Size range possibilities scale models clearly demonstrated photo John Oldenkamp Jumbo Scale rubber-powered Gen eral Aristocrat dwarfs tiny Peanut Eastbourne monoplane Yet both products extensive research big rubber jobs fly beautifully MOST BUILDERS start kit maga/ine project initial introduc tion scale modeling doubt simplest approach really experience satisfaction inherent scale person must become involved research may take form finding some particular paint scheme decorating existing kit design seek ing out additional details frost cake may have mind pet air craft just available kit form Whatever reason whether undertaking simplest Peanut Scale type model complex form RC machine will pay devote some time research Apart personal fulfillment gets finding information himself having model different crowd can tangible benefits competition example AMA rules apply Free Flight Control Line RC devote section proof-of scale requirements pos sible enter such event minimum documentation may risk throwing away considerable number potential scale points up 50 possible mention points lost built-in model inaccuracies have no interest contests may rewarding enough know through research ef forts model has refined beyond ordinary passable stage Objectives Before beginning research project may well determine ultimate goals Are trying make reasonably accurate reproduction general type aircraft out simulate exactly possible particular real machine distinction important yet seldom discussed might satis fied simply produce Lockheed P-38 worthy enough oblective itself per haps sights set higher wish model specific P-38 such all-red Yippee doing course Concluding two-part series author discusses better models through research Bill Hannan have placed head proverbial chopping block because everyone knows such machine errors incorporated miniature almost certain detected know ledgeable enthusiast scale judge Similarly rounding up construc tion information must eventually de cide whether goal will just follow given set drawings faithfully whether begin search truth attempt find out what prototype air craft really like Two very different objectives Questions involving personal philosophy sure still important considerations instances build er may feel extensive amount research effort justified especially Stand-off semi-Scale project contem plated contrast prepared undertake serious project might require expenditures large amounts time money should make certain armed best possible formation upon base efforts Among motives building scale model might included following Personel satisfaction 2 Entertainment 3 Nostalgia 4 Contest potential 5 Recreation history 6 Financial remuneration Obviously could certain areas overlap categories least considering may help realistically determine amount effort justified proposed model primarily intended just fun satisfactory results might obtained bare mini mum research charming exam ples have constructed starting nothing 3-view drawing Drawings mere mention word drawing open real Pandoras box probably sensitive area discussion among scale model builders simple 3-view what British cousins describe ~ra arrange ment drawing term well chosen 48 Model Aviation n example rype pnorograpn avaiiable government agencies Grumman F6F Hellcat Pic Navy Dept National Archives since such drawings often present just limited amount information no As such might suitable hasic rubber-driven free flight mini mum RC Stand-off Scale model too pick Ab hat super detailed scale drawings Surely much better source information sumption must give qualified may detailed dra\ings still somcones representation aircrafts configuration Regardless complexity given drawing should regarded extreme caution danger confuse quantity information quality information After such drawings product divine revelation rather product human effort great deal perhaps still quite subject human error might say details included chances exist accuracies creep assuming accuracy drawing reproduction proces ses can almost depended upon intro duce certain distortions owing such variables shrinkage stretching paper film lens abberations effects chemicals climate improper exposure such-like Although may seem cruel safest approach evaluating line draw ings consider suspect until proven correct Color drawings paintings reveal yet another important facet aircrafts character Unfortunately result some artists impression subject subject trans lation between originator final printed reproduction owing nature color process involved Examination example magazine covers several thousand issues apart print run will reveal astonishing differences color ren dition Thus color drawings must also taken grain-of-salt likely shaker full Drawings should regarded useful tools final word best assume least minor errors exist fact minor consider yourself lucky possible try obtain two three dif ferent drawings proposed subject seemingly bad drawings can some times offer clues character aircraft ifonly point out doesnt look quite right course case some obscure birds finding draw ing can something challenge foregoing sounds it blanket condemnation aircraft drawings Rather intention merely warn scale builders guard against possible sources misinformation perfect scale drawing has yet pro duced neither has perfect scale model As develop own working drawings will gain fresh respect difficulties involved cynicism toward scale draftsmen may mellow somewhat Dimensions Specifications conducting research keep alert written descriptive information relat ing subject Often useful data can found will enable cross-check ing drawings Dimensions such wing span chord usually given along overall length etc Also apparent discrepancies drawings can sometimes resolved careful reading de scriptive material may explain craft has subject modification different variations Color schemes less frequently presented surface now Also interior features such instrumentation may described though useful drawings photos may better nothing March1976 49 takes kindsand theres no end variety built tiny 3/8-1 span Ford Flivver author display model constructed primarily bass wood Walnut Scale rubber-powered flying model Farman Mosquito Model its photograph work Bob Clemens Rochester NY Scale note caution however printed word also open question As case drawings should consider possibility typographical errors just plain mistakes Well-known historian Pete Bowers did article Fokker Tri plane Cross & Cockade society during 1964 pointed out surprising amount discrepancies pub lished dimensions varied source source much foot case horizontal tail span Lie ex plained such errors can attributed hurriedly-made measurements field poor arithmetic conversion metric measurements English units Photographs Perhaps sought after aircraft references good photos big advantage can pre sent adequately drawings subtle nuances form particularly case compound curves Yet slight changes camera angle lighting may create totally different impressions Thus greater number photos available nearly true shapes details can de termined best possible photographs firstgeneration prints large negatives Copies copies lose sharpness result ing loss detail Similarly prints enlarged excessively small negatives cannot expected sharp produced larger format camera Magazine newspaper photographs suffer yet another form degrada tion virtue being halftones na ture reproduction process involves breaking photos small dots screen ing considerable loss detail Yet photos better no photos must best can what available worst possible photograph re touched should avoided like plague Such atrocities have performed variety reasons includ ing sharpening reproduction trying improve basically poor quality photo sales purposes reworking photos reflect changes actually made real aircraft outright propaganda latter mo tive often occurs during wartime markings commonly being altered oblit erated Thus dedicated researcher must alert such possibilities too hasty accepting photographic evidence gospel Some changes crudely done easily detectable unfortunately some retouched photos have skillfully altered resist detec tion Photographs should also evaluated terms possible distortion brought about foreshortening effects lens aberrations etc. might present false impression aircrafts shape inclined suspect some poorer 3-view drawings have based upon such photographs obtaining number different photos taken different points view possibilities being misled may minimized possible try obtain glossy original prints may examined magnifying glass jewelers loupe can reveal wealth detail readily visible naked eye Obtaining such prints need always difficult case existing aircraft may able take own per haps arrange someone else case photos seen books maga zines sometimes possible write author publisher original prints Frequently books will contain list photos sources will enable write directly prints Typically will require some time best allow month two cash outlay involved will generally quite minimal First-Hand Examination far best way gain thorough understanding aircrafts configuration see person case some types may entail trip near-by airport aviation museum such cases means obtain permission air craft owner museum curator before ginning research Such people under standably cautious about letting just close machines other hand take trouble write call advance explain purpose quite likely receive helpful co operation Taking along example 50 Model Aviation Electric-powered free flight Dufaux fighter Joe Tschirgi example rare type located through extensive research Propeller model located amidships just behind wings Rubber scale suggests delicate fragility OK built light Photo Joel Rieman Both extraordinary rubber-powered scale models work Doug McHard Liverpool England Above Hawker Hurricane 1/2 so note beautiful airbrushed finish Right Supermarine Spitfire although small 118 wing span rubber model has unusual realism Rubber scale widely built days internationally Both photos also Doug McHard work photos same can serve useful introduction demonstrate familiarity aircraft have found high percentage aircraft owners former model builders still retain soft spot heart hobby Obviously suitable subjects scale modeling no longer exist making personal examination impossible such cases examination existing aircraft same manufacturer least same general type vintage can give general feel character subject Thus specialty say World War aircraft should take ad vantage opportunity examining WW type may able locate other cases subject craft still exist perhaps located some consider able distance possibly other side world What Well might figure out Aay going realistically certainly economically bring mountain Mohammed Remote control re search practical hut can fascinating. almost hobby within hobby far best method contact fellow enthusiast preferably model builder lives near location subject aircraft Such person will have pretty fair idea what need based upon own experience repay such service Well hopefully may able reciprocate doing some research him neck-of-the-woods seems odd quirk human nature will likely have interest some thing far way location Another advantage arrangement dont receive everything need first try can always write back specific requests contrast traveled place yourself got some info needed would Next order desirable possibilities would contact owner sub ject aircraft letter case museum example write curator may less effective working through fellow enthusiast simple reason aircraft owners museum curators frequently busy own prob ems should expect instant ser vice free hand-outs people have affected current economic woes too Always include return postage sending inquiries ask about re production fees cases will rather modest prepared expend few dollars necessary Actually such service always bargain considered terms value received figuring potential investment construction materials engines possibly RC gear amount required research support material kegins look very minimal writing information rea sonable Chances others also ask ing help author recently shown inquiry received Bruce Rey nolds San iego Aerospace Muse um asked description photo item collection would handle such request receiving end David Ogilvx General Manager famous Shuttleworth Collection Eng land told us youngster refused visit display because felt wingrib tapes restored aircraft wrong color Unfortunately too enthusiasts act thoughtlessly regard access aircraft right rather privilege other hand modicum patience tact em ployed cooperation will generally happy result During recent tour Museum Transport Glasgow Scot land furnished ladder attendant Bob Gillies Assistant Keep er Alistair Smith aid efforts photographing rare Kay Gyroplane Youve come such long way wouldnt miss what wanted explained Mr Smith Library Research remaining important avenue scale research involves delving books magazines Some model builders seem regard ap proach bore contend practice can become interesting actual construction phase modeling particular satisfaction aero nautical archaeology acking down rare bit information some obscure subject fact biggest potential snag have encountered book researching involves stumbling across some drawing photo aircraft fairly cries out modeled makes forget original purpose investigation solution prob lem take advantage discovery copying least making notation can relo cated some future date Sometimes discovered information fragmentary antalizing teaser sufficient permit model con structed too enticing forget answer sort dilemma keep several subjects under research times Eventually missing link may drop research net Perhaps hint fellow enthusiasts about subjects have under consideration will produce windfall barcontinued page 83 March 1976 51 what have Handley-Page W8-F trimotor transport Dave Scott Bridgeport Ct actually powered single rubber-driven prop shown scale propeller place judging model spans approximately 30 inches vest material especially interests similar own Locally Flightmasters all-scale club sponsor vari ous differing types scale contests includ ing rise-off-water events Indoor Scale Peanut Scale Jumbo Scale Rubber Scale Speed well traditional cate gories keeping file widely varied subjects under active research chances will prove appropriate least event big trick course dis cover subject will qualify several events Proof-of-Scale Returning AMA competition rules mentioned begin ning article well consider putting together required scale judging information advance constructing model Altogether too builders neglect proof-of-scale presentation until last minute organizing prior starting model will effect give preview what judges will see first browsing through odd mo ments may better able discern real essence subject tally boiling down important features. character craft After model has completed may decide rearrange revise scale presentation vital part will have accomplished being under contest deadline pressures Another aspect proof-of-scale pres entation frequently mentioned involves gamesmanship referred earlier varying complexity scale drawings cases several drawings have located make selection carefully contemplate building fairly basic Peanut Walnut Scale model may giving yourself needless handicap presenting super-detailed scale draw ing judges Perhaps plain generalarrangement drawing would have psy