This thread has grown quiet - kind of ironic considering how loud the subject matter is..

FYI I have ordered one of Hubert's Virus models and it is shipping right after this year's Days of Speed and Thunder event, which is running right now. I have a 90mm pulsejet already, plus fuel pump, air trap and all that stuff to go with it. The model comes with two 1l integral fuel cells (not IV bladders) and two elevon servos, at least this version does. He also manufacturs them with a turbine cavity - pop in a 26-28lb thrust turbine and say hello to 300.

Launching is no more than ground launch with a large bungee. This seems like the least of the problems to conquer. These speed deltas - Scout, Virus etc, are intended for use without landing gear on long grass strips.