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Old 07-19-2016, 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by JohnBuckner
OK let me see if I understand, Forget what the manufacturer says for just one second. So far the airplane is to be powered .61FX so far so good great engine. But the airplane currently weighs 10 pounds and it is not even covered yet much less all the little tid bits that we all miss when doing those kinds of projections when we are at the same stage?

John
most planes tend to be tail heavy, if you put in a larger engine that will help balance the plane and give you some extra power.

I would not try and fly a 10lb plane with a .60 size engine, every,never, no way!!!
good luck and save up some money for a new plane!

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