chological advantage since comparison model would appear much com plex detailed Similarly through lack time choice have omit ted few details present judges photos accent areas Rather select photos flatter areas have devoted special efforts finishing Make Own Scale Drawings Final ly wewouldliketo discuss logical yet seldom pursued solution inac curate non-existent scale drawing di lemma refer item b section 40 Unified Scale Judging RC CL Out door FE official AMA model air craft regulations paragraph provision clearly set forth possi 9 bility producing ones own proof-ofscale drawings date surprisingly few modelers seem have taken advantage clause Briefly scale drawings model builder supported photos torical background data may sub mitted AMA Technical Director Frank Ebling scale contest board member aircraft manufacturer other competent authority approval good opportunity introduce some fresh subjects scale competi tion same provision also allows scope making corrections some ex isting 3-view drawings sadly need revision Nationals winner Tom Stark few has followed procedure benefit us Rather gripe about obvious discrepancies published scale drawings produce own have approved Additionally may find finished drawing suitable publication can offer two-fold bonus First results March1976 83 Scale/Hannan continued vaqe 51 DAV ESC lIAR LTON 15 RAPIER IESEL $2995 PP R/C $3545 PP HIDEAWAYOELAvAN ILL 309244738961734 * COMPETITION PROVEN * THIN RIGID BLADES OF HARD MAPLE WOOD * SUPERBLY FINISHED COMPLETELY FUEL PROOF SPECIAL PRO SERIES 2 FOR RC-FREE FLIGHT CONTROL LINE DIAPITCH 5%3 63 73%3%4 83%456 94677% 10466W 78W 106EW 1145W677 7% 7% 8 ii 6EW 11%67 126 125W 1356 1456 155 164% W WIDE BLADE EW EXTRA WIDE ALL NEW SERIES 400 B FOR SPEED & RACING NEW ADVANCED DESIGN TERRIFIC INCREASE IN THRUST & SPEED LEADING SPEED RECORD HOLDER 72 73 74 hAPITCH 4%6%7 4%5 5 678 8 7566N7% 10% 11 8899N 8%77%7% 977%7 12 13 N NARROW dedicated efforts can shared other modelers second financial remunera tion can applied toward funding future projects Remember however drawings published may receiving end criticism producing imperfect results Summary In researching material scale model use try keep following points mind 1 Regard drawings caution regardless source own obtain possible compari son purposes before starting model con struction 2 Collect photos sub ject feasible Allow possible distor tions odd lighting particularly retouching 3 View subject person possible Alternatively try obtain coopera tion enthusiast may able examine aircraft first-hand 4 Enlist aid subject owners museum curators items 3 4 out question 5 Always include return postage inquire about reproduction fees seek ing information mail 6 Expect produce own drawings least make additions and/or cor rections existing plans 7 If competition objec tives think terms proof-of-scale documentation presentation out set research project 8 Share results efforts enthusiasm fellow scale modelers constitute special minority group common bond international scope deserves preservation careful nurturing 9 Check check check again may never reach zero defect stage can have fun trying author indebted individ uals helped show way over years thank few risk overlooking special recognition due J D Gillies Ced Galloway Ken Sykora Bill Warner Bill Krecek Granger Wil liams John Underwood Russ Barrera plus Flightmasters Useful Publications Scale Model Researchers list potential helpful book titles could fill book themselves serious scale modeler should culti vate library devoted specialties have selected few may help out preliminary spadework re search Although some may out print should accessible large libraries aviation museums Flying Scale Models R 6 Moulton published Model Allied Publi cations Ltd England Probably single comprehensive book available subject Veteran Vintage Aircraft Compiled Leslie Hunt published Gainstone Press Limited England 1974 worlds preserved aircraft what look like owns Museum Display Aircraft World Compiled Stephen Munth pub lished American Aviation Histor ical Society circa 1968 Museum aircraft locations Vintage Veteran Aircraft Guide Compiled John Underwood published Heritage Press 1968 Photos facts specification tables Aircraft World William Green Gerald Pollinger published Double day Company Inc 1965 other edi tions also published Photos speci fications silhouette drawings Janes Worlds Aircraft series books published England covering period 1909 through present Photos specifications some 3-view drawings Aircraft Year Book Compiled Aeronautical Chamber Commerce America Inc various publishers series books covering American aircraft engines published years Photos specifications 3-view draw ings 84 Model Aviation Kraftsmanship kit processed AAMCO GOLD BALSAThis Trainer will blow apart hits ground GREATEST B/C BASIC TRAINER Design & Kit ALL TIME Ask over 25000 satisfied builders H-RAY dealers sold themSHALL WE SAY MORE Andrews Aircraft Model co inc US Rte 1& North St Topsfieid Mass 01983 887-8541 Scale continued HIGH PERFORMANCE Price $3495 kit per dollar bar em ASK YOUR DEALER
Edition: Model Aviation - 1976/03
Page Numbers: 48, 49, 50, 51, 83, 84
Size range possibilities scale models clearly demonstrated photo John Oldenkamp Jumbo Scale rubber-powered Gen eral Aristocrat dwarfs tiny Peanut Eastbourne monoplane Yet both products extensive research big rubber jobs fly beautifully MOST BUILDERS start kit maga/ine project initial introduc tion scale modeling doubt simplest approach really experience satisfaction inherent scale person must become involved research may take form finding some particular paint scheme decorating existing kit design seek ing out additional details frost cake may have mind pet air craft just available kit form Whatever reason whether undertaking simplest Peanut Scale type model complex form RC machine will pay devote some time research Apart personal fulfillment gets finding information himself having model different crowd can tangible benefits competition example AMA rules apply Free Flight Control Line RC devote section proof-of scale requirements pos sible enter such event minimum documentation may risk throwing away considerable number potential scale points up 50 possible mention points lost built-in model inaccuracies have no interest contests may rewarding enough know through research ef forts model has refined beyond ordinary passable stage Objectives Before beginning research project may well determine ultimate goals Are trying make reasonably accurate reproduction general type aircraft out simulate exactly possible particular real machine distinction important yet seldom discussed might satis fied simply produce Lockheed P-38 worthy enough oblective itself per haps sights set higher wish model specific P-38 such all-red Yippee doing course Concluding two-part series author discusses better models through research Bill Hannan have placed head proverbial chopping block because everyone knows such machine errors incorporated miniature almost certain detected know ledgeable enthusiast scale judge Similarly rounding up construc tion information must eventually de cide whether goal will just follow given set drawings faithfully whether begin search truth attempt find out what prototype air craft really like Two very different objectives Questions involving personal philosophy sure still important considerations instances build er may feel extensive amount research effort justified especially Stand-off semi-Scale project contem plated contrast prepared undertake serious project might require expenditures large amounts time money should make certain armed best possible formation upon base efforts Among motives building scale model might included following Personel satisfaction 2 Entertainment 3 Nostalgia 4 Contest potential 5 Recreation history 6 Financial remuneration Obviously could certain areas overlap categories least considering may help realistically determine amount effort justified proposed model primarily intended just fun satisfactory results might obtained bare mini mum research charming exam ples have constructed starting nothing 3-view drawing Drawings mere mention word drawing open real Pandoras box probably sensitive area discussion among scale model builders simple 3-view what British cousins describe ~ra arrange ment drawing term well chosen 48 Model Aviation n example rype pnorograpn avaiiable government agencies Grumman F6F Hellcat Pic Navy Dept National Archives since such drawings often present just limited amount information no As such might suitable hasic rubber-driven free flight mini mum RC Stand-off Scale model too pick Ab hat super detailed scale drawings Surely much better source information sumption must give qualified may detailed dra\ings still somcones representation aircrafts configuration Regardless complexity given drawing should regarded extreme caution danger confuse quantity information quality information After such drawings product divine revelation rather product human effort great deal perhaps still quite subject human error might say details included chances exist accuracies creep assuming accuracy drawing reproduction proces ses can almost depended upon intro duce certain distortions owing such variables shrinkage stretching paper film lens abberations effects chemicals climate improper exposure such-like Although may seem cruel safest approach evaluating line draw ings consider suspect until proven correct Color drawings paintings reveal yet another important facet aircrafts character Unfortunately result some artists impression subject subject trans lation between originator final printed reproduction owing nature color process involved Examination example magazine covers several thousand issues apart print run will reveal astonishing differences color ren dition Thus color drawings must also taken grain-of-salt likely shaker full Drawings should regarded useful tools final word best assume least minor errors exist fact minor consider yourself lucky possible try obtain two three dif ferent drawings proposed subject seemingly bad drawings can some times offer clues character aircraft ifonly point out doesnt look quite right course case some obscure birds finding draw ing can something challenge foregoing sounds it blanket condemnation aircraft drawings Rather intention merely warn scale builders guard against possible sources misinformation perfect scale drawing has yet pro duced neither has perfect scale model As develop own working drawings will gain fresh respect difficulties involved cynicism toward scale draftsmen may mellow somewhat Dimensions Specifications conducting research keep alert written descriptive information relat ing subject Often useful data can found will enable cross-check ing drawings Dimensions such wing span chord usually given along overall length etc Also apparent discrepancies drawings can sometimes resolved careful reading de scriptive material may explain craft has subject modification different variations Color schemes less frequently presented surface now Also interior features such instrumentation may described though useful drawings photos may better nothing March1976 49 takes kindsand theres no end variety built tiny 3/8-1 span Ford Flivver author display model constructed primarily bass wood Walnut Scale rubber-powered flying model Farman Mosquito Model its photograph work Bob Clemens Rochester NY Scale note caution however printed word also open question As case drawings should consider possibility typographical errors just plain mistakes Well-known historian Pete Bowers did article Fokker Tri plane Cross & Cockade society during 1964 pointed out surprising amount discrepancies pub lished dimensions varied source source much foot case horizontal tail span Lie ex plained such errors can attributed hurriedly-made measurements field poor arithmetic conversion metric measurements English units Photographs Perhaps sought after aircraft references good photos big advantage can pre sent adequately drawings subtle nuances form particularly case compound curves Yet slight changes camera angle lighting may create totally different impressions Thus greater number photos available nearly true shapes details can de termined best possible photographs firstgeneration prints large negatives Copies copies lose sharpness result ing loss detail Similarly prints enlarged excessively small negatives cannot expected sharp produced larger format camera Magazine newspaper photographs suffer yet another form degrada tion virtue being halftones na ture reproduction process involves breaking photos small dots screen ing considerable loss detail Yet photos better no photos must best can what available worst possible photograph re touched should avoided like plague Such atrocities have performed variety reasons includ ing sharpening reproduction trying improve basically poor quality photo sales purposes reworking photos reflect changes actually made real aircraft outright propaganda latter mo tive often occurs during wartime markings commonly being altered oblit erated Thus dedicated researcher must alert such possibilities too hasty accepting photographic evidence gospel Some changes crudely done easily detectable unfortunately some retouched photos have skillfully altered resist detec tion Photographs should also evaluated terms possible distortion brought about foreshortening effects lens aberrations etc. might present false impression aircrafts shape inclined suspect some poorer 3-view drawings have based upon such photographs obtaining number different photos taken different points view possibilities being misled may minimized possible try obtain glossy original prints may examined magnifying glass jewelers loupe can reveal wealth detail readily visible naked eye Obtaining such prints need always difficult case existing aircraft may able take own per haps arrange someone else case photos seen books maga zines sometimes possible write author publisher original prints Frequently books will contain list photos sources will enable write directly prints Typically will require some time best allow month two cash outlay involved will generally quite minimal First-Hand Examination far best way gain thorough understanding aircrafts configuration see person case some types may entail trip near-by airport aviation museum such cases means obtain permission air craft owner museum curator before ginning research Such people under standably cautious about letting just close machines other hand take trouble write call advance explain purpose quite likely receive helpful co operation Taking along example 50 Model Aviation Electric-powered free flight Dufaux fighter Joe Tschirgi example rare type located through extensive research Propeller model located amidships just behind wings Rubber scale suggests delicate fragility OK built light Photo Joel Rieman Both extraordinary rubber-powered scale models work Doug McHard Liverpool England Above Hawker Hurricane 1/2 so note beautiful airbrushed finish Right Supermarine Spitfire although small 118 wing span rubber model has unusual realism Rubber scale widely built days internationally Both photos also Doug McHard work photos same can serve useful introduction demonstrate familiarity aircraft have found high percentage aircraft owners former model builders still retain soft spot heart hobby Obviously suitable subjects scale modeling no longer