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Old 03-12-2004 | 08:11 PM
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Default RE: RE: basic aerodynamics

You asked -
I have an idea what you feel is a "plain " aircraft--fits a more conventional profile -
I also consider a computer controlled aircraft to be - an aircraft .
This concept is also computer controlled ----
The CG -FYI, typically produces decent results over about the first 50% of the chord.
Tricky -yes -
A good friend saved a model one day when the prop exploded and the engine wrenched from the airframe - He landed it .
It took full down elevator control and the flight path was anything but sedate BUT- it was flown to the ground-the model had big control surfaces and lots of throw.
we checked the CG -just to see what happens when a few lbs flies off the nose.
The CG was just AFT the trailing edge.
You might try being less judgemental and try something new - it really can be eye opening.