Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
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Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
I'm looking to get a 25% - 30% of one of these but I can't make up my mind on which plane that I want. Any of you guys got suggestions or explanations on the differences in the models?
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
the choice might depend a LOT on what kind of flyiing you like to do (what performance you expect from the plane). Assuming reasonable "scale" configuration, the Decathlon has a semi-symetrical or symetrical wing chord which allows for excellent aerobatic performance, expecially when appropriately powered (while a Citabria is basically a Decathlon with a flat-bottom or Clark-Y airfoil). The Taylorcraft should have a nearly flat-bottomed (or Clark-Y) airfoil which will not provide the same aerobatic performance, but shoud be a nice "Sunday Flyer" and will require less engine power to provide that kind of performance. General construction of both is similar as the airframes are much alike. The Citabria and Taylorcraft will perform much alike, the Decathlon needs more power but is fairly aerobatic...
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
mondieu01,
Build the Taylorcraft and clip the wing. If it has the scale airfoil (23012), it should be a beautiful flying bird.
Good luck,
Darrolair
Build the Taylorcraft and clip the wing. If it has the scale airfoil (23012), it should be a beautiful flying bird.
Good luck,
Darrolair
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
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mondieu01,
Build the Taylorcraft and clip the wing. If it has the scale airfoil (23012), it should be a beautiful flying bird.
Good luck,
Darrolair
mondieu01,
Build the Taylorcraft and clip the wing. If it has the scale airfoil (23012), it should be a beautiful flying bird.
Good luck,
Darrolair
Having just finished my part of a 42$ Super Decathlon, I am ready for a non Decathlon experience. A 50%clipped wing Monocoupe would be interesting.
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
Hello There:
I sure like your colour scheme,on the T-Craft,. I did mine in the Randy Henderson scheme.
From a modeling stand point the T-Craft wins hands down. When Bob was alive we shared
a love of building and flying. You may not be aware Bob passed away 1 1/2 years ago,
his memory lives on due to the models he built and designed.
Mine weighs 35 lbs. and is powered with a Spher 70 cc twin. I have close to 300 flights
and is still going strong.
I sure like your colour scheme,on the T-Craft,. I did mine in the Randy Henderson scheme.
From a modeling stand point the T-Craft wins hands down. When Bob was alive we shared
a love of building and flying. You may not be aware Bob passed away 1 1/2 years ago,
his memory lives on due to the models he built and designed.
Mine weighs 35 lbs. and is powered with a Spher 70 cc twin. I have close to 300 flights
and is still going strong.
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I would be very interested in a set of Bob's Taylorcraft plans. Do you know of anyone out there that sells them?
A quick google search didn't bring up anything for me
A quick google search didn't bring up anything for me
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
Hello There:
I have the original Mylars and can sell these with the authority of BoB's wife.
If interested E-Mail Me at [email protected]
I have the original Mylars and can sell these with the authority of BoB's wife.
If interested E-Mail Me at [email protected]
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Hello There:
I have the original Mylars and can sell these with the authority of BoB's wife.
If interested E-Mail Me at [email protected]
Hello There:
I have the original Mylars and can sell these with the authority of BoB's wife.
If interested E-Mail Me at [email protected]
Email sent
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
you are correct, the "scale" configuration w/b a naca23012 section. It is an asymetrical section with good lift, nasty stall characteristics and mariginal inverted performance (see NACA report)
[link=http://naca.central.cranfield.ac.uk/reports/1939/naca-report-661.pdf]NACA 23012 report[/link]
I stand corrected as to airfoil, but still stand on flight performance, the Decathlon in a scale configuration WILL have better aerobatic performmance than the Taylorcraft. So, it still depends on what the builder wants in terms of flight performance and uniqueness of subject... Lots of Decathlons around, not very many Taylorcrafts...
[link=http://naca.central.cranfield.ac.uk/reports/1939/naca-report-661.pdf]NACA 23012 report[/link]
I stand corrected as to airfoil, but still stand on flight performance, the Decathlon in a scale configuration WILL have better aerobatic performmance than the Taylorcraft. So, it still depends on what the builder wants in terms of flight performance and uniqueness of subject... Lots of Decathlons around, not very many Taylorcrafts...