exist making personal examination impossible such cases examination existing aircraft same manufacturer least same general type vintage can give general feel character subject Thus specialty say World War aircraft should take ad vantage opportunity examining WW type may able locate other cases subject craft still exist perhaps located some consider able distance possibly other side world What Well might figure out Aay going realistically certainly economically bring mountain Mohammed Remote control re search practical hut can fascinating. almost hobby within hobby far best method contact fellow enthusiast preferably model builder lives near location subject aircraft Such person will have pretty fair idea what need based upon own experience repay such service Well hopefully may able reciprocate doing some research him neck-of-the-woods seems odd quirk human nature will likely have interest some thing far way location Another advantage arrangement dont receive everything need first try can always write back specific requests contrast traveled place yourself got some info needed would Next order desirable possibilities would contact owner sub ject aircraft letter case museum example write curator may less effective working through fellow enthusiast simple reason aircraft owners museum curators frequently busy own prob ems should expect instant ser vice free hand-outs people have affected current economic woes too Always include return postage sending inquiries ask about re production fees cases will rather modest prepared expend few dollars necessary Actually such service always bargain considered terms value received figuring potential investment construction materials engines possibly RC gear amount required research support material kegins look very minimal writing information rea sonable Chances others also ask ing help author recently shown inquiry received Bruce Rey nolds San iego Aerospace Muse um asked description photo item collection would handle such request receiving end David Ogilvx General Manager famous Shuttleworth Collection Eng land told us youngster refused visit display because felt wingrib tapes restored aircraft wrong color Unfortunately too enthusiasts act thoughtlessly regard access aircraft right rather privilege other hand modicum patience tact em ployed cooperation will generally happy result During recent tour Museum Transport Glasgow Scot land furnished ladder attendant Bob Gillies Assistant Keep er Alistair Smith aid efforts photographing rare Kay Gyroplane Youve come such long way wouldnt miss what wanted explained Mr Smith Library Research remaining important avenue scale research involves delving books magazines Some model builders seem regard ap proach bore contend practice can become interesting actual construction phase modeling particular satisfaction aero nautical archaeology acking down rare bit information some obscure subject fact biggest potential snag have encountered book researching involves stumbling across some drawing photo aircraft fairly cries out modeled makes forget original purpose investigation solution prob lem take advantage discovery copying least making notation can relo cated some future date Sometimes discovered information fragmentary antalizing teaser sufficient permit model con structed too enticing forget answer sort dilemma keep several subjects under research times Eventually missing link may drop research net Perhaps hint fellow enthusiasts about subjects have under consideration will produce windfall barcontinued page 83 March 1976 51 what have Handley-Page W8-F trimotor transport Dave Scott Bridgeport Ct actually powered single rubber-driven prop shown scale propeller place judging model spans approximately 30 inches vest material especially interests similar own Locally Flightmasters all-scale club sponsor vari ous differing types scale contests includ ing rise-off-water events Indoor Scale Peanut Scale Jumbo Scale Rubber Scale Speed well traditional cate gories keeping file widely varied subjects under active research chances will prove appropriate least event big trick course dis cover subject will qualify several events Proof-of-Scale Returning AMA competition rules mentioned begin ning article well consider putting together required scale judging information advance constructing model Altogether too builders neglect proof-of-scale presentation until last minute organizing prior starting model will effect give preview what judges will see first browsing through odd mo ments may better able discern real essence subject tally boiling down important features. character craft After model has completed may decide rearrange revise scale presentation vital part will have accomplished being under contest deadline pressures Another aspect proof-of-scale pres entation frequently mentioned involves gamesmanship referred earlier varying complexity scale drawings cases several drawings have located make selection carefully contemplate building fairly basic Peanut Walnut Scale model may giving yourself needless handicap presenting super-detailed scale draw ing judges Perhaps plain generalarrangement drawing would have psy chological advantage since comparison model would appear much com plex detailed Similarly through lack time choice have omit ted few details present judges photos accent areas Rather select photos flatter areas have devoted special efforts finishing Make Own Scale Drawings Final ly wewouldliketo discuss logical yet seldom pursued solution inac curate non-existent scale drawing di lemma refer item b section 40 Unified Scale Judging RC CL Out door FE official AMA model air craft regulations paragraph provision clearly set forth possi 9 bility producing ones own proof-ofscale drawings date surprisingly few modelers seem have taken advantage clause Briefly scale drawings model builder supported photos torical background data may sub mitted AMA Technical Director Frank Ebling scale contest board member aircraft manufacturer other competent authority approval good opportunity introduce some fresh subjects scale competi tion same provision also allows scope making corrections some ex isting 3-view drawings sadly need revision Nationals winner Tom Stark few has followed procedure benefit us Rather gripe about obvious discrepancies published scale drawings produce own have approved Additionally may find finished drawing suitable publication can offer two-fold bonus First results March1976 83 Scale/Hannan continued vaqe 51 DAV ESC lIAR LTON 15 RAPIER IESEL $2995 PP R/C $3545 PP HIDEAWAYOELAvAN ILL 309244738961734 * COMPETITION PROVEN * THIN RIGID BLADES OF HARD MAPLE WOOD * SUPERBLY FINISHED COMPLETELY FUEL PROOF SPECIAL PRO SERIES 2 FOR RC-FREE FLIGHT CONTROL LINE DIAPITCH 5%3 63 73%3%4 83%456 94677% 10466W 78W 106EW 1145W677 7% 7% 8 ii 6EW 11%67 126 125W 1356 1456 155 164% W WIDE BLADE EW EXTRA WIDE ALL NEW SERIES 400 B FOR SPEED & RACING NEW ADVANCED DESIGN TERRIFIC INCREASE IN THRUST & SPEED LEADING SPEED RECORD HOLDER 72 73 74 hAPITCH 4%6%7 4%5 5 678 8 7566N7% 10% 11 8899N 8%77%7% 977%7 12 13 N NARROW dedicated efforts can shared other modelers second financial remunera tion can applied toward funding future projects Remember however drawings published may receiving end criticism producing imperfect results Summary In researching material scale model use try keep following points mind 1 Regard drawings caution regardless source own obtain possible compari son purposes before starting model con struction 2 Collect photos sub ject feasible Allow possible distor tions odd lighting particularly retouching 3 View subject person possible Alternatively try obtain coopera tion enthusiast may able examine aircraft first-hand 4 Enlist aid subject owners museum curators items 3 4 out question 5 Always include return postage inquire about reproduction fees seek ing information mail 6 Expect produce own drawings least make additions and/or cor rections existing plans 7 If competition objec tives think terms proof-of-scale documentation presentation out set research project 8 Share results efforts enthusiasm fellow scale modelers constitute special minority group common bond international scope deserves preservation careful nurturing 9 Check check check again may never reach zero defect stage can have fun trying author indebted individ uals helped show way over years thank few risk overlooking special recognition due J D Gillies Ced Galloway Ken Sykora Bill Warner Bill Krecek Granger Wil liams John Underwood Russ Barrera plus Flightmasters Useful Publications Scale Model Researchers list potential helpful book titles could fill book themselves serious scale modeler should culti vate library devoted specialties have selected few may help out preliminary spadework re search Although some may out print should accessible large libraries aviation museums Flying Scale Models R 6 Moulton published Model Allied Publi cations Ltd England Probably single comprehensive book available subject Veteran Vintage Aircraft Compiled Leslie Hunt published Gainstone Press Limited England 1974 worlds preserved aircraft what look like owns Museum Display Aircraft World Compiled Stephen Munth pub lished American Aviation Histor ical Society circa 1968 Museum aircraft locations Vintage Veteran Aircraft Guide Compiled John Underwood published Heritage Press 1968 Photos facts specification tables Aircraft World William Green Gerald Pollinger published Double day Company Inc 1965 other edi tions also published Photos speci fications silhouette drawings Janes Worlds Aircraft series books published England covering period 1909 through present Photos specifications some 3-view drawings Aircraft Year Book Compiled Aeronautical Chamber Commerce America Inc various publishers series books covering American aircraft engines published years Photos specifications 3-view draw ings 84 Model Aviation Kraftsmanship kit processed AAMCO GOLD BALSAThis Trainer will blow apart hits ground GREATEST B/C BASIC TRAINER Design & Kit ALL TIME Ask over 25000 satisfied builders H-RAY dealers sold themSHALL WE SAY MORE Andrews Aircraft Model co inc US Rte 1& North St Topsfieid Mass 01983 887-8541 Scale continued HIGH PERFORMANCE Price $3495 kit per dollar bar em ASK YOUR DEALER
Edition: Model Aviation - 1976/03
Page Numbers: 48, 49, 50, 51, 83, 84
Size range possibilities scale models clearly demonstrated photo John Oldenkamp Jumbo Scale rubber-powered Gen eral Aristocrat dwarfs tiny Peanut Eastbourne monoplane Yet both products extensive research big rubber jobs fly beautifully MOST BUILDERS start kit maga/ine project initial introduc tion scale modeling doubt simplest approach really experience satisfaction inherent scale person must become involved research may take form finding some particular paint scheme decorating existing kit design seek ing out additional details frost cake may have mind pet air craft just available kit form Whatever reason whether undertaking simplest Peanut Scale type model complex form RC machine will pay devote some time research Apart personal fulfillment gets finding information himself having model different crowd can tangible benefits competition example AMA rules apply Free Flight Control Line RC devote section proof-of scale requirements pos sible enter such event minimum documentation may risk throwing away considerable number potential scale points up 50 possible mention points lost built-in model inaccuracies have no interest contests may rewarding enough know through research ef forts model has refined beyond ordinary passable stage Objectives Before beginning research project may well determine ultimate goals Are trying make reasonably accurate reproduction general type aircraft out simulate exactly possible particular real machine distinction important yet seldom discussed might satis fied simply produce Lockheed P-38 worthy enough oblective itself per haps sights set higher wish model specific P-38 such all-red Yippee doing course Concluding two-part series author discusses better models through research Bill Hannan have placed head proverbial chopping block because everyone knows such machine errors incorporated miniature almost certain detected know ledgeable enthusiast scale judge Similarly rounding up construc tion information must eventually de cide whether goal will just follow given set drawings faithfully whether begin search truth attempt find out what prototype air craft really like Two very different objectives Questions involving personal philosophy sure still important considerations instances build er may feel extensive amount research effort justified especially Stand-off semi-Scale project contem plated contrast prepared undertake serious project might require expenditures large amounts time money should make certain armed best possible formation upon base efforts Among motives building scale model might included following Personel satisfaction 2 Entertainment 3 Nostalgia 4 Contest potential 5 Recreation history 6 Financial remuneration Obviously could certain areas overlap categories least considering may help realistically determine amount effort justified proposed model primarily intended just fun satisfactory results might obtained bare mini mum research charming exam ples have constructed starting nothing 3-view drawing Drawings mere mention word drawing open real Pandoras box probably sensitive area discussion among scale model builders simple 3-view what British cousins describe ~ra arrange ment drawing term well chosen 48 Model Aviation n example rype pnorograpn avaiiable government agencies Grumman F6F Hellcat Pic Navy Dept National Archives since such drawings often present just limited amount information no As such might suitable hasic rubber-driven free flight mini mum RC Stand-off Scale model too pick Ab hat super detailed scale drawings Surely much better source information sumption must give qualified may detailed dra\ings still somcones representation aircrafts configuration Regardless complexity given drawing should regarded extreme caution danger confuse quantity information quality information After such drawings product divine revelation rather product human effort great deal perhaps still quite subject human error might say details included chances exist accuracies creep assuming accuracy drawing reproduction proces ses can almost depended upon intro duce certain distortions owing such variables shrinkage stretching paper film lens abberations effects chemicals climate improper exposure such-like Although may seem cruel safest approach evaluating line draw ings consider suspect until proven correct Color drawings paintings reveal yet another important facet aircrafts character Unfortunately result some artists impression subject subject trans lation between originator final printed reproduction owing nature color process involved Examination example magazine covers several thousand issues apart print run will reveal astonishing differences color ren dition Thus color drawings must also taken grain-of-salt likely shaker full Drawings should regarded useful tools final word best assume least minor errors exist fact minor consider yourself lucky possible try obtain two three dif ferent drawings proposed subject seemingly bad drawings can some times offer clues character aircraft ifonly point out doesnt look quite right course case some obscure birds finding draw ing can something challenge foregoing sounds