RE: Webra 12 Pattern Project
 

Chuck,

I was just wondering if you had any updates on your 42" Brushfire? This little plane seems to creep into my thoughts at 3 am while dreaming... I think it's one of those "hobbyist for life" things so I'm not too worried... :)

David.

RE: Webra 12 Pattern Project
 

David,
Good to hear from you. Yes there has been progress on the larger Brushfire, however none since last year. I've been overwhelmed with other projects. I hope to get back on it before the start of summer. Still need to cap the rudder and finish up the bellypan. Looks like I'll be using a 25 size engine but not sure which one. I like the GMS 25, has all the power of an OS 25ax, it's 2 oz. lighter and half the cost.
Here's the specs:
span 43.25"
length 36.25 (nosering to end of rudder)
auw 20.4 oz

Last pic. is a size comparison with my first effort.

Chuck

RE: Webra 12 Pattern Project
 

Chuck,

man... those little guys sure look nice! [8D]

Great to hear back from you. The 43" seems quite a bit bigger compared to the 38". At 20 oz of airframe you should be able to come in at 40 oz AUW without a problem. And on a 25... whoa! I hear the GMS's run well and as you say are quite inexpensive.

Did you set her up for 1 or 2 aileron servos? Any landing gear? Are the wings integral as the previous or removable?

I look forward to seeing her finished!

David.

P.S. How did your PP and Cox 15 turn out - good flier?