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Old 07-30-2004 | 12:14 PM
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Default RE: Now This is a Plane

I figured out, that this video comes from the same guys web stite that built a rocket firing comanche Just go to [link]http://www.mcgirt.net/[/link] click on RC, then videos. its called comanche.rm. He scratch built that. From the looks of his web site it looks like he does have some cash. Lucky him

He has info on the B52 there's actually 3 videos, the third being the one I posted:

UN-OFFICAL R/C Turbine B-52 Information Page
(this is an interesting project I saw online, and thought I would share what I know)

VIDEOS: (Windows Media Format)
- First Test taxi - VIDEO1(3.4MB)
- First Video of Takeoff - VIDEO2 (2.1MB)
- Long video of flying - VIDEO3 (29.2MB)

B-52 Specs:
Builder: Gordon Nichols

Contributing Team Members:
Lance Bell (Co-constuctor, plans)
Neil Dare (Undercarriage systems design and build)
Dave Biddington (Engine pod design and moulding)
Bob Everitt (Tail cone and rear armament construction)

Wingspan: 23'
Length: 23'
Speed:
Range:
Dry Weight: 297 lbs
Fueled Weight: 330lbs (inside the CAA 150kg limit)
Fuel Capacity: 22 litres Jet A1
Kit Manufacturer: N/A
Kit Availability: N/A
Servo/Usage List: N/A

Engine Specs:
Make: Wren
Model: MW54
Thrust: 12Lbs

Sponsor List:
Inwood Models (Balsa, wheels, etc)
SM Services (Electronics and avionic controls)
Jersey Modeler Fuel Can Systems

Radio: Futaba PCM

Contact Info: [email protected]