it blanket condemnation aircraft drawings Rather intention merely warn scale builders guard against possible sources misinformation perfect scale drawing has yet pro duced neither has perfect scale model As develop own working drawings will gain fresh respect difficulties involved cynicism toward scale draftsmen may mellow somewhat Dimensions Specifications conducting research keep alert written descriptive information relat ing subject Often useful data can found will enable cross-check ing drawings Dimensions such wing span chord usually given along overall length etc Also apparent discrepancies drawings can sometimes resolved careful reading de scriptive material may explain craft has subject modification different variations Color schemes less frequently presented surface now Also interior features such instrumentation may described though useful drawings photos may better nothing March1976 49 takes kindsand theres no end variety built tiny 3/8-1 span Ford Flivver author display model constructed primarily bass wood Walnut Scale rubber-powered flying model Farman Mosquito Model its photograph work Bob Clemens Rochester NY Scale note caution however printed word also open question As case drawings should consider possibility typographical errors just plain mistakes Well-known historian Pete Bowers did article Fokker Tri plane Cross & Cockade society during 1964 pointed out surprising amount discrepancies pub lished dimensions varied source source much foot case horizontal tail span Lie ex plained such errors can attributed hurriedly-made measurements field poor arithmetic conversion metric measurements English units Photographs Perhaps sought after aircraft references good photos big advantage can pre sent adequately drawings subtle nuances form particularly case compound curves Yet slight changes camera angle lighting may create totally different impressions Thus greater number photos available nearly true shapes details can de termined best possible photographs firstgeneration prints large negatives Copies copies lose sharpness result ing loss detail Similarly prints enlarged excessively small negatives cannot expected sharp produced larger format camera Magazine newspaper photographs suffer yet another form degrada tion virtue being halftones na ture reproduction process involves breaking photos small dots screen ing considerable loss detail Yet photos better no photos must best can what available worst possible photograph re touched should avoided like plague Such atrocities have performed variety reasons includ ing sharpening reproduction trying improve basically poor quality photo sales purposes reworking photos reflect changes actually made real aircraft outright propaganda latter mo tive often occurs during wartime markings commonly being altered oblit erated Thus dedicated researcher must alert such possibilities too hasty accepting photographic evidence gospel Some changes crudely done easily detectable unfortunately some retouched photos have skillfully altered resist detec tion Photographs should also evaluated terms possible distortion brought about foreshortening effects lens aberrations etc. might present false impression aircrafts shape inclined suspect some poorer 3-view drawings have based upon such photographs obtaining number different photos taken different points view possibilities being misled may minimized possible try obtain glossy original prints may examined magnifying glass jewelers loupe can reveal wealth detail readily visible naked eye Obtaining such prints need always difficult case existing aircraft may able take own per haps arrange someone else case photos seen books maga zines sometimes possible write author publisher original prints Frequently books will contain list photos sources will enable write directly prints Typically will require some time best allow month two cash outlay involved will generally quite minimal First-Hand Examination far best way gain thorough understanding aircrafts configuration see person case some types may entail trip near-by airport aviation museum such cases means obtain permission air craft owner museum curator before ginning research Such people under standably cautious about letting just close machines other hand take trouble write call advance explain purpose quite likely receive helpful co operation Taking along example 50 Model Aviation Electric-powered free flight Dufaux fighter Joe Tschirgi example rare type located through extensive research Propeller model located amidships just behind wings Rubber scale suggests delicate fragility OK built light Photo Joel Rieman Both extraordinary rubber-powered scale models work Doug McHard Liverpool England Above Hawker Hurricane 1/2 so note beautiful airbrushed finish Right Supermarine Spitfire although small 118 wing span rubber model has unusual realism Rubber scale widely built days internationally Both photos also Doug McHard work photos same can serve useful introduction demonstrate familiarity aircraft have found high percentage aircraft owners former model builders still retain soft spot heart hobby Obviously suitable subjects scale modeling no longer exist making personal examination impossible such cases examination existing aircraft same manufacturer least same general type vintage can give general feel character subject Thus specialty say World War aircraft should take ad vantage opportunity examining WW type may able locate other cases subject craft still exist perhaps located some consider able distance possibly other side world What Well might figure out Aay going realistically certainly economically bring mountain Mohammed Remote control re search practical hut can fascinating. almost hobby within hobby far best method contact fellow enthusiast preferably model builder lives near location subject aircraft Such person will have pretty fair idea what need based upon own experience repay such service Well hopefully may able reciprocate doing some research him neck-of-the-woods seems odd quirk human nature will likely have interest some thing far way location Another advantage arrangement dont receive everything need first try can always write back specific requests contrast traveled place yourself got some info needed would Next order desirable possibilities would contact owner sub ject aircraft letter case museum example write curator may less effective working through fellow enthusiast simple reason aircraft owners museum curators frequently busy own prob ems should expect instant ser vice free hand-outs people have affected current economic woes too Always include return postage sending inquiries ask about re production fees cases will rather modest prepared expend few dollars necessary Actually such service always bargain considered terms value received figuring potential investment construction materials engines possibly RC gear amount required research support material kegins look very minimal writing information rea sonable Chances others also ask ing help author recently shown inquiry received Bruce Rey nolds San iego Aerospace Muse um asked description photo item collection would handle such request receiving end David Ogilvx General Manager famous Shuttleworth Collection Eng land told us youngster refused visit display because felt wingrib tapes restored aircraft wrong color Unfortunately too enthusiasts act thoughtlessly regard access aircraft right rather privilege other hand modicum patience tact em ployed cooperation will generally happy result During recent tour Museum Transport Glasgow Scot land furnished ladder attendant Bob Gillies Assistant Keep er Alistair Smith aid efforts photographing rare Kay Gyroplane Youve come such long way wouldnt miss what wanted explained Mr Smith Library Research remaining important avenue scale research involves delving books magazines Some model builders seem regard ap proach bore contend practice can become interesting actual construction phase modeling particular satisfaction aero nautical archaeology acking down rare bit information some obscure subject fact biggest potential snag have encountered book researching involves stumbling across some drawing photo aircraft fairly cries out modeled makes forget original purpose investigation solution prob lem take advantage discovery copying least making notation can relo cated some future date Sometimes discovered information fragmentary antalizing teaser sufficient permit model con structed too enticing forget answer sort dilemma keep several subjects under research times Eventually missing link may drop research net Perhaps hint fellow enthusiasts about subjects have under consideration will produce windfall barcontinued page 83 March 1976 51 what have Handley-Page W8-F trimotor transport Dave Scott Bridgeport Ct actually powered single rubber-driven prop shown scale propeller place judging model spans approximately 30 inches vest material especially interests similar own Locally Flightmasters all-scale club sponsor vari ous differing types scale contests includ ing rise-off-water events Indoor Scale Peanut Scale Jumbo Scale Rubber Scale Speed well traditional cate gories keeping file widely varied subjects under active research chances will prove appropriate least event big trick course dis cover subject will qualify several events Proof-of-Scale Returning AMA competition rules mentioned begin ning article well consider putting together required scale judging information advance constructing model Altogether too builders neglect proof-of-scale presentation until last minute organizing prior starting model will effect give preview what judges will see first browsing through odd mo ments may better able discern real essence subject tally boiling down important features. character craft After model has completed may decide rearrange revise scale presentation vital part will have accomplished being under contest deadline pressures Another aspect proof-of-scale pres entation frequently mentioned involves gamesmanship referred earlier varying complexity scale drawings cases several drawings have located make selection carefully contemplate building fairly basic Peanut Walnut Scale model may giving yourself needless handicap presenting super-detailed scale draw ing judges Perhaps plain generalarrangement drawing would have psy chological advantage since comparison model would appear much com plex detailed Similarly through lack time choice have omit ted few details present judges photos accent areas Rather select photos flatter areas have devoted special efforts finishing Make Own Scale Drawings Final ly wewouldliketo discuss logical yet seldom pursued solution inac curate non-existent scale drawing di lemma refer item b section 40 Unified Scale Judging RC CL Out door FE official AMA model air craft regulations paragraph provision clearly set forth possi 9 bility producing ones own proof-ofscale drawings date surprisingly few modelers seem have taken advantage clause Briefly scale drawings model builder supported photos torical background data may sub mitted AMA Technical Director Frank Ebling scale contest board member aircraft manufacturer other competent authority approval good opportunity introduce some fresh subjects scale competi tion same provision also allows scope making corrections some ex isting 3-view drawings sadly need revision Nationals winner Tom Stark few has followed procedure benefit us Rather gripe about obvious discrepancies published scale drawings produce own have approved Additionally may find finished drawing suitable publication can offer two-fold bonus First results March1976 83 Scale/Hannan continued vaqe 51 DAV ESC lIAR LTON 15 RAPIER IESEL $2995 PP R/C $3545 PP HIDEAWAYOELAvAN ILL 309244738961734 * COMPETITION PROVEN * THIN RIGID BLADES OF HARD MAPLE WOOD * SUPERBLY FINISHED COMPLETELY FUEL PROOF SPECIAL PRO SERIES 2 FOR RC-FREE FLIGHT CONTROL LINE DIAPITCH 5%3 63 73%3%4 83%456 94677% 10466W 78W 106EW 1145W677 7% 7% 8 ii 6EW 11%67 126 125W 1356 1456 155 164% W WIDE BLADE EW EXTRA WIDE ALL NEW SERIES 400 B FOR SPEED & RACING NEW ADVANCED DESIGN TERRIFIC INCREASE IN THRUST & SPEED LEADING SPEED RECORD HOLDER 72 73 74 hAPITCH 4%6%7 4%5 5 678 8 7566N7% 10% 11 8899N 8%77%7% 977%7 12 13 N NARROW dedicated efforts can shared other modelers second financial remunera tion can applied toward funding future projects Remember however drawings published may receiving end criticism producing imperfect results Summary In researching material scale model use try keep following points mind 1 Regard drawings caution regardless source own obtain possible compari son purposes before starting model con struction 2 Collect photos sub ject feasible Allow possible distor tions odd lighting particularly retouching 3 View subject person possible Alternatively try obtain coopera tion enthusiast may able examine aircraft first-hand 4 Enlist aid subject owners museum curators items 3 4 out question 5 Always include return postage inquire about reproduction fees seek ing information mail 6 Expect produce own drawings least make additions and/or cor rections existing plans 7 If competition objec tives think terms proof-of-scale documentation presentation out set research project 8 Share results efforts enthusiasm fellow scale modelers constitute special minority group common bond international scope deserves preservation careful nurturing 9 Check check check again may never reach zero defect stage can have fun trying author indebted individ uals helped show way over years thank few risk overlooking special recognition due J D Gillies Ced Galloway Ken Sykora Bill Warner Bill Krecek Granger Wil liams John Underwood Russ Barrera plus Flightmasters Useful Publications Scale Model Researchers list potential helpful book titles could fill book themselves serious scale modeler should culti vate library devoted specialties have selected few may help out preliminary spadework re search Although some may out print should accessible large libraries aviation museums Flying Scale Models R 6 Moulton published Model Allied Publi cations Ltd England Probably single comprehensive book available subject Veteran Vintage Aircraft Compiled Leslie Hunt published Gainstone Press Limited England 1974 worlds preserved aircraft what look like owns Museum Display Aircraft World Compiled Stephen Munth pub lished American Aviation Histor ical Society circa 1968 Museum aircraft locations Vintage Veteran Aircraft Guide Compiled John Underwood published Heritage Press 1968 Photos facts specification tables Aircraft World William Green Gerald Pollinger published Double day Company Inc 1965 other edi tions also published Photos speci fications silhouette drawings Janes Worlds Aircraft series books published England covering period 1909 through present Photos specifications some 3-view drawings Aircraft Year Book Compiled Aeronautical Chamber Commerce America Inc various publishers series books covering American aircraft engines published years Photos specifications 3-view draw ings 84 Model Aviation Kraftsmanship kit processed AAMCO GOLD BALSAThis Trainer will blow apart hits ground GREATEST B/C BASIC TRAINER Design & Kit ALL TIME Ask over 25000 satisfied builders H-RAY dealers sold themSHALL WE SAY MORE Andrews Aircraft Model co inc US Rte 1& North St Topsfieid Mass 01983 887-8541 Scale continued HIGH PERFORMANCE Price $3495 kit per dollar bar em ASK YOUR DEALER
Edition: Model Aviation - 1976/03
