX SEND BASE FOR COLOR BROCHURE Illenterprises g box 5631 fresno ca 93755 tel 209 224-4170 fax 209 2247289 April 1994 55 USAAFSTATE-OF-THE-ART PILOTSLUFPATAFFE WWI AVIATOR 92455 1/5 WWII USAAF $2995 1/4 W WI NAVY 2495 WWII LUFTWAFFE 2995 CIV/SPORT 2495 3 LUE FLAME LASTER 25 Ducted-Fan powered 30 watt motor 2 ozthrust InjectIon molded aaaembled tested Blue Flame Blaster sV4~1995 FOF \sj/ srDIOG Complete tree-flIght ayatem pack #2 IncludIng 4x2lOmAh NICd batterlca Please add $250 pOe r4hng year total
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
Page Numbers: 6, 8, 54, 55
U Gary Shaw @xiIiIr FAIL-SAFE AUTOPILOT attending Pattern meet recently south-central Florida fellow judge treated eye-popping experience last Advanced fliers judging suddenly turned us during level flight revealed disappointed performance shut off transmitter collapsed antenna walked away sat watching helplessly beautiful meridian continued its flight p across view what obviously bad orientation impending disaster guy nuts Suddenly aircraft reoriented itself continued flying what considered very good roundwith no pilot Turning around face pits explanation treated very hearty Ha Ha everyone attendance 40 people turns out real pilot along Jason Shulman accomplished Pattern flier strategically located behind us having some fun expense Actually pretty funny once heart slowed down embarrassment subsided after several pats back Youll understand still skeptical just few days ago ran Jason local club asked him what brought along fly indicated 60-size Super Chipmunk airborne seemed doing just 6 Model Aviation ypoxy Epoxy Provides Superior Bonding Power strongest argument putting model together Hobbypoxy its record performance Hobbypoxy two-part epoxies fast acting rapid curing superstrong flexible hold time come four formulas meet need Formula 1 15-minute working time one-hour cure ideal general construction Formula 2 slow-setting epoxy 45-minute working time three-hour cure Formula 3 has gel-like texture keep put Formula 4 five-minute epoxy quick construction field repairs Formulas 2 4 come convenient four-ounce bottles Use Hobbypoxy Epoxies filling nicks cracks joints Finish job right Hobbypoxy Smooth n Easy low-viscosity epoxy finishing resin spreads thin cures clear sands smooth easy time fine Since transmitter holding off hanging carry handle hands very apparent someone else flying model Lets see four aircraft flying three other pilots line again benefactor practical joke As eyes scanned field person sure hidden transmitter Jason informed model outfitted on-board autopilot flying itself Now trying kid flying itself was. shorten story suspense finally introduced gentleman visiting Israel represents company involved development electronics radio-controlled drones confirmed installed autopilot Jasons model proceeded demonstrate its capabilities impressed Rather spill beans months column let just say unit way can put through paces own models report about near future Postal Service works really fast maybe can get report done time next months column Until dont trust anyone claims model can fly itself Field-Box Starters Several letters arrived record time response column January 1994 MA readers took issue using word invention describe field box starters developed Bob Taylor Jim Steffens Both gentlemen shown photos forwarded using devices start models Although intended slight against already put similar devices use word invention defined 1966 edition Websters can infer following meanings producing something new creative imagination latter intent Now whos going tell definition has changed newer edition Websters First set record straight Roger Continued page 54 8 Model Aviation copy POXY POINTERS helpful guide using fine Hobbypoxy products call 1-201-625-3100 See us WRAMS REALISTIC MOTION RETRACT CONTROL VALVES See us Show Lower level All valves feature exhaust speed control Toledo Show have expanded range retract control valves cover needsThese valves work standard servos door sequancing done inside valve speed control throw away troublesome restrictors NEW ATTENTION SPRING AIR OWNERS can now have