RE: GP Spirit fin and rudder dimensions needed
Is this the Spirit Elite (2M), or the Spirit 100 (100ins). I only have the ARF versions, but others would need this info anyway. Good luck.
Posted on: 7/21/2012 5:09 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Use Ultracote or Ultracote Parklite for 2X4 Glider?
As the sayings go, "Take off's/launches are optional." "You fly, you crash." I assume your granddaughter will be flying too. How much flying experience do you have? If yes, and not much are your answers, I would be inclined to go with the stronger covering. In your other thread, you talked about using an .049 engine, so I would think cleaning the fuel from the plane will also be required, less chance of a finger going through the wing. I'm surprised you are still looking at ailerons on a poly trainer, Oh well.
Posted on: 4/23/2012 6:05 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Add a Channel to 2-Channel X 4' Sailplane?
I agree with Fleet, KISS!! A polyhedral sailplane doesn't need ailerons anyway. Changing from 2/3 channel to four really isn't that hard. Put your rudder control on your right hand stick where ailerons would be controlled. Your elevator is already there, so you are basically flying using one stick only. When you decide to go four channel, you're already using that stick and will only need to get used to the rudder on the left stick on occasion. I say on occasion as you will probably have ailerons and rudder working together anyway. Just my two penneth worth.
Posted on: 4/14/2012 8:01 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: pilot qualifications
You mentioned that AMA has nothing for sailplanes. Do they have something for power? Other than the obvious, the engine, I would think you could go with modification of power guidelines. As already mentioned, the ability to launch safely via a winch or hi-start, but don't forget the powered sailplane in your wording. I'm interested in this myself as I have just become the Safety Officer at our club. There are many aspects to sailplanes that power doesn't have though. How to handle a pop-off for one. Don't park a vehicle right behind the winch as a pop-off could end up with a nasty dent in a door, etc. I've seen that happen. Same issue, vehicles in the final approach area. Seen dents there too. Make sure the pilot can show ability to turn 360 in both directions with minimal loss of altitude and maintain control of the sailplane. I don't know that "spot landings" are critical for newbe pilots. Lat them take as much of the field as is available, just stay away from the winch lines. Asking them to spot land may end up with over concentration on hitting the target and not on their surroundings. You could do it in a grade method. grade one: ability to control the plane in the air (once launched by you or insructor, and landed by you or instructor after demonstration of ability), and so on. I flew full scale sailplanes as a teenager in England and was winch launched, and there are some commonalities between the two winch methods. Cable break in full scale would be like a pop-off on RC. I can tell you that you don't "come over the top' (loop) with full scale though. My mind is going in overdrive for what you could do, but you don't want to run off pilots. then again, you want safety too. My two penneth
Posted on: 2/16/2012 1:59 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Do you use FrSky Modules and Receivers?
Hey aeajr, I saw your post and looked as I'm "kind of" interested in converting my 9cSuper to 2.4 on some of my planes too. I did some looking and although there's a bunch of stuff out there, I randomly looked at these two sites below. One fairly positive and one not so. http://www.aero-nuts.com/product_info.php?products_id=636 (this has a you tube video atteched) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYj1t5Dh_6E Keith
Posted on: 1/30/2012 8:48 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Glider Towing Vid
I must say that, I think that was one of the nicest, smoothest tow vids I've ever seen. It looked like a full scale tow. Compliments to both pilots.
Posted on: 1/11/2012 8:12 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Radian RTF - Will this area be large enough to fly
Assuming you have the "real football pitch[:D]," the American football field and the baseball diamond, you have a ton of room. Actually, any one of the three should be enough to fly from and land depending on experience.
Posted on: 1/8/2012 2:09 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Jet Sailplane - need advice
Don't know anything about the Opus (probably out of my price range at 800 pounds sterling, or whatever it is in $), so I can't say I'm surprised that I got the wing span wrong. The only comparison I got for size was the launch and I really wasn't paying that much attention as my focus was on the primary subject of this thread, the power source.
Posted on: 12/30/2011 7:01 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Jet Sailplane - need advice
Well, i just looked on YouTube and there were videos about turbine powered sailplanes. One, not a scale ship, but looked to be around 3M (an Opus), was turbine powered with a 3lbs thrust jet motor. I think one of the scale planes was 9M, unfortunately crashed.
