Hello,

I have successfully built a Balsa USA Northstar and flown it with elevons since the first day. The problem is that my elevator has little throw and I use the powerfull ailerons to compensate. I use 5 servos (1 for each aileron, 1 for elevator, rudder and throttle). I did not have any extra weight (except for the extra servo). I built it in 1999 and have successfully flown it since then. The engine is an OS .46FX and it has more than enough powwer to move the plane at incredible fast speeds. Takes off on its own and litterally glues itself to the water while landing.

My only problem is that I must take off without the elevons engaged or i may risk to stall the plane. So I take off without the elevons and flip the swithc once I am at flying altitude and speed.

It is a great flying bozt, I have never flown it from land.

Take care
Carlos