RE: 14th Autogyro Flyin
Hey guys and gals, I'm packin' up and gettin' ready to "take off" for Muncie. For those of you who can't make it, please stay tuned for pics and video. Hopin' to see you there....
Posted on: 6/15/2009 1:45 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: DAG 60 maiden flight
Dave, Gorgeous model... and great video!!! The flight looked great, too. Classic lines, great overall looks... you got a winner there, Dave.
Posted on: 5/26/2009 8:35 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 14th Autogyro Flyin
You're right, Jim. We're getting closer to the big 3-days of autorotational heaven! Hope to see lots of new faces and the "regulars" there!!! Check out the flyer here. See you in Muncie!!!
Posted on: 5/26/2009 8:21 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Pitcairn PCA-2 & Cierva C-6
Emilio, Please extend my congrats to Jesus on a fine job. The PCA-2 is probably my favorite autogyro, and Jesus has done an outstanding job replicating the full size version. Thanks for sharing the great pictures!
Posted on: 5/26/2009 8:15 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 2009 Summer Gyro meet
[b][color=#990099]14th ANNUAL GYRONUTS FUN FLY[/color][/b] Attention all you Gyronuts and wannabes out there... mark your calendars for [b]June 16, 17 and 18, 2009 [/b]for this year's Annual Gyronuts Fun Fly. This year's event will be held at the magnificent AMA National Flying Field in Muncie, Indiana. Please stay tuned for the flyer which will include a map, hours of operation and hotel info. See you there!!!
Posted on: 3/1/2009 10:19 AM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 2009 Summer Gyro meet
Gary, That looks like a beautiful field you guys have up there! So... what's everyone leaning towards: Muncie or Sheboygan Falls?
Posted on: 11/27/2008 4:45 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 2009 Summer Gyro meet
Joel, You bring up a very good point, and would apply to anyone making a long trip. All the more reason to stick with Muncie for 2009. As I stated in a previous post, the thing to do would be for me to make a trip over there during their event and check it all out first. Then share the info here with you all and decide if it's a viable site for 2010.
Posted on: 9/27/2008 1:19 AM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 2009 Summer Gyro meet
Jim and Gary, Thanks for posting that. Based on that info I'm leaning back toward Muncie. The best thing for me would be to visit there during their event and see what it's all about. Anyway... I'll place my vote for Muncie for the 2009 Gyronuts Fun Fly event.
Posted on: 9/24/2008 10:24 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 2009 Summer Gyro meet
Jim, Good input. I also wondered about conflicting airspace. I share your concern. It would be a question of what control does the PRA event coordinator have over when the full size are flying. I guess it would be a good idea to at least discuss how this would be handled with them. Let me know if you end up calling them and what they say.
Posted on: 9/21/2008 10:47 AM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 2009 Summer Gyro meet
Jim, Bernie mentioned to me that the folks who run the PRA Convention in Mentone, IN would entertain the idea of having us at their event. Here is a link to the info on their site: http://www.pra.org/index.php?view=article&catid=43%3AConvention&id=99%3Amentone-convention&option=com_content&Itemid=59 If nothing else it would be a way to introduce our hobby to a lot more folks since attendence to their event would probably be pretty good. Their facility is pretty complete with showers, concession stand, etc. Might be a lot of fun to some real ones buzzing around. They had it August 5th through the 9th this year. Next year's event dates aren't posted yet, however. What does everyone think?
Posted on: 9/19/2008 9:06 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Morris 2008
Calling all Gyronuts, The weather is looking great for Friday and Saturday... check it out here [link]http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/weekend/USIL0798?from=36hr_topnav_business[/link]. Please come out and join us for the best autorotation has to offer!!!
Posted on: 9/4/2008 1:37 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 4 Bladed Teeter Head
Charlie, [link=http://www.autogyro.com/technic/pstah.htm]Check this out.[/link]
Posted on: 8/10/2008 11:01 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Morris 2008
Hey all, Sorry for missing out on this thread... it's been too long since I checked out the "Universe." Anyway, the Morris Fun Fly is almost here. If you haven't done so yet, please call the nearby hotels to arrange your accommodations. All the info is in the [link=http://www.aerobalsa.com/final_2008_flyer.pdf]13th Gyronuts Fun Fly flyer[/link]. See ya there!!! Until then, may you have many happy plop landings...
Posted on: 8/10/2008 10:52 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: LakeLand Autogyros
50's???!!! Ha! You poor things! You must have been really shivering down there. I'd take "the 50's" any day in early March. [:D]
Posted on: 3/18/2008 10:24 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: LakeLand Autogyros
Jim, It would be great to come down next year and get a break from the c-c-c-c-c-cold weather up in Chicagoland this time of year.
