Sticks and Tissue No 137 – April 2018

If you can contribute any articles, wish to make your point of view known etc please send to or phone 01202 625825 [email protected] The content does not follow any logical order or set out, it’s “as I put it in and receive”.

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Writings and opinions expressed are the opinion of the writer but not necessarily the compiler/publisher of Sticks and Tissue.

Andrwew Squires at DMFG Saturday a cold and windy day he showed us hid Vic Smeed Flipper 26 almost finished RC electric, beautifully made

From Jim Hammond

Just cannot help myself -playing with electrics -Cheers Jim

Thank you for sending S&T it is much appreciated, just a few photos to show you what i have been up to - Cheers Jim Hammond

North Cotswolds MAC 2018 Fun Fly

This years event will be held on the weekend of 11th and 12th August. Format for the event will be very similar to previous years with :

• Off the peg flying both days • Camping facilities (please contact us to book in advance) • BBQ on both Saturday and Sunday • Onsite toilets and drinking water facilities • 200 ft grass strip for R/C flight • Control Line Circle (depending on availability of land as we are on a working farm) • Small field Free flight • Bring and Buy Sale - bring along your bits that are "Surplus to Requirement" and turn them into cash

This year, as last, we will be holding TWO mass build events :-

On Saturday it is going to be a mass collective of the Keil Kraft Super 60 in all variants

On the Sunday we welcome pilots along to celebrate iconic designs of Dereck Woodward. This may be in any size, shape, form or colour. The more crazy the better!!

In both events, models of any size (scaled up or down); in any version and with any power source, IC or electric, will be eligible.

For further information or to register your interest please email:-

[email protected]

It goes without saying but please :-

WILL ALL PILOTS PLEASE ENSURE THAT THEY HAVE PROOF OF VALID INSURANCE WHEN BOOKING IN

https://sites.google.com/view/ncmac/fly-for-fun-details

Andrew Squires in addition to his Flipper brought along his RC electric hepcat again beautifully made and flies well. Not much greenery as photos taken in the car park.

MACCHI 308 By Bill Blake from Model Aviation Summer 1950 a 44” FF version of a famous Italian light-plane ED Bee power.

Glancing through a foreign aviation magazine recently, I chanced across some photographs and data of an interesting-looking Italian light-plane— the Macchi 308. The proportions seemed ideal for a F/F scale model, so I got out the drawing board and started work. The problem of translating the information on the real aircraft was solved by enlisting the aid of the proprietor of the local Italian restaurant. Briefly, the Macchi 308 is a side by side two seater—fitted with dual control. The power unit is either a 65 or 85 h.p. Continental. The tricycle undercarriage is non-retractable, with a steerable front wheel. Flaps are provided for low speed stability and as air brakes when landing. The main framework is of wood, with ply covering. The model presented here has been especially designed to suit the reliable little ED Bee. Other diesels of similar capacity may be used if desired, but anything more powerful will create trimming problems. The drawings on the adjoining page are one-quarter full size. Either draw them up or send off to the publishers for a print of the original plan. Full-size patterns for most of the sheet parts are given at the back of the book. Build the model in the following sequence. FUSELAGE Commence by building the two side frames of1/8” square balsa—minus the F14 pieces. Remove from the plan when dry, slice apart with a razor blade, and join together in the usual way to form a box frame. Now add the F14 pieces and the front formers (Pl, FI and F2). The front undercarriage leg should of course be attached to F1, before the latter is cemented in place. Attach the remaining formers to the upper and lower sides of the basic framework. Now add the main undercarriage frame and fill in the space between formers F4 and F4a with 1/16” sheet as shown in the front view of the U/C installation. Use plenty of cement for this fixture. The 1/8 X 1/16” stringers come next. Sight along each one and correct any “waves”’ due to slight errors in the position of the former notches. The reason for the scalloped formers is simply to prevent the tissue from touching at these points. Nothing spoils the appearance of a scale model more than former “ridges.” Now bolt the engine to the aluminium mounts and install a free flight tank. Sheet cover (in between the stringers) back to F4. Carve the top cowling from soft block and make it detachable for access to the fuel tank. The front cowling is also carved from block and hollowed out as indicated. This latter component is located on two bamboo pegs (glued into Pl). On the original model, the cowlings are held on with dabs of cement and the joints broken when required. Alternatively, Sellotape may be used. Cover the entire cabin top with medium soft 1/8 sheet. This strengthens the fuselage and provides a good seating for the detachable wing. Build up the wheel spats from four pieces of ¼” sheet and sand to a streamline shape. Drill for the axle and fit each spat by holding the wheels inside and threading on to the wire. Build up the fairings and fillets from scrap balsa. Spats are always vulnerable and may be omitted in this case if desired—as they are only an optional extra on the full-size machine anyway. .