Page Numbers: 48, 49, 50, 51, 83, 84
Size range possibilities scale models clearly demonstrated photo John Oldenkamp Jumbo Scale rubber-powered Gen eral Aristocrat dwarfs tiny Peanut Eastbourne monoplane Yet both products extensive research big rubber jobs fly beautifully MOST BUILDERS start kit maga/ine project initial introduc tion scale modeling doubt simplest approach really experience satisfaction inherent scale person must become involved research may take form finding some particular paint scheme decorating existing kit design seek ing out additional details frost cake may have mind pet air craft just available kit form Whatever reason whether undertaking simplest Peanut Scale type model complex form RC machine will pay devote some time research Apart personal fulfillment gets finding information himself having model different crowd can tangible benefits competition example AMA rules apply Free Flight Control Line RC devote section proof-of scale requirements pos sible enter such event minimum documentation may risk throwing away considerable number potential scale points up 50 possible mention points lost built-in model inaccuracies have no interest contests may rewarding enough know through research ef forts model has refined beyond ordinary passable stage Objectives Before beginning research project may well determine ultimate goals Are trying make reasonably accurate reproduction general type aircraft out simulate exactly possible particular real machine distinction important yet seldom discussed might satis fied simply produce Lockheed P-38 worthy enough oblective itself per haps sights set higher wish model specific P-38 such all-red Yippee doing course Concluding two-part series author discusses better models through research Bill Hannan have placed head proverbial chopping block because everyone knows such machine errors incorporated miniature almost certain detected know ledgeable enthusiast scale judge Similarly rounding up construc tion information must eventually de cide whether goal will just follow given set drawings faithfully whether begin search truth attempt find out what prototype air craft really like Two very different objectives Questions involving personal philosophy sure still important considerations instances build er may feel extensive amount research effort justified especially Stand-off semi-Scale project contem plated contrast prepared undertake serious project might require expenditures large amounts time money should make certain armed best possible formation upon base efforts Among motives building scale model might included following Personel satisfaction 2 Entertainment 3 Nostalgia 4 Contest potential 5 Recreation history 6 Financial remuneration Obviously could certain areas overlap categories least considering may help realistically determine amount effort justified proposed model primarily intended just fun satisfactory results might obtained bare mini mum research charming exam ples have constructed starting nothing 3-view drawing Drawings mere mention word drawing open real Pandoras box probably sensitive area discussion among scale model builders simple 3-view what British cousins describe ~ra arrange ment drawing term well chosen 48 Model Aviation n example rype pnorograpn avaiiable government agencies Grumman F6F Hellcat Pic Navy Dept National Archives since such drawings often present just limited amount information no As such might suitable hasic rubber-driven free flight mini mum RC Stand-off Scale model too pick Ab hat super detailed scale drawings Surely much better source information sumption must give qualified may detailed dra\ings still somcones representation aircrafts configuration Regardless complexity given drawing should regarded extreme caution danger confuse quantity information quality information After such drawings product divine revelation rather product human effort great deal perhaps still quite subject human error might say details included chances exist accuracies creep assuming accuracy drawing reproduction proces ses can almost depended upon intro duce certain distortions owing such variables shrinkage stretching paper film lens abberations effects chemicals climate improper exposure such-like Although may seem cruel safest approach evaluating line draw ings consider suspect until proven correct Color drawings paintings reveal yet another important facet aircrafts character Unfortunately result some artists impression subject subject trans lation between originator final printed reproduction owing nature color process involved Examination example magazine covers several thousand issues apart print run will reveal astonishing differences color ren dition Thus color drawings must also taken grain-of-salt likely shaker full Drawings should regarded useful tools final word best assume least minor errors exist fact minor consider yourself lucky possible try obtain two three dif ferent drawings proposed subject seemingly bad drawings can some times offer clues character aircraft ifonly point out doesnt look quite right course case some obscure birds finding draw ing can something challenge foregoing sounds it blanket condemnation aircraft drawings Rather intention merely warn scale builders guard against possible sources misinformation perfect scale drawing has yet pro duced neither has perfect scale model As develop own working drawings will gain fresh respect difficulties involved cynicism toward scale draftsmen may mellow somewhat Dimensions Specifications conducting research keep alert written descriptive information relat ing subject Often useful data can found will enable cross-check ing drawings Dimensions such wing span chord usually given along overall length etc Also apparent discrepancies drawings can sometimes resolved careful reading de scriptive material may explain craft has subject modification different variations Color schemes less frequently presented surface now Also interior features such instrumentation may described though useful drawings photos may better nothing March1976 49 takes kindsand theres no end variety built tiny 3/8-1 span Ford Flivver author display model constructed primarily bass wood Walnut Scale rubber-powered flying model Farman Mosquito Model its photograph work Bob Clemens Rochester NY Scale note caution however printed word also open question As case drawings should consider possibility typographical errors just plain mistakes Well-known historian Pete Bowers did article Fokker Tri plane Cross & Cockade society during 1964 pointed out surprising amount discrepancies pub lished dimensions varied source source much foot case horizontal tail span Lie ex plained such errors can attributed hurriedly-made measurements field poor arithmetic conversion metric measurements English units Photographs Perhaps sought after aircraft references good photos big advantage can pre sent adequately drawings subtle nuances form particularly case compound curves Yet slight changes camera angle lighting may create totally different impressions Thus greater number photos available nearly true shapes details can de termined best possible photographs firstgeneration prints large negatives Copies copies lose sharpness result ing loss detail Similarly prints enlarged excessively small negatives cannot expected sharp produced larger format camera Magazine newspaper photographs suffer yet another form degrada tion virtue being halftones na ture reproduction process involves breaking photos small dots screen ing considerable loss detail Yet photos better no photos must best can what available worst possible photograph re touched should avoided like plague Such atrocities have performed variety reasons includ ing sharpening reproduction trying improve basically poor quality photo sales purposes reworking photos reflect changes actually made real aircraft outright propaganda latter mo tive often occurs during wartime markings commonly being altered oblit erated Thus dedicated researcher must alert such possibilities too hasty accepting photographic evidence gospel Some changes crudely done easily detectable unfortunately some retouched photos have skillfully altered resist detec tion Photographs should also evaluated terms possible distortion brought about foreshortening effects lens aberrations etc. might present false impression aircrafts shape inclined suspect some poorer 3-view drawings have based upon such photographs obtaining number different photos taken different points view possibilities being misled may minimized possible try obtain glossy original prints may examined magnifying glass jewelers loupe can reveal wealth detail readily visible naked eye Obtaining such prints need always difficult case existing aircraft may able take own per haps arrange someone else case photos seen books maga zines sometimes possible write author publisher original prints Frequently books will contain list photos sources will enable write directly prints Typically will require some time best allow month two cash outlay involved will generally quite minimal First-Hand Examination far best way gain thorough understanding aircrafts configuration see person case some types may entail trip near-by airport aviation museum such cases means obtain permission air craft owner museum curator before ginning research Such people under standably cautious about letting just close machines other hand take trouble write call advance explain purpose quite likely receive helpful co operation Taking along example 50 Model Aviation Electric-powered free flight Dufaux fighter Joe Tschirgi example rare type located through extensive research Propeller model located amidships just behind wings Rubber scale suggests delicate fragility OK built light Photo Joel Rieman Both extraordinary rubber-powered scale models work Doug McHard Liverpool England Above Hawker Hurricane 1/2 so note beautiful airbrushed finish Right Supermarine Spitfire although small 118 wing span rubber model has unusual realism Rubber scale widely built days internationally Both photos also Doug McHard work photos same can serve useful introduction demonstrate familiarity aircraft have found high percentage aircraft owners former model builders still retain soft spot heart hobby Obviously suitable subjects scale modeling no longer exist making personal examination impossible such cases examination existing aircraft same manufacturer least same general type vintage can give general feel character subject Thus specialty say World War aircraft should take ad vantage opportunity examining WW type may able locate other cases subject craft still exist perhaps located some consider able distance possibly other side world What Well might figure out Aay going realistically certainly economically bring mountain Mohammed Remote control re search practical hut can fascinating. almost hobby within hobby far best method contact fellow enthusiast preferably model builder lives near location subject aircraft Such person will have pretty fair idea what need based upon own experience repay such service Well hopefully may able reciprocate doing some research him neck-of-the-woods seems odd quirk human nature will likely have interest some thing far way location Another advantage arrangement dont receive everything need first try can always write back specific requests contrast traveled place yourself got some info needed would Next order desirable possibilities would contact owner sub ject aircraft letter case museum example write curator may less effective working through fellow enthusiast simple reason aircraft owners museum curators frequently busy own prob ems should expect instant ser vice free hand-outs people have affected current economic woes too Always include return postage sending inquiries ask about re production fees cases will rather modest prepared expend few dollars necessary Actually such service always bargain considered terms value received figuring potential investment construction materials engines possibly RC gear amount required research support material kegins look very minimal writing information rea sonable Chances others also ask ing help author recently shown inquiry received Bruce Rey nolds San iego Aerospace Muse um asked description photo item collection would handle such request receiving end David Ogilvx General Manager famous Shuttleworth Collection Eng land told us youngster refused visit display because felt wingrib tapes restored aircraft wrong color Unfortunately too enthusiasts act thoughtlessly regard access aircraft right rather privilege other hand modicum patience tact em ployed cooperation will generally happy result During recent tour Museum Transport Glasgow Scot land furnished ladder attendant Bob Gillies Assistant Keep er Alistair Smith aid efforts photographing rare Kay Gyroplane Youve come such long way wouldnt miss what wanted explained Mr Smith Library Research remaining important avenue scale research involves delving books magazines Some model builders seem regard ap proach bore contend practice can become interesting actual construction phase modeling particular satisfaction aero nautical archaeology acking down rare bit information some obscure subject fact biggest potential snag have encountered book researching involves stumbling across some drawing photo aircraft fairly cries out modeled makes forget original purpose investigation solution prob lem take advantage discovery copying least making notation can relo cated some future date Sometimes discovered information fragmentary antalizing teaser sufficient permit model con structed too enticing forget answer sort dilemma keep several subjects under research times Eventually missing link may drop research net Perhaps hint fellow enthusiasts about subjects have under consideration will produce windfall barcontinued page 83 March 1976 51 what have Handley-Page W8-F trimotor transport Dave Scott Bridgeport Ct actually powered single rubber-driven prop shown scale propeller place judging model spans approximately 30 inches vest material especially interests similar own Locally Flightmasters all-scale club sponsor vari ous differing types scale contests includ ing rise-off-water events Indoor Scale Peanut Scale Jumbo Scale Rubber Scale Speed well traditional cate gories keeping file widely varied subjects under active research chances will prove appropriate least event big trick course dis cover subject will qualify several events Proof-of-Scale Returning AMA competition rules mentioned begin ning article well consider putting together required scale judging information advance constructing model Altogether too builders neglect proof-of-scale presentation until last minute organizing prior starting model will effect give preview what judges will see first browsing through odd mo ments may better able discern real essence subject tally boiling down important features. character craft After model has completed may decide rearrange revise scale presentation vital part will have accomplished being under contest deadline pressures Another aspect proof-of-scale pres entation frequently mentioned involves gamesmanship referred earlier varying complexity scale drawings cases several drawings have located make selection carefully contemplate building fairly basic Peanut Walnut Scale model may giving yourself needless handicap presenting super-detailed scale draw ing judges Perhaps plain