ORIGINAL: dick Hanson
The overall size rally makes a difference
Power is another odd one
as the plane gets larger-- it is easier to have a light enough wing loading - but harder to have enough power loading
The 40 gas powred 11 lb setups so far is closest to a really good combo - at about 1-- 1200 squares
this allows a 22" prop that will provide lots of thrust at any speed
So, instead of going much bigger on the fuse side area, would it make more sense to take a current widebody design and keep the side profile while making it narrower? Or a slight increase in side area, with the narrower width?
As far as weight goes, how heavy can the plane get before a 40cc is not adequate? Since I am not competing, my plane can be over the 5kg weight limit with no concerns. And it will be if yours are close, since mine will not be as light. Is 12lb OK or too much?
Mark