independant speed control up down speeds new UP5valve$289 5 NEW NEW Secondary door control valve UP4 used conjunction UP2 valve will provide control tail-wheel doors MUSTANGS secondary doors need stay open g ear down though main doors closedsuch B25 $74495 NEW 7/16 dia DOOR CYLINDERS un stroke 13 lb thrust metal body $2185 NEW Door cylinder 5/16 dia 1 inch stroke 8 lb thrust metal body $1900 UP1 Independent speed control & switching struts $2895 UP2Strut & door control Mustangs Door opens strut lowers door closes Door opens strut raises door closes $7465100 INCH MUSTANG RETRACTS 50 LB RATING UP3 Strut & door control valve P47 Door opens-strut lowers-Totally enclosed mechanism-all metal-i inch air cylinder-85 degre door stays open Strut raises-door closes$7465retraction Fits between ribs$579OO including UP2 valve ULTRA PRECISION Technical Services Ltd 1244 Honeysuckle Crescent Oakvi lIe OntarioL6H 2S8 Canada Phone 905 842 1703 Dealer inquiries welcomeAll prices US fundsShipping valves & cylinders $450 DODDGER DODDGER takes 1st Place 1990 1991 & 1993 AMA Nationals! Now DODDGER has standard DODDGER kit now includes V-tail & Mid-tail versions Instructions show required modifications create V-tail Mid-tail version Craig Grunkemeyers tricks still included! real GO FAST & TURN LEFT kit market.THE DODDGER! Engine 25 45 Span 50 inches Area 500 square inches rDIR6cTpNNecTIoNRC Capstone 11/C Suppliers Inc 562 W Scin-ock lid Westervifle 01143081 614-899-6313 Fax 614-899-6070 1-800-5935250 MIL TOUCH AIR d POWER fill-spectrum engine fuel treatment specially formulated R/C models Bonds electrachemically metal smooth pitted surfaces Reduce friction & heat Improves performanc Reduce engine wear ces repair costs CAN BE USED AS RUN-OFF OIL TO CLEAN ENGINES BEFOREAFTER AVAILABLE IN HANDY SQUEEZE BOTTLES OZ 5595 -51295 Ask Boca Beasings local hobby shop Call 14071 998-0004 Toll-free USA 800 332-3256 Toll-free Canada 800 553-3256 Fax Order 407 998-0119 send $300 catalog Name Address City __________________ State _____ Zip Send Boca Eeurig Dept C 2304 7040W Palmetto Pugh Rd Ruins FL 33433 R/CCombatHeadquarters] Wild Thing.$3995 /s P-51 D.$4995 Jap Zero.$4995 ME-i 09.$4995OY Perfect oiT Club Combat Racingadd $5 00 Just Plane Funi Include $500 Shipping & handling Safety/Shaw Continued page 8 H Coleman president CUFFMAC California United Free Eight Model Airplane Clubs Inc An excerpt Rogers letter points out following Both gentlemen have merely built own version type starter boxes used Free Eight folks mass since development model engines turn props excess 20000 rpm have numerous articles published over last fifteen years descnbing type starter box What has amazed some folks consider us use devices bunch wusses However believe beats heck out being stupid God forbid masmed models Hot heels Rogers letter another free fighter Jim Coffin CAAMA newsletter editor also clued fact devices version another have around long time Jim writes following Maybe Im missing something appears very old idea Free Eight world have used well over 15 years fact case normally mount starter support about waist high can stand up start engines further reduces hazards spinning props since dont have move sitting squatting position launching walking release point Jim also included photos construction drawings waist-high unit apparently presented NFFS Digest SAM Speaks about eight ten years ago plans very clear well-written include detailed bill materials contemplating building such device dont enjoy having recreate wheel letter SASE need forward copy Forgot Wing Screws Hot off press Southern Pattern Flyers Association comes excellent newsletter entitled Loop TLoop edited Bob Erhardt Within its well-organized columns short story know us can relate Although know its rotten use column since applies fellow Pattern flier just cant seem help myself spent weekend practicing David Shulmanhes younger brother Jason Shulman funny thing happened flying David said Bob model acting really funny think wing fluttering OK lands model cheeks over takes off again Next flight same thing David lands model much surprise David forgot