generalarrangement drawing would have psy chological advantage since comparison model would appear much com plex detailed Similarly through lack time choice have omit ted few details present judges photos accent areas Rather select photos flatter areas have devoted special efforts finishing Make Own Scale Drawings Final ly wewouldliketo discuss logical yet seldom pursued solution inac curate non-existent scale drawing di lemma refer item b section 40 Unified Scale Judging RC CL Out door FE official AMA model air craft regulations paragraph provision clearly set forth possi 9 bility producing ones own proof-ofscale drawings date surprisingly few modelers seem have taken advantage clause Briefly scale drawings model builder supported photos torical background data may sub mitted AMA Technical Director Frank Ebling scale contest board member aircraft manufacturer other competent authority approval good opportunity introduce some fresh subjects scale competi tion same provision also allows scope making corrections some ex isting 3-view drawings sadly need revision Nationals winner Tom Stark few has followed procedure benefit us Rather gripe about obvious discrepancies published scale drawings produce own have approved Additionally may find finished drawing suitable publication can offer two-fold bonus First results March1976 83 Scale/Hannan continued vaqe 51 DAV ESC lIAR LTON 15 RAPIER IESEL $2995 PP R/C $3545 PP HIDEAWAYOELAvAN ILL 309244738961734 * COMPETITION PROVEN * THIN RIGID BLADES OF HARD MAPLE WOOD * SUPERBLY FINISHED COMPLETELY FUEL PROOF SPECIAL PRO SERIES 2 FOR RC-FREE FLIGHT CONTROL LINE DIAPITCH 5%3 63 73%3%4 83%456 94677% 10466W 78W 106EW 1145W677 7% 7% 8 ii 6EW 11%67 126 125W 1356 1456 155 164% W WIDE BLADE EW EXTRA WIDE ALL NEW SERIES 400 B FOR SPEED & RACING NEW ADVANCED DESIGN TERRIFIC INCREASE IN THRUST & SPEED LEADING SPEED RECORD HOLDER 72 73 74 hAPITCH 4%6%7 4%5 5 678 8 7566N7% 10% 11 8899N 8%77%7% 977%7 12 13 N NARROW dedicated efforts can shared other modelers second financial remunera tion can applied toward funding future projects Remember however drawings published may receiving end criticism producing imperfect results Summary In researching material scale model use try keep following points mind 1 Regard drawings caution regardless source own obtain possible compari son purposes before starting model con struction 2 Collect photos sub ject feasible Allow possible distor tions odd lighting particularly retouching 3 View subject person possible Alternatively try obtain coopera tion enthusiast may able examine aircraft first-hand 4 Enlist aid subject owners museum curators items 3 4 out question 5 Always include return postage inquire about reproduction fees seek ing information mail 6 Expect produce own drawings least make additions and/or cor rections existing plans 7 If competition objec tives think terms proof-of-scale documentation presentation out set research project 8 Share results efforts enthusiasm fellow scale modelers constitute special minority group common bond international scope deserves preservation careful nurturing 9 Check check check again may never reach zero defect stage can have fun trying author indebted individ uals helped show way over years thank few risk overlooking special recognition due J D Gillies Ced Galloway Ken Sykora Bill Warner Bill Krecek Granger Wil liams John Underwood Russ Barrera plus Flightmasters Useful Publications Scale Model Researchers list potential helpful book titles could fill book themselves serious scale modeler should culti vate library devoted specialties have selected few may help out preliminary spadework re search Although some may out print should accessible large libraries aviation museums Flying Scale Models R 6 Moulton published Model Allied Publi cations Ltd England Probably single comprehensive book available subject Veteran Vintage Aircraft Compiled Leslie Hunt published Gainstone Press Limited England 1974 worlds preserved aircraft what look like owns Museum Display Aircraft World Compiled Stephen Munth pub lished American Aviation Histor ical Society circa 1968 Museum aircraft locations Vintage Veteran Aircraft Guide Compiled John Underwood published Heritage Press 1968 Photos facts specification tables Aircraft World William Green Gerald Pollinger published Double day Company Inc 1965 other edi tions also published Photos speci fications silhouette drawings Janes Worlds Aircraft series books published England covering period 1909 through present Photos specifications some 3-view drawings Aircraft Year Book Compiled Aeronautical Chamber Commerce America Inc various publishers series books covering American aircraft engines published years Photos specifications 3-view draw ings 84 Model Aviation Kraftsmanship kit processed AAMCO GOLD BALSAThis Trainer will blow apart hits ground GREATEST B/C BASIC TRAINER Design & Kit ALL TIME Ask over 25000 satisfied builders H-RAY dealers sold themSHALL WE SAY MORE Andrews Aircraft Model co inc US Rte 1& North St Topsfieid Mass 01983 887-8541 Scale continued HIGH PERFORMANCE Price $3495 kit per dollar bar em ASK YOUR DEALER
Edition: Model Aviation - 1976/03
Page Numbers: 48, 49, 50, 51, 83, 84
Size range possibilities scale models clearly demonstrated photo John Oldenkamp Jumbo Scale rubber-powered Gen eral Aristocrat dwarfs tiny Peanut Eastbourne monoplane Yet both products extensive research big rubber jobs fly beautifully MOST BUILDERS start kit maga/ine project initial introduc tion scale modeling doubt simplest approach really experience satisfaction inherent scale person must become involved research may take form finding some particular paint scheme decorating existing kit design seek ing out additional details frost cake may have mind pet air craft just available kit form Whatever reason whether undertaking simplest Peanut Scale type model complex form RC machine will pay devote some time research Apart personal fulfillment gets finding information himself having model different crowd can tangible benefits competition example AMA rules apply Free Flight Control Line RC devote section proof-of scale requirements pos sible enter such event minimum documentation may risk throwing away considerable number potential scale points up 50 possible mention points lost built-in model inaccuracies have no interest contests may rewarding enough know through research ef forts model has refined beyond ordinary passable stage Objectives Before beginning research project may well determine ultimate goals Are trying make reasonably accurate reproduction general type aircraft out simulate exactly possible particular real machine distinction important yet seldom discussed might satis fied simply produce Lockheed P-38 worthy enough oblective itself per haps sights set higher wish model specific P-38 such all-red Yippee doing course Concluding two-part series author discusses better models through research Bill Hannan have placed head proverbial chopping block because everyone knows such machine errors incorporated miniature almost certain detected know ledgeable enthusiast scale judge Similarly rounding up construc tion information must eventually de cide whether goal will just follow given set drawings faithfully whether begin search truth attempt find out what prototype air craft really like Two very different objectives Questions involving personal philosophy sure still important considerations instances build er may feel extensive amount research effort justified especially Stand-off semi-Scale project contem plated contrast prepared undertake serious project might require expenditures large amounts time money should make certain armed best possible formation upon base efforts Among motives building scale model might included following Personel satisfaction 2 Entertainment 3 Nostalgia 4 Contest potential 5 Recreation history 6 Financial remuneration Obviously could certain areas overlap categories least considering may help realistically determine amount effort justified proposed model primarily intended just fun satisfactory results might obtained bare mini mum research charming exam ples have constructed starting nothing 3-view drawing Drawings mere mention word drawing open real Pandoras box probably sensitive area discussion among scale model builders simple 3-view what British cousins describe ~ra arrange ment drawing term well chosen 48 Model Aviation n example rype pnorograpn avaiiable government agencies Grumman F6F Hellcat Pic Navy Dept National Archives since such drawings often present just limited amount information no As such might suitable hasic rubber-driven free flight mini mum RC Stand-off Scale model too pick Ab hat super detailed scale drawings Surely much better source information sumption must give qualified may detailed dra\ings still somcones representation aircrafts configuration Regardless complexity given drawing should regarded extreme caution danger confuse quantity information quality information After such drawings product divine revelation rather product human effort great deal perhaps still quite subject human error might say details included chances exist accuracies creep assuming accuracy drawing reproduction proces ses can almost depended upon intro duce certain distortions owing such variables shrinkage stretching paper film lens abberations effects chemicals climate improper exposure such-like Although may seem cruel safest approach evaluating line draw ings consider suspect until proven correct Color drawings paintings reveal yet another important facet aircrafts character Unfortunately result some artists impression subject subject trans lation between originator final printed reproduction owing nature color process involved Examination example magazine covers several thousand issues apart print run will reveal astonishing differences color ren dition Thus color drawings must also taken grain-of-salt likely shaker full Drawings should regarded useful tools final word best assume least minor errors exist fact minor consider yourself lucky possible try obtain two three dif ferent drawings proposed subject seemingly bad drawings can some times offer clues character aircraft ifonly point out doesnt look quite right course case some obscure birds finding draw ing can something challenge foregoing sounds it blanket condemnation aircraft drawings Rather intention merely warn scale builders guard against possible sources misinformation perfect scale drawing has yet pro duced neither has perfect scale model As develop own working drawings will gain fresh respect difficulties involved cynicism toward scale draftsmen may mellow somewhat Dimensions Specifications conducting research keep alert written descriptive information relat ing subject Often useful data can found will enable cross-check ing drawings Dimensions such wing span chord usually given along overall length etc Also apparent discrepancies drawings can sometimes resolved careful reading de scriptive material may explain craft has subject modification different variations Color schemes less frequently presented surface now Also interior features such instrumentation may described though useful drawings photos may better nothing March1976 49 takes kindsand theres no end variety built tiny 3/8-1 span Ford Flivver author display model constructed primarily bass wood Walnut Scale rubber-powered flying model Farman Mosquito Model its photograph work Bob Clemens Rochester NY Scale note caution however printed word also open question As case drawings should consider possibility typographical errors just plain mistakes Well-known historian Pete Bowers did article Fokker Tri plane Cross & Cockade society during 1964 pointed out surprising amount discrepancies pub lished dimensions varied source source much foot case horizontal tail span Lie ex plained such errors can attributed hurriedly-made measurements field poor arithmetic conversion metric measurements English units Photographs Perhaps sought after aircraft references good photos big advantage can pre sent adequately drawings subtle nuances form particularly case compound curves Yet slight changes camera angle lighting may create totally different impressions Thus greater number photos available nearly true shapes details can de termined best possible photographs firstgeneration prints large negatives Copies copies lose sharpness result ing loss detail Similarly prints enlarged excessively small negatives cannot expected sharp produced larger format camera Magazine newspaper photographs suffer yet another form degrada tion virtue being halftones na ture reproduction process involves breaking photos small dots screen ing considerable loss detail Yet photos better no photos must best can what available worst possible photograph re touched should avoided like plague Such atrocities have performed variety reasons includ ing sharpening reproduction trying improve basically poor quality photo sales purposes reworking photos reflect changes actually made real aircraft outright propaganda latter mo tive often occurs during wartime markings commonly being altered oblit erated Thus dedicated researcher must alert such possibilities too hasty accepting photographic evidence gospel Some changes crudely done easily detectable unfortunately some retouched photos have skillfully altered resist detec tion Photographs should also evaluated terms possible distortion brought about foreshortening effects lens aberrations etc. might present false impression aircrafts shape inclined suspect some poorer 3-view drawings have based upon such photographs obtaining number different photos taken different points view possibilities being misled may minimized possible try obtain glossy original prints may examined magnifying glass jewelers loupe can reveal wealth detail readily visible naked eye Obtaining such prints need always difficult case existing aircraft may able take own per haps arrange someone else case photos seen books maga zines sometimes possible write author publisher original prints Frequently books will contain list photos sources will enable write directly prints Typically will require some time best allow month two cash outlay involved will generally quite minimal First-Hand Examination far best way gain thorough understanding aircrafts configuration see person case some types may entail trip near-by airport aviation museum such cases means obtain permission air craft owner museum curator before ginning research Such people under standably cautious about letting just close machines other hand take trouble write call advance explain purpose quite likely receive helpful co operation Taking along example 50 Model Aviation Electric-powered free flight Dufaux fighter Joe Tschirgi example rare type located through extensive research Propeller model located amidships just behind wings Rubber scale suggests delicate fragility OK built light Photo Joel Rieman Both extraordinary rubber-powered scale models work Doug McHard Liverpool England Above Hawker Hurricane 1/2 so note beautiful airbrushed finish Right Supermarine Spitfire although small 118 wing span rubber model has unusual realism Rubber scale widely built days internationally Both photos also Doug McHard work photos same can serve useful introduction demonstrate familiarity aircraft have found high percentage aircraft owners former model builders still retain soft spot heart hobby Obviously suitable