| Maiden 03/19/2005:
Wow! What a plane. I have nicknamed it the Gentle Giant. It
has an abundance of power, and I only had 3/4 throttle. I hadn't
noticed a binding throttle pushrod. I was also running it pretty
rich while the ST breaks-in. Biggest surprise?
The prop torq! It pulls hard to the left on takeoff. I think
I need some more right thrust. Downthrust, too, for that matter.
It want to climb at full (actually 3/4) throttle. 5/8 inch aileron
throw was recommended. It will turn the plane, but even at 2+
inches of throw on high rates, I would have liked some more.
I guess that is how a scale plane behaves. Scariest
Moment? On takeoff, the right wheel pant got twisted
downward in the tall grass. I was afraid that a landing might
result in a crash. All went well. No damage! Lots of construction
pics by request! |
SPEC:
Wingspan: 80 in
Wing Area: 1120 sq in
Length: 54.5 in
Weight: probably 12 lbs |
Kit Started: 11/1/2004
Kit Finished: 03/16/2005
Maidened: 03/19/2005
Status: Active Service
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POWER:
Engine: Super Tigre 2000 (20cc)
Prop: 18x6
Radio: Futaba XAS |