wing screws promised wouldnt say anythingshhh wont tell either will Flight-Box Maintenance As noted Christmas edition Chicagoland Radio Control Modelers Inc Newsletter LeRoy Cordes editor quick maintenance check trusty old flight box probably order now flying season has slowed down slight crawl So youre jump ahead other guy spring ready go first good days arrive general cleanup throw out broken props fried plugs 1990 rubber bands wiping off ancient layers grass oil dirt dont forget carefully check wires supplying power 54 Model Aviation E-OP-TH EART TECHNOLOGY ATA PRiCEYOU CAN APPRECLATE Genesis state-of-the-art all-composite molded vacuum bagged model designed thermal duration competition Synergy F3B models highly competitive everything thermal duration slope racing Limited time pricing Genesis $449 Synergy Ill $599 Synergy 91 $549 SB/XC $749 Available exclusively Slegers International 201 366-0880 RnR Products 1120 Wrigley Way Milpitas CA 95035 946-4751 reliable electrical components youve years Are frayed broken cracked Keep mind fuel electricity field box OK together long nothing gets opportunity turn field box boom box think Im kidding following 1985 editorial written Al Brose Windy City Newsletter provides vivid example volatile gallon fuel can become given half chance Once upon time very experienced flier out flying following events transpired electricity power panel going fuel pump shorted out being nice sunny day flier didnt see flame top fuel can Remember alcohol burns nearly invisible flame fire ignited gallon fuel can sent almost 200 feet air Luckily flier wasnt bending over flight box let go flier experienced some burning fuel legs another flier helped extinguish Thanks again other flier help remember flying yourself can harmful health instance such second person all-tooimportant can learn checking flight boxes periodically frayed wires replace necessary Electric Fliers Safety Checklist popularity Electric models seemingly soaring clouds days its important ever aware pitfalls can bite fliers enjoy electrifying niche As modeler Ron Fikes Palo Alto recently wrote sticking following suggestions may help avoid mishap Safety switch always install extra switch wiring between motor rest circuit anything goes wrong speed control stray radio signals interfere servo controls motor wont come until want Fuse always install fuse between motor rest circuit anything gets way prop body fuse blows rest model doesnt catch fire give rest leg shave Propeller/shaft adapter Most electric motors have adapter prop held shaft set screw once tighten local flier last weekend advancing throttle takeoff lost whole works prop hub set screw occurred out takeoff strip no hurt Motor battery connector changes removing existing power plugs battery power packs install Sermos plugs remember battery packs potent Cut off plug wire time Put new plug cut off other wire replace cut off same time cut stripped ends can short fire bad burn shop nono Rons last suggestion sounds like what needed hear prior attempting use homemade worm-shocker kid cut cord off moms old iron attached wires ends about 50 feet copper wire secured other ends wire old kitchen knife prior sticking ground Since Mom Dad gone opened up patio doors plugged whole works socket across dining room floor Wow what fireworks floor Similar what occurs short powerful Ni-Cd battery Electric model PILOTS FLY THE WORLD OVER I/B JET Top GUN 29951/9WWII JAPANESE 1595 AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER OR DIRECT P&H $350 PER PILOT F RES ADD SALES TAX SEND BASE FOR COLOR BROCHURE Illenterprises g box 5631 fresno ca 93755 tel 209 224-4170 fax 209 2247289 April 1994 55 USAAFSTATE-OF-THE-ART PILOTSLUFPATAFFE WWI AVIATOR 92455 1/5 WWII USAAF $2995 1/4 W WI NAVY 2495 WWII LUFTWAFFE 2995 CIV/SPORT 2495 3 LUE FLAME LASTER 25 Ducted-Fan powered 30 watt motor 2 ozthrust InjectIon molded aaaembled tested Blue Flame Blaster sV4~1995 FOF \sj/ srDIOG Complete tree-flIght ayatem pack #2 IncludIng 4x2lOmAh NICd batterlca Please add $250 pOe r4hng year total
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
Page Numbers: 6, 8, 54, 55
