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Dec 22, 2007 4:03:50 GMT -5
Post by kazzba007 on Dec 22, 2007 4:03:50 GMT -5
I have completed my PSS project (MIG-15) and and need some advice on a new project that I am eyeing up. Does anyone have any experience with Neil Mchardys plan of the Lavochkin La-5.
My slopes here generally 8-20 knots windspeed but mostly around the 8-12 knots generally and am wondering if this model will be able to suit the conditions or I need to look at a model with more floatability! I also though of Paul Janssens Mig3 ashas anyone experience of this model ?? I prefer balsa models but will give the glass fuse method a go if I have to.
Rob
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Dec 24, 2007 4:24:28 GMT -5
Post by Phil Cooke on Dec 24, 2007 4:24:28 GMT -5
Hi kazzba007, Good to hear you have finished the MiG-15!! ;D Do please send us a piccie or 2 for the gallery page - webmaster@pssaonline.co.uk Re: the La-5 This model will float around quite nicely so long as you dont build it too heavy... built sensibly Im sure it will soar fine on your slopes in 10mph winds. Re: the Mig 3 Have you seen Pauls own site on this plan?? www.pjmodelclassics.be/He gives a brief description, stating that the model is happy with winds >10mph, but then I think Paul flies of sand dunes compared to some of the UK slopes... so my advice would be the same, build light and Im sure both models would have similar performance. Certainly both designs have sufficient wing area for a light loading potential!! Keep us informed of progress... all the best, and Merry Christmas! Phil Cooke
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Dec 24, 2007 16:56:53 GMT -5
Post by kazzba007 on Dec 24, 2007 16:56:53 GMT -5
Hi Phil,
Will send a pic of the Mig-15 in the next week trying to get a shot in the air. Its had now 2 x 30 minute flights and flys great in even the light sea breeze site which I prefer. But needs some more details like a pilot! and the second set of wing fences put on before it is acceptable!.
Still thinking of which of the two models to build. I prefer to build in wood but like the size and shape of Pauls Mig3
Thanks again for your advice. Rob
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