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Forum: Aerodynamics
10-28-2020, 08:00 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,799
Posted By cfircav8r

I agree with the landing gear idea. I have a Das...

I agree with the landing gear idea. I have a Das Liddle Stik converted to conventional gear. My first setup had the same problem. Just turned the landing gear around, so instead of angling forward it...
Forum: RC Jets
08-24-2019, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1,703
Views: 156,716
Posted By cfircav8r

Again it is brought up, mostly by those with some...

Again it is brought up, mostly by those with some training in F.S. We were taught, during training, to make all maneuvers towards the wind. This, as I said was to lessen drift and reduce the amount...
Forum: RC Jets
08-24-2019, 06:38 AM
Replies: 1,703
Views: 156,716
Posted By cfircav8r

It is brought up in these debates often. The...

It is brought up in these debates often. The mythers say it gives you a lift advantage. The real reason is it keeps you closer to your original course and you don't have as far to turn.
08-24-2019, 05:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,482
Posted By cfircav8r

Where I live now (flat as far as the eye can see)...

Where I live now (flat as far as the eye can see) with a motor. Where I used to live (mountains, cliffs, and hills in every direction) without a motor.
Forum: RC Jets
08-24-2019, 04:29 AM
Replies: 1,703
Views: 156,716
Posted By cfircav8r

A question just for those that believe in the...

A question just for those that believe in the "downwind turn". When flying in a direct crosswind, why do instructors and professional Pilots say you should always turn up wind when reversing course?...
Forum: The Clubhouse
04-30-2016, 08:09 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,016
Posted By cfircav8r

At the end of it all I am afraid that all of this...

At the end of it all I am afraid that all of this is just about money. The FAA has been after more funding for years and due to the fact that commercial and general aviation is not growing, Maybe...
Forum: The Clubhouse
04-24-2016, 06:12 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,579
Posted By cfircav8r

I started with Kraft, still the smoothest gimbals...

I started with Kraft, still the smoothest gimbals I have ever used, and when they stopped producing R/C radios I moved to Airtronics as they were the closest thing to Kraft as far as the gimbals...
04-14-2016, 08:49 PM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

Excellent job and a cool plane. Your up.

Excellent job and a cool plane. Your up.
04-13-2016, 06:37 PM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

I'm running out of clues. What warbird do I...

I'm running out of clues.

What warbird do I describe?

Clues:

1. Something of a breakthrough aircraft of its time.
2. Less than 50 were manufactured.
3. Manufacturing difficulties were the...
04-11-2016, 10:05 PM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

No guesses yet? Lets try a couple more clues. ...

No guesses yet? Lets try a couple more clues.

What warbird do I describe?

Clues:

1. Something of a breakthrough aircraft of its time.
2. Less than 50 were manufactured.
3....
04-11-2016, 01:25 AM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

And a few more. What warbird do I describe? ...

And a few more.

What warbird do I describe?

Clues:

1. Something of a breakthrough aircraft of its time.
2. Less than 50 were manufactured.
3. Manufacturing difficulties were...
04-10-2016, 05:24 PM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

My source has 47 delivered before the end of the...

My source has 47 delivered before the end of the war, including the 3 float planes.
04-09-2016, 05:24 PM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

Ok, here's a few more What warbird do I...

Ok, here's a few more

What warbird do I describe?

Clues:

1. Something of a breakthrough aircraft of its time.
2. Less than 50 were manufactured.
3. Manufacturing difficulties...
04-08-2016, 07:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,595
Posted By cfircav8r

Mandating a BRS on all GA would not in any way...

Mandating a BRS on all GA would not in any way reduce the danger to those on the ground and in more cases it would be more dangerous. Once that chute is deployed you are a passenger in a 2000#, or...
04-08-2016, 06:40 PM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

What warbird do I describe? Clues: ...

What warbird do I describe?

Clues:

1. Something of a breakthrough aircraft of its time.
2. Less than 50 were manufactured.
3. Manufacturing difficulties were the reason for the...
04-08-2016, 12:55 AM
Replies: 21,019
Views: 1,688,734
Posted By cfircav8r

Halberstadt D.II? Possibly flown by Oswald...

Halberstadt D.II? Possibly flown by Oswald Boelcke.
Forum: Beginners
12-24-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 660
Posted By cfircav8r

Procter models sells very nice turnbuckles that...

Procter models sells very nice turnbuckles that will allow you to adjust the tension and remove them easily for transport.
Forum: The Clubhouse
12-24-2015, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 675
Posted By cfircav8r

The problem is as long as they actually do the...

The problem is as long as they actually do the registration for you and get you the number it is completely legal. Basically buyer beware.
Forum: The Clubhouse
12-24-2015, 01:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,904
Posted By cfircav8r

The problem is it is all about the wording. They...

The problem is it is all about the wording. They are not allowed to promulgate any regulations specifically aimed at the "hobby" aspect of UAS's. This leaves all of the current regulations available...
12-24-2015, 12:42 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,252
Posted By cfircav8r

The biggest reason for it is it allows them to 1....

The biggest reason for it is it allows them to 1. To determine if you are abiding by their regulations, and if so most likely you are not one of those causing the issues. 2. If you are not...
12-24-2015, 12:33 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,252
Posted By cfircav8r

The local police can assist the FAA if requested,...

The local police can assist the FAA if requested, and the FAA has requested it, however the local police are not required to help. A request by the FAA grants them the authority to make an arrest...
12-24-2015, 12:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,714
Posted By cfircav8r

This is from the FAA UAS site, notice the bolded...

This is from the FAA UAS site, notice the bolded parts.

"...Model aircraft operations are for hobby or recreational purposes only.
The FAA has partnered with several industry associations to...
12-05-2015, 10:00 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 9,092
Posted By cfircav8r

Just because something is legal doesn't make it...

Just because something is legal doesn't make it culturally acceptable. Just because something is culturally acceptable doesn't make it morally right.
Forum: RC Jets
09-13-2015, 03:28 AM
Replies: 1,703
Views: 156,716
Posted By cfircav8r

Now you're just being argumentative. When you...

Now you're just being argumentative. When you make a turn, the only reason you need to worry about wind is if you need to maintain a specific ground track/speed. Then, yes it is now possible to put...
Forum: RC Jets
09-12-2015, 07:23 PM
Replies: 1,703
Views: 156,716
Posted By cfircav8r

Again I invite you to take what I have written,...

Again I invite you to take what I have written, show it to a physics professor, and share what they say.
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