U Gary Shaw @xiIiIr FAIL-SAFE AUTOPILOT attending Pattern meet recently south-central Florida fellow judge treated eye-popping experience last Advanced fliers judging suddenly turned us during level flight revealed disappointed performance shut off transmitter collapsed antenna walked away sat watching helplessly beautiful meridian continued its flight p across view what obviously bad orientation impending disaster guy nuts Suddenly aircraft reoriented itself continued flying what considered very good roundwith no pilot Turning around face pits explanation treated very hearty Ha Ha everyone attendance 40 people turns out real pilot along Jason Shulman accomplished Pattern flier strategically located behind us having some fun expense Actually pretty funny once heart slowed down embarrassment subsided after several pats back Youll understand still skeptical just few days ago ran Jason local club asked him what brought along fly indicated 60-size Super Chipmunk airborne seemed doing just 6 Model Aviation ypoxy Epoxy Provides Superior Bonding Power strongest argument putting model together Hobbypoxy its record performance Hobbypoxy two-part epoxies fast acting rapid curing superstrong flexible hold time come four formulas meet need Formula 1 15-minute working time one-hour cure ideal general construction Formula 2 slow-setting epoxy 45-minute working time three-hour cure Formula 3 has gel-like texture keep put Formula 4 five-minute epoxy quick construction field repairs Formulas 2 4 come convenient four-ounce bottles Use Hobbypoxy Epoxies filling nicks cracks joints Finish job right Hobbypoxy Smooth n Easy low-viscosity epoxy finishing resin spreads thin cures clear sands smooth easy time fine Since transmitter holding off hanging carry handle hands very apparent someone else flying model Lets see four aircraft flying three other pilots line again benefactor practical joke As eyes scanned field person sure hidden transmitter Jason informed model outfitted on-board autopilot flying itself Now trying kid flying itself was. shorten story suspense finally introduced gentleman visiting Israel represents company involved development electronics radio-controlled drones confirmed installed autopilot Jasons model proceeded demonstrate its capabilities impressed Rather spill beans months column let just say unit way can put through paces own models report about near future Postal Service works really fast maybe can get report done time next months column Until dont trust anyone claims model can fly itself Field-Box Starters Several letters arrived record time response column January 1994 MA readers took issue using word invention describe field box starters developed Bob Taylor Jim Steffens Both gentlemen shown photos forwarded using devices start models Although intended slight against already put similar devices use word invention defined 1966 edition Websters can infer following meanings producing something new creative imagination latter intent Now whos going tell definition has changed newer edition Websters First set record straight Roger Continued page 54 8 Model Aviation copy POXY POINTERS helpful guide using fine Hobbypoxy products call 1-201-625-3100 See us WRAMS REALISTIC MOTION RETRACT CONTROL VALVES See us Show Lower level All valves feature exhaust speed control Toledo Show have expanded range retract control valves cover needsThese valves work standard servos door sequancing done inside valve speed control throw away troublesome restrictors NEW ATTENTION SPRING AIR OWNERS can now have independant speed control up down speeds new UP5valve$289 5 NEW NEW Secondary door control valve UP4 used conjunction UP2 valve will provide control tail-wheel doors MUSTANGS secondary doors need stay open g ear down though main doors closedsuch B25 $74495 NEW 7/16 dia DOOR CYLINDERS un stroke 13 lb thrust metal body $2185 NEW Door cylinder 5/16 dia 1 inch stroke 8 lb thrust metal body $1900 UP1 Independent speed control & switching struts $2895 UP2Strut & door control Mustangs Door opens strut lowers door closes Door opens strut raises door closes $7465100 INCH