RE: 100lbs thurst micro jet Bladon Micro Jets
That was the plan back in 2010. Now they are using a 4 cylinder piston engine instead ........... http://www.autoblog.com/2012/07/26/production-jaguar-c-x75-will-have-500-hp-1-6l-turbo/ Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 9/7/2012 10:17 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Horton 229
[quote]ORIGINAL: dan.ionescu74 Thanks' Dragan. I believe you have a lot of experience in HO 229. What is your opinion of adding an autopilot to that nice wing? I assume this will add more stability on flyght. why nobody add FPV camera? what is the maximum payload of this one? Do you think , can I use this wing for a TV stations to send live full HD images from let's say 50 km? Thanks' I will try to contact the owner in Netherlad?  I also ask Gary (through my friend). I really believ he is very good on this model. Thanks' again Dan [/quote] Dan, REALLY?........autopilot......FPV....50 km.....payload? Who are you?
Posted on: 9/2/2012 8:44 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: TAM JETS
[quote]ORIGINAL: FalconWings I really don't understand what happened to Tams. I used to swear by his products. It seems he's no longer on top of his game, perhaps on a business crossroads?? His website still shows turbine models, which has been said to have been long gone. What does Tam sell nowadays? [/quote] Cooling fan systems for NASCAR............any more questions?[:D] Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 8/14/2012 2:24 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Sky e master
[quote]ORIGINAL: gunradd Looked a Tad tail heavy but flew very well. [/quote] ???? I gotta ask".......How did you come to that conclusion? Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 7/18/2012 9:49 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: The Ultimate Jet Modeller accessory now available!!!!
Hold on to your cash boys................I understand that a certain Chinese manufacturer is going to introduce their version of the UJM Accessory at Kentucky Jets! It will be priced at $3.50 each. As always, it is un-tested and the R&D is left up to the user. Word has it the a "Tiger meat" scheme will be available this fall................ Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 7/7/2012 1:54 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Share Your Thoughts....
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Posted on: 7/4/2012 9:41 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Share Your Thoughts....
Todd, It sounds like you did all you could. I say charge the 15% re-stocking fee that was agreed to when he placed the order.........That is still more money to Joe than he would get if he sold to an individual. Technically, the product is in "used" condition. Along the same subject, generally, are you going to make the Sidewinder retracts available as electric? It would be nice to get same drawings of the Sidewinders and Taurus units so that I can avoid the "Joe Blow scenario" for my next project! Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 7/3/2012 11:59 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: New Toy UMX Mig15
I ordered mine the first day that they were posted on the web-site. I checked a couple weeks ago and it appeared that my backorder was cancelled. At first, it bothered me but I reasoned that it is too hot this time of year to fly it anyway...........So I got back from a trip Saturday and the box was sitting here waiting for me..........I test flew it on the street in front of my house at 6 am Sunday morning. What a blast! Since then, I have done flight demos in the neighborhood at 105 degrees and it performs great....even in the heat of the day. I found that the ailerons are just right at 85% on dual rate. 100% is super fast and 70% (recommended in the manual) is too slow. For those unfamiliar with the UMX stuff, be sure to follow the instruction book regarding flight trim. Fly it and set the trims. After the flight, note the surface positions, reset the trims to neutral and bend the push-rods accordingly. They fly much better that way. Apparently it allows the AS3X stabilization to work properly. Next, I plan on removing the gear and flying off the golf course.............. Now when will the "P-120 size" AS3X system going to be available?[:-] Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 7/2/2012 2:31 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: E-Flite F-4 Phantom
John, If you have an F-4 in the line up, then you have to have a Mig-21...... Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 5/15/2012 9:50 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Mike McConville jet flying!! NO WAY!!!
