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Australian Model News August 2020
Wanted – balsa kit
I’ve really enjoyed making and flying 3D printed planes, but I’m thinking about making a balsa plane for a change.
Was wondering ...
X-100 Infinity Phoenix
After the 12 second maiden that resulted in the “Biggest Hole” contender for 3D printed models other week I’m ready to try ...
Electric STOL
Jeremy successfully converted my previously glo powered model to electric and had it’s first flight in which it behaved perfectly. It ...
LW PLA Graywing maiden (sort of…)
Maidened a new LW PLA version of the Eclipson Graywing today (https://www.eclipson-airplanes.com/egw-80).
What an excellent flier!
I’d ...
Lost Item
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I didn’t know this was possible….
A plane hovering nose down, then flying backwards…..amazing.
Looks like it’s achieved using a variable pitch prop.
Would love to ...
Heads up….non-club members at the field
I was out at the the club for some flying today. When I arrived there were three young males setting up to fly in the grounds of the club. ...
Bungee Prop – videos
Got some videos of the Bungee Prop flying today.
After the last video, I changed from a 3S setup (370mAh, 8×4 prop), to a 2S setup, using ...
LW PLA glider maiden
First BBQ After Coronavirus Lockdown
A few pics from our June BBQ. It was great to see everyone again after the coronavirus lockdown …
A grand day for flying
Fred with his ramp launched Ele Bee