WING This is of conventional construction. Begin by cutting out all the ribs. The three centre section ribs are of 1/8” sheet. Attach the ribs to the lower 1/8 square spar. Next add the leading and trailing edges—followed by the “D” braces and the tips. Half cut through the L.E., T.E. and spar (outside the centre section ribs), and block up each tip 2 ½”. Now add the top ¼” square spar. Give the broken joints a liberal coating of cement and reinforce the spar joints with scrap balsa sheet. TAILPLANE AND FIN Join two pieces of medium soft 3/32” sheet (edge to edge) for the tailplane and add 1/8” square strips to the top surface. When dry, sand these strips to an airfoil section. Line up on the fuselage and add the soft block fairing as indicated. The fin is also made from 3/32” sheet. Note the hard balsa straighteners. When sanded to a streamlined section, cement to the tail plane fairing. COVERING Cover the whole model with heavy weight Modelspan. Finish with two coats of clear dope and one coat of banana oil. A light coat of coloured dope may be added over this if desired. Authentic colouring is all cream, with red registration numbers and decoration. FLYING Trim by slight incidence adjustments to the tail plane. Try to achieve a fairly flat glide. The original flies best in left-hand circles. Only very small rudder offset may be used, in view of the large area. Slight motor offset is useful in obtaining correct trim.

From Tony Tomlin

The Skycar Dual Fuel is ready for another attempt at flight. The last attempt were thwarted by a strong wind 90 degrees to the strip and various electrical problems [front motor not radio]. Eventually it turned out that I had set up the ESC incorrectly which was inhibiting starting up the motor and low RPM. [Easy when you read the instruction sheet!!!] All fixed now [still looks a bit odd with the motor stuck out in the breeze]. If it is a success I will reshape the nose and fair in the motor with a spinner etc. Few photos attached. Not many OS 26 pushing Four stroke and electric tractor all in one model around JP

