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Forum: Seaplanes
04-03-2024, 04:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1E-koNvISRc ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1E-koNvISRc

Second takeoff, Monday, April 1st
Forum: Seaplanes
03-06-2024, 07:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

I am still unable to post any photos here....

I am still unable to post any photos here. However the project has proceeded and the model taken to Lake Poway, near San Diego, for its first water tests. With Curtis Kitteringham as pilot, Steve...
Forum: RC Warbirds and Warplanes
01-24-2024, 07:39 AM
Replies: 1,750
Views: 287,516
Posted By allanflowers

Strange to see the 275mm dimension called out on...

Strange to see the 275mm dimension called out on the drawing. Obviously the CG is on the center-line of the model and, with a straight leading edge on the wing, the lateral dimension is pointless and...
Forum: RC Scale Aircraft
01-23-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 309
Posted By allanflowers

Not sure what you are asking but you can use...

Not sure what you are asking but you can use heater hose (cut perfectly square) and super glue to join the ends.
Forum: RC Scale Aircraft
01-03-2024, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 357
Posted By allanflowers

The app seems to display WAY too much information...

The app seems to display WAY too much information anyway. How anyone could manage that ponderous thing and use it to usefully fly a model airplane is beyond me. Maybe it can be edited for MEANINGFUL...
Forum: RC Scale Aircraft
12-19-2023, 07:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 327
Posted By allanflowers

It occurs to me that the torpedo's moment of...

It occurs to me that the torpedo's moment of inertia is a key to keeping it stable as it drops. This implies a very light tube with weights AT EACH END. Of course it still needs the CG to be properly...
Forum: Seaplanes
12-03-2023, 07:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 305
Posted By allanflowers

Can not post pix on this website anymore

I am unable to add pix to any thread, including my own. Rather than seeing a "Manage Attachments" box, I only get "Current Attachments". It also directs me to a VIEW MANUAL prompt which lead nowhere....
Forum: Seaplanes
12-02-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

Again. It has become impossible to add...

Again. It has become impossible to add attachments to any of my posts! No matter what i do, the system will not let me do it.
I get repeated prompts to open the f###### manual but it will not let me...
Forum: Seaplanes
11-22-2023, 08:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

Thanks, plumberdeluxe. I am trying to update with...

Thanks, plumberdeluxe. I am trying to update with new pix but the site will not let me :(
Forum: AMA Discussions
08-25-2023, 04:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,687
Posted By allanflowers

I did read the reviews - all the bad ones are...

I did read the reviews - all the bad ones are just complaints about having to get this kind of unit in the first place, virtually NONE about whether the product works or not. Obviously REVIEWS don't...
Forum: AMA Discussions
08-25-2023, 06:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,687
Posted By allanflowers

Just ordered one of these. ...

Just ordered one of these.
https://www.towerhobbies.com/product/skyid-remote-id-module/SPMA9500.html?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Spot1&utm_campaign=08252023_skyidrelease
Forum: Seaplanes
07-22-2023, 03:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,990
Posted By allanflowers

I would love to see a thread on this project!

I would love to see a thread on this project!
Forum: AMA Discussions
06-16-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,696
Posted By allanflowers

Went to the FAA page. Not able to find this. Can...

Went to the FAA page. Not able to find this. Can you provide a specific link/where to find?
Forum: Seaplanes
05-25-2023, 07:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

The main float is done, other than the metal...

The main float is done, other than the metal attachments for struts - which are being laser cut (the one at the rudder IS attached).

...
Forum: Seaplanes
05-02-2023, 06:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

Update and visit to the float-fly, April 23, Otay...

Update and visit to the float-fly, April 23, Otay Lakes.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rcuniverse.com-vbulletin/1080x510/img_1891_e95dd7c582f4f62b768e48aeea499aae87230ccd.jpg...
Forum: Beginners
03-21-2023, 07:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 965
Posted By allanflowers

A ten foot long, seven foot wingspan model...

A ten foot long, seven foot wingspan model weighing 100 kg? What exactly are you planning to build??
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
03-17-2023, 06:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,926
Posted By allanflowers

Very interesting build.

Very interesting build.
Forum: Aerodynamics
02-17-2023, 05:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,104
Posted By allanflowers

The air forms its own pocket in front of a blunt...

The air forms its own pocket in front of a blunt face so the free stream air doesn't follow the square shape anyway. This is true of a car front and no doubt a wing section. Generally cars are...
Forum: AMA Discussions
01-17-2023, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,717
Posted By allanflowers

If a flyer loses a plane he will go get it,...

If a flyer loses a plane he will go get it, calling out "on the runway" naturally while he is crossing it. Then he looks for the plane in the weeds. This can go on for quite a while at every field I...
Forum: Seaplanes
01-03-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

An update. The propellers have been fabricated...

An update. The propellers have been fabricated (from APC electric 22x10s) and the test sled is almost ready for a go. It will be done with a single 6s Lipo (the final design is for two 6s in...
Forum: Scratch Building, Aircraft Design, 3D/CAD
12-22-2022, 10:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,625
Posted By allanflowers

This "Johnwatsonusa" clown is a complete phony....

This "Johnwatsonusa" clown is a complete phony. He should be immediately tossed off the site.
Forum: ARF or RTF
12-20-2022, 07:55 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,214
Posted By allanflowers

What's destroying companies and our economy is...

What's destroying companies and our economy is the ridiculous government overreaction to the pandemic. Besides, masks simply don't work, vaccinations should not be called for with younger people.
Forum: Seaplanes
10-19-2022, 02:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

The front fuselage is coming along. I am working...

The front fuselage is coming along. I am working toward a test of the prop hub, which needs to stay together while providing sufficient thrust. If the test sled works okay, I will undertake the rest...
Forum: Seaplanes
10-19-2022, 02:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 903
Posted By allanflowers

What an amazing flying site! And some nice flying...

What an amazing flying site! And some nice flying too.
Forum: Seaplanes
10-17-2022, 07:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,021
Posted By allanflowers

Update: Some laser cut aluminum and wood has...

Update: Some laser cut aluminum and wood has arrived. The hub is about ready for the blades to be made. Front fuselage is coming along.
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