Posted on: 3/17/2008 8:41 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Wind Tunnel Tests of Autogyro Rotors Article
Thanks for the analysis and posting the data! Very interesting reading.
Posted on: 12/7/2007 7:45 AM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Wind Tunnel Tests of Autogyro Rotors Article
Posting it here would be great, if you don't mind. I would think there are others that would like to read it, too.
Posted on: 12/3/2007 2:56 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Wind Tunnel Tests of Autogyro Rotors Article
Exaf35, I contacted Bill F. for you and I believe he may be sending the report your way. I am interested in hearing any comments or conclusions you can offer after reviewing the test data. Thanks in advance.
Posted on: 12/3/2007 1:08 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: 13th Annual Gyronuts Fun Fly 2008
Jim, I'll bring it up at our next meeting and find out. Can you be the CD again for us?
Posted on: 11/16/2007 10:55 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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13th Annual Gyronuts Fun Fly 2008
Fellow Gyronuts, It looks like the 13th Annual Gyronuts Fun Fly is going to be at the Grundy Aeromodelers club field in Morris, Illinois for the third year in a row. The dates are set for September 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2008. Please plan now to attend this autorotational feast. I'll post more info here and on my website as the event date approaches. Until then, may you have many happy plop landings...
Posted on: 11/13/2007 10:41 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Autogyro pusher AL III
[quote]ORIGINAL: alazaro365 I’m Sorry if there are any language mistakes, I’m not fluent in English Antônio Lázaro [/quote] Antônio, No need to apologize. I understand your english perfectly. Thanks again for taking the time to share your informaiton and pictures with us.
Posted on: 11/5/2007 9:36 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: New XPG Autogyro Maiden Flight Report
Gary, Congrats! That exciting stuff. Thanks for sharing all the great info and pics.
Posted on: 11/5/2007 9:31 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Autogyro pusher AL III
Alazaro, Congratualtions on a very nice looking and flying model! What is the fuselage made of, fiberglass or foam or something else? I also found another video of yours of what looked like another pusher autogyro with a flatter fuselage... was it a prototype?
Posted on: 10/28/2007 10:30 AM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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Back from iHobby Expo...
All, I just returned from the iHobby Expo. What a great show! Cool stuff everywhere. Thanks to RC Universe for the nice pic and for writing a nice blurb about my booth and the autogyros on display. Here is what John wrote in his post #4: "Aero Balsa is right next door with their unique and interesting line of RC auto gyro kits. Offerings include models designed for either glow or electric, and all are easy to fly in spite of their odd appearance. While auto gyro's look very much like a helicopter, they fly like an airplane. Unlike most airplanes however, an auto gyro can hover motionless in a light breeze and descend vertically much like a helicopter while the pilot controls it like an airplane." Here's the link to the thread: http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_6514312/tm.htm You need to be at the show next year! Watch for the announcements and plan for it. Hope to see you there!
Posted on: 10/21/2007 10:20 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Autogyro Fun Fly is getting close!
This just in... Two more sponsors have joined the great roster we have! [b]Robart Mfg.[/b] [b]Horizon Hobby[/b] Flying Balsa Mickey Nowell Gyros Model Airplane News Backyard Flyer Dremel Micro Fasteners Great Planes Balsa USA Castle Creations Common Sense RC and of course... AeroBalsa ...and that rounds out the list for this year's Fun Fly.
Posted on: 9/7/2007 10:14 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Morris Autogyro Fly-in
I-80 is your best bet. After passing Rt. 47 at Morris continue west and take the Seneca Rd. exit. Visit my website for a map.
Posted on: 9/7/2007 10:05 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Autogyro Fun Fly is getting close!
Joel, Yes... I'll be stocked up. I'm looking forward to seeing all the Gyronuts again, and I'm hoping to see a lot of new faces and models there too!
Posted on: 9/3/2007 11:01 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Autogyro Fun Fly is getting close!
Sounds great, Jim! Just let me know if they can participate.
Posted on: 8/31/2007 10:16 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Autogyro Fun Fly is getting close!
Guys! Two new sponsors have joined the great roster we have! [b]Castle Creations[/b] [b]Common Sense RC[/b] Flying Balsa Mickey Nowell Gyros Model Airplane News Backyard Flyer Dremel Micro Fasteners Great Planes Balsa USA and of course... AeroBalsa More to come...
Posted on: 8/30/2007 11:19 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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RE: Autogyro Fun Fly is getting close!
Nitrohog, While we don't have a swap meet, I've seen a transaction or two take place at past events. If nothing else, this is the place to see what these autorotating creations are all about and to ask questions. It would be great have you there -- and anyone else interested in them. There will be plenty of experienced experts on hand, and I know of at least two or three manufacturers that will be there.
Posted on: 8/19/2007 10:02 PM by Author "AeroBalsa Mike" in the forum "AutoGyros"
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