MUSTANG RETRACTS 50 LB RATING UP3 Strut & door control valve P47 Door opens-strut lowers-Totally enclosed mechanism-all metal-i inch air cylinder-85 degre door stays open Strut raises-door closes$7465retraction Fits between ribs$579OO including UP2 valve ULTRA PRECISION Technical Services Ltd 1244 Honeysuckle Crescent Oakvi lIe OntarioL6H 2S8 Canada Phone 905 842 1703 Dealer inquiries welcomeAll prices US fundsShipping valves & cylinders $450 DODDGER DODDGER takes 1st Place 1990 1991 & 1993 AMA Nationals! Now DODDGER has standard DODDGER kit now includes V-tail & Mid-tail versions Instructions show required modifications create V-tail Mid-tail version Craig Grunkemeyers tricks still included! real GO FAST & TURN LEFT kit market.THE DODDGER! Engine 25 45 Span 50 inches Area 500 square inches rDIR6cTpNNecTIoNRC Capstone 11/C Suppliers Inc 562 W Scin-ock lid Westervifle 01143081 614-899-6313 Fax 614-899-6070 1-800-5935250 MIL TOUCH AIR d POWER fill-spectrum engine fuel treatment specially formulated R/C models Bonds electrachemically metal smooth pitted surfaces Reduce friction & heat Improves performanc Reduce engine wear ces repair costs CAN BE USED AS RUN-OFF OIL TO CLEAN ENGINES BEFOREAFTER AVAILABLE IN HANDY SQUEEZE BOTTLES OZ 5595 -51295 Ask Boca Beasings local hobby shop Call 14071 998-0004 Toll-free USA 800 332-3256 Toll-free Canada 800 553-3256 Fax Order 407 998-0119 send $300 catalog Name Address City __________________ State _____ Zip Send Boca Eeurig Dept C 2304 7040W Palmetto Pugh Rd Ruins FL 33433 R/CCombatHeadquarters] Wild Thing.$3995 /s P-51 D.$4995 Jap Zero.$4995 ME-i 09.$4995OY Perfect oiT Club Combat Racingadd $5 00 Just Plane Funi Include $500 Shipping & handling Safety/Shaw Continued page 8 H Coleman president CUFFMAC California United Free Eight Model Airplane Clubs Inc An excerpt Rogers letter points out following Both gentlemen have merely built own version type starter boxes used Free Eight folks mass since development model engines turn props excess 20000 rpm have numerous articles published over last fifteen years descnbing type starter box What has amazed some folks consider us use devices bunch wusses However believe beats heck out being stupid God forbid masmed models Hot heels Rogers letter another free fighter Jim Coffin CAAMA newsletter editor also clued fact devices version another have around long time Jim writes following Maybe Im missing something appears very old idea Free Eight world have used well over 15 years fact case normally mount starter support about waist high can stand up start engines further reduces hazards spinning props since dont have move sitting squatting position launching walking release point Jim also included photos construction drawings waist-high unit apparently presented NFFS Digest SAM Speaks about eight ten years ago plans very clear well-written include detailed bill materials contemplating building such device dont enjoy having recreate wheel letter SASE need forward copy Forgot Wing Screws Hot off press Southern Pattern Flyers Association comes excellent newsletter entitled Loop TLoop edited Bob Erhardt Within its well-organized columns short story know us can relate Although know its rotten use column since applies fellow Pattern flier just cant seem help myself spent weekend practicing David Shulmanhes younger brother Jason Shulman funny thing happened flying David said Bob model acting really funny think wing fluttering OK lands model cheeks over takes off again Next flight same thing David lands model much surprise David forgot wing screws promised wouldnt say anythingshhh wont tell either will Flight-Box Maintenance As noted Christmas edition Chicagoland Radio Control Modelers Inc Newsletter LeRoy Cordes editor quick maintenance check trusty old flight box probably order now flying season has slowed down slight crawl So youre jump ahead other guy spring ready go first good days arrive general cleanup throw out broken props fried plugs 1990 rubber bands wiping off ancient layers grass oil dirt dont forget carefully check wires supplying power 54 Model Aviation E-OP-TH EART TECHNOLOGY ATA