Hi Joe, Again thank you for your prompt reply. Yes in pattern there is an almost standard set up for initial flights and from there the model is "fine tuned" almost everything is up for adjustment !!
As you say there is positive wing incidence ( all wings must have this or the plane won't fly!),but this is relative to the stab incidence and motor thrust lines must be "amicable" with these settings.It looks like you hit the sweet spot!!
I take on board your trepidation in regard to the models structure, in particular with regard to the heat sensitive vertical stab and rudder. I am not aware of any structural failure of these models but there is always a first !!
Regarding the flaps and slowing the model down do you think the optional air brakes would be worthwhile ?
I really appreciate you taking the trouble to discuss this with me.
Cheers Dambuster.
P.S. Peter Goldsmith the designer of the Blanik is a pattern pilot/designer from way back and a multiple Australian champion who also competed at the TOC in Las Vegas,so the "heritage" is in the genes !!