subjects scale modeling no longer exist making personal examination impossible such cases examination existing aircraft same manufacturer least same general type vintage can give general feel character subject Thus specialty say World War aircraft should take ad vantage opportunity examining WW type may able locate other cases subject craft still exist perhaps located some consider able distance possibly other side world What Well might figure out Aay going realistically certainly economically bring mountain Mohammed Remote control re search practical hut can fascinating. almost hobby within hobby far best method contact fellow enthusiast preferably model builder lives near location subject aircraft Such person will have pretty fair idea what need based upon own experience repay such service Well hopefully may able reciprocate doing some research him neck-of-the-woods seems odd quirk human nature will likely have interest some thing far way location Another advantage arrangement dont receive everything need first try can always write back specific requests contrast traveled place yourself got some info needed would Next order desirable possibilities would contact owner sub ject aircraft letter case museum example write curator may less effective working through fellow enthusiast simple reason aircraft owners museum curators frequently busy own prob ems should expect instant ser vice free hand-outs people have affected current economic woes too Always include return postage sending inquiries ask about re production fees cases will rather modest prepared expend few dollars necessary Actually such service always bargain considered terms value received figuring potential investment construction materials engines possibly RC gear amount required research support material kegins look very minimal writing information rea sonable Chances others also ask ing help author recently shown inquiry received Bruce Rey nolds San iego Aerospace Muse um asked description photo item collection would handle such request receiving end David Ogilvx General Manager famous Shuttleworth Collection Eng land told us youngster refused visit display because felt wingrib tapes restored aircraft wrong color Unfortunately too enthusiasts act thoughtlessly regard access aircraft right rather privilege other hand modicum patience tact em ployed cooperation will generally happy result During recent tour Museum Transport Glasgow Scot land furnished ladder attendant Bob Gillies Assistant Keep er Alistair Smith aid efforts photographing rare Kay Gyroplane Youve come such long way wouldnt miss what wanted explained Mr Smith Library Research remaining important avenue scale research involves delving books magazines Some model builders seem regard ap proach bore contend practice can become interesting actual construction phase modeling particular satisfaction aero nautical archaeology acking down rare bit information some obscure subject fact biggest potential snag have encountered book researching involves stumbling across some drawing photo aircraft fairly cries out modeled makes forget original purpose investigation solution prob lem take advantage discovery copying least making notation can relo cated some future date Sometimes discovered information fragmentary antalizing teaser sufficient permit model con structed too enticing forget answer sort dilemma keep several subjects under research times Eventually missing link may drop research net Perhaps hint fellow enthusiasts about subjects have under consideration will produce windfall barcontinued page 83 March 1976 51 what have Handley-Page W8-F trimotor transport Dave Scott Bridgeport Ct actually powered single rubber-driven prop shown scale propeller place judging model spans approximately 30 inches vest material especially interests similar own Locally Flightmasters all-scale club sponsor vari ous differing types scale contests includ ing rise-off-water events Indoor Scale Peanut Scale Jumbo Scale Rubber Scale Speed well traditional cate gories keeping file widely varied subjects under active research chances will prove appropriate least event big trick course dis cover subject will qualify several events Proof-of-Scale Returning AMA competition rules mentioned begin ning article well consider putting together required scale judging information advance constructing model Altogether too builders neglect proof-of-scale presentation until last minute organizing prior starting model will effect give preview what judges will see first browsing through odd mo ments may better able discern real essence subject tally boiling down important features. character craft After model has completed may decide rearrange revise scale presentation vital part will have accomplished being under contest deadline pressures Another aspect proof-of-scale pres entation frequently mentioned involves gamesmanship referred earlier varying complexity scale drawings cases several drawings have located make selection carefully contemplate building fairly basic Peanut Walnut Scale model may giving yourself needless handicap presenting super-detailed scale draw ing judges Perhaps plain generalarrangement drawing would have psy chological advantage since comparison model would appear much com plex detailed Similarly through lack time choice have omit ted few details present judges photos accent areas Rather select photos flatter areas have devoted special efforts finishing Make Own Scale Drawings Final ly wewouldliketo discuss logical yet seldom pursued solution inac curate non-existent scale drawing di lemma refer item b section 40 Unified Scale Judging RC CL Out door FE official AMA model air craft regulations paragraph provision clearly set forth possi 9 bility producing ones own proof-ofscale drawings date surprisingly few modelers seem have taken advantage clause Briefly scale drawings model builder supported photos torical background data may sub mitted AMA Technical Director Frank Ebling scale contest board member aircraft manufacturer other competent authority approval good opportunity introduce some fresh subjects scale competi tion same provision also allows scope making corrections some ex isting 3-view drawings sadly need revision Nationals winner Tom Stark few has followed procedure benefit us Rather gripe about obvious discrepancies published scale drawings produce own have approved Additionally may find finished drawing suitable publication can offer two-fold bonus First results March1976 83 Scale/Hannan continued vaqe 51 DAV ESC lIAR LTON 15 RAPIER IESEL $2995 PP R/C $3545 PP HIDEAWAYOELAvAN ILL 309244738961734 * COMPETITION PROVEN * THIN RIGID BLADES OF HARD MAPLE WOOD * SUPERBLY FINISHED COMPLETELY FUEL PROOF SPECIAL PRO SERIES 2 FOR RC-FREE FLIGHT CONTROL LINE DIAPITCH 5%3 63 73%3%4 83%456 94677% 10466W 78W 106EW 1145W677 7% 7% 8 ii 6EW 11%67 126 125W 1356 1456 155 164% W WIDE BLADE EW EXTRA WIDE ALL NEW SERIES 400 B FOR SPEED & RACING NEW ADVANCED DESIGN TERRIFIC INCREASE IN THRUST & SPEED LEADING SPEED RECORD HOLDER 72 73 74 hAPITCH 4%6%7 4%5 5 678 8 7566N7% 10% 11 8899N 8%77%7% 977%7 12 13 N NARROW dedicated efforts can shared other modelers second financial remunera tion can applied toward funding future projects Remember however drawings published may receiving end criticism producing imperfect results Summary In researching material scale model use try keep following points mind 1 Regard drawings caution regardless source own obtain possible compari son purposes before starting model con struction 2 Collect photos sub ject feasible Allow possible distor tions odd lighting particularly retouching 3 View subject person possible Alternatively try obtain coopera tion enthusiast may able examine aircraft first-hand 4 Enlist aid subject owners museum curators items 3 4 out question 5 Always include return postage inquire about reproduction fees seek ing information mail 6 Expect produce own drawings least make additions and/or cor rections existing plans 7 If competition objec tives think terms proof-of-scale documentation presentation out set research project 8 Share results efforts enthusiasm fellow scale modelers constitute special minority group common bond international scope deserves preservation careful nurturing 9 Check check check again may never reach zero defect stage can have fun trying author indebted individ uals helped show way over years thank few risk overlooking special recognition due J D Gillies Ced Galloway Ken Sykora Bill Warner Bill Krecek Granger Wil liams John Underwood Russ Barrera plus Flightmasters Useful Publications Scale Model Researchers list potential helpful book titles could fill book themselves serious scale modeler should culti vate library devoted specialties have selected few may help out preliminary spadework re search Although some may out print should accessible large libraries aviation museums Flying Scale Models R 6 Moulton published Model Allied Publi cations Ltd England Probably single comprehensive book available subject Veteran Vintage Aircraft Compiled Leslie Hunt published Gainstone Press Limited England 1974 worlds preserved aircraft what look like owns Museum Display Aircraft World Compiled Stephen Munth pub lished American Aviation Histor ical Society circa 1968 Museum aircraft locations Vintage Veteran Aircraft Guide Compiled John Underwood published Heritage Press 1968 Photos facts specification tables Aircraft World William Green Gerald Pollinger published Double day Company Inc 1965 other edi tions also published Photos speci fications silhouette drawings Janes Worlds Aircraft series books published England covering period 1909 through present Photos specifications some 3-view drawings Aircraft Year Book Compiled Aeronautical Chamber Commerce America Inc various publishers series books covering American aircraft engines published years Photos specifications 3-view draw ings 84 Model Aviation Kraftsmanship kit processed AAMCO GOLD BALSAThis Trainer will blow apart hits ground GREATEST B/C BASIC TRAINER Design & Kit ALL TIME Ask over 25000 satisfied builders H-RAY dealers sold themSHALL WE SAY MORE Andrews Aircraft Model co inc US Rte 1& North St Topsfieid Mass 01983 887-8541 Scale continued HIGH PERFORMANCE Price $3495 kit per dollar bar em ASK YOUR DEALER
Edition: Model Aviation - 1976/03
Page Numbers: 48, 49, 50, 51, 83, 84
Size range possibilities scale models clearly demonstrated photo John Oldenkamp Jumbo Scale rubber-powered Gen eral Aristocrat dwarfs tiny Peanut Eastbourne monoplane Yet both products extensive research big rubber jobs fly beautifully MOST BUILDERS start kit maga/ine project initial introduc tion scale modeling doubt simplest approach really experience satisfaction inherent scale person must become involved research may take form finding some particular paint scheme decorating existing kit design seek ing out additional details frost cake may have mind pet air craft just available kit form Whatever reason whether undertaking simplest Peanut Scale type model complex form RC machine will pay devote some time research Apart personal fulfillment gets finding information himself having model different crowd can tangible benefits competition example AMA rules apply Free Flight Control Line RC devote section proof-of scale requirements pos sible enter such event minimum documentation may risk throwing away considerable number potential scale points up 50 possible mention points lost built-in model inaccuracies have no interest contests may rewarding enough know through research ef forts model has refined beyond ordinary passable stage Objectives Before beginning research project may well determine ultimate goals Are trying make reasonably accurate reproduction general type aircraft out simulate exactly possible particular real machine distinction important yet seldom discussed might satis fied simply produce Lockheed P-38 worthy enough oblective itself per haps sights set higher wish model specific P-38 such all-red Yippee doing course Concluding two-part series author discusses better models through research Bill Hannan have placed head proverbial chopping block because everyone knows such machine errors incorporated miniature almost certain detected know ledgeable enthusiast scale judge Similarly rounding up construc tion information must eventually de cide whether goal will just follow given set drawings faithfully whether begin search truth attempt find out what prototype air craft really like Two very different objectives Questions involving personal philosophy sure still important considerations instances build er may feel extensive amount research effort justified especially Stand-off semi-Scale project contem plated contrast prepared undertake serious project might require expenditures large amounts time money should make certain armed best possible formation upon base efforts Among motives building scale model might included following Personel satisfaction 2 Entertainment 3 Nostalgia 4 Contest potential 5 Recreation history 6 Financial remuneration Obviously could certain areas overlap categories least considering may help realistically determine amount effort justified proposed model primarily intended just fun satisfactory results might obtained bare mini mum research charming exam ples have constructed starting nothing 3-view drawing Drawings mere mention word drawing open real Pandoras box probably sensitive area discussion among scale model builders simple 3-view what British cousins describe ~ra arrange ment drawing term well chosen 48 Model Aviation n example rype pnorograpn avaiiable government agencies Grumman F6F Hellcat Pic Navy Dept National Archives since such drawings often present just limited amount information no As such might suitable hasic rubber-driven free flight mini mum RC Stand-off Scale model too pick Ab hat super detailed scale drawings Surely much better source information sumption must give qualified may detailed dra\ings still somcones representation aircrafts configuration Regardless complexity given drawing should regarded extreme caution danger confuse quantity information quality information After such drawings product divine revelation rather product human effort great deal perhaps still quite subject human error might say details included chances exist accuracies creep assuming accuracy drawing reproduction proces ses can almost depended upon intro duce certain distortions owing such variables shrinkage stretching paper film lens abberations effects chemicals climate improper exposure such-like Although may seem cruel safest approach evaluating line draw ings consider suspect until proven correct Color drawings paintings reveal yet another important facet aircrafts character Unfortunately result some artists impression subject subject trans lation between originator final printed reproduction owing nature color process involved Examination example magazine covers several thousand issues apart print run will reveal astonishing differences color ren dition Thus color drawings must also taken grain-of-salt likely shaker full Drawings should regarded useful tools final word best assume least minor errors exist fact minor consider yourself lucky possible try obtain two three dif ferent drawings proposed subject seemingly bad drawings can some times offer clues character aircraft ifonly point out doesnt look quite right course case some obscure birds finding draw ing can