FROG 150 Aeromodeller September 1951. In last month’s Engine Analysis I spoke of the interest which attaches to the new products of old-established manufacturers, and the Frog “150” forms another excellent example. At the last Model Aircraft Exhibition in 1946, I remember seeing on the Frog stand, the prototype of a small diesel engine about to be put into production. This did, in fact, appear on the market shortly afterwards as the Frog” 100,” which for some years was so popular, especially as a beginner’s engine. This old timer, together with the later 160 “and” 180 “engines, has now been superseded by this latest Frog effort. It must be said that the latest Frog engine bears little resemblance to its predecessors, in type, appearance or performance, because whereas the earlier engines were chiefly noteworthy for their reliability, and fair output at moderate speeds, the new” 150” has been lifted into the super class in all these respects, In appearance, it must be confessed, the new “Frog” engine has lost some of its individuality, as it follows closely the lines of some units already on the market. At the same time, the quality and finish of the die- castings seem to have been greatly improved, so that the engine has a cleaner and neater appearance than of yore. I have had reason before to speak of the good running qualities of the Frog range, because the even running at all reasonable speeds simplifies the engine testing. The new “150” still retains this character, and the engine ran exceptionally well at speeds from 4,000 to 14,000r.p.m. It should be noted that the earlier Frog engines had a top speed of about 10,000 r.p.m., and the new figures show an exceptional advance in this respect. With this speed increase, it is only natural that some additional power should be expected, and it is in this particular that the greatest advance has been made. The peak output was found at 12.900 r.p.m., and a figure of .121 b.h.p. was recorded. This shows the remarkable increase of over 33 1/2% on old figures, and places the Frog” 150” engine in the “hot-stuff” class. I am glad to see that the new engine still retains the fuel tank, fitted, as usual, at the rear of the crankcase. TEST Engine : The Frog “ 150 “ Diesel, 149 C.C. Fuel: Frog “Powa-Mix.” . Starting : When Cold the engine was primed for starting in accordance with the makers’ recommendation. This was not necessary with a warm engine, and starting was excellent at all times. Running: In spite of its advanced design, this engine was remarkably flexible, and ran well and evenly at all tested speeds. At the higher ranges the needle setting appeared to be rather critical. B.H.P.: Starting at .058 b.h.p. at 4,500 r.p.m. the curve shows a steady rise in power to a maximum of .121 b.h.p. at 12,900 r.p.m., with a steep drop above this speed. At 10,000 r.p.m. the power was shown as .107 b.h.p., so that it is advisable to run as near the 13,000 mark as possible for best results. Checked Weight: 3.1 ozs. including fuel tank. Power/Weight Ratio: .625 b.h.p./lb. Remarks: In assessing the power/weight ratios, it must be remembered that this takes into account the fuel tank; most engines of this modem type are supplied less tank. The power/weight ratio of the Frog engine may, therefore, appear lower than some other published figures. At the high end of the speed range, fuel consumption was fairly rapid. But running at 11,000 r.p.m. on an 8 in. x 5 in. prop. the consumption was favourably measured when 15 c.c. of fuel was consumed in 5 mins. 32 secs. This was repeated before and after the main test, always giving the same results. Team race enthusiasts will recognise the economy on fuel. The time to consume fuel in the tank supplied was 1 min. 38 secs.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION DATA Name : Frog “ 150.” Manufacturers: International Model Aircraft Ltd., Morden Road, Merton, S.W.19. Retail Price : 49/6 including Purchase Tax. Delivery : Immediate. Spares : Immediate. Type: Compression Ignition. Specified Fuel: Frog “Powa-Mix” or equal parts by volume of Ether, Paraffin and Castor Oil. Bore: 5 in. Stoke: .460 in. Capacity: 149 c.c. .091 cu. ins. Advertised Weight, complete with tank: 3.125 ozs. Compression Ratio : Infinitely variable. Mounting: Beam or radial, upright, inverted or “side winder.” Recommended Airscrews : Free Flight, 8 in. X 5 in. Control Line, 8 in. x 6 in. Recommended Flywheel: 2 1/2 ozs. Cylinder : ‘Steel, hardened, ground and honed. Screwed into crankcase. Cylinder Head: Duralumin, turned and screwed to cylinder. Piston and Contra Piston: Meehanite, ground and lapped. Crankcase: Aluminium alloy, die-cast. Connecting Rod : Forged Hiduminium RR56. Crankpin Bearing : Plain. Little End Bearing: Plain. Crankshaft: Steel hardened and ground. Induction: Crankshaft rotary valve. Special Features : Although of different construction to the earlier engines in the Frog range, all the well tried and proven basic design features, including the original internal transfer passages with bevelled tops, are retained, to give high power coupled with compactness and lightweight.

Galen Lillethorup – Scale Model Aircraft Builder

By Nelson Carpenter

(Note: Nelson ([email protected]) is a member of an RC model airplane club located in Omaha, Nebraska; in the midlands of the United States. Below is an article he wrote for his club’s monthly newsletter – Tailspin. He wishes to share this story with everyone as there are many on “his side of the world” who enjoy the “Sticks and Tissue” publication.)

A short while ago I received an e-mail from a fellow modeling friend and member of the Western RC Flyers – Galen Lillethorup. An e-mail asked me to review a video that he and his son had created documenting some scale models he had built over the years. In one word about the video – outstanding!

What they had created was a documentary of Galen’s interest in flying and his background leading up to his 30 best scale model airplanes he has built over the years. Galen still has all of these early twentieth century model airplanes, and they are displayed in his home. The models are all unique because they are scale of vintage early twentieth century aircraft. The very early 13 days of aviation including British as well as American aircraft. Galen built and flew all of the balsa models as indoor electrics, and describes the actual history of each aircraft in the video. Further, Galen expresses a delema with his models at the end of the video. He solicits your comments and ideas.

