RE: Dakota Bipe.
Sorry for barging in, I couldn't resist :) I had built the Osprey -R/C version of the Dakota- 20+ years ago. Recently I replaced the broken sheet wings with built-up wings and converted it to electric. It doesn't yet fly as well as I'd hoped but it will soon :) (I have to lighten the tail - it's way too tail heavy).
Posted on: 4/20/2012 11:31 PM by Author "atesus" in the forum ""1/2 A" & "1/8 A" airplanes"
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RE: Any plans for 2.4Ghz micro receiver?
Is there any updates on these receivers? Will need a couple very soon...
Posted on: 11/4/2010 3:21 AM by Author "atesus" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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RE: Help needed to identify a plane (identified as Joe Wagner's Osprey)
I'm finally done with the rebuild. I gave my 21 yr old model AKA "Lady Sunflower" built-up wings with flat-bottom airfoil, I enlarged the upper wing to 36" and the lower wing to 31". Too bad I couldn't come up with a good way of incorporating the wing struts with the rubber-band mounting and all... And I converted it to electric. Although technically not an original Osprey, I believe it still maintains Osprey's charm. Maiden flight to follow.
Posted on: 6/18/2010 2:19 AM by Author "atesus" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Any plans for 2.4Ghz micro receiver?
Super! Thanks for the quick answer.
Posted on: 6/10/2010 10:34 AM by Author "atesus" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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Any plans for 2.4Ghz micro receiver?
Does Hitec have any plans for a small 3/4 ch 2.4Ghz receiver? I'm very happy with my Optima 7's I have but I could definitely use something smaller in my RES sailplanes. Thank you!
Posted on: 6/10/2010 2:16 AM by Author "atesus" in the forum "Hitec/MultiPlex Radios- Ask Hitec Customer Service"
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Help needed to identify a plane (identified as Joe Wagner's Osprey)
Hello all, I built this biplane about 20 years ago from plans. The plans are long lost, and I have no other information on the plane. It looks very much like Joe Wagner's Dakota, except for the tail surfaces where my model has more rounded angles. The wingspan is around 30" and the plans were for 2-channel RC with .049 power. Any ideas about this plane's identity? Your help is much appreciated. The original sheet wings sustained a lot of damage over the years, so I'm now giving it built-up wings from Northwest Dakota plans and converting it to electric power.
Posted on: 2/24/2010 1:28 PM by Author "atesus" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Help needed to identify a plane (identified as Joe Wagner's Osprey)
Aviation magazine. Atesus Osprey build thread: http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=901894
Posted on: 2/24/2010 2:17 AM by Author "atesus" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: Help needed to identify a plane (identified as Joe Wagner's Osprey)
I believe I found it! It looks like it's Osprey, another fine Joe Wagner design... Many thanks to all who took a look. ... from RC Store web site Osprey Description:This 1/2A all-balsa cabin biplane is easy to build but incorporates unique design features such as easy-to-duplicate, molded balsa wings and a slide-in radio and engine tray that provides easy access to all equipment. Wing loading is perfect for slow, Additional Information: relaxed flying. This Joe Wagner design is a sure hit for small fields. WS: 30 in.; L: 26 in.; engine: .049; 2 channels; 1 sheet. Difficulty Level: Item Number: FSP03881 X03881 $14.95
Posted on: 2/22/2010 11:13 PM by Author "atesus" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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