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Old 03-26-2002 | 01:45 AM
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Default Going really fast

I have been playing with the idea of building a very high speed, aerobatic and fun to fly plane. These three requirements combined make for an interesting project.
I was planning on using a OS .91 VR-DF engine for power. I don't even know if such an engine is suited for use with a prop, but that's a question for the jet forum. My guess is that it is...
This thing should be doing 125+ MPH! At least, that is the goal (more like 150 really )

So the question is: is it possible to combine the three requirements listed above in one airplane.

Does anyone have any ideas as to an airfoil that meets these requirements? Should I apply different airfoils for root and tip to shape up stall properties? Do I need to calculate the Reynolds number before someone can give me some advice?
How about the profiles for the tail section?

Remember: acceptable stall speed, unaffected by inverted flight (thus a symmetrical airfoil), capable of high airspeeds, resistent to very high G maneuvers...

I think you know what I mean!

Thanks