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Old 10-03-2007 | 09:18 AM
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Default RE: Sig Smith Miniplane build

Thanks! read the article, it's very nice.

I certainly agree it was a joy to build, and although not a large model, it is very conveniently sized yet still gives a sense of accomplishment.

I agree it has a tendency to climb, and should have had in my opinion a bit of positive incidence in the tail (1.5-2 deg).

I don't agree about the individual aileron servos.
As designed - with one central servo and torque rods, it works great and has nothing showing on the outside, otherwise there's a horn, pushrod, servo arm, and slot in the wing.
No need to free up space in the fuselage, there's plenty.

It does fly exceptionally well, lands very easy, I always manage to three-point it on the runway center.

Thinking, maybe I should get myself another kit in case they stop doing it...
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