PRiCEYOU CAN APPRECLATE Genesis state-of-the-art all-composite molded vacuum bagged model designed thermal duration competition Synergy F3B models highly competitive everything thermal duration slope racing Limited time pricing Genesis $449 Synergy Ill $599 Synergy 91 $549 SB/XC $749 Available exclusively Slegers International 201 366-0880 RnR Products 1120 Wrigley Way Milpitas CA 95035 946-4751 reliable electrical components youve years Are frayed broken cracked Keep mind fuel electricity field box OK together long nothing gets opportunity turn field box boom box think Im kidding following 1985 editorial written Al Brose Windy City Newsletter provides vivid example volatile gallon fuel can become given half chance Once upon time very experienced flier out flying following events transpired electricity power panel going fuel pump shorted out being nice sunny day flier didnt see flame top fuel can Remember alcohol burns nearly invisible flame fire ignited gallon fuel can sent almost 200 feet air Luckily flier wasnt bending over flight box let go flier experienced some burning fuel legs another flier helped extinguish Thanks again other flier help remember flying yourself can harmful health instance such second person all-tooimportant can learn checking flight boxes periodically frayed wires replace necessary Electric Fliers Safety Checklist popularity Electric models seemingly soaring clouds days its important ever aware pitfalls can bite fliers enjoy electrifying niche As modeler Ron Fikes Palo Alto recently wrote sticking following suggestions may help avoid mishap Safety switch always install extra switch wiring between motor rest circuit anything goes wrong speed control stray radio signals interfere servo controls motor wont come until want Fuse always install fuse between motor rest circuit anything gets way prop body fuse blows rest model doesnt catch fire give rest leg shave Propeller/shaft adapter Most electric motors have adapter prop held shaft set screw once tighten local flier last weekend advancing throttle takeoff lost whole works prop hub set screw occurred out takeoff strip no hurt Motor battery connector changes removing existing power plugs battery power packs install Sermos plugs remember battery packs potent Cut off plug wire time Put new plug cut off other wire replace cut off same time cut stripped ends can short fire bad burn shop nono Rons last suggestion sounds like what needed hear prior attempting use homemade worm-shocker kid cut cord off moms old iron attached wires ends about 50 feet copper wire secured other ends wire old kitchen knife prior sticking ground Since Mom Dad gone opened up patio doors plugged whole works socket across dining room floor Wow what fireworks floor Similar what occurs short powerful Ni-Cd battery Electric model PILOTS FLY THE WORLD OVER I/B JET Top GUN 29951/9WWII JAPANESE 1595 AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL HOBBY DEALER OR DIRECT P&H $350 PER PILOT F RES ADD SALES TAX SEND BASE FOR COLOR BROCHURE Illenterprises g box 5631 fresno ca 93755 tel 209 224-4170 fax 209 2247289 April 1994 55 USAAFSTATE-OF-THE-ART PILOTSLUFPATAFFE WWI AVIATOR 92455 1/5 WWII USAAF $2995 1/4 W WI NAVY 2495 WWII LUFTWAFFE 2995 CIV/SPORT 2495 3 LUE FLAME LASTER 25 Ducted-Fan powered 30 watt motor 2 ozthrust InjectIon molded aaaembled tested Blue Flame Blaster sV4~1995 FOF \sj/ srDIOG Complete tree-flIght ayatem pack #2 IncludIng 4x2lOmAh NICd batterlca Please add $250 pOe r4hng year total
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
Page Numbers: 6, 8, 54, 55
