Radio Controlled Soaring Digest November 1993 Issue
Issue Contents:
Colorado Short Winch Championships held. Line length was progressively shortened from 200 meters to 50 with 6 min max. Luck factor was too high.
5th A. Masters of Soaring Invitational held 9/10-12 is discussed. Only LSF Level III and higher could compete. Event had 35 entrants.
Computer controlled battery analyzer plugs into IBM PC and produces an analysis of the discharge curve. $219 and $149 (416) 398-4534
2M ASW-19 kit looks great and has F/g fuse
Lil Bird is a HLG version of Bird-of-time. Rib construction is very inexp. $29.95 + $6 P&H 69598 Brookhill Dr.
Ultra GP features hollow core molded wing
Aria HLG at $99.95 provides high tech small model. 13.5 to 15.5 oz.3355 S. Dunkirk Way
Special bearings and brush holders for Ford long shaft motors. Theseprovide cooler running
Sorcer-eSS is an aileron version of Merlin. ABS plastic Pod design
Laminating skins to cores can be done in a press vs vacuum bag. The results can be lighter weight w/o separations. A description of equipment is given.
The techniques of aero-towing and equipment needed is described. Experience of A-t at Los Banos is described. A must for scale modelers.
1993 IMS show in S. Pasadena is reviewed. This is really the show for sailplaners. Plenty of photos and comments about suppliers and products.
Gurney flaps are thin tabs
New Zealand soaring competition includes F3b and thermal soaring eventsin several formats. The competition between the two islands is intense.
Keystone RC (KRC) meet in E. PA is a well run meet where you can meet the best in electric flight and see the best models in the country.
Experiences in Novice competition are humorous and an encouragementfor other beginners. Well written!
Vintage Sailplane Assoc. each year has a gathering of vintage full size and RC models at Hemet
Hand launch models improve skills
Adding ballast doesn’t change the glide angle but makes the model fly faster the increase can improve the ability to move around in windy conditions.
Notes from MARCS Symposium on F. Scale strategies for X-c soaring are given. Notes of historical significance about instruments are included.
When making fillets on molds
Sanding fiberglass or paint with wet or dry paper will go better when using dish soap in the rinse water. Paper life and quality of job is improved.
Fauvel AV36 wing was flown on Harris Hill and viewed by Jim Gray. ThePlane would make an excellent model and would be east to bild and transport.
Multi-pin connectors for connecting aileron and flap servos to a receiver in one connector are described. Molex connectors are widely available.
P-38 and ME109 look very realistic and fly well on the slope..The 100″ aeorbatic model has light loading
“Soaring Down Under” was put together by Trevor Broadbent of Australia. Includes all the variety of R/c soaring interests around the world.
The history of the Texas National Tournament (TNT) is recounted.
9th. Annual TNT hosted by Soaring League of N. Texas at U.T.-dallas. Event winners and prize winners. Interesting accounts of activities.
Texas National Tournament Champion Brian Agnew is shown holding handsome trophy won at the 1993 event.
Radio Controlled Soaring Digest November 1993 Issue