The video, which Galen gave me permission to distribute, runs for 18 minutes. Given Galen’s professional career in television and advertisement, I was not surprised that the video was so well done. Lastly, I hope you all find the video as interesting as we did over here in the states. The video: https://vimeo.com/252080980 Galen can be e-mailed at [email protected]

Nelson Carpenter Omaha, Nebraska, USA

New Devil (1960 – 61) Most successful F.A.l. specification speed design in Europe. Champion of Italy, fastest at the 1960 World Champs from Aero Modeller February 1961

Since it was first introduced to Aeromodeller Plans Service in January, 1960. Ugo Rossi’s Devil has become an international favourite and it is only natural that we should bring the design up to date following the World Championship meeting. The design is altered in several respects. It uses the Jubilee model Super Tigre G.20, and a new pan, which are illustrated here. The pan is now locked from below in a more secure and vibration-free system. The cowl is longer, its platform is inset into the circle, although the engine thrust line is still neutral and most important, the control system is moved forward. For those who have wondered what type of finish Ugo Rossi uses over his red tissue-covered model, it is four coats of clear Polyester Varnish. His fuel formula is 50 per cent. Nitromethane, 10 or 15 per cent. Nitro benzine, 15 or 20 per cent. Methyl Alcohol and 20 per cent. Castor. The prop. was a reworked Tomado 6 x 8 .— and since the Rossi Bros. offer their speed pans, spinner and glowplugs for sale, this “all-commercial” design gives the speed novice a chance to ensure early success.

Boddo Twin from Bill Wells

Sometime ago I was fortunate to acquire a Boddo Twin. This is a delightful little engine constructed by CS in China. It is just like a miniature Taplin Twin but has a capacity of only 1.5 cc. Having said that my engine had some faults and I feel the workmanship could have been better. Before I could get to start the engine I had make a new prop drive! The old one was cracked (split) right through and a second crack was on its way. The connection of the carburettor tee piece to the front cylinder left a lot to be desired. Instead of a metal to metal connection of the cylinders to the crankcase I think that crankcase compression would benefit from paper gaskets. The front cylinder has if anything a loose contra piston while the rear cylinder has a tight fitting contra piston. So my starting procedure is to lower the compression on the rear cylinder by over priming it then starting on the front cylinder. Once the front cylinder is purring away increasing the compression on the rear cylinder until both cylinders are firing. Unfortunately if the rear cylinder is slightly over compressed the engine will slowly grind to a halt. Because the contra piston sticks releasing a bit of compression on the rear cylinder just doesn’t work. So setting up was a bit critical.

For its weight, 5 oz., this engine is way down on power. For a short nosed lightly loaded (low wing loading) free flight model it may well work. It certainly will look and sound the part. However I can not help thinking that a single cylinder for example a PAW 06 at 2.64ozs would be a much better proposition, easier to operate, would give more power and be cheaper!

Undertaker by D Adams a single channel sportster for 1 – 1.5 cc. From radio Modeller February 1966

Here is a pretty little low-winger which is easy to trim and is a smooth steady flier. The original was fitted with an E.D. Super Fury, but any engine of similar capacity should be suitable, although the cowling will have to be modified slightly to accommodate certain silencers. Construction The fuselage is the only item needing any detailed instructions, the flying surfaces being self-explanatory from the plan. The basic fuselage sides are made from 3/32in. sheet, with 1/8in, sheet doublers as shown on the plan. Use PV.A. or a contact cement to laminate these. After this cement the 1/8in. sq. longerons and uprights in position. If the escapement is to slide out on its tray, the 1/4in. sq. “rails” may also now be positioned. Make the engine-bearer/former assembly (using Cascamite or Araldite) and cement the sides to this, leaving to set thoroughly. Next add the two 1/4in x ¼ in. spacers at the rear of wing and cabin position. The tail block should be shaped. bushed and fitted at this stage—with the torque-rod in place. Now add the spacers and formers; planking the top decking with 3/32in. x 1/4in. and sheeting the rear fuselage with 3/32m sheet. The windshield is built integral with the fuselage, but the main part of the cabin is built as a separate unit, and is made a clip fit into position for access to the radio compartment without necessitating the removal of the wing. Make the top block for motor fairing, hollowing as necessary. This is secured with a 6BA bolt through the engine plate, and has two locating dowels which fit into the engine bearers. Finally, add the soft- block lower front cowling, and 1/4in. sheet bottom - with suitable air ducts for cooling. Shape and round off lower fuselage forward of wing, and fit the ply u/c plate and dowels. Flying The right amount of side-thrust is important, being some 5 deg. with 1.5 c.c. diesels. Make sure the washout is built-in correctly on both wing tips too. Test glide for a straight shallow glide. The original needed very little rigging adjustment with the e.g. in the position shown. First flights should be on low power, stepped up slowly to maximum, adjusting side-thrust as necessary to maintain straight flight under power. having trimmed glide by means of rudder or trim tabs as preferred. On low revs. th model should be allowed to gain height before giving any signals. Undertaker has the characteristic of maintaining a turn for some time, once one is started, opposite rudder being required to correct. This is a pleasant characteristic once one is used to it—and can be very economical on escapement turns! The designer uses a Conquest sequential escapement as this means that the next ‘correcting” signal is automatic. However, if you prefer the compound type, you’ll find it easier to make your first few turns to the side that requires two presses of the button. This will mean you need only one press for correction!

