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Rubber Powered Model Airplanes |
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ISBN 0-938716-19-0, $14.95
"5¾ X 8¼", 168 pages
Quality Paperback |
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This comprehensive manual
covers rubber powered model airplanes from the simplest
beginner's trainer through gradually more complex designs
including winning scale and duration fliers. |
Even if you have never
built a model before, the simple line drawings and detailed
photos will give you the tools and teach you the techniques that
will result in light, sturdy model airplanes that will surprise
and delight you with their sustained flights. |
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"...THE book I would
recommend to anyone, of any age starting out in free flight." |
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-Bob
Meuser, National Free Flight Digest |
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"...one of the best and
most practical books on rubber powered models." |
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-Earl
Van Gorder, Flying Models Magazine |
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"...universal. Good value
for the bookshelf." |
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-English Aeromodeler Magazine |
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"...A tool to bring
aeromodeling to the public." |
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-Ed
Whitten, Model Aviation Magazine |
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| Some important topics covered include: |
- Plans for 2 all sheet
balsa models that can be built in hours and are capable of flights
exceeding one minute indoors or out.
- Plans for stick and tissue models that introduce the builder
to more complex projects.
- Many techniques that simplify construction, add strength and
reduce weight.
- Propeller construction and design simplified so every novice
can build and even design contest winning props.
- The secrets of flight trimming as the experts do it.
- Scores of new ideas on how to add terrific scale details.
- The ABC's of how to design your own models including Canards,
Biplanes and Flying Wings.
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It's All Here ...
The models, materials and methods. Learn how to work with the newest
materials and adhesives and how to choose the right ones for every
type of model. This book shows you the difference between kits and
"scratch building" and how to modify any kit for better endurance
and appearance. |
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Don Ross, the
author, has been building models since 1942. His designs have
appeared in magazines and his "Fledgling" classes have added scores
of young and "retread" modelers to the active scene. Don specializes
in "synthesizing" difficult technical information into simple,
straightforward "how to" basics that make experts out of rank
beginners. |
Rubber Powered
Model Airplanes takes the "mystery" out of building successful free
flight models. Whether you're thinking of building a kit, or
considering an original design; whether you build for fun or
competition, this book's for you. |
