Micro RC: Sperry messenger-1920s service plane
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The US Army used Sperry Messenger as a small, lightweight airplane for utility and messenger service in 1920s, which is designed by Alfred Verville of the US Army Air Services Engineering Division and built by Lawrence Sperry. It is powered by a 60hp radial engine, with a 20-foot wingspan and a low gross weight, which is the smallest airplane to service with the US Army and Air Force.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2006
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Work with light plastic film for micro flyers
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A step-by-step description is presented of the use and application of Reynolds Plastic Wrap to the framework of model airplanes. The characteristics and usage of different films for modelmaking are discussed.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2001
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The Projectile: A high-performance electric sport aerobat
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The Projectile is a high-performance, electric powered sport flyer that can do all of the AMA pattern maneuvers. Construction, fuselage, final assembly, and its function are described briefly.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2004
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