R/C VTOL makes history
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A test-flight of the R/C VTOL made history as the first remote-controlled vertical takeoff and landing craft using the vane-control principle to go from hover to forward flight and back. AeroVironment Inc of Simi Valley, CA, built the model.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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How to fly your propeller: dynamic thrust testing sheds new light
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A propeller must be compatible with the entire model aircraft in order to be efficient. Tips on choosing the right propeller are given, and testing in a wind tunnel is described. A list of manufacturers is included.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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Tips to convert glow kits to electrics
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Glow-powered remote-controlled model airplanes can be converted into electric-powered models. Tips on carrying out such modifications are discussed.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1996
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