On leaving Keukonhof near to Schipol airport 10 days ago I heard the sound of an aeroplane circling and took a few snaps. The aircraft is PH-PBA. https://www.dutchdakota.nl/en/dda-classic-airlines/fleet/ph-pba/ JP

From John Mellor

Hi James You might want to stick this in next “Sticks and Tissue” or whatever it is now called. I wanted something a little different for my winter build and had kept a copy of George Stringwell’s plans for his 32” version of the Keil Kraft Sportster. David Lovegrove also flies a semi original version of this 16” span rubber powered shoulder wing machine and I have always found them attractive. I trip to my friendly printer soon had the plans enlarged 1.5X to 48” and I got on with some wood carving.

It has taken some 10 weeks to get to this almost ready to cover stage. The motor should push out some 200W and will run from 1300 3S cells via a 40 amp speed controller – most of these items I had lying around anyway hence they are a little oversized – in my book you can always manage too much power but not the reverse. Estimated weight is around 28 ounces. The construction loosely follows that of George’s apart from spruce spars and bends cut out of wood – I am a lazy builder and lamination is a bit complicated for me. Control is through a Rand GALLOPING GHOST actuator operating from my Spectrum DX6 system as used successfully in my Phleet Phoot.

Anyway I’ll let you have a further picture and report when it flies.

From Jörgen Daun

Hi James one of my first outing on the field with my Mini Rudderbug short kit from Belair up front a 0.75 Polednik diesel it flow right out of my hand now adjustment needed a true pleasure.

Showscene, from Dave Bishop of DB Sound.

One of the model flying clubs that I have belonged to since October 1958 is the Sevenoaks & District Model Aircraft Club and recently I was asked by the chairman Charles Dennis, if I could arrange a visit to Biggin Hill airfield to find out if a visit was possible to the site to see some full size statically displayed flying aeroplanes. Now the obvious choice was to get in touch with the well-known Biggin Hill Heritage Hanger where we Tatsfield people living just a mile away from where two 2 seat Spitfires gives rides to many people. The cost per ride for something around £2,750 but what stopped me asking those very busy people, happened last year. 22