Posted on: 12/29/2011 11:04 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Jet Sailplane - need advice
If you go on to YouTube and search for jet powered RC sailplanes, I bet you will find something on there to give you a good wing span reference. Like the other guys, I think you are looking at way too small a wing for turbine power.
Posted on: 12/29/2011 10:54 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Wicked composite gliders - decent prices
QUACK
Posted on: 11/18/2011 9:38 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: BOT, Paragon or Riser 100?
I have a friend that built a Riser 100, a Spirit Elite, then an Oly III. He loves all of them but says the Oly III is a spectacular flying plane. If you decide to build one, be sure to read the build notes on line at Skybench. If you go to the "other" RC site, I'm pretty sure you will find a build thread on the Oly III.
Posted on: 9/7/2011 11:59 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: BOT, Paragon or Riser 100?
I built a Riser 100 and loved it (past tense is intended :-( ). I also have a BOT that was a kit, not ARF. Of the two, I prefer the Riser. None of mine are E powered so I can't help you there. Have you looked at the kits that SKYBENCH makes? Some very nice planes there. If you enjoy building, you can get a "large" Merlyn. I had one (past tense again). It decided it didn't want to live with me any more and flew away. I need to clarify one thing. This Merlyn was the original kit built some 25yrs ago. It had been mine for about two months. Back on subject: The Oly's would be worth a look see, as would Ray Hayes version of the BOT (Big Bird, ect.
Posted on: 9/6/2011 2:29 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Looking for Newbie pilots to explain why you suggest motors on gliders?
I flew full scale off of a winch. Maybe I'm reliving my childhood through RC sailplanes, who knows. As said above, I love the convenience of pulling out my Radian Pro and flying anywhere, any time. BUT, my preference is the winch. If someone came to me and started the BS of telling me what I should do with my plane(s), I don't think I would be very nice. My flying preference is not meant to change anyone elses, and visa versa. Just my 50c worth (inftation).
Posted on: 7/8/2011 11:15 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Looking for Newbie pilots to explain why you suggest motors on gliders?
My typical method of launching is by winch, sometimes hi-start. I do own one electric powered sailplane, a Radian Pro. Although I do consider myself a purist, [b]I do enjoy the convenience of plugging in a battery and launching when time, or limited space really doesn't allow the use of the winch or hi-start.[/b][i][/i] I do think that an electric powered sailplane is a really good idea over the "purist" methods of launching for someone learning to fly because they can [b]spend more time flying and less time pulling out winch line or stretching a hi-start[/b][i][/i]. Typically, the newbie doesn't have extended flight times, so the ability to descend to a landing approach but power up instead of landing, I think, would be very beneficial. Just my opinion. In the first part, remove, "I do" and replace with, "you may." The second part, just read it.
Posted on: 7/7/2011 9:14 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Looking for Newbie pilots to explain why you suggest motors on gliders?
My typical method of launching is by winch, sometimes hi-start. I do own one electric powered sailplane, a Radian Pro. Although I do consider myself a purist, I do enjoy the convenience of plugging in a battery and launching when time, or limited space really doesn't allow the use of the winch or hi-start. I do think that an electric powered sailplane is a really good idea over the "purist" methods of launching for someone learning to fly because they can spend more time flying and less time pulling out winch line or stretching a hi-start. Typically, the newbie doesn't have extended flight times, so the ability to descend to a landing approach but power up instead of landing, I think, would be very beneficial. Just my opinion.
Posted on: 7/7/2011 8:40 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Cometition sailplane?
Anything against foam? I recently got my first "electric powered sailplane," the Radian Pro. I'm a purist and didn't want to venture to the E-power side of sailplanes, but for convenience of launching and a bloody good flier, the Radian Pro is an outstanding full house sailplane.
Posted on: 6/17/2011 4:50 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Cometition sailplane?
Not wishing to be a total jerk about your question, but it's so vague you may not get the answers you are looking for, even if a number of people responded. I would imagin that some won't respond because of that. May I suggest that you put down a monatery amount that "you" can afford. What you call affordable may be out of my range. Would you prefer a kit, moldie, or one like the Dragonfly Strong, a glass fuse and built up wing? Do you want a RES or full house, does that matter? You could go look at soaringusa.com and arthobbies.com. to name just two companies. That might give you some idea what's out there. Good luck.
