RE: ARIXTRA Build Thread by ISAAC NAJARY
Bill, here's another option to try [link=http://www.aerobertics.be/products.php?searchString=arixtra]Arixtra[/link]
Posted on: 5/20/2013 1:31 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: HOUSTON
Hi JP, Mark listed in his response my RC Club, Space City RC which is located in Katy TX a WNW suburb of Houston. We have 7-8 active pattern flyers and the facility is well suited for pattern practice. Here's a link to an RCU thread containing info on our 2012 pattern event. [link=http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_11012066/mpage_1/key_/tm.htm]Space City 2012 Spring Pattern Classic[/link] Here's an aerial video shot by an RC helicopter which showcases the pit area and overfly area. [link=http://youtu.be/fK3J0vHn8e8]Aerial Video[/link]
Posted on: 8/17/2012 3:54 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: NATS and D6
....thanks guys Arrived Friday midday, met up with several D6 guys at a super secret practice site. Spend half the day today at the AMA site net working and catching up with old friends. Competition begins tomorrow. D6 is well represented in all classes, especially Advanced. I believe 6 of the 21 Advanced pilots are from D6.
Posted on: 7/22/2012 9:13 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Proposed 2013/2014 Sequences
[quote]ORIGINAL: MTK [quote]ORIGINAL: rcprecision My initial concern about the proposed Masters sequence is time. Has anyone timed the sequence? The current Masters sequence takes me an average of 8mins from take-off to landing. Even though the proposed sequence has 17 airborne maneuvers it contains a half clover, triangle Loop, reverse cuban eight, eight sided loop and a ¾ figure eight which
Posted on: 5/17/2012 9:20 AM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Proposed 2013/2014 Sequences
My initial concern about the proposed Masters sequence is time. Has anyone timed the sequence? The current Masters sequence takes me an average of 8mins from take-off to landing. Even though the proposed sequence has 17 airborne maneuvers it contains a half clover, triangle Loop, reverse cuban eight, eight sided loop and a ¾ figure eight which these maneuvers can take considerable time to execute. The figure z and center top hat when performed big can also take considerable time.
Posted on: 5/16/2012 7:19 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
John F - see post 21, there's a link to the photos you're referencing.
Posted on: 5/10/2012 2:42 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
Event photos... [link=http://www.spacecityrc.com/scrcpattern12/index.htm]SCRC 5th Annual Spring Classic Photos[/link]
Posted on: 5/9/2012 1:18 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
The SCRC club's 5th annual spring pattern classic was a success. There were 31 pilot which flew 5 rounds. The weather was perfect by Texas standards, high 80s, low 90s with light to moderate winds from the south which lessened impact of the humidity. Yes, summer in Texas has arrived. The following attachments include the standings and a listing of equipment used by the competitors. I want to express my deepest thanks to SCRC club members for their continued support and the pilots who attended to make this 5th annual spring pattern classic event a huge success. Pictures will be posted soon.
Posted on: 5/7/2012 2:57 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
Thanks Dean!
Posted on: 5/3/2012 8:02 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
Space City has plenty of room for folks to park campers, travel trailers or motor homes. As for shade, here's a video shot in 2010 at the club's Heli fun fly. It provides a good aerial perspective of the facility. [link=http://youtu.be/fK3J0vHn8e8]Video[/link] Weather report for the weekend looks outstanding.
Posted on: 5/1/2012 8:38 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Barry Raborn's (u2fast) New Ride for Top Gun
Barry - thoroughly enjoyed last Sunday at Bomber Field witnessing the the Hawk's maiden...thanks for the invite. Have you ordered the matching Spitfire yet?...lol...[;)]
Posted on: 4/25/2012 4:53 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Jets"
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RE: Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
bump...
Posted on: 4/24/2012 6:55 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: NSRCA Candidate Rules Proposal Survey is available
[quote]ORIGINAL: can773 Who is going to design airframes specifically for AMA Sportsman thru Masters? Would it not make sense for a producer of a pattern kit, to design it to be able to be legal worldwide for a larger sales base? In that case many would fly it under FAI rules which remain at 5kg, so it would make sense to design for that rule set...no? [/quote] Chad’s observation hits the preverbal nail directly on the head in my opinion.
Posted on: 3/30/2012 12:28 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: District 6 Contest 2012
Couple of questions regarding the D6 calendar: - is the Dixie (Baton Rouge) event on for April 21, 22? - will there be an event in the San Antonio area thi year? If yes what are the dates? Brian Clemmnos - how do I add an event to the NSRCA calendar and or D6 web site?
Posted on: 3/25/2012 11:13 AM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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Houston, TX Pattern Contest May 5th-6th
Space City RC Club located in Katy TX (West Houston suburb) will be hosting its 5th annual Pattern Spring Classic May 5th & 6th. See attached documents for details.
Posted on: 3/23/2012 12:10 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Patriot Resurrection
Matt looks great! No excuse then for not attending the Space City (Houston) Spring Pattern Classic May 5th and 6th. Just kidding. We are expecting a good turn out again this year, hope you and others from LA can attend.
