I started my PBY build almost 20 years ago, I designed the plans along with the build.
At that time I had a RC model store and through my store I met an old PBY mechanic who was a big help with the design as well as an RC modeller who I could not have done this without. During the building process two PBYs came to Iceland and I was fortunate enough to get the chance to see them up close and measure them from top to bottom.
Finally in June of 2001 the Cat flew for the first time.
After 62 great flights, the PBY crashed this summer.
Being of the old school I make all my plans by hand, but I have had laser cut plans drawn for me that I am going to use for the rebuild.
I am looking forward to using laser cut parts for the build and I am also excited to put in the new landing gears that I have been perfecting.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQSWkYhp0IY
Here is a video of fligh 63
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xapvM0N7D60
Best regards,
Sturla
www.rcsturla.com