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Old 09-17-2004, 11:04 AM
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fixinJim
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Major, I have standard rudder and elevon controls similar to the stern planes and rudder of a submarine. The engines also turn with the rudder. The engines will be mounted along the lower sides ablout 3/4 of the way to the rear of the craft. between the two it should be fairly quick to respond for a light ship it's size. If not, I'll modify the control surfaces and/or engine configuration accordingly. I'll pass along more detailed photos as I get the control surgaces and motors in place. It's a labor of love, and half the fun is figuring this stuff out. Of course, that's just my opinion, I could be wrong Jim







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Jim, how do you intend to control you airship, by the normal flight controls or by something in the propwash?