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
ever see Duane Cole roll his taylor craft inverted on take off and do and outside 360 circle and push verticle. ILl take a 180 horse clipped T-Craft anyday over a super decathalon. Now Im talking full scale, as most of my experience is in full scale competition.
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
Hello,
How about checking out > From www.RCguys.com There " 98 inch WS. Super Decathlon ARF .. [8D]
Mine has a DA- 50R with a Slimline ' inverted Pitts style Smoke muffler ' , Sullivan Smoke Pump , JR Radio ......
Check out the ' September 2007 Issue of Model Airplane News / Flight Test by klaus Ronge, Photos by Pete Hall...
If you WHANT BIGGER ???, There a 15 Foot wing span 47% Pilot-RC Decathlon , sold thru / www.troybuiltmodels.com ...
Hope this helps, Good luck,
Later,
Mark K.
Atlanta, GA. USA
How about checking out > From www.RCguys.com There " 98 inch WS. Super Decathlon ARF .. [8D]
Mine has a DA- 50R with a Slimline ' inverted Pitts style Smoke muffler ' , Sullivan Smoke Pump , JR Radio ......
Check out the ' September 2007 Issue of Model Airplane News / Flight Test by klaus Ronge, Photos by Pete Hall...
If you WHANT BIGGER ???, There a 15 Foot wing span 47% Pilot-RC Decathlon , sold thru / www.troybuiltmodels.com ...
Hope this helps, Good luck,
Later,
Mark K.
Atlanta, GA. USA
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mondieu01,
Build the Taylorcraft and clip the wing. If it has the scale airfoil (23012), it should be a beautiful flying bird.
Good luck,
Darrolair
mondieu01,
Build the Taylorcraft and clip the wing. If it has the scale airfoil (23012), it should be a beautiful flying bird.
Good luck,
Darrolair
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you are correct, the ''scale'' configuration w/b a naca23012 section. It is an asymetrical section with good lift, nasty stall characteristics and mariginal inverted performance (see NACA report)
[link=http://naca.central.cranfield.ac.uk/reports/1939/naca-report-661.pdf]NACA 23012 report[/link]
I stand corrected as to airfoil, but still stand on flight performance, the Decathlon in a scale configuration WILL have better aerobatic performmance than the Taylorcraft. So, it still depends on what the builder wants in terms of flight performance and uniqueness of subject... Lots of Decathlons around, not very many Taylorcrafts...
you are correct, the ''scale'' configuration w/b a naca23012 section. It is an asymetrical section with good lift, nasty stall characteristics and mariginal inverted performance (see NACA report)
[link=http://naca.central.cranfield.ac.uk/reports/1939/naca-report-661.pdf]NACA 23012 report[/link]
I stand corrected as to airfoil, but still stand on flight performance, the Decathlon in a scale configuration WILL have better aerobatic performmance than the Taylorcraft. So, it still depends on what the builder wants in terms of flight performance and uniqueness of subject... Lots of Decathlons around, not very many Taylorcrafts...
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RE: Super Decathlon VS. Taylorcraft
Truckracer,
Along with Leo's Laser, just off the top of my head, the DC3, Bonanza, and Vann's RV use the same airfoil. All of which fly really well.
Darrolair
Along with Leo's Laser, just off the top of my head, the DC3, Bonanza, and Vann's RV use the same airfoil. All of which fly really well.
Darrolair
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Truckracer,
Along with Leo's Laser, just off the top of my head, the DC3, Bonanza, and Vann's RV use the same airfoil. All of which fly really well.
Darrolair
Truckracer,
Along with Leo's Laser, just off the top of my head, the DC3, Bonanza, and Vann's RV use the same airfoil. All of which fly really well.
Darrolair
In any size, the Decathlon and Clipped Wing Taylorcraft are very different airplanes.