Posted on: 3/16/2012 1:14 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Source for some Nomex honeycomb
Is this what you're looking for? [link=http://www.acpsales.com/OnlineStore.php?cat=5367]ACP Composites[/link]
Posted on: 3/8/2012 2:19 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Sealing hinge gaps
Use 3M Blenderm tape if your single goal is to seal the gap for aerodynamic benefits. It's available at your local drug store. Also Du-Bro offers it so it may be at you local hobby shop as well. The tape sticks extremely well plus has stretch/flexible like properties. If the above plus cosmetic cover-up is your goal use iron on Monokote or Coverite cut to size folded in V shape to fit the hinge groove then apply iron heat to seal the edges. A trim iron works great for this task allowing you to iron down inside the hinge groove.
Posted on: 3/7/2012 9:42 AM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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Royal Coachman
Recently completed project. A scratch built Royal Coachman, a Don Dewey design from 1965 RCM plans. Modified for E-power, added ailerons, carbon landing gear plus pull-pull rudder control. My brother and I logged many flight hours on this design back in the late sixties early seventies at the local football field, courtesy of the University of Pittsburgh. Then outfitted with a Bonner RC system (rudder, elevator) and a OS Max 15 (no throttle). Now Futaba 14MZ RC system, mini Futaba servos thru-out powered by a Rimfire .10 electric motor using 3SP 2200 mAh batteries. RTF weight is 2lbs 4ozs. It's covered with orange Monokote and black (carbon fiber pattern) Coverite.
Posted on: 2/23/2012 9:42 AM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "Golden Age, Vintage & Antique RC"
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RE: NATS 2012
...from the NSRCA site Registration day is Sunday July 22nd with flying starting on Monday July 23rd. The last day of the Nationals is Thursday July 26, 2012.
Posted on: 2/8/2012 8:19 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Measure the length of a pattern plane
[quote]ORIGINAL: jrpav1 Legend has it that the ''F3A'' spinner profile (shorter than a ''standard'' spinner profile) came about as a result of the size rule: it allows more ''airplane'' to fit within the length constraint. :) John Pavlick [/quote] ...and a few grams of weight savings plus IMHO they look better on the current fuse shapes compared to a standard shape spinner.
Posted on: 2/8/2012 9:47 AM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Measure the length of a pattern plane
Method used to measure aircraft length at the 2011 Worlds in Muncie, IN.
Posted on: 2/7/2012 8:26 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Pattern Rules Proposals
please delete
Posted on: 2/7/2012 8:22 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Could our hobby be considered a Sport?
What Wikipedia says... Sport may be competitive, where a winner or winners can be identified by objective means, and may require a degree of skill, especially at higher levels Sports are usually governed by a set of rules or customs. I'd say the answer is Yes...
Posted on: 12/16/2011 12:34 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: CAELESTIA NEW F3A 2011
Very Nice... Colin - [link=http://www.znline.com/produits.php?langue=english&cle_menus=1023262912&cle_data=1294145011]ZN's[/link] web site indicates $1750 euros for the the basic white. Chad - will there be an oppurtunity to order one with preferred paint colors applied to standard scheme for a nominal up charge?
Posted on: 10/27/2011 3:00 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: Contra Rotating Propeller Drive for f3a 2m Pattern Planes
Brian, Great looking MidRex. Looking forward to your flight report. Appears in your color scheme you requested OXAI to swap the white for yellow. Was there an extra fee for that?
Posted on: 10/13/2011 11:05 AM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: North Dallas 2011'
Marcelo, Here's the web link to Mark's web site [link=http://www.insightrc.com/index.html]InsightRC[/link] I'm sure Mark will chime in with more details at his earliest opportunity.
Posted on: 9/29/2011 10:19 AM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Pattern Prop
Agreed "pattern prop" is a label...however it's a label with a few implications. Google search found this write-up on Central Hobbies web site.... "Just as model airplane engines aren't all alike, so props vary quite a bit in quality and durability from make to make. When choosing the best prop for your plane/engine, you should keep several factors in mind. Plane size & weight, airfoil, thrust-to-weight-ratio, engine rpm, brake horsepower, and other factors, like the use of tuned pipes to boost rpm & torque, are handy things to consider when selecting a prop size." "The nature of Pattern flying demands agility in maneuvers, proper control of airspeed at all times, fast response, and good thrust. Matching the right prop to your engine and plane will make a big difference in every flight, in every maneuver. While engine rpm and a prop's angle of pitch will have a lot to do with the plane's speed, the prop's diameter and pitch will determine the rpm. Power, speed, and control should be balanced out, which means that, for the happiest results, the plane and the engine and the prop need to be properly matched." Although this is targeting glo power...same thought process also applies to electric power.
Posted on: 9/23/2011 1:35 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "RC Pattern Flying"
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RE: Sebart Wind S Pro
jjldk, In low light conditions also consider sunglasses as a tool to improve aircraft visibility. In even cloudy low light conditions it can be an advantage to wear sunglasses that not only managed glare but also brightens the sky’s contrast along with enhancing visibility of certain colors of your planes scheme. I wear yellow and amber tinted sunglasses in low light conditions which enhances the cub yellow the primary base color on my plane's color schemes. The sunglasses I wear come from [link=http://www.modelglasses.com]RC Model glasses[/link]. Several of their offerings have interchangeable colored lenses that work well in various light conditions and for enhancing different colors like yellows and reds. Ask a tennis player what blue colored sunglasses do for a chartreuse/lime green colored tennis ball.
Posted on: 9/20/2011 6:13 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: Alternate ESC's
Dick, still interested, email me @ ghwatson@comcast.net with the terms. Do you fly most weekends? Sure would like to see the contra system fly up close and personal.
Posted on: 9/16/2011 4:24 PM by Author "rcprecision" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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