The reason I didn’t ask was that I have been involved in starting a new happening in our Tatsfield Village that culminated last November 11 – 2017. I had been approached by two elderly local ex-servicemen who wanted a new Remembrance Stone to be built in the centre of the Village so that those who had given their all for this country were officially remembered on Remembrance Day. No such thing existed in the Village. Now I have told you all previously in editions of Sticks & Tissue that I am a Press Card holder and I write stories and happenings officially for newspapers and magazines. When I wrote about the two ex- servicemen’s request there was a huge response with many authorities, people and officials showing interest. I was also advised to write to any local organisation to see if they would like to come to Tatsfield and lay a wreath on behalf of their organisation. Quite quickly there were some 26 people who belonged to different organisations who were delighted to have been asked to attend the 10.40 – 11.15am event on November 11 – 2017, which was great. Included in my list of local people to approach was a request to the well-known ex aeromodeller, plus the superb public aerobatic display pilot, and now the top man in charge of Biggin Hill airfield, Will Curtiss. Sadly because of business commitments I received a reply via his secretary saying that he wasn’t available but at least he took the trouble to read the request and reply. At the same time I wrote to the Heritage Hanger (at the address of the two seat pleasure flying Spitfires), asking them if they would like to come to the inaugural Remembrance Service in the adjacent Tatsfield Village. Upon receiving no reply, I did write again to them and also telephoned them but to no avail. So from that negative response I was advised by wiser people than me that they are far too busy to deal with local villagers who live around a mile away from the ex-Battle of Britain airfield. So carrying on with the story I happen to know a very nice friendly chap named Graham (The Hat) Playfield who worked at Biggin Hill airfield in a double Blue hangered place called Shipping and Airlines. Graham was kind enough to suggest a date that he would be able to invite some Sevenoaks & District aeromodellers on Sunday April 22 which would be possible. There was so much interest in this project that we had to split the modellers up into parties of 10 with each group starting on the hour from 10am onwards till 1 pm. There is a very good café on Biggin Hills entrance called “the Lookout Café” which was used as the assembly point for each group. Some of the Sevenoaks members brought along some partners so some of the groups totalled more than 10. To start the tour, they were all assembled and seated in the pilot’s room and then Graham was introduced to them and under his guidance, off they all trooped to stop at each aeroplane in turn and learn what they were all about. When I tell you that these pristine aeroplanes are all owned by Mr Peter Greenyer and they are all of a certain 1930’s vintage. The list of these beautiful aeroplanes is as follows; a DH Dragonfly, DH 87 Hornet Moth, Civilian Coupe, Curtiss Wright Traveller, Miles Messenger, Miles Falcon, Piper L4 Cub, Rearwin Sportster and a Civilian Coupe. The spiel that Graham Playford gave about each aeroplane was an absorbing joy to listen to. There were so many facts and figures as well that everyone came away from Biggin Hill aerodrome having thoroughly enjoyed a day out, actually walking amongst aeroplanes, instead of just looking at them from barriers. Summing up the memory box, some 50 plus years ago I was a committee member of the Sevenoaks DMAC and I arranged for some 36 of them to go on a collective visit to MERCO the British model engineering factory. The club (then) had a good social life with a monthly ladies night and some 80 plus members took the girls out (all of them dressed in ballroom gowns) have a cracking dinner and dance the night away afterward the meal. Ah - me- those were the days. There is some more good news inasmuch as there is another (limited numbers) visit arranged for the Sevenoaks club members to the Army Air Corps HQ at Middle Wallop (where I commentated quite a lot years ago) on June 13. I wonder if the Horsa glider that I gave to them is still hanging up there in their museum? I have been corresponding with Andrew Boddington, the super editor of the Aeromodeller and he was checking a titled picture that I discovered on my computer’s hard drive that was taken umpteen years ago. The picture was an addition I attached about the wonderful Wakefield world cup winner the Jaguar designed by EW Evans in 1948. The title read that the person pictured was David Toyer who was always with my best man at my wedding, David “Boddo” Boddington. Now the question is, can anyone out there in Sticks & Tissue land give me a clue as to who this gentleman is that is holding that rubber powered aeroplane. There is another clue because it is in the file labelled Old Warden. Anyone know him please? Show Dates for this year 2018.

The 32nd Wings & Wheels show at North Weald aerodrome is being staged on 23rd & 24th June - 2018 at North Weald Airfield, Essex, CM16. The three Modelair Old Warden events are on May 12 -13 - May fly. July 21 – 22 –Scale and September 22 – 23 which is the Festival of Flight. All the best, Dave Bishop

The first group of Sevenoaks club members who went on a visit to Biggin Hill aerodrome on Sunday April 22.

And the second group who also went to Biggin Hill aerodrome on Sunday April 22.

Now can anyone give me a clue as to the “real” name of this gentleman holding the Jaguar Wakefield model please?

This is a scale show flyer David Wright from Jim Davies Models in Birmingham with his Jaguar model winning flight in a Wakefield completion.

My dear old pal and best man at my wedding to my wife Jan, David “Boddo” Boddington with his Tomboy 48” wingspan.

Happy commentating days at RAF Kenley with the Breightling Wing Walkers. The stunning girls are martial arts experts (apparently).

FLITEHOOK

Indoor Free Flight Meeting West Totton Centre, Hazel Farm Road, Totton, Southampton, SO40 8WU

Contact: Tel. 02380 861541 E-mail [email protected]

Café on Site

Flyers £8 Juniors & Spectators Free Flyers must be BMFA Members

Sundays 10.00a.m. to 4.00p.m.

2018

9th September 2018 14th October 2018 11th November 2018 9th December 2018 30th December 2018

2019 13thJanuary 2019 10th February 2019 10th March 2019 14th April 2019

SHILTON VINTAGE (FLY IN)

BLACKWELL FARM

Saturday 26th May 27th Sunday 27th May 2018

Details and directions for the Shilton Vintage meet on 26th and 27th May 2018.

Flying all day Saturday and Sunday. Caravans and camping available, water on site and port-a-loo. BMFA members only. Proof of Insurance required.