U Gary Shaw @xiIiIr FAIL-SAFE AUTOPILOT attending Pattern meet recently south-central Florida fellow judge treated eye-popping experience last Advanced fliers judging suddenly turned us during level flight revealed disappointed performance shut off transmitter collapsed antenna walked away sat watching helplessly beautiful meridian continued its flight p across view what obviously bad orientation impending disaster guy nuts Suddenly aircraft reoriented itself continued flying what considered very good roundwith no pilot Turning around face pits explanation treated very hearty Ha Ha everyone attendance 40 people turns out real pilot along Jason Shulman accomplished Pattern flier strategically located behind us having some fun expense Actually pretty funny once heart slowed down embarrassment subsided after several pats back Youll understand still skeptical just few days ago ran Jason local club asked him what brought along fly indicated 60-size Super Chipmunk airborne seemed doing just 6 Model Aviation ypoxy Epoxy Provides Superior Bonding Power strongest argument putting model together Hobbypoxy its record performance Hobbypoxy two-part epoxies fast acting rapid curing superstrong flexible hold time come four formulas meet need Formula 1 15-minute working time one-hour cure ideal general construction Formula 2 slow-setting epoxy 45-minute working time three-hour cure Formula 3 has gel-like texture keep put Formula 4 five-minute epoxy quick construction field repairs Formulas 2 4 come convenient four-ounce bottles Use Hobbypoxy Epoxies filling nicks cracks joints Finish job right Hobbypoxy Smooth n Easy low-viscosity epoxy finishing resin spreads thin cures clear sands smooth easy time fine Since transmitter holding off hanging carry handle hands very apparent someone else flying model Lets see four aircraft flying three other pilots line again benefactor practical joke As eyes scanned field person sure hidden transmitter Jason informed model outfitted on-board autopilot flying itself Now trying kid flying itself was. shorten story suspense finally introduced gentleman visiting Israel represents company involved development electronics radio-controlled drones confirmed installed autopilot Jasons model proceeded demonstrate its capabilities impressed Rather spill beans months column let just say unit way can put through paces own models report about near future Postal Service works really fast maybe can get report done time next months column Until dont trust anyone claims model can fly itself Field-Box Starters Several letters arrived record time response column January 1994 MA readers took issue using word invention describe field box starters developed Bob Taylor Jim Steffens Both gentlemen shown photos forwarded using devices start models Although intended slight against already put similar devices use word invention defined 1966 edition Websters can infer following meanings producing something new creative imagination latter intent Now whos going tell definition has changed newer edition Websters First set record straight Roger Continued page 54 8 Model Aviation copy POXY POINTERS helpful guide using fine Hobbypoxy products call 1-201-625-3100 See us WRAMS REALISTIC MOTION RETRACT CONTROL VALVES See us Show Lower level All valves feature exhaust speed control Toledo Show have expanded range retract control valves cover needsThese valves work standard servos door sequancing done inside valve speed control throw away troublesome restrictors NEW ATTENTION SPRING AIR OWNERS can now have independant speed control up down speeds new UP5valve$289 5 NEW NEW Secondary door control valve UP4 used conjunction UP2 valve will provide control tail-wheel doors MUSTANGS secondary doors need stay open g ear down though main doors closedsuch B25 $74495 NEW 7/16 dia DOOR CYLINDERS un stroke 13 lb thrust metal body $2185 NEW Door cylinder 5/16 dia 1 inch stroke 8 lb thrust metal body $1900 UP1 Independent speed control & switching struts $2895 UP2Strut & door control Mustangs Door opens strut lowers door closes Door opens strut raises door closes $7465100 INCH MUSTANG RETRACTS 50 LB RATING UP3 Strut & door control valve P47 Door opens-strut lowers-Totally enclosed mechanism-all metal-i inch air cylinder-85 degre door stays open Strut raises-door closes$7465retraction Fits between ribs$579OO including UP2 valve ULTRA PRECISION Technical Services Ltd 1244 Honeysuckle Crescent Oakvi lIe OntarioL6H 2S8 Canada Phone 905 842 1703 Dealer inquiries welcomeAll prices US fundsShipping valves & cylinders $450 DODDGER DODDGER takes 1st Place 1990 1991 & 1993 AMA Nationals! 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