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Old 02-14-2004 | 04:29 PM
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Default RE: Balsa sheeted foam wings vs regular type ?

The foam core wings are bit heavier... but they are stiffer, stronger and will have a more accurate airfoil over the entire span.

There are trade-offs and the main one here is weight for strength. The foam filled sheet structure is rock solid. It is fairly rare to see a foam core wing fold up in flight. (unless you are REALLY abusing the model...)