Bill Cavanaugh

Top of page: High on the tow-and in flight-the huge foam-and-balsa model has an uncanny realism. Experienced glider modelers agree that it is most realistic looking machine ever to grace a glider meet. Above: The fuselage separates into two pieces for easy transport. Can't say if Hewitt Phillips is saying "eke" or just grinning with joy as the unique soarer finds lift at Cumberland when high performance sailplanes were dropping out of the sky. By using a cradled transmitter with a neck strap, Hewitt is able to launch unassisted.