MA Construction Series - Workflow Planning - 2015/06
In previous installments of the “MA Construction Series,” we’ve covered basic toolbox supplies, the vocabulary that modelers use, and a bit about reading plans. I’ve received great suggestions from Model Aviation readers along the way, and one of these ideas resonated with me. Bern Heimos suggested that what many builders need is information about workflow planning.
MA Construction Series: Reading plans - 2015/05
One of the best parts of writing this series of articles has been discussing modeling with some notable builders in our hobby. Pat Tritle is one of these people, and when I asked what topics he would like to see covered for new builders, his reply was immediate. He suggested a piece on how to read plans.
Model Aviation Construction Series Balsa builder's parlance - 2015/04
This article is the second in a series intended to introduce new builders to the basics of constructing balsa-framed aircraft. In the March 2015 issue, we learned about filling a toolbox with a basic set of tools. This month’s topic may seem odd, but it will introduce new builders to some vocabulary used in the aircraft industry. Not surprisingly, the terms used to describe full-scale components are the same that are used for our smaller versions. After all, full-scale aircraft often start out as models, just as aeronautical engineers often start out as modelers.
The balsa builder's basic toolbox - 2015/03
I heard from MA Editor-in-Chief Jay Smith regarding some feedback he had received since redesigning this magazine. He explained that MA readers had been randomly polled each month to get their opinions on the magazine. Surprising both Jay and me, an overwhelming response was that many readers wanted more building-related content. In fact, the October 2013 build-themed issue was frequently cited as the most popular in recent memory.
Grumman Goose - 2012/05
In the world of aviation, icons can be found to represent
each of the categories of aircraft. For civil aviation there
are the ubiquitous J-3 Cubs and Cessna high-wing
aircraft, while for warbirds the P-51 Mustang is a standout.
In the RC world we often gravitate toward these iconic types, perhaps
because the full-scale designs were so well developed that they tend to
retain their successful attributes when scaled down for our use.
