Cessna 150 Aerobat
THE CESSNA AEROBAT is one of three models of the Cessna 150, one of the most famous light planes in the United States. The standard 150 is a two-place airplane that has a wingspan of 32¢ 8 1/2", a cruising speed of 117 mph and a range of approximately 500 miles. The 150 comes as a Standard Trainer, or a Commuter, or an Aerobat model. By adapting the Standard Trainer into the Aerobat version a student can learn and master the challenging skills of aerobatics without leaving the familiar 150 classroom Trainer Model. The Aerobat 150 is stressed for the greater loads that aerobatics imposes on the plane. It is certified for barrel and aileron rolls, spins and vertical reversements. It is also one of the most colorful planes flying. We have tried to duplicate the model in a stand-off scale version and I believe you'll find we have been successful.
Typhoon
THE TYPHOON was originally conceived as a replacement for the Hurricane fighter. Its initial planning was started in peace time but the start of World War II forced the building and testing program into an accelerated pace, causing many development problems. The first test pilots were very critical of the plane due to underpowered engines, structural failures and ground engine fires. The Typhoon was designed first to combat heavily armored, well-armed, long-range fighters that Germany was reported to be building. Very early in its use, however, it was found to have no match under 10,000 ft. but at 20,000 ft. it was very vulnerable to enemy fighters. The thick wing and heavy wing loading that restricted its use at higher altitudes were necessary qualities for low altitude work. Its brute strength and heavy load carrying abilities made for a very stable aiming platform for all the armaments it carried.
