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Charlie Kellogg's TBM Avenger Build

Old 11-21-2013, 09:46 AM
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Condolences to his family and friends. I am stunned as only a fortnight ago he replied to my thread regarding his Tracker design. What a pity
Another great designer departs.
Old 11-21-2013, 10:00 AM
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I hope someone will keep the plan service going. I was always going to get the TBM plans. Blue Skies Charlie.
Here is a picture of my Uncle flying the TBM and me in the SNJ.[ATTACH]1941051[/IMG]
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Old 11-21-2013, 10:12 AM
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Never met the man but felt through his work perhaps I knew him.
Sad,, so sad..
Old 11-21-2013, 06:16 PM
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I am speechless, I am sitting here shaking my head saying "who are they talking about". Only flew once with Charlie but sat and talked with him a number of times especially at WarBirds Over Delaware. He made it to retirement and began work on the Tracker which he longed to do. Yes, he will be greatly missed. I will certainly campaign his Avenger in his honor. Got to get to work. Much thought and prayers to his family. Chic
Old 11-22-2013, 07:58 AM
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RIP Charlie,
Just in shock over the news Charlie really embodied the brotherhood of RC Modelers and was never too busy to help with a question or a problem...
The community has truely lost one of the great ones but I am sure his legacy will be preserved withhe many Avengers and Skyraiders taking to the skies.
Rest well my friend, you will be truely missed


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Old 11-22-2013, 05:19 PM
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Very sad. Utterly unfair. Much too young. Condolences to all who knew, loved and were loved by him.
Old 11-23-2013, 03:58 AM
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Having just found out about Charlie's passing two days ago I am still in shock. I am at a loss for words really. Yes he was way too young. I thank him for designing the Avenger and providing me with the opportunity to honor my Grandfather. Charlie was following my build thread and never failed to email with advice. He told me early on he enjoyed hearing about people's relation to these aircraft. He will definitely be missed.
Old 11-23-2013, 06:55 AM
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I too, am saddened by the loss of Charlie. Having built many scale planes from plans, he certainly knew what he was doing. His were some of the best.
Old 11-24-2013, 10:06 AM
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Old 11-24-2013, 10:08 AM
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The left side joint with the center section and the left outer panel is nice and level. Now to move on to the right outer panel. Chic
Old 11-24-2013, 02:11 PM
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Chic,
Nice work, it looks like the center section leading edge is a bit forward of the outer wing panel. I only mention it because it happened to us...let me know if it's the case and how you're going to fix it.

Larry
Old 11-25-2013, 08:01 AM
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Great eyes Larry, have not turned the puppy over and taken care of the underside leading edge yet. So far, all is well. Chic
Old 11-25-2013, 05:46 PM
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great progress, Chic!

Keep it up!

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Old 11-25-2013, 07:20 PM
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Just got the latest issue of High Flight and leafing through I see a picture of Charlie with his Beechcraft 18. From an event in Quakertown Pa. this summer. Sad loss indeed.
Old 11-27-2013, 04:40 PM
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Let us all remember those we have loss and at the same time let us all be thankful and grateful for all that we may have and for the life given to us from above. Happy Thanksgiving and Hanukkah. Chic
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Cheers.

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Old 12-05-2013, 06:50 PM
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OK guys, I have resurfaced with a plan and work in hand. Our great friend from the north really inspired me to really work the scale aspect of this great airframe. So I buried myself in the books and realized I could make the mailbox wing slots more scale like by moving them to a more scale location. So after some measuring on my 1/32 plastic model, I relocated only the bottom portion of the slot closer to and into the leading edge. I'll add support to the cut into the leading edge with some carbon fiber matt. I used a piece of a smaller size leading edge stock to simulate the bottom leading edge of the slot. You see cardboard stock that sits on a groove cut into the L/E stock that when sized will curve into the top surface sheeting as the picture shows. The cardboard will be replaced by 1/32 ply. Looks rather scale, I think Charlie would be pleased. What do you think? Chic
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Old 12-05-2013, 06:54 PM
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Old 12-05-2013, 10:24 PM
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CHIC, I like the modification. Looking forward to seeing it finished and in primer!
Old 12-06-2013, 05:34 AM
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Chic,

Even though the scale effects take longer, you will find it's worth it.

Merry Christmas to all.

Boyd.
Old 12-06-2013, 09:29 AM
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Thanks, I know Charlie drew the airframe up as a sport scale but I want to do some competing with this model so I thought a few extra touches would not hurt. Boyd, coming from you, knowing your building skills, I'm further motivated to do a bit more. Again, thanks. Chic
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Chic,
Really nice work. You may just give Peter a run for his money.
Hope all is well with you and Shirley

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Good call, Chic! Now is the time to make those decisions!!

Keep crafting that Avenger.

Charlie would be proud.

(and Peter will soon be jealous!)
Old 12-07-2013, 07:01 PM
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Hey guys, I just wanted to introduce you to two of my little friends. The one on the right fills well, is dull green in color, and sands well but with a slight bit of effort. The one on the left is just absolutely beautiful. I use it all the time for almost everything. It is red in color, fills well and sands like a feather. Me........ make Peter jealous, I can hear him laughing out loud. Well, maybe just a little. Smile. Both mailbox slots are freshly cut into the wing panels. Will finish the slots tomorrow. Chic
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