something challenge foregoing sounds it blanket condemnation aircraft drawings Rather intention merely warn scale builders guard against possible sources misinformation perfect scale drawing has yet pro duced neither has perfect scale model As develop own working drawings will gain fresh respect difficulties involved cynicism toward scale draftsmen may mellow somewhat Dimensions Specifications conducting research keep alert written descriptive information relat ing subject Often useful data can found will enable cross-check ing drawings Dimensions such wing span chord usually given along overall length etc Also apparent discrepancies drawings can sometimes resolved careful reading de scriptive material may explain craft has subject modification different variations Color schemes less frequently presented surface now Also interior features such instrumentation may described though useful drawings photos may better nothing March1976 49 takes kindsand theres no end variety built tiny 3/8-1 span Ford Flivver author display model constructed primarily bass wood Walnut Scale rubber-powered flying model Farman Mosquito Model its photograph work Bob Clemens Rochester NY Scale note caution however printed word also open question As case drawings should consider possibility typographical errors just plain mistakes Well-known historian Pete Bowers did article Fokker Tri plane Cross & Cockade society during 1964 pointed out surprising amount discrepancies pub lished dimensions varied source source much foot case horizontal tail span Lie ex plained such errors can attributed hurriedly-made measurements field poor arithmetic conversion metric measurements English units Photographs Perhaps sought after aircraft references good photos big advantage can pre sent adequately drawings subtle nuances form particularly case compound curves Yet slight changes camera angle lighting may create totally different impressions Thus greater number photos available nearly true shapes details can de termined best possible photographs firstgeneration prints large negatives Copies copies lose sharpness result ing loss detail Similarly prints enlarged excessively small negatives cannot expected sharp produced larger format camera Magazine newspaper photographs suffer yet another form degrada tion virtue being halftones na ture reproduction process involves breaking photos small dots screen ing considerable loss detail Yet photos better no photos must best can what available worst possible photograph re touched should avoided like plague Such atrocities have performed variety reasons includ ing sharpening reproduction trying improve basically poor quality photo sales purposes reworking photos reflect changes actually made real aircraft outright propaganda latter mo tive often occurs during wartime markings commonly being altered oblit erated Thus dedicated researcher must alert such possibilities too hasty accepting photographic evidence gospel Some changes crudely done easily detectable unfortunately some retouched photos have skillfully altered resist detec tion Photographs should also evaluated terms possible distortion brought about foreshortening effects lens aberrations etc. might present false impression aircrafts shape inclined suspect some poorer 3-view drawings have based upon such photographs obtaining number different photos taken different points view possibilities being misled may minimized possible try obtain glossy original prints may examined magnifying glass jewelers loupe can reveal wealth detail readily visible naked eye Obtaining such prints need always difficult case existing aircraft may able take own per haps arrange someone else case photos seen books maga zines sometimes possible write author publisher original prints Frequently books will contain list photos sources will enable write directly prints Typically will require some time best allow month two cash outlay involved will generally quite minimal First-Hand Examination far best way gain thorough understanding aircrafts configuration see person case some types may entail trip near-by airport aviation museum such cases means obtain permission air craft owner museum curator before ginning research Such people under standably cautious about letting just close machines other hand take trouble write call advance explain purpose quite likely receive helpful co operation Taking along example 50 Model Aviation Electric-powered free flight Dufaux fighter Joe Tschirgi example rare type located through extensive research Propeller model located amidships just behind wings Rubber scale suggests delicate fragility OK built light Photo Joel Rieman Both extraordinary rubber-powered scale models work Doug McHard Liverpool England Above Hawker Hurricane 1/2 so note beautiful airbrushed finish Right Supermarine Spitfire although small 118 wing span rubber model has unusual realism Rubber scale widely built days internationally Both photos also Doug McHard work photos same can serve useful introduction demonstrate familiarity aircraft have found high percentage aircraft owners former model builders still retain soft spot heart hobby Obviously suitable subjects scale modeling no longer exist making personal examination impossible such cases examination existing aircraft same manufacturer least same general type vintage can give general feel character subject Thus specialty say World War aircraft should take ad vantage opportunity examining WW type may able locate other cases subject craft still exist perhaps located some consider able distance possibly other side world What Well might figure out Aay going realistically certainly economically bring mountain Mohammed Remote control re search practical hut can fascinating. almost hobby within hobby far best method contact fellow enthusiast preferably model builder lives near location subject aircraft Such person will have pretty fair idea what need based upon own experience repay such service Well hopefully may able reciprocate doing some research him neck-of-the-woods seems odd quirk human nature will likely have interest some thing far way location Another advantage arrangement dont receive everything need first try can always write back specific requests contrast traveled place yourself got some info needed would Next order desirable possibilities would contact owner sub ject aircraft letter case museum example write curator may less effective working through fellow enthusiast simple reason aircraft owners museum curators frequently busy own prob ems should expect instant ser vice free hand-outs people have affected current economic woes too Always include return postage sending inquiries ask about re production fees cases will rather modest prepared expend few dollars necessary Actually such service always bargain considered terms value received figuring potential investment construction materials engines possibly RC gear amount required research support material kegins look very minimal writing information rea sonable Chances others also ask ing help author recently shown inquiry received Bruce Rey nolds San iego Aerospace Muse um asked description photo item collection would handle such request receiving end David Ogilvx General Manager famous Shuttleworth Collection Eng land told us youngster refused visit display because felt wingrib tapes restored aircraft wrong color Unfortunately too enthusiasts act thoughtlessly regard access aircraft right rather privilege other hand modicum patience tact em ployed cooperation will generally happy result During recent tour Museum Transport Glasgow Scot land furnished ladder attendant Bob Gillies Assistant Keep er Alistair Smith aid efforts photographing rare Kay Gyroplane Youve come such long way wouldnt miss what wanted explained Mr Smith Library Research remaining important avenue scale research involves delving books magazines Some model builders seem regard ap proach bore contend practice can become interesting actual construction phase modeling particular satisfaction aero nautical archaeology acking down rare bit information some obscure subject fact biggest potential snag have encountered book researching involves stumbling across some drawing photo aircraft fairly cries out modeled makes forget original purpose investigation solution prob lem take advantage discovery copying least making notation can relo cated some future date Sometimes discovered information fragmentary antalizing teaser sufficient permit model con structed too enticing forget answer sort dilemma keep several subjects under research times Eventually missing link may drop research net Perhaps hint fellow enthusiasts about subjects have under consideration will produce windfall barcontinued page 83 March 1976 51 what have Handley-Page W8-F trimotor transport Dave Scott Bridgeport Ct actually powered single rubber-driven prop shown scale propeller place judging model spans approximately 30 inches vest material especially interests similar own Locally Flightmasters all-scale club sponsor vari ous differing types scale contests includ ing rise-off-water events Indoor Scale Peanut Scale Jumbo Scale Rubber Scale Speed well traditional cate gories keeping file widely varied subjects under active research chances will prove appropriate least event big trick course dis cover subject will qualify several events Proof-of-Scale Returning AMA competition rules mentioned begin ning article well consider putting together required scale judging information advance constructing model Altogether too builders neglect proof-of-scale presentation until last minute organizing prior starting model will effect give preview what judges will see first browsing through odd mo ments may better able discern real essence subject tally boiling down important features. character craft After model has completed may decide rearrange revise scale presentation vital part will have accomplished being under contest deadline pressures Another aspect proof-of-scale pres entation frequently mentioned involves gamesmanship referred earlier varying complexity scale drawings cases several drawings have located make selection carefully contemplate building fairly basic Peanut Walnut Scale model may giving yourself needless handicap presenting super-detailed scale draw ing judges Perhaps plain generalarrangement drawing would have psy chological advantage since comparison model would appear much com plex detailed Similarly through lack time choice have omit ted few details present judges photos accent areas Rather select photos flatter areas have devoted special efforts finishing Make Own Scale Drawings Final ly wewouldliketo discuss logical yet seldom pursued solution inac curate non-existent scale drawing di lemma refer item b section 40 Unified Scale Judging RC CL Out door FE official AMA model air craft regulations paragraph provision clearly set forth possi 9 bility producing ones own proof-ofscale drawings date surprisingly few modelers seem have taken advantage clause Briefly scale drawings model builder supported photos torical background data may sub mitted AMA Technical Director Frank Ebling scale contest board member aircraft manufacturer other competent authority approval good opportunity introduce some fresh subjects scale competi tion same provision also allows scope making corrections some ex isting 3-view drawings sadly need revision Nationals winner Tom Stark few has followed procedure benefit us Rather gripe about obvious discrepancies published scale drawings produce own have approved Additionally may find finished drawing suitable publication can offer two-fold bonus First results March1976 83 Scale/Hannan continued vaqe 51 DAV ESC lIAR LTON 15 RAPIER IESEL $2995 PP R/C $3545 PP HIDEAWAYOELAvAN ILL 309244738961734 * COMPETITION PROVEN * THIN RIGID BLADES OF HARD MAPLE WOOD * SUPERBLY FINISHED COMPLETELY FUEL PROOF SPECIAL PRO SERIES 2 FOR RC-FREE FLIGHT CONTROL LINE DIAPITCH 5%3 63 73%3%4 83%456 94677% 10466W 78W 106EW 1145W677 7% 7% 8 ii 6EW 11%67 126 125W 1356 1456 155 164% W WIDE BLADE EW EXTRA WIDE ALL NEW SERIES 400 B FOR SPEED & RACING NEW ADVANCED DESIGN TERRIFIC INCREASE IN THRUST & SPEED LEADING SPEED RECORD HOLDER 72 73 74 hAPITCH 4%6%7 4%5 5 678 8 7566N7% 10% 11 8899N 8%77%7% 977%7 12 13 N NARROW dedicated efforts can shared other modelers second financial remunera tion can applied toward funding future projects Remember however drawings published may receiving end criticism producing imperfect results Summary In researching material scale model use try keep following points mind 1 Regard drawings caution regardless source own obtain possible compari son purposes before starting model con struction 2 Collect photos sub ject feasible Allow possible distor tions odd lighting particularly retouching 3 View subject person possible Alternatively try obtain coopera tion enthusiast may able examine aircraft first-hand 4 Enlist aid subject owners museum curators items 3 4 out question 5 Always include return postage inquire about reproduction fees seek ing information mail 6 Expect produce own drawings least make additions and/or cor rections existing plans 7 If competition objec tives think terms proof-of-scale documentation presentation out set research project 8 Share results efforts enthusiasm fellow scale modelers constitute special minority group common bond international scope deserves preservation careful nurturing 9 Check check check again may never reach zero defect stage can have fun trying author indebted individ uals helped show way over years thank few risk overlooking special recognition due J D Gillies Ced Galloway Ken Sykora Bill Warner Bill Krecek Granger Wil liams John Underwood Russ Barrera plus Flightmasters Useful Publications Scale Model Researchers list potential helpful book titles could fill book themselves serious scale modeler should culti vate library devoted specialties have selected few may help out preliminary spadework re search Although some may out print should accessible large libraries aviation museums Flying Scale Models R 6 Moulton published Model Allied Publi cations Ltd England Probably single comprehensive book available subject Veteran Vintage Aircraft Compiled Leslie Hunt published Gainstone Press Limited England 1974 worlds preserved aircraft what look like owns Museum Display Aircraft World Compiled Stephen Munth pub lished American Aviation Histor ical Society circa 1968 Museum aircraft locations Vintage Veteran Aircraft Guide Compiled John Underwood published Heritage Press 1968 Photos facts specification tables Aircraft World William Green Gerald Pollinger published Double day Company Inc 1965 other edi tions also published Photos speci fications silhouette drawings Janes Worlds Aircraft series books published England covering period 1909 through present Photos specifications some 3-view drawings Aircraft Year Book Compiled Aeronautical Chamber Commerce America Inc various publishers series books covering American aircraft engines published years Photos specifications 3-view draw ings 84 Model Aviation Kraftsmanship kit processed AAMCO GOLD BALSAThis Trainer will blow apart hits ground GREATEST B/C BASIC TRAINER Design & Kit ALL TIME Ask over 25000 satisfied builders H-RAY dealers sold themSHALL WE SAY MORE Andrews Aircraft Model co inc US Rte 1& North St Topsfieid Mass 01983 887-8541 Scale continued HIGH PERFORMANCE Price $3495 kit per dollar bar em ASK YOUR DEALER