The Bar-be-cue will be running on Saturday evening from 7 p.m. Bring your sausages and burgers and enjoy an evening with like-minded people.

ARRIVALS FOR CARAVAN AND CAMPING AFTER 2 P.M. FRIDAY. 27

You will need to pre-book your pitch as we are limited to 10 caravans only. The site will be well sign posted with SAM35. Post code OX18 4AP

Caravans/Camping £10.00 for weekend Flying £5 per pilot.

Local facilities are available in Carterton 3 miles away.

CONTACT: Nick Blackwell Tel: 01285 657610 (evening only) Email: [email protected]

OR Boycote Beale Tel 01993 846690 Email: [email protected]

Directions:

By road from the north: Follow the A40 to Burford, at roundabout take the A361 toward Swindon, at junction for Cotswold Wildlife Park turn left onto Hen and Chick Lane. Follow lane until it bears left, here turn hard right and take the track until it ends, this is the airfield.

By road from the south From Swindon take the A361 to Lechlade and Burford. 3 miles before reaching Burford at junction for Cotswold Wildlife Park turn right onto Hen and Chick Lane, then as above.

Cocklebarrow dates for 2018 are confirmed as:

8th July 19 August 30th September For more details contact Tony Tomlin [email protected]

Middle Wallop

Event is for SAM type radio assist plus Control Line

Herewith dates for Middle Wallop

Sat & Sun 4 & 5 August Sat & Sun 8 & 9 September Sat & Sun 6 & 7 October

Event coordinator Bill Longley [email protected]

CROWD ON & RISK IT This is the story of one of Britain’s oldest andmost successful model flying clubs, Croydon & District MAC, from 1936 onwards. The club contributed much over the years to aviation, both model and full size, and the late Keith Miller compiled its history till around 1960. Now this up-dated 73 page version of the club’s history, copiously illustrated with many previously unpublished photos, takes the Croydon club’s saga up to the present day. Contributions by past and present members vividly capture the heyday of free-flight, with almost weekly contests at Chobham, Epsom or Bassingbourn. 53 designs by Croydon members have appeared in the model press and 24 of its members have represented Great Britain in World on European Championship teams. Several have gone on to notable careers in aerospace. Crowd On & Risk It covers all this and more. Just £8.00 by PayPal or cheque Contact Martin Dilly ([email protected]), phone/fax 020 87775533 or write to 20,

INDOOR MODEL FLYING 7pm to 10pm

FREE FLIGHT ONLY

ALLENDALE CENTRE HANHAM RD. WIMBORNE BH21 1AS FREE CAR PARKING IN PUBLIC CAR PARK IN ALLENDALE RD

COMPETITIONS incl GYMINNIE CRICKET & SERENE LEAGUES ALL FLYERS MUST HAVE BMFA INSURANCE FLITEHOOK NORMALLY IN ATTENDANCE Adult Flyers £5 Spectators £1.50 CONTACTS: JOHN TAYLOR 01202 232206

All dates are Tuesdays 23 January 27 February 27 March 24 April 22 May

R/C VERON CARDINAL by Phil Smith (THIS IS A FULL LASER CUT KIT ) Not a Tomboy.

Another FULL kit produced by Vintage Model Works. Built a Tomboy? Why not build a Cardinal? Try an R/C version of Phil Smith’s popular F/F design from 1951 with some modifications suggested by him. Perfect for small-field flying with a 35 inch wingspan. Power with an up to 1cc diesel/glow motor, or if preferred, electric conversion details are included with the plan. Includes: Laser-cut parts. All sheet & strip wood. Piano wire & cabin glazing. Mylar hinges. Wheels. Plan. Needed to complete will be: Covering material,Glue and a Motor. A more complete kit than others being sold on eBay and excellent value. An ideal first construction kit and an easy model to fly for the beginner or relaxed flying for the expert aero modeller. For further details,refer to, http://www.vintagemodelworks.co.uk the kits are £39.99 plus £5.99 P & P

Small Electric Scale

Belair Kits are very pleased to have commissioned renowned scale designer, Peter Rake to produce a range of small electric scale models. Wingspans are typically around 36 inch (1m) and all suit the economical 400 brushless motors and mini servos. All airframes are of traditional all wood construction and no mouldings are required. Each aircraft has been thorughly flight tested and are all proven fliers.

