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Old 08-17-2021, 08:11 AM
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southpaw50
 
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Default Royal Zero to Rufe Project

As promised, a few "glamour" shots by the water's edge before the maiden flight.

If not for the muffler and pond scum on the pontoons, it might pass for a real plane.

White beach sand and palm trees in the background would really help with the illusion.

Some instrument panel detail can be seen here.

OK, it floats!

Again, some white sand to mimic coral (without the pond vegetation) definitely would have helped.

Legs and muffler spoil this shot somewhat but better to be quiet at the pond and have supporters witness the maiden flight.

Ready to go! Antenna and pitot tube was removed along with the scale prop. Flying prop and spinner were then mounted and off she went. Video and flight report to follow. Success!!
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