[quote]ORIGINAL: MMcConville I am having a blast with my Hawk. Hooked on jets for sure. That was the 4th flight on it. Have 9 on it now. Cant wait to go fly it again! [/quote] AWESOME Mike! Welcome aboard! Does this mean that Brian is FINALLY going to start building jets?[:D] Remember, you have a place to stay in PHX when come fly with us. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 4/3/2012 3:47 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Fly Eagle A-7 Corsair Build
[quote]ORIGINAL: ddlstang Lewis, you will really like it. If there is a jet that fly's like a trainer it is this one. Kind of funny, it really feels like a high wing trainer, very stable, does'nt do anything weird, never feels ''locked in'' like a sport jet but at the same time does'nt feel sporty and agile like an F-18, F15 or other like. does drop the nose a little in the turn. The Rhino fly's it good, plenty to take off but wont go too fast, have to lead any kind of verticle. Lands absolutely great ( no flaps at all ), need to carry throttle fairly heavy until where you want to land and there you are with plenty of control. [/quote] Dale, How many flights do you have on the A-7? Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 3/24/2012 8:05 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Now this is really true flying
Simply put, an engine is a primary source of power, a motor is secondary. An engine produces, a motor consumes while producing power. Wikipedia has it all jacked up...... Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 3/23/2012 11:28 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Now this is really true flying
I heard that Fly Eagle Jets is going to have one in the Tiger Meet scheme at Kentucky Jets and Lowell is going to fly it![:-]
Posted on: 3/22/2012 9:23 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Turbo props at Jet meets
There are some special considerations with prop power. As we all know, the safest place to stand when around a jet is in front of the nose. Not so with the turboprop".........this is why boats are so successful, they keep their props safely UNDERWATER![:D] Actually, I don't mind the turboprops at events. If it brings more participants, then it is good. It's up to the CD to set the rules of engagement. As long as they aren't hovering in front of me, I could care less. As with any aircraft, if flown well, we all enjoy it. With regard to turbine helicopters, again it's up to the CD as to when they can go out and loiter around. Again, no sustained hovering in the jet flyer's face should be allowed and they will be a roadblock in the pattern. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 3/7/2012 11:39 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Turbo props at Jet meets
Props are for BOATS!!! 'any questions?[:-] Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 3/7/2012 7:43 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Desert Jet Storm and the FAA
Bob, It was a witch hunt.............Yes, the field is in the middle of the desert...........COINCIDENTALLY............a full-scale just happened to fly directly over the field at 1500' while the FAA happened to be there. What an amazing coincidence considering that I have never seen any full-scale aircraft even near the site for years. There have been a couple F-16s headed to Luke at about 5000' way to the south occasionally. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 3/2/2012 3:03 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: 120-160 Warbird jet wanted
I have a turn-key, pristine BVM Mig-15 with a p-120 in it for sale. It as 3 flights on it and it comes with a BVM Jet Case.... It was bought from BVM as as Turn Key Jet and it was professionally built. Give me a call......602-318-8581 Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 2/19/2012 10:38 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Discussion on the auto stabilation trend....
Well guys, I too have been flying toy planes for too many years....I flew fixed pitch helis with belt driven tail rotors and absolutely no gyro assistanece even imagined at the time.....so what....I also have used a real live outhouse to do my "business"! What the heck does ancient history have to do with anything? Currently, I have many wonderful bathrooms with indoor plumbing and life is good. Life goes on. I ordered the UMX GeeBee with the AS 3D system as soon as it was announced and I have flown it everyday that I could since it arrived at my doorstep. Guys, this is the wave of the future. That little GeeBee is a blast to fly. It has to be flown though. The stabilization system just makes it fly great. Imave the UMX ?mig 15 on order. Every scale jet that I have flown was modeled after a full scale machine with either a yaw damper or SAS system of some kind onboard. Why in the world should a stabilizing system be banned in competition? I fly an Airbus for a living.....433 computers onboard thinking real fast all the time to make the bird fly friendly. Virtually all jet fighters have augmented control systems. Why forbid scale models for having the same? Why should I be required to fly my F-16 with no SAS? I currently do, but if as system like the AS 3D system was available, it would be onboard for sure. For you pseudo macho types.....make sure you hand crank your engine in the vehicle that you take to the flying field with a standard transmission, no anti-skid, no power steering , air bags , seatbelts, air condionioning or radio before you insist the gyros and stabilization systems should not be tolerated in your toy planes.. Now that I think about it, I STILL use an outhouse at the flying field......hmmmmm. Tailwinds, John Crowded flying fields are not a bad thing guys.
Posted on: 2/19/2012 10:31 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Leading edge slat servo torque question
[quote]ORIGINAL: rctech2k7 FenderBean, don't worry Harry put 2 additional interesting things on your topic, (1) difference between slats and LE flaps (2) automated slats originated from full scale F-86. Actually slats and LE flaps are two different devices with different characteristic but both function as high lift devices (HLD) located in the leading edge of the wings. For model planes it has been a practice to name them as the same. As per model jet advancement this could be the chance to update them in order to specify correctly. [/quote] Almost..........here is an excerpt from the Wiki files: "Handley Page also developed the Handley Page Slat (or slot, see slats), an auxiliary airfoil mounted ahead and over the main wing, which formed a narrow opening running along the leading edge of the wing to improve airflow at high angles of attack.[2] The leading edge slat was simultaneously designed by the German aerodynamicist Gustav Lachmann, who was later employed by Handley Page. The design was so successful that licensing fees to other companies was their main source of income in the early 1920s." Retractable slats that relied upon aerodynamic force for retraction were used on the outer wings of the Me-109s way before the F-86. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 2/11/2012 7:57 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Leading edge slat servo torque question
Harry, Mostly correct on the Sabre slats. There was no spring to push them out, just gravity. On the ground, they would extend of the way due to their weight. If they extended in the air, it was because they needed to be!..............air loads did all the magic. With a model, it might be difficult to duplicate this effectively. The slat tracks on the full scale plane were very loose and free moving. So some help from servos is needed to ensure symmetrical movement. I think the biggest concern on the model is the strength of the gear train. Small servos are all that is needed to overcome the track friction, but it would be a bad thing if one servo got messed up while handling the model and the other remained intact due to a weak gear train. The leading edge FLAPS are whole different ball game. I have seen linkages/servo failures where the flap extended TOO FAR. The linkage failed and the FLAP hinged all the way back against the lower wing surface. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 2/10/2012 7:59 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Need a Jetcat GSU
I have an extra GSU. Make me an offer. 602-318-8581 Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 1/28/2012 8:01 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: JT Door Sequencer
You can can use a trigger valve from BVM for the nose gear door rather than a electronic or servo driven valve. Here is the info Model: BVM5753 Air Micro Switch with mount bracket Model: BVM5753 You just "T" off of the up line to the nose gear fr the door cylinders. Mount the valve so that te nose strut activates it when retracted. The valve opens allowing air to close the doors. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 1/17/2012 7:11 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: What Happened to Trim Aircraft Wheels & Brakes?