Call Belair on 01362 668658 or visit their online shop at www.belairkits.com

See all the collection on our website Veron Combateer - Parts Set

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Parts set for the Veron Combateer. Makes an idela sport combat model or advanced trainer. Easy to build all wood design is even easier to start with a Belair Parts Set that includes fsuelage sides, doublers, tailplane, fin/rudder and elevators, wing ribs, bellcrank mount, wing sheeting & wing tips, bulkheads, formers. Parts set includes facsimile of plan, Vac- formed canopy to original design and bellcrank.

Specifications

Combateer by Phil Smith from Veron 38in span

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Veron Combateer - Parts Set

Price: £50.00 Inc VAT

55.00 USD | 59.19 EUR

Sukhoi 26 48 inch CL Stunt - Parts Set and plan

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Parts Set for the top performing Sukhoi 26 Control Line stunt model. Features laser cut parts set with fuselage, doublers, tailplane, fin/rudder, plus ribs and wing parts, all accurately cut and ready to use.

Full size plan included. 48 inch span suiting Fox 35 or similar. Flapped wing.

Proven design capable of flying the F2B schedule and winning. Originally featured in Model Builder magazine 1988.

Price: £65.00 Inc VAT 71.50 USD | 76.95 EUR

Small Electric Scale

DH82 Tiger Moth - small electric scale range Ref: res-dh82

We are very pleased to add the DH82 Tiger Moth to our small electric scale range - a truely iconic aircraft.

Our Tiger Moth is designed to 1.23": 1ft with a wingspan of 36 inches. It suits 150 watt brushless setups with 2 cell lipoly batteries and three channel control - ESC, Rudder and elevator.

Designed exclusively for Belair Kits by Peter Rake, this model is a proven flier and quick to build. Its size means it can be left in one piece and fits in even small cars.

The parts set includes many sheets of graded balsa and plywood sheets, accurately laser cut, plus a three sheet plan and build manual.

Model Specifcations

36 inch wingspan for 150 watt brushless motors, 2 cell lipoly batteries and small electric radio - ESC, Rudder and Elevator.

Price: £70.00 Inc VAT 77.00 USD | 82.87 EUR

Albatros DV - 39" electric scale parts set

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Our Albatros is modelled at 1.31"/1' with a wingspan of 39.3 inches. Designed by Peter Rake exclusively for Belair, the model is fully CAD designed and features laser cut parts. Construction is straightforward and features modern methods.

Includes balsa, plywood and basswood parts for fuselage sides, formers, bulkheads, wing ribs, trailing edges with rib slots cut, outlines for all flying surfaces, interplane struts, tail skid, fuselage crutch, tail skid, plus smaller handy parts. Fuselage is built on central crutch system.

Specifcations of the Albatros DV

39.3 inch span, scale 1.31"/1' for small electric power setups of around 150W. 4 channel radio required - ESC, rudder, aileron, elevator and rudder. Full size 3 sheet plan with constructional guide includedPrice: £70.00 Inc VAT 77.00 USD | 82.87 EUR Regards, Leon Cole Belair Kits Tel: +44 (0)1362 668658 www.belairkits.com Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Belair-Kits/1448177428736984

New Range of Quality FF and RC Kits now available from Den Saxcoburg

It’s well known that excellent aeromodelling items are often to be found in Czechoslovakia…..the kits offered by Rudolf Heisbok are a good example…..innovative designs using traditional materials…..laser cutting to a very high standard……and all at a competitive price.

Rudolf produces a wide range of kits for sport FF and Electric RC, here are some examples

As you can see Rudolf often uses ply in his larger designs....but components are carefully designed to be as light as possible…..the standard of laser cutting is very good….edges are a brown and free of soot….plan and kit presentation is excellent…..components are supplied bagged or bundled with appropriate colour coded tags that identify their use on the plan….here are the contents of a typical kit

Sample price guides (p&p Extra):-

Robin £18.50

Sparrow (yes that lovely prop is included) £34.60

Bambi 3 (crying out for micro RC) £34.60

Pirat (RC Yellow Hooligan Thing!) £59.50

Marabu (RC Sensible Design) £62.00

I’m pleased to announce that I am now the exclusive UK agent for Rudolf’s kits……I will be stocking a few of his products shortly…..the range is wide so have a look at Rudolf’s site here:- https://www.hiesbok.eu/

If any particular designs take your fancy please let me know and I can advise on price and delivery.

You can contact me on 01983 294182 or Email [email protected]