Tomahawk-Design Bae Hawk 1: 3.5
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There are a few options, two companies Maffs and Axel make pilots, Maffs up to 1:3.5 scale (I believe) and Axel up to 1:2 scale.
Maffs are cheaper and good overall, Axel pilots are very expensive but are incredible, I think you can add accessories like a Rolex watch etc ;-)
Maffs:
http://www.maffscav.de
Axel:
http://www.axels-scale-pilots.de
Couple of Axel pilots from their site gallery....
marcs
Maffs are cheaper and good overall, Axel pilots are very expensive but are incredible, I think you can add accessories like a Rolex watch etc ;-)
Maffs:
http://www.maffscav.de
Axel:
http://www.axels-scale-pilots.de
Couple of Axel pilots from their site gallery....
marcs
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Did a design for fuel cell support platform with interlocking tabs. Had a local company do the drawing for laser cutting then glued together with a removable dragon plate top section. Lower section has wide base for plenty of contact area. Tank will have 3M heavy duty interlocking Velcro to secure tank to Dragon plateso it cannot slide and then there are 3 slots in the fuel tank support for Velcro straps to wrap around top of the jettech 6 liter fuel cell. Inside of the structure I have some 90 degree carbon fiber angle glued in at key areas. The support frame is so strong I can stand on it. It drops in like a glove.
I can fit CAT and fuel pump underneath, keep center of gravity low and partially block inlets as there have been complaints about too much air keeping gear doors open.
I can fit CAT and fuel pump underneath, keep center of gravity low and partially block inlets as there have been complaints about too much air keeping gear doors open.
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Is it possible to get the file so I could install the same into mine? Your assistance would be fantastic [email protected]
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Getting ready to fly my tomahawk hawk soon. Am doing radio setup. Wondering if there are pitch changes with flaps down and whether I need to mix in any changes in stab trim?
Roy
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Does anyone have a FULL bypass kit for the tomahawk, I have acquired one that is already built but it is using the stock setup with the stock tank, I would like to get a larger tank and also possibly a smoke tank as well. A Full Bypass would be great to solve the gear door issues.
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Disco,
Full bypass system doesn't exist.
Re the door issue, simply block about 60-70% of the inlet ducts and your door issue should go away. It was proven to be a fuselage internal pressure issue that this solved. Still plenty of air for the turbine.
Full bypass system doesn't exist.
Re the door issue, simply block about 60-70% of the inlet ducts and your door issue should go away. It was proven to be a fuselage internal pressure issue that this solved. Still plenty of air for the turbine.
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Does anyone have a FULL bypass kit for the tomahawk, I have acquired one that is already built but it is using the stock setup with the stock tank, I would like to get a larger tank and also possibly a smoke tank as well. A Full Bypass would be great to solve the gear door issues.
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Turbo Diddi sent me instructions. The O ring had popped out. Took cylinder apart, reseated O ring and relubed/ All working well now with no leaks in underwater test
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I'm trying to decide whether I should attempt to keep the weight of this aeroplane on or below 44ib or whether I shouldn't even try and go straight for an LMA registration.
Thanks for any thoughts
Bob
Thanks for any thoughts
Bob
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Jay,
I can fit my THawk in my Audi A6 (stationcar), and that is even with the wings in the frame that Tomahawk sells for the wings! The nose can be removed with 6 screws (M4). I have made a very long hex driver that can reach the top 2 screws from the two air scoops on the top of the fuse. The bottom 2 screws I can reach from the wheel openings and the 2 screws in the middle also from the wheel openings (reaching up besides the inlets). Assembling/disassembling the two fuse parts takes max 3 to 5 minutes once you have done it a few times.
I can fit my THawk in my Audi A6 (stationcar), and that is even with the wings in the frame that Tomahawk sells for the wings! The nose can be removed with 6 screws (M4). I have made a very long hex driver that can reach the top 2 screws from the two air scoops on the top of the fuse. The bottom 2 screws I can reach from the wheel openings and the 2 screws in the middle also from the wheel openings (reaching up besides the inlets). Assembling/disassembling the two fuse parts takes max 3 to 5 minutes once you have done it a few times.
Thanks in advance
J.C.
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Bob
I wouldn't bother for 2 reasons. Firstly, unless you asked Thomas for a WJM lightweight kit you will find it nearly impossible to hit 44lbs. Secondly, 44lb is too light for this model. It may be 'fun' to fly but just looks wrong. Aim to be around 25kg dry minimum I'd say......
Cheers,
Mark
I wouldn't bother for 2 reasons. Firstly, unless you asked Thomas for a WJM lightweight kit you will find it nearly impossible to hit 44lbs. Secondly, 44lb is too light for this model. It may be 'fun' to fly but just looks wrong. Aim to be around 25kg dry minimum I'd say......
Cheers,
Mark
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The biggest hazzle is attaching the nose to the rest of the fuselage. I guess from opening the car to assembled plane is around 20 minutes. I have made a very long hex driver for the two topmost screws, these I can get to thru the large inlets on the top of the fuse
#1021
Mark - No haven't ordered yet but will in the next week or two. That's a good thought - but I can't get past wanting the Tomahawk! It will be a good experience. The examiners seem like a great bunch of people and a lot of experience to impart - so can't be a bad thing.
Bob
Bob
#1024
Hello Karsten,
unfortunately no, I have already 5 jets packed for the trip
See you in a couple of days!
(PS: campfire has been prepared, 3 cubic meter wood is on site also http://www.jetdanmark.dk/e107_plugin...c.php?19393.20 )
unfortunately no, I have already 5 jets packed for the trip
See you in a couple of days!
(PS: campfire has been prepared, 3 cubic meter wood is on site also http://www.jetdanmark.dk/e107_plugin...c.php?19393.20 )
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