Todd........YES there is interest! The Trim wheels and brakes are awesome. I have never had an issue with the tires coming off even without those pesky little screws tat the other guys use. The Trim brake valve is the best valve available.....once you get it figured out. The valve gives proportional braking and a "parking brake". With some tweaking, I set it up to set the brake with a pulse of down elevator which results in a smooth gradual deceleration on rollout as well as keeping the jet stopped during start. I have never had one leak in 10 years. As you may recall, we discussed this our jet rally at SVF a couple years ago. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 12/14/2011 6:03 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: sabre warrior
Or......The Phantom II".........
Posted on: 11/4/2011 6:02 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: How is the JD Enterprise JDE 54 Turbine
[quote]ORIGINAL: DennisF Catusflyer You and I JDE had settled this long ago can't see a why you are still bringing up this subject again and again to be a customer of any company you had to spend money with them in the first place so if all your claims have any truth show all these good folks your invoice copy From JDE. Dennis [/quote] HOLY CRAP!......................[:D] Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 8/24/2011 9:30 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Does gyro on rudder work against aileron?
[quote]ORIGINAL: HarryC [quote]ORIGINAL: cactusflyer Ok Harry, I have a couple vodkas onboard, I will bite on this one! if there is ALWAYS yaw in a turn. Can you explain the yaw relationships in a coordinated turn, side slip and a skid?......Assuming it's an airplane turning and not a Mini Cooper or boat. [/quote] A level turn is a combination of rotation about pitch and yaw axes. Imagine
Posted on: 7/15/2011 9:58 AM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Does gyro on rudder work against aileron?
[quote]ORIGINAL: HarryC Bob, if there is no yaw there is no turn. A turn is made by banking to incline the lift and the plane simply starts to travel sideways, on its own the bank does not change the direction the plane is pointing. The change of angle of airflow over the fin causes it to yaw into the new direction of travel. It's a constant smooth process all the way round the turn. Without yaw you have partial knife edge flight on a constant heading. [/quote] Ok Harry, I have a couple vodkas onboard, I will bite on this one! if there is ALWAYS yaw in a turn. Can you explain the yaw relationships in a coordinated turn, side slip and a skid?......Assuming it's an airplane turning and not a Mini Cooper or boat. Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 7/13/2011 6:19 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Downwind turn Myth
[quote]ORIGINAL: highhorse Yet one more partially correct answer. AND way, way off topic besides. [/quote] Yep![:-] No thread is complete until "someone" chimes in with great feats in British Aviation.......Ooooops! Did actually type that out loud?[:D]
Posted on: 7/2/2011 2:13 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Downwind turn Myth
[quote]ORIGINAL: m1morrow I fly big airplanes for a living.   This myth appears because once you turn  into a strong headwind i.e. from base to final leg you need more power to maintain the same glide path on final approach.  Thats it.  But if you get wind shear you can easily stall a plane without changing the pitch. I also hate how rc pilots call a accidental stall a tip stall..........  Its not a tip stall just a stall.  One wing just happens to be more stalled than the other causing one wing to drop more than the other.  People are just not ready for the models ground seed to pick up on the downwind leg so they pull the power back hold the nose up and stall.  The airplane's wings don't know they are going faster when they have  a tailwind. [/quote] I too fly big airplanes for a living! With regard to the tip stall comment........Have you ever heard of WASHOUT? John
Posted on: 7/1/2011 6:43 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Downwind turn Myth
OK......fair enough. You need the AOA to overcome the load factor and then then separation thing happens.....Mister Toad's wild ride into the ground! Have a great weekend! Tailwinds, John
Posted on: 7/1/2011 6:38 PM by Author "cactusflyer" in the forum "RC Jets"
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