Small 2015
05-21-2015, 01:54 PM
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If you talk to Pat again, please let him know that we hope he comes to SMALL; my daughter and I would love to meet him. We've been fans of his amazing craftsmanship for quite some time. I was thinking SMALL started in 1988, same year I joined the Air Force, which would make this the 27th year. Crazy!
05-21-2015, 02:09 PM
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Mounted the TD .049 on a newly finished Baby Flite Streak this morning so it will be ready for SMALL. Had a phone conversation with Little Rock a while ago & he's got something like 9 1/2A C/L airplanes ready. There will be at least 3 Bislobs also for the C/L circle. Looking like a great meet & glow power making a nostalgic comeback! Weather permitting; this may be the best SMALL yet! (If that's possible)
05-21-2015, 07:54 PM
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The glow power comeback is outstanding! 
My last count was 60+ models powered by .010-.09 glow & diesel engines! That alone is rare now a days. You guys rock and I only hope that we can organize a group photo or two. 
My last count was 60+ models powered by .010-.09 glow & diesel engines! That alone is rare now a days. You guys rock and I only hope that we can organize a group photo or two.
05-21-2015, 08:59 PM
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Guys...I just went through the June 2015 Model Aviation Magazine, which arrived today and guess what event is featured on page 87? You guessed it.....SMALL! I'm not sure if my conversation with Jay Smith about Cox PT-19s,1/2A models and SMALL at AMA Expo 2015 inspire his column, but check out page 8. It made me smile! 
All good for the hobby and this event. Thanks Jay!
All good for the hobby and this event. Thanks Jay!
05-25-2015, 05:06 PM
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05-25-2015, 05:12 PM
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I have several engineers from the Clan Macgreggor Distillery consulting & we intend to have it ready for SMALL.
I learned this technique from Emmet Frye. RIP. Miss that guy.
I learned this technique from Emmet Frye. RIP. Miss that guy.
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05-26-2015, 10:40 PM
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I just returned from a long motorcycle trip that included an afternoon at the Joe Nall Fly-In in SC. Getting stoked now for SMALL! I've got a lot of castor degunking and such to do this next week before packing up for Arkansas. Getting excited about reuniting with all the regular low-lifes and meeting some new ones.
05-27-2015, 03:50 AM
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I just returned from a long motorcycle trip that included an afternoon at the Joe Nall Fly-In in SC. Getting stoked now for SMALL! I've got a lot of castor degunking and such to do this next week before packing up for Arkansas. Getting excited about reuniting with all the regular low-lifes and meeting some new ones.
05-27-2015, 05:24 PM
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I just returned from a long motorcycle trip that included an afternoon at the Joe Nall Fly-In in SC. Getting stoked now for SMALL! I've got a lot of castor degunking and such to do this next week before packing up for Arkansas. Getting excited about reuniting with all the regular low-lifes and meeting some new ones.
Just 5 days to go until arrival. Praying for good weather and everyone's safe journey.
Best,
Tony & Evelyn
05-29-2015, 04:52 PM
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Spirit of SMALL: We've had more fun with this stupid POS over the last 3 years than everything else put together. Worn out several engines trying unsuccessfully to kill it.
05-29-2015, 05:41 PM
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Not to belittle the efforts of the more serious modelers. There are some really impressive models in both technology & craftsmanship. Something for everyone! Going to miss Pat Tritle this year. Love seeing his models & enjoying his company.
06-02-2015, 12:33 PM
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Work's done! Now to make my Toyota into an aircraft carrier.
Update: Rav 4 is crammed so full of model airplanes & related junk there's barely room for me to drive. I should be at the field around 9:00 am. Forecast looks very good! this'll be fun!
Update: Rav 4 is crammed so full of model airplanes & related junk there's barely room for me to drive. I should be at the field around 9:00 am. Forecast looks very good! this'll be fun!
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06-02-2015, 04:38 PM
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See ya'll sometimes on Thursday. I'll call when I get close.