Posted on: 6/16/2011 10:25 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: First time soaring today, AWESOME!
Welcome to the dark side (or so the power guys think[:D])
Posted on: 6/9/2011 4:33 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: FUtaba receiver
I had couple of Electron 6's have an overheating issue. A diode was overheating (caused chatering of the servos). About 9 mos to a year ago, I sent the last one back to HiTec to be repaired. They contacted me saying they were being discontinued and sent me another (supposedly better) HiTec RX. I'm glad to see that there's a supply of them around.
Posted on: 5/9/2011 9:31 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: FUtaba receiver
I'm not 100% sure, but I think you will find the Electron 6 discontinued [:o] but hopefully can still find them. I really liked the E6 for its size and actually took the case off for one of my planes.
Posted on: 5/9/2011 8:00 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Need your opinios please..
I would investigate the Radian Pro. It's a full house, (ailerons, flaps, rudder and elevator) and electric powered. I fly sailplanes of various sizes and also have one of these (my only electric powered sailplane). As a plane that you pick up and go with, along with durability, I'm not sure you can go far wrong. It comes in a couple of different "formats." "Bind and fly", which is everything (servos installed, battery and charger, radio system), and "plug and play" (servos installed, maybe battery). You will need your own TX, RX and charger. If you get it with everything, the radio system is 2.4. If you want to get fancy with this plane, being a full house, you will need a programable, 7+ channel radio. I think the one that comes with the plane is a 6 channel. For absolute lazy flying you have the Radian (rudder, elevator, motor) which is more of a polyhedral wing.
Posted on: 4/19/2011 6:43 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Whats the difference?
One other way I've heard it explained is as follows: Either one can be powered to get to altitude, or use a winch, histart, etc. A glider, is an unpowered aircraft that once at altitude is unable to sustain or increase the altitude by thermals, slopes, etc. A sailplane, is an unpowered aircraft that once at altitude can sustain or increase the altitude by thermals, slopes, etc. Is this right or wrong? I have no idea. As a kid I flew full scale. The initial trainer was nicknamed "The flying brick" because when released from the winch, it was good for flying the airfield boundary. A glider for sure.
Posted on: 7/21/2010 1:35 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: New airfoil for Bird of Time?
Go to Skybench aerotech (skybench.com should get you there). Check out the "Bird" series. My understanding is this is a better version of the BOT. It's not a BOT but looks similar. Keith
Posted on: 8/16/2009 1:22 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Which Transmitter??????
If I'm not mistaken, the 9c super isn't made any more. They may still be around (new) but I don't know about buying a brand new dodo. I have the 9c Super and love it, but eventually I may be screwed for repairs. Isn't Multiplex coming out with a new TX any time now that's supposed to be the "dogs B*ll*cks" for sailplanes.
Posted on: 6/13/2009 10:18 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Sig riser?
FLew mine this past weekend and am now a member of the "folded wings club." My new winch took pleasure in leaving me bits and pieces. I've launched many times on an older winch, but this one is a lot more powerful. The last time I flew it I did ground loop it, so I may have weakened the joiner box and the winch finished it off. Keith
Posted on: 5/13/2009 11:45 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Sig riser?
I have the "100" and have a great time with it. Kind build and great flier. Make sure to build in the spoilers, you will need them. Keith
Posted on: 5/10/2009 10:27 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Mystery Glider
Boy, that sand is really white.[:D]
Posted on: 3/9/2009 12:16 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Sailplane Calendar
If you don't mind full scale, go to SSA (soaring Society of America). They have a 2009 calendar for sale.
Posted on: 12/6/2008 1:35 PM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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RE: Solo Up-start use - line retrieval?
Once your plane has left the up-start, you fly and hopefully land safely. Your up-start chute will bring the line down in your direction (subject to wind direction). When you've landed, you walk to the up-start chute, pull it back to your launch site and start the process all over again. No fancy retrievers for these things, just leg work.
Posted on: 11/18/2008 1:47 AM by Author "kwmtrubrit" in the forum "RC Gliders, Sailplanes and Slope Soaring"
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