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Foamboard Spitfire Build

AREA17 Foam-board Spitfire (Night Flyer Addition) Find us on Facebook AREA17 General notes: Steamers are typically attached to the fin with sticky tape. The 4th channel rudder is optional and not required, just bank and yank. The optional carbon wing spar blade is not needed with the standard 3s setup. The ME109 version uses the same construction method. Before painting scrub the surfaces with scotch brite to help key the paint. 3d printed exhausts and pilots STL files can be found on Thingiverse.com You can use velcro on the underside of the motor pod to secure the 3s battery CoG on Wing Spar (65mm from leading edge) Tools Required * Sharp Blade * Clear tape * Ball Point Pen * Optional 10mm x 0.5mm carbon blade * Hot Glue Gun * Icy pole sticks * Z Bender's for linkages * Set Square Hardware Required to Finish * M...

The "Encore" 2 Metre Training Glider by Alan Mayhew

The Encore , a 2-meter trainer glider designed by Alan Mayhew, it is widely used by the Victorian Association of Radio Model Soaring (VARMS) as its primary training glider. Its reputation for reliability and ease of construction makes it a favorite among newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts alike. The Encore's forgiving flight characteristics are perfect for improving thermalling skills, making it an excellent choice for those transitioning from beginner to more advanced piloting techniques. Its stability in both thermal and light wind slope soaring conditions provides an ideal platform for mastering the fundamentals of RC glider flying while offering pilots the chance to refine their skills. The Encore is a laser cut kit, primarily constructed from Carbon spars, balsa and plywood, offering a classic look and feel. This is a one design class model. Use the parts provided in the kit. Do not alter the design. It features: A 2-meter wingspan, 2 channel or with option air brakes on a 3...

Slope TRACER Build

Slope Tracer Build Documentation By AREA17 This article has instructions both for the Slope Tracer and the Foam-board Spitfire. Slope Tracer Build The Slope Tracer is a great fun aerobatic slope plane. It can fly is a large range of wind conditions and with its EPP fuselage, it can take the rough and tumble. Wingspan: 1300mm Weight: 700-900 grams Wing Loading: 11-14 oz/sqft 32-41 sq/dm Airfoil: SD6060 mod tip 3 channel two ailerons and one Elevator (no rudder) EPP Fuselage Foam core balsa skin wings Slope Soarer for Intermediate/Advanced RC Pilots Suitable for light to strong winds (10knt-30knts) Ballast can be adjusted CoG 64mm from leading-edge Supplied Tracer Parts EPP CNC Fuselage One Set White Foam Wing Cores One set of Core Flute Tail and Fin Canopy Needed: *1.5mm Balsa Sheeting for wing 2x (1220x150x1.5) * Balsa Aileron Stock * Balsa Leading Edge stock * 3mmx1mmx750m...

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