R/C rocket gliders

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S8e Rocket Glider Duration is a class of competitions in which gliders are launched by rocket motors instead of winches. This is known as S8e R/C rocket gliding. An E6 motor with rocket power of 40 newton-seconds impulse is used. The competition lasts six minutes.

Author: Lachowski, Michael
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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Winch launches; sky encounter

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Winch-launching technique for gliders is described and illustrated in detail. Attaining a good initial height is important to a successful launch. Glider enthusiasts should be wary of birds that may damage their aircraft.

Author: Lachowski, Michael
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1992

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Landing tips

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Instructions are presented for handling a model glider that is in danger of landing short of the launching point. Techniques for a stealth approach and for installing and using landing skids are included.

Author: Lachowski, Michael
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993

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Subjects list: Models, Model aircraft, Gliders (Aeronautics), Gliders (